Quoted from FatPanda:So for the newly initiated, what is a good knife to start with? Nothing terribly expensive, but small, sharp and unnoticeable in the pocket? Anything <$50? <$100?
Kershaws are solid entry level for the money. You'll get some more snooty guys turning their noses up at the Chinese steel in some of the cheaper knives, but they're fine for entry level.
If you want an affordable knife that's also cool, I'd recommend looking into Opinel: https://www.opinel-usa.com/
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