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by charlie
Tue Aug 01, 2006 4:36 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: It's CONTEST Time!
Replies: 301
Views: 49792

Great another contest at no cost! I will pick # 999, Thanks Taz :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Tue Jun 27, 2006 12:41 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Favorite spyderco you don't have and why
Replies: 46
Views: 7148

Some of the early release models that I do not have: C02 MARINER, 1982 C03 HUNTER, 1983 C04 EXECUTIVE, 1984 C16 Wayne Goddard, GIN 1, Micarta, 1991 C18 Wayne Goddard Jr, GIN 1, Micarta, 1992 C19 Bob Terzuola Jr, Alunimum, 1993 C27 Jess Horn, ATS-34, BONE, 1994 Reason I would like to own 1 each of th...
by charlie
Mon Jun 26, 2006 10:54 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Who wants a Spyderco - Victorinox collaboration?
Replies: 19
Views: 4158

My EDC currently is a Spyderco-Victorinox collaboration. A Victorinox Excecutive model in my left pants pocket and a Spyderco Delicia 4 combo edge clipped into my right pocket. :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Wed Jun 14, 2006 8:42 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Santa Fe kiwis - do not look!
Replies: 7
Views: 1895

I looked earlier this morning! Nice, I ordered one of the Spyderco Kiwi w/Picasso Marble :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Tue May 30, 2006 6:10 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: No more Wal-Mart Natives ????????
Replies: 17
Views: 3767

The Native is one of my favorite Spydercos, however the Sports Manager in the Wal-Mart Store, in Santa Maria, CA, does not know any thing about them and is not interested enough to find out why they can not get them. Oh well, they still have the best price on 12 ga Shotgun shells (we areTrap Shooter...
by charlie
Tue May 23, 2006 12:17 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sharpmaker Question
Replies: 12
Views: 1777

I agree with Dialex; "A regular 204 is all you need. It is a very handy and efficient tool and will get your knives shaving sharp. Once you get used to it, you'll see for yourself if you need ultra fine or diamond rods." I use my 204 for all my sharpening requirements, works great! :) :spy...
by charlie
Mon Mar 06, 2006 3:41 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Amsterdam Meet 2006 Knives & Pictures !
Replies: 101
Views: 32597

Thanks, Ted for sharing. The pictures are great, looks like some interesting new models for 2006. I hope to obtain 1 each. :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Thu Feb 16, 2006 10:42 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: New Kopa flavor: Apple Coral
Replies: 21
Views: 3500

Senate; Thanks for the heads up that our favorite dealer has the new Kopa. I too have been watching for a "whats new" indication. I ordered my Apple Coral yesterday. I really like the Kopa's and want 1 ea of every handle material that Spyderco makes available. :) :spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Thu Feb 09, 2006 2:32 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Win a knife
Replies: 206
Views: 29765

Hi Dialex, thanks for the contest.
I will pick 347 :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Fri Jan 27, 2006 10:13 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What should I do??
Replies: 14
Views: 2053

I agree with the Deacon, use the knife & enjoy it . The # is a variation indicating that the collector did not want to purchase this item (if that # is still active). I believe Spyderco knives should be used and check out all my collector knives by using them. I purchased them for my enjoyment a...
by charlie
Mon Jan 16, 2006 3:10 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Collectors club
Replies: 12
Views: 1615

Welcome to the Spyderco Collectors Club, #114. :)
:spyder: Collector #047.
by charlie
Wed Dec 21, 2005 12:02 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Tis the Season to Give ThanksÂ… Contest
Replies: 183
Views: 27260

I am thankful for my wife of 49 years, our family especially our grandchildren they bring great joy to our lives. Especially thankful for our Grandson, Cody who lives with us, 17 years old (yesterday) H.S. Football Player and Shotgun Trap shooting expert, 3.5 grade pt average, very helpful to his Gr...
by charlie
Wed Nov 23, 2005 9:32 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What's your Turkey Day edc knife?
Replies: 36
Views: 4882

Centofante 4 for slicing foods making up the snack tray. :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Thu Nov 10, 2005 2:44 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: do you ever not carry
Replies: 35
Views: 5642

Yes, there is a Spyderco clipped to my riight front pocket at all my waking moments. Bedtime no knife, but the 9 mm Beretta is in the nightstand drawer.
Exceptions; airports & airplanes (not by choice). :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Wed Nov 09, 2005 2:42 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: THE BEST SPYDERCO
Replies: 65
Views: 8303

NATIVE, S30V
:spyder: Collector # 047
by charlie
Wed Nov 09, 2005 12:57 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: KOPA - what next ?
Replies: 9
Views: 1987

Sal; I have decided to obtain 1 each Kopa's of the different handle materials, Tiger Coral is in the mail. I hope one material will be jade, someday
Thanks for the great products. :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Fri Oct 21, 2005 2:50 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What is your favorite handle material?
Replies: 39
Views: 4432

G-10
was until I received the Kumo. The stingray skin with the epoxy dipped nylon cord really feels good in my hand (will not slip) and looks great! :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Fri Oct 07, 2005 9:31 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Kumo Release & Late Collector Deliveries
Replies: 19
Views: 2902

I received a call from SFO that my Kumo was shipped yessterday (6 Oct 05).
Looks like a neat fixed blade. :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Tue Sep 13, 2005 9:51 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Poliwog pictures
Replies: 30
Views: 5647

Great Pictures!
I received my Pollywog last Friday. it is a big hit with me and is my daily carry for a while, Small but mighty. You need to hold it in your hand to appreciate the design, thanks Eric. :)
:spyder: Collector #047
by charlie
Mon Aug 22, 2005 2:43 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How do you afford so many Spyderco's?
Replies: 59
Views: 5805

I am 69 years old, retired from Boeing North American in 92, working since 1997 as a consultant to the Boeing Delta Rocket co. I have been working since I was 14 years old. Now I have money for extra things that I like, such as: helping grandchildren with things they need, I collect Spyderco Knives....