Thread: I need a new EDC. Help me pick!

Gentlemen, It's come time for me to spend a little money on a good EDC blade. I've carried one for years now and use them quite often. I have 2 that I use, and grab which ever one is easiest to find at that particular moment. One is a Gerber STL, 2.25 drop point. The other is a cheap Schrade I picked up a few years back at the hardware store. Both about the same size, with a 2 1/4 inch blade. I figured I'd post here, and ask you guys. I know there's a lot of u guys with years of experience with these types of knives.



My budget is $100, a little more, or a little less is fine for me to spend. I have 2 that I've been looking at, and can't decide which I like more. I love everything about both.
The two blades are,
The CRKT Ripple 2 in Stainless body
CRKT Ripple Knife | Folding Pocket Knives (Stainless Grey) | Ken Onion

And the Benchmade mini Griptilian
556 Mini-Griptilian® Product Detail



Also, are there any other brands for me to look at, in this price point? All suggestions and comments are welcome.

Edit: I forgot to mention that I want to keep the blade size under 3". Thanks guys!