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- Mon Nov 08, 2021 2:39 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
- Replies: 196
- Views: 17179
Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife
Hi Fireman, Since this thread has come back to life... In your research, you may already be aware of a French company named Wildsteer (https://www.wildsteer.com/en/). If not, check out the WING Tactic. Interesting knife they make for GIGN that incorporates a unique wire cutter. Fred Perrin would lik...
- Thu Nov 26, 2020 10:25 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Can we (civilly) discuss fixed blade prices?
- Replies: 96
- Views: 9614
Re: Can we (civilly) discuss fixed blade prices?
I'd like to see a 3 to 4” Spyderco wolf in sheep's clothing, fixed blade. Doesn't appear tactical, but could easily be pressed into effective service if a self defense need was warranted. Excellent ergonomics for a variety of grips, brown scales that aren't too abrasive against the skin for IWB carr...
- Sun Nov 15, 2020 9:17 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: What other cutting tools would you like to see spyderco make?
- Replies: 36
- Views: 2390
Re: What other cutting tools would you like to see spyderco make?
From a gardening perspective - I'd like to see Spyderco's take on a Japanese hori hori. A folding saw would be cool, but Silky really dominates that space. A pruning knife with a Spydie hole would also be slick. The Victorinox is nice, but I've always thought Spyderco could do better.
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- Wed Oct 21, 2020 3:30 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
- Replies: 196
- Views: 17179
Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife
Hi Sal, You might want to revisit elements of the World War II OSS/SOE wire cutter/escape knife design - https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/ww2-escape-knife-featured-on-popular-british-antiques-show.1425209/ Always wanted one of the modernized Al Mar versions, but they seem to be pretty scarce thes...
- Mon Oct 19, 2020 10:33 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
- Replies: 196
- Views: 17179
Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife
At some point in the knife design process, you may consider contacting someone at the Missoula Technology and Development Center (MTDC). This is a USFS research facility that's tasked with developing and evaluating wildland fire equipment. Smart and experienced folks who may take a formal or informa...
- Sat Oct 17, 2020 1:07 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
- Replies: 196
- Views: 17179
Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife
Fireman - Trust your gut and training when it comes to those sketchy situations. The past couple of years have been insane, and I fear it's only going to get worse. You guys are entering a whole new phase where conventional tactics and strategies are going to need to be rethought and adapted. There ...
- Fri Oct 16, 2020 10:44 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
- Replies: 196
- Views: 17179
Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife
I was on a USFS helicopter rappel crew a number of years ago, before that, an engine leader, and volunteer for a rural fire district. I believe knife selection should be task driven. Thinking back, for me, that primarily consisted of: -Opening boxes and packaging -Cutting strapping -Cutting hose -Cu...
- Mon Jul 27, 2020 1:13 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Spyderco Moran History and Chronology
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2600
Re: Spyderco Moran History and Chronology
While researching another history post, I realized I missed mentioning a Spyderco catalog Moran fans should be aware of. The 2013 OpFocus Product Guide contains Spydercos particularly well suited for military, law enforcement, survival, and defensive use. Page 46 has an awesome photo of FB02PBBM (th...
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 10:21 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Spyderco Moran History and Chronology
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2600
Spyderco Moran History and Chronology
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Spyderco's first fixed blade, FB01, the Bill Moran Featherweight. In commemoration, here's a brief history and chronology of the Spyderco Moran models. Information was compiled from Spyderco and dealer catalogs, forum posts (many from Sal), Web site archives, ...
- Thu Jul 23, 2020 9:46 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Moran FB02PBBM - Sal or Michael
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1526
Re: Moran FB02PBBM - Sal or Michael
Mike, you're a gentleman and a scholar. Thank you so much. I'm incorporating the new details into the history piece and plan on posting it to the forum within the week.
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- Wed Jul 22, 2020 7:24 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Moran FB02PBBM - Sal or Michael
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1526
Moran FB02PBBM - Sal or Michael
Hi Sal and Michael, I'm working on a short history of the Moran models, and have a "which came first" question, if you don't mind. Do you recall if the addition of the lanyard hole to the Moran handle was driven by consumer demand or was it part of the Air National Guard spec and then carr...
- Sun Jan 12, 2020 7:34 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Let’s make Spyderco haikus
- Replies: 145
- Views: 18229
Re: Let’s make Spyderco haikus
The old pond-
a Salt falls in,
sound of no rust.
With apologies to Basho...
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a Salt falls in,
sound of no rust.
With apologies to Basho...
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- Fri Dec 27, 2019 7:53 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Street Beat Discussion
- Replies: 167
- Views: 30144
Re: Street Beat Discussion
I'm a big Street Beat fan and this thread prompted me to stop lurking and join the forum. While Fred Perrin's designs are self-defense focused, what I really liked about the original SB was its EDC functionality and non-tactical look. The ergonomics are amazing, the cutting performance is top notch ...