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by Albatross
Sun Jun 04, 2023 6:25 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Whats the next hot piece?
Replies: 89
Views: 7801

Re: Whats the next hot piece?

Keep in mind, I have also advised and assisted Spyderco with AEB-L which is of course the antithesis of CPM 15V, I have also worked with Spyderco on CPM MagnaCut, M398 and there will be a mule in 19C27 that I am currently working on the heat treatment for. It's pretty cool watching Spyderco find th...
by Albatross
Sat Jun 03, 2023 4:07 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Looking for Gurus to follow
Replies: 19
Views: 1233

Re: Looking for Gurus to follow

The 4 that immediately come to mind are: Larrin, Phil Wilson, Deadboxhero (Triple B Handmade), and of course, Sal.
by Albatross
Thu May 04, 2023 10:45 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: First PM2 question about Cruwear and Micarta
Replies: 32
Views: 2662

Re: First PM2 question about Cruwear and Micarta

The micarta does flex, but I have not encountered a situation where this was noticeable during actual use. I have both versions and you can't go wrong with either one.
by Albatross
Thu Apr 20, 2023 2:25 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Ti Framelock vs Liner Lock
Replies: 12
Views: 844

Re: Ti Framelock vs Liner Lock

I think for some there is more confidence in the thickness of a frame lock, as it can appear less likely to slip off the back of the blade. If true, that could possibly be mistaken for strength. According to the anecdotes floating around the internet, titanium is less prone to slipping, but I have ...
by Albatross
Wed Apr 19, 2023 9:15 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: I'm in love with Ultem...
Replies: 50
Views: 5264

Re: I'm in love with Ultem...

I think you all are underestimating the strength of this material. I put in all screws without cracking anything. I dont see these scales getting banged up or cracked like you all fear. Its strong, tough, stuff. Thats nothing though. How well does it handle shock impact? If you dropped it from head...
by Albatross
Wed Apr 19, 2023 9:00 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Ti Framelock vs Liner Lock
Replies: 12
Views: 844

Re: Ti Framelock vs Liner Lock

I think for some there is more confidence in the thickness of a frame lock, as it can appear less likely to slip off the back of the blade. If true, that could possibly be mistaken for strength. According to the anecdotes floating around the internet, titanium is less prone to slipping, but I have n...
by Albatross
Thu Apr 13, 2023 3:13 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Shaman 15V, Bad QC
Replies: 155
Views: 13545

Re: Shaman 15V, Bad QC

This thread is embarrassing.
by Albatross
Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:40 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: K390 Worth it?
Replies: 23
Views: 2043

Re: K390 Worth it?

I think M390 sharpens a little faster, so the sharpmaker might not be ideal for a full sharpening of K390. If you are doing frequent touch-ups with the brown rods, it's not so bad, but you will also (eventually) fatigue the edge, which will lower the edge retention and edge stability. This may or ma...
by Albatross
Tue Apr 11, 2023 1:30 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Shaman 15V, Bad QC
Replies: 155
Views: 13545

Re: Shaman 15V, Bad QC

Lots of unnecessary anger towards the OP. Owning three of these knives does not automatically make anyone a flipper. Could very well be a collector or someone buying pre-need replacements. Maybe wants to keep one as a safe queen, one as a user, and re-sell the last one for a bit of a profit. (Becau...
by Albatross
Mon Mar 27, 2023 8:35 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Fixing Lock Rock in Seki FRN lockbacks
Replies: 67
Views: 4511

Re: Fixing Lock Rock in Seki FRN lockbacks

It can be fixed by peening the lockbar, but this should not be considered an option. The likelihood of catastrophic damage to the hardened steel lockbar is too great and not worth it, besides, the eventual lock wear would cause the lock rock to return at some point anyway. I've fixed a couple backlo...
by Albatross
Wed Mar 15, 2023 3:54 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What you don't like about spyderco knives?
Replies: 191
Views: 12845

