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by Deadboxhero
Thu Feb 15, 2024 11:25 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Ok, could it be that LC200N fares better against Magnacut than some might think?
Replies: 90
Views: 25667

Re: Ok, could it be that LC200N fares better against Magnacut than some might think?

Hardness with good microstructure is an important factor for edge stability. It's not just carbide size, volume and raw toughness from lower hardness. LC200N will always be limited in strength especially in a production setting with the hardness being capped near ~60rc or less. MagnaCut will always ...
by Deadboxhero
Sun Feb 11, 2024 4:23 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Community Sharpening Journal
Replies: 2317
Views: 299998

Re: Community Sharpening Journal

That makes sense, however, that doesn't change the accuracy of the observations. A smoother surface RA on the Spyderco fine makes more of the finer 5-10μm particles able to interact with the edge bevel. Great now my head hurts thinking about RA vs particle size. Would changing the RA on a stone wit...
by Deadboxhero
Sun Feb 11, 2024 10:20 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Community Sharpening Journal
Replies: 2317
Views: 299998

Re: Community Sharpening Journal

Spyderco Fine https://i.imgur.com/YRrbKa1.jpeg Spyderco Ultra Fine https://i.imgur.com/Yur3HJN.jpeg I thought this was very interesting, The difference in abrasive size is basically the same. Both the Ultra Fine and the fine both have larger ~15μm abrasive grains with smaller 5-10μm abrasive partic...
by Deadboxhero
Sat Feb 10, 2024 4:04 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Community Sharpening Journal
Replies: 2317
Views: 299998

Re: Community Sharpening Journal

Spyderco Fine https://i.imgur.com/YRrbKa1.jpeg Spyderco Ultra Fine https://i.imgur.com/Yur3HJN.jpeg I thought this was very interesting, The difference in abrasive size is basically the same. Both the Ultra Fine and the fine both have larger ~15μm abrasive grains with smaller 5-10μm abrasive particl...
by Deadboxhero
Fri Feb 09, 2024 2:35 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sharpmaker Elite Edition
Replies: 75
Views: 14384

Re: Sharpmaker Elite Edition

Sal with the 50th year anniversary of your sharpmaker approaching, What are your thoughts a special version? Are you guys working on anything? Would there be anything you would improve or change for a special elite version or just a generational upgrade to a 205?
by Deadboxhero
Fri Feb 09, 2024 2:31 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Anyone want to see Vanax in the salt series?
Replies: 65
Views: 5938

Re: Anyone want to see Vanax in the salt series?

I think it's just wrong that Spyderco, the leader in steels for knives, is not producing a vanax salt series. I would like to design a knife and have them evaluate it for production. If a guy from California can take to market a vanax folding knife, Spyderco can do it better and cheaper, for sure. ...
by Deadboxhero
Mon Feb 05, 2024 8:09 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Corrosion and Edge Retention
Replies: 48
Views: 3337

Re: Corrosion and Edge Retention

An "edge" is thin, and exposed on both sides, so it it the first part of a blade to respond to corrosion. This was the main problem in trying to find a Salt Water Steel. Even with blades that are coated or chrome plated, the edge is sharpened so it is not protected by the coating or plati...
by Deadboxhero
Sat Feb 03, 2024 2:43 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: MagnaCut Fine Edge Retention
Replies: 14
Views: 1125

Re: MagnaCut Fine Edge Retention

Yes it does keep the finer edge longer than other stainless steels. It behaves similar to mid-high carbide volume tool steels in fact. However, for some reason, it does not respond the strop as well as other steels. Do not get me wrong stropping still works on it but not as effective as other steel...
by Deadboxhero
Sat Feb 03, 2024 12:57 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: MagnaCut Fine Edge Retention
Replies: 14
Views: 1125

Re: MagnaCut Fine Edge Retention

Yes it does keep the finer edge longer than other stainless steels. It behaves similar to mid-high carbide volume tool steels in fact. However, for some reason, it does not respond the strop as well as other steels. Do not get me wrong stropping still works on it but not as effective as other steel...
by Deadboxhero
Wed Jan 31, 2024 7:01 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Shot Show recap, thoughts, things I learned
Replies: 24
Views: 1200

Re: Shot Show recap, thoughts, things I learned

Thank you for the kind words. It was nice meeting you and having an in-depth discussion about our favorite subject. Spyderco knives! I fondled essentially every spyderco I have ever considered (and more) at the Shot Show. Probably 30 or more models, and had a surprising revelation. Frame Locks - I t...
by Deadboxhero
Mon Jan 29, 2024 1:35 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: A Deeper Investigation into Spyderco Diamond vs cBN: Which is better?! Why!?
Replies: 14
Views: 1008

A Deeper Investigation into Spyderco Diamond vs cBN: Which is better?! Why!?

For as long as I can remember, there has been two options available for the Spyderco sharpmaker. Electroplated diamond or electroplated cBN. I've always felt it was a mystery and what I liked about Spyderco is that they offered both options for end line users to determine the differences However, it...
by Deadboxhero
Mon Jan 29, 2024 12:49 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?
Replies: 73
Views: 4962

Re: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?

sal wrote:
Sun Jan 28, 2024 10:54 pm
Hi Shawn,

You guys look great.

sal
Thanks Sal.

Looks like the whiskey had me long-winded when I typed all that.

Good times.

Thank you.
by Deadboxhero
Sun Jan 28, 2024 6:59 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sage 5 in REX 121 + burnt orange
Replies: 85
Views: 5387

Re: Sage 5 in REX 121 + burnt orange

Good to hear that Spyderco releases Rex121 model. I am using ~3.5" rex121 knife made by BBB and loving its high yield strength, edge longevity, and ease of sharpening. King of slicing steel, IMO. I'm glad to hear. I won't be involved with heat treating this one. Excited to see what Spyderco co...
by Deadboxhero
Sat Jan 27, 2024 1:10 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Delica 4 in 2024?
Replies: 228
Views: 244015

Re: Delica 4 in 2024?

Well, I just want to thank everyone that contributed to this thread.

Imho, any real Spyderco fan knows the significance of the Delica design and I am really happy to see most of us agree and those that don't that's okay too.
by Deadboxhero
Sat Jan 27, 2024 1:06 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?
Replies: 73
Views: 4962

Re: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?

2024 Shot Show We stand on the shoulders of giants. I have great humility to be amongst these legends that I will never find myself equal to and it brings me joy to say it. Their humbleness and compassion to share the love for high performance designs, steels, techniques and knowledge has no equal. ...
by Deadboxhero
Thu Jan 25, 2024 7:59 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?
Replies: 73
Views: 4962

Re: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?

legOFwhat? wrote:
Thu Jan 25, 2024 2:14 pm
Wonder if there was any sightings of the HIC mule ?
Yes, it was being shown in the prototype display.
by Deadboxhero
Mon Jan 22, 2024 11:42 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?
Replies: 73
Views: 4962

Re: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?

sal wrote:
Mon Jan 22, 2024 7:47 pm
Hey Shawn,

Are you there?

sal
Yes sir, just got in today.

I'll get some pictures for you guys tomorrow if it's not too busy.
by Deadboxhero
Mon Jan 22, 2024 2:34 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?
Replies: 73
Views: 4962

Re: Does anyone have any pictures from the Spyderco booth at the 2024 Shot Show?

2002WRX wrote:
Mon Jan 22, 2024 9:18 am
Does anyone have any pictures from the 2024 Shot show? Especially, from the Spyderco booth/displays?
The show doesn't start until tomorrow.