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by Flash
Sun Feb 18, 2024 6:09 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Upping the price.
Replies: 367
Views: 24479

Re: Upping the price.

As much as I love Spydercos K390, I find spending £354 (that’s $446!!) on an Enuff 2 to be quite an ask.

FRN scales, a fixed blade with a hole in it and a sheath with more rattles than a Mojave Green will only get you so much good grace from me Spyderco. 😆
by Flash
Fri Feb 16, 2024 2:56 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Upping the price.
Replies: 367
Views: 24479

Re: Upping the price.

I agree with a lot that is being said, but the main thing is no one is forcing anyone to buy anything that they don’t want. The price is there, you can pay it if you like. It’s not like the TV licence in the U.K. where we are bullied and constantly threatened into purchasing something we have absolu...
by Flash
Sun Feb 11, 2024 12:15 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Different knife different day, or one knife for life?
Replies: 54
Views: 6602

Re: Different knife different day, or one knife for life?

Although I choose my knife purchases with significantly more diligence nowadays, having just one single knife to use all the time would not only be a step too minimalist for being “into” knives as a hobby, but would also be too restrictive for my other outdoor hobbies too. My collection is always ev...
by Flash
Thu Feb 08, 2024 9:37 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sharpmaker Elite Edition
Replies: 75
Views: 24902

Re: Sharpmaker Elite Edition

The Sharpmaker was one of the first Spyderco products I bought. Tenacious - Squeak - Then Sharpmaker. I have since passed it on but it taught me a lot about maintaining angle consistency. It’s a great simple system that could be improved on by offering more, possibly adjustable angle options, giving...
by Flash
Mon Feb 05, 2024 5:08 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: UKPK Drop Point Steels
Replies: 7
Views: 814

Re: UKPK Drop Point Steels

I reach for my drop point UKPK’s over any other Spyderco; Lightweight and wire clip makes for an extremely easy carry, brilliant edge geometry for showcasing a steels performance, great ergos which aid safe use. The drop point version is even more pocketable and the more practical and useful design ...
by Flash
Sat Feb 03, 2024 4:46 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sage 5 in REX 121 + burnt orange
Replies: 104
Views: 8422

Re: Sage 5 in REX 121 + burnt orange

Personally I like the Orange and I really like the Sage 5. It’s a great design with a blade that possesses an accute blade geometry which cuts better than its stock thickness would suggest.

Rex 121 is an interesting choice - I’m Assuming it’ll be taken into or around the 69-71 Hrc range?
by Flash
Wed Jan 31, 2024 7:38 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Delica 4 in 2024?
Replies: 228
Views: 502560

Re: Delica 4 in 2024?

The Pontiac Aztek of the Spyderco lineup. 😀

The K390 being the 5.7 Hemi install. - Hot rod performance but you still have to sit in an Aztek.
by Flash
Wed Jan 31, 2024 5:56 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Price increases for 2024
Replies: 87
Views: 63913

Re: Price increases for 2024

Im kind of glad of these price increase announcements as they have made the decision to put a halt to my knife purchasing that much more easier to make. A decision that I won’t take lightly as collecting knives has been a big part of my life for a long time. I already own numerous knives with a vari...
by Flash
Sat Jan 27, 2024 2:41 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: UKPK in Spy27 & G10 at Shot Show
Replies: 34
Views: 2383

Re: UKPK in Spy27 & G10 at Shot Show

I was planning on using a MagnaCut blade, but finally lost patience. I like SPY-27, though, so it's all good. I like Spy27 too but there seems to be Complete radio silence surrounding the FRN Magnacut model’s release. Has it been postponed further? Are we waiting for the new factory to be built fir...
by Flash
Sat Jan 27, 2024 2:29 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Why Do Seki Models Have Lock Rock??!!
Replies: 163
Views: 433043

Re: Why Do Seki Models Have Lock Rock??!!

Or because the lock ROCKS, Seki will let it ROLL (on out the factory and into the possession of a less-than-happy customer). :zany
by Flash
Sat Jan 27, 2024 1:36 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Why Do Seki Models Have Lock Rock??!!
Replies: 163
Views: 433043

Re: Why Do Seki Models Have Lock Rock??!!

Seki City Spydercos appear to be a bit of a lottery when it comes to quality control these days. I think even Maniago have surpassed them in this area now. I have a Delica with a small degree of lock rock but quite pronounced sideways play (yes the pivot is tight). Some day maybe Seki will bring the...
by Flash
Fri Jan 26, 2024 4:56 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: UKPK in Spy27 & G10 at Shot Show
Replies: 34
Views: 2383

Re: UKPK in Spy27 & G10 at Shot Show

Just watched Eric showcase video and can confirm it is a full length backspring.

Nice G10, great steel - can’t wait for this model. 👍
by Flash
Thu Jan 25, 2024 5:41 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco 2024 Lists: Delivered & Upcoming
Replies: 187
Views: 83442

Re: Spyderco 2024 Lists: Delivered & Upcoming

Nice to know Spyderco is sending Spy27 to Taichung. Does this mean the more popular models like the Chaparral and Kapara will be getting Spy27? Or is it just Sage sprint run? i'm curious what the price will be. it's a substantial jump from s30v to spy27 with the native lw, so i assume the same will...
by Flash
Wed Jan 24, 2024 6:51 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco 2024 Lists: Delivered & Upcoming
Replies: 187
Views: 83442

Re: Spyderco 2024 Lists: Delivered & Upcoming

The Manix LW is really starting to grow on me. Throw the upcoming CPM 15V and Magnacut versions into the mix and I could be very well tempted. Nice to know Spyderco is sending Spy27 to Taichung. Does this mean the more popular models like the Chaparral and Kapara will be getting Spy27? Or is it just...
by Flash
Mon Jan 22, 2024 12:30 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Still wishing for a Chaparral XL / Endela "thin edition" / or something along that lines
Replies: 68
Views: 25029

Re: Still wishing for a Chaparral XL / Endela "thin edition" / or something along that lines

I think my ideal back lock would be an extended Chaparral. Say a 3.4 inch blade but retain the 2mm stock. A less rusty steel would be a must though, CTS-XHP on my Chap is the only stainless steel I have ever put rust on, and thats including (semi-stainless) D2. If it’s gonna rust, may as well just g...
by Flash
Wed Jan 17, 2024 7:06 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Crucarta UKPK?
Replies: 27
Views: 26238

Re: Crucarta UKPK?

Because of how safe the UKPK feels in the hand in use, it’s made me question if I really need a load of 2.5 to 3.5 inch locking knives that I’m legally restricted as to where I can use them. It’s such a hassle free knife in every sense that any blade shape, steel or handle combination is more than w...
by Flash
Thu Jan 11, 2024 11:17 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Janky grind on K390 Delica Wharncliffe
Replies: 55
Views: 80272

Re: Janky grind on K390 Delica Wharncliffe

No I’m not an expert in the knife making industry, not even close. I’m simply a knife enthusiast and user and Spyderco has been my go to manufacturer for anything knife related for over 15 years now. It would appear that I wrongly made the assumption that this was a place where opinions both good a...
by Flash
Thu Jan 11, 2024 6:49 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Janky grind on K390 Delica Wharncliffe
Replies: 55
Views: 80272

Re: Janky grind on K390 Delica Wharncliffe

No I’m not an expert in the knife making industry, not even close. I’m simply a knife enthusiast and user and Spyderco has been my go to manufacturer for anything knife related for over 15 years now. It would appear that I wrongly made the assumption that this was a place where opinions both good an...
by Flash
Wed Jan 10, 2024 4:04 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Janky grind on K390 Delica Wharncliffe
Replies: 55
Views: 80272

Re: Janky grind on K390 Delica Wharncliffe

@Traditional.Sharpening I don’t understand why you are asking me to provide evidence so you can answer a question that was not being asked? I’m absolutely fine with the blade on my K390 Wharncliffe Delica. I do not need your input to tell me my blade is fine. If it was like the OP’s, it would have b...
by Flash
Wed Jan 10, 2024 1:08 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Crucarta UKPK?
Replies: 27
Views: 26238

Re: Crucarta UKPK?

I’d definitely be on board for a crucarta UK. 👍
I thinking full liners, full length back spring, PB washers too.

It would be quite a different beast than the FRN version - More than double the weight I reckon.
The walk and talk should be a nice upgrade though.

Anyway, the more (UKPK’s) the merrier.