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by OakTree
Sat Jul 31, 2021 12:44 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sharpening stones
Replies: 16
Views: 1932

Re: Sharpening stones

I like the DMT diamond, the S110V has high vanadium and will be very slow to sharpen with conventional stones. Low cost Chinese diamond will work initially however, wear away rather quickly. Regards, FK Thanks. Can you recommend a stone that will fit my system? I'm no good with freehand sharpening....
by OakTree
Sat Jul 31, 2021 12:12 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sharpening stones
Replies: 16
Views: 1932

Sharpening stones

I'd like to sharpen my S110 Para3 and (eventually) my Cruwear Dragonfly 2. I have the Sharpmaker and a 3D printed sharpening system that uses the KME style stones. I don't even know what type of stones I currently have. I bought them online from AliExpress (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3287526176...
by OakTree
Wed Jul 28, 2021 12:37 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

I got my new knife today. I'm replacing my Dragonfly with... a Dragonfly:

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by OakTree
Tue Jul 13, 2021 7:58 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Will Somebody Here Identify This Spyderco, Please?
Replies: 6
Views: 686

Re: Will Somebody Here Identify This Spyderco, Please?

JonLeBlanc wrote:
Tue Jul 13, 2021 1:23 pm
Still waiting on that Dragonfly XL (coughs)
With a compression lock.
by OakTree
Sat Jul 10, 2021 11:18 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

Yes, I can see the image I posted. I had to turn off my vpn to see the image. I can see it now. Interesting. I wonder if some VPNs dislike callouts to image-hosting sites. I tried opening the image directly with the vpn running - no dice. Once I turned it off I could see it in the post and in a sep...
by OakTree
Sat Jul 10, 2021 10:33 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

wrdwrght wrote:
Sat Jul 10, 2021 10:05 am
Yes, I can see the image I posted.
I had to turn off my vpn to see the image. I can see it now.
by OakTree
Fri Jul 09, 2021 6:50 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

On size alone, any of the following could qualify or not qualify as an DF2 alternative, depending on what metrics for size you favor. https://i.postimg.cc/59KtQ80k/8-AF841-C1-65-D4-42-D9-88-F3-B315318-BE670.jpg For example, the