So, for the last several years, I've carried a ZT350. It's easy to handle, stays closed point-down when in my pocket, opens easily, is a good average size, isn't too tactical to use, and can be used as a pry-bar when required. The mechanical action is smooth and the stainless steel has resisted the elements well. It's the Glock of knives. It's not sexy, but it's perfect.
But now I lost mine.
I'm likely to just buy another one, but.... I find myself wondering if there's anything more perfect out there.
Any other folding knife I should be considering? Requirements:
1. Not an auto, but assisted opening is OK. Un-assisted is also OK, so long as we're talking one-handed opening. "Wave" is not OK in my state.
2. Cost isn't an issue but I should be reasonably able to replace it if it ends up in a lake.
3. It's going to be used and occasionally misused. I had a Benchmade once with a little itty-bitty blade profile. No.
4. Blade down. I have a super nice Chris Reeve's Sebenza that would be my favorite knife, except I've stabbed myself reaching for it like 4 times.