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by timberweasel
Fri Nov 23, 2012 12:08 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyders Not Intended For; But Great For Food Prep?
Replies: 52
Views: 6915

Another vote for the Rock Lobster! Amazing for slicing and dicing in the kitchen...

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by timberweasel
Wed Oct 31, 2012 7:06 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Questions for Sal
Replies: 10
Views: 1794

Welcome to the Forum, kbrouwer! The Para 2 is a great knife; small wonder that the shops can't keep 'em on their shelves! If people keep buying 'em, I'm sure Spyderco will keep making 'em. Sal himself has already said that Spyderco is in full-production. Patience, young Grasshopper! You'll find one ...
by timberweasel
Wed Oct 31, 2012 6:11 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: I've had a stropping epiphany..
Replies: 34
Views: 8471

Yup. Jerry Fisk comes to mind... (jump to 06:10)

[video=youtube;DzBSjQFWyhM]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzBSjQFWyhM[/video]
by timberweasel
Wed Oct 24, 2012 2:03 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Pingo Impressions
Replies: 33
Views: 10108

Bingo! Got me a Pingo! This super-cool little folder just arrived this afternoon...

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by timberweasel
Sun Oct 21, 2012 4:54 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Should the compression lock idea just be abandoned?
Replies: 115
Views: 18338

I'll be honest: when I tried the Compression Lock for the first time, it felt alien, weird, and backwards. Now I dig it. Great lock!
by timberweasel
Sun Oct 21, 2012 4:41 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: JD's TOP 10>> What's Your's
Replies: 73
Views: 13330

Couldn't possibly rank 'em, but here's my list: -Delica 4 (personal benchmark of what an EDC folder should be) -Centofante 3 -Sage 1 -Para-Military 2 -Kiwi 3 SS (the most interesting modern slip-joint design to date, imo) -Terzuola SLIPIT -Rock Lobster (Hoorah, Master Chef! Food prep master!) -DiAle...
by timberweasel
Mon Oct 15, 2012 3:28 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Poll: Clip position
Replies: 38
Views: 7242

Mostly tip-up right side carry but I like tip-down on folders with longer handles--flippers too and ditto for back pocket carry (which I don't do too often.) I guess it really depends on the knife and how I'm carrying it.

Arrrgh! I've over-complicated the choices! No vote! :o :p :D
by timberweasel
Mon Oct 15, 2012 2:53 pm
Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
Topic: New byrd model?
Replies: 149
Views: 61830

That is a very interesting thought. Thanks! I've been interested in the Cricket for a couple years now and have always deferred due to the price point for such a small knife (I know, I know... good things come in small packages and all that!) :o I think a Byrd variant of the Cricket would be a grea...
by timberweasel
Mon Oct 15, 2012 2:37 pm
Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
Topic: I have a Meadowlark....
Replies: 10
Views: 6103

I got to handle a stainless steel Cara Cara 2 just this afternoon. I don't think it's too heavy for EDC and was pretty impressed by the great fit & finish. If you like an all-stainless construction, Jeff, I say go for it! Hmmm... I think I'm going to take my own advice and pick one up tomorrow! :)
by timberweasel
Mon Oct 15, 2012 8:27 am
Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
Topic: New byrd model?
Replies: 149
Views: 61830

How's about a Byrd modelled after the Spyderco Cricket? It would be super-cool to have the blade the same shape as the comet-hole for kind of a picture-in-picture effect...
by timberweasel
Fri Oct 12, 2012 8:19 pm
Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
Topic: Favorite byrd knife
Replies: 68
Views: 34186

Wow, Deacon! That Harrier is sweet! My favourite Byrd is the Cara Cara 2. I've owned a few of 'em already but I can't seem to keep one in my stable. I know a couple of fellas who are police officers and I gifted my Cara Cara's to them. They love 'em, and no one is harder on their knives than coppers...
by timberweasel
Fri Oct 12, 2012 8:02 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spy(derco) VS Spy(derco): DiAlex Junior VS Para-Military 2
Replies: 15
Views: 3179

JLS wrote:Or like this. This is for real...and it's awesome...for me and my uses.

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Beauty! I'm jealous... :)

ETA: did you do the work yourself? Excellent job!
by timberweasel
Fri Oct 12, 2012 1:59 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spy(derco) VS Spy(derco): DiAlex Junior VS Para-Military 2
Replies: 15
Views: 3179

kbuzbee wrote:Interesting comparison, thanks!

I'd love to see a PPT thrown in the mix as well...

Ken
Wish I had one to throw into the mix! :D
by timberweasel
Fri Oct 12, 2012 1:49 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spy(derco) VS Spy(derco): DiAlex Junior VS Para-Military 2
Replies: 15
Views: 3179

Modified blade-grind? Like so...? ;)

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Just a photo edit... kinda looks like a Carpenter... which I also want... :)
by timberweasel
Fri Oct 12, 2012 11:51 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spy(derco) VS Spy(derco): DiAlex Junior VS Para-Military 2
Replies: 15
Views: 3179

Spy(derco) VS Spy(derco): DiAlex Junior VS Para-Military 2

*I posted this thread on another website. Thought maybe some folks here might enjoy it... http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/a/a9/Spy-vs-spy.png/200px-Spy-vs-spy.png DiAlex Junior/Para-Military 2 Length overall: 7.25 " (184 mm)/8.281 " (210 mm) Blade length: 3.218 " (82 mm...
by timberweasel
Tue Oct 09, 2012 5:46 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Howdy
Replies: 12
Views: 1404

Welcome CL!

I'd recommend picking up a Sharpmaker for your next Spyderco purchase... :)

http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=77
by timberweasel
Mon Oct 08, 2012 3:13 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Looks vs. practical use - which makes you love (or buy) a Spyderco
Replies: 21
Views: 2594

I think we're lucky enough to live in a day and age where you can have both looks and function at several different price-points. Is it too much to ask for both? My answer is a resounding "no"... :)
by timberweasel
Mon Oct 08, 2012 12:10 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: 3 knives, 3 materials, all sharp, which is sharper, in order?
Replies: 45
Views: 7241

Of the three Spydies, my guess is Centofante 3, Dragonfly 2, Gayle Bradley...

Happy birthday to ya, sir! :)
by timberweasel
Fri Oct 05, 2012 1:23 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Delica
Replies: 12
Views: 2695

Often to make a knife flickable it takes a little adjustment with the pivot, which tends to give the knife more lateral blade-play (or vertical with lockbacks). It's fun to flick knives, I won't lie :) . It's not the best for wear & tear as you are pushing components faster and harder than they...
by timberweasel
Fri Oct 05, 2012 1:14 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: New to Forum
Replies: 18
Views: 2433

LC ray wrote:I see another spyderco in my future
Just one?? ;)

Glad to hear you're enjoying your new Spydie! I'm sure you'll like your next one as much or more!

Cheers!

-Timber