Re: What you don't like about spyderco knives?

sal wrote:
Tue Mar 14, 2023 1:26 pm
Hi Albatross,

Sorry for the bad sprelling on your use of my quote. You have my permission to correct it if you choose.

sal
Hi Sal,

No need to apologize and thank you for giving your permission.
by Albatross
Tue Mar 14, 2023 12:45 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: AI, Sp AI derco knife. Let’s see what AI does with Spyderco designs
Replies: 88
Views: 4308

Re: AI, Sp AI derco knife. Let’s see what AI does with Spyderco designs

DSH007 wrote:
Tue Mar 14, 2023 11:59 am
Who the heck is this guy Al? His designs are garbage.. :zany
With ergos like those, he definitely won't be doing any collabs with Spyderco. 😆
by Albatross
Tue Mar 14, 2023 12:42 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What you don't like about spyderco knives?
Replies: 191
Views: 12845

Re: What you don't like about spyderco knives?

What I don't like is the same as what I do like, ironically. The amount of choice Spyderco offers is both good and bad. Variety is the spice of life, but too much can make it hard to be content with what you have. I agree with Albatross. The tyranny of choice! Learning to be content with what we ha...
by Albatross
Wed Mar 01, 2023 8:55 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What you don't like about spyderco knives?
Replies: 191
Views: 12845

Re: What you don't like about spyderco knives?

What I don't like is the same as what I do like, ironically. The amount of choice Spyderco offers is both good and bad. Variety is the spice of life, but too much can make it hard to be content with what you have.
by Albatross
Wed Mar 01, 2023 8:49 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: I'm feeling manix
Replies: 17
Views: 1151

Re: I'm feeling manix

You got the worse end of the deal, BUT S90V is great stuff and you will probably enjoy the scales you ordered, more than the factory setup, so maybe it's not so bad. The previous owner should have done a better job of conveying the condition still. I wouldn't worry about the tip too much, because it...
by Albatross
Sat Oct 22, 2022 8:23 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Some Random Questions and Requests
Replies: 2
Views: 307

Some Random Questions and Requests

I apologize if any of these have been addressed already. Questions: The upcoming Manix 2 with 15V is exciting and I plan to get one, but I would like to know if there are any plans for other models to get the same treatment? Will there be a 15V Military (1, 2 or both?), Native, or PM2 sprint? The mi...
by Albatross
Wed Jul 20, 2022 2:21 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: "Knife People" more price sensitive?
Replies: 50
Views: 3376

Re: "Knife People" more price sensitive?

Every so often a new thread is started on here, complaining about MAP pricing, along with arguments about how the prices should be lower because X brand sells a comparable model for $50 less. It's not surprising that an ebay seller would run into some unhappy people. The fees that were mentioned pro...
by Albatross
Thu Apr 07, 2022 10:00 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cheap DIY Scales?
Replies: 22
Views: 1654

Re: Cheap DIY Scales?

It's going to be cheaper and easier to just buy a knife that already has G10 handle scales, whether that ends up being a Chinese Spyderco, a Native 5, or a Para 3. The Delica, as mentioned above, has nested steel liners, which makes it the only one of the three that can accept custom scales. Having ...
by Albatross
Fri Apr 01, 2022 1:57 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Been quiet in Sage town...
Replies: 35
Views: 2476

Re: Been quiet in Sage town...

A Shark Lock Sage would be very appealing (if permission to use the lock could be granted).
by Albatross
Tue Mar 15, 2022 2:15 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Has the Paramilitary 2 ship sailed?
Replies: 96
Views: 8884

Re: Has the Paramilitary 2 ship sailed?

Perhaps this is the time for the Spyderco standard production model to come in a color BESIDES black? I vote for some sort of gray. I know that's used on another steel but perhaps a different shade? That would be nice. If that's not in the cards, a Magnacut PM2 with yellow G10 and black hardware wo...