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A quick way to prematurely kill your knife is to sharpen it more than it needs.

I think Self sharpening gimmicks provide more problems than solutions. Learning how to strop on the other hand…

I assume the PM2 lw will have the same hardware setup as the para 3 lw. Fingers crossed the blade will centerd from the off this time.

What an odd decision to bring the smock in Rex 121. I can only assume the hollow grind of the Smock must be easier to machine (therefore cheaper for Spyderco) than ...

Couldn’t a Hamaguri-like convex be achieved on a Delica (or pretty much any plain edge knife) with a Diamond plate?

Establish a sharp secondary bevel then gradually keep working your back, blending it into the primary bevel, making sure you stay just off the edge.

Choice of VG-10, K390 and ...

I see the Charisma is highly anticipated by people here. I think it could be a game changer for many people if it turns out to be good.
I’m really looking forward to it, Let’s hope it’s released soon… I’d like a red (harder to lose), but I’d take whatever I see first.

Couldn’t a Hamaguri-like convex be achieved on a Delica (or pretty much any plain edge knife) with a Diamond plate?

Establish a sharp secondary bevel then gradually keep working your back, blending it into the primary bevel, making sure you stay just off the edge.

Choice of VG-10, K390 and Spy27 ...

A well executed High-hollow grind on a blade is the best at separating one thing from another thing.

Scandi best on wood.

Full Flat best for profit margins.

A thick behind the edge sabre is best for warranty.

Convex is best on axe.

I was initially amazed by the upcoming models in Reveal 20, and then disappointed followed upon seeing some of the prices. I know Rex 121 is difficult to manufacture into a blade, but that’s high.

If the prices are a bit much for folks, then I suggest 2026 could be the year people where people ...

The Charisma will be a day one purchase when it hits these shores. It’s just the kind of knife I’ve been eagerly waiting for from Spyderco.

The Rex Chap and black U.K. also make a strong cases for themselves, but it’s mainly all about the Charisma for me.

Does anyone know where a definitive price ...

Best reveal ever!

G10 Chap in Rex 121, G10 mag UKPK, 15V lil native LW and finally The Charisma! Nice job Spyderco.

…performance orientated knives are finally becoming a thing it seems - lots of <2.5mm stock to see here.

With greater prices comes greater contemplation over whether or not a new Spyderco will add anything meaningful to my collection.

I think I’m good for Spyderco’s until something unique like the upcoming Charisma or Chap XL shows up.

It was essentially a disposable item and never intended to be a premium piece of field kit, so I think a modern interpretation should reflect that. If Spyderco could sell them comfortably south of $20 then they’d do well. More than that and you’ll start competing with proper cutting tools.

China ...

I already own and use a (Rex45) G10 lil Native and an FRN Chaparral, I’m still looking forward to one of these in Magnacut or even Spy27 as we are unlikely to ever see an upgraded steel for the Chaparral.

Even though the added jimping, thinner stock and making it a back lock is a huge plus for me ...

I’d love a thin line geared purely for cutting performance, but then I only use my folding knives for cutting plant material, wood and cardboard etc. No prying or (intended) impacts on the edge.

Imagine a 2mm Lil Temperance? 😍

Anyway I can’t wait for the Chap XL, especially if in 2mm - that is ...

A Native 5 plain edge in Magnacut. Chap XL aside, this is all I want.

Are these no longer in production?

Knife came to you damaged and with blade play - send it back for a replacement or refund. Job done.

I’d much prefer it to retain the 2mm stock.
2.5mm would still allow for a geometry similar to that of the UKPK or Delica but on a 3.5” blade, however its exceptional cutting ability the Chaparral is renowned for would be diminished - Still good but not definitively good.

Anything above 2.5mm is a ...

A Chaparral Salt:

Yellow FRN & Magnacut.

Hard NO on 50th anniversary knife.
Hard NO on any anniversary knife.

I’m 100% over compression locks with small blades after my Lil native opened in my pocket and gave me a love bite.

Save yourself even more money (and the stitches) and get yourself The lil native lightweight - I hear it’s better than both the lil native and the Microjimbo.

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Fri Nov 07, 2025 4:03 am

Flash wrote: ↑

Fri Nov 07, 2025 3:25 am

had an issue: blade not being entered.

Oh mate, if I get the knife with the blade not even entered, I’m sending it back! How am I supposed to know if it’s got a lock stick if there’s no blade at all?

A typo. Well spotted.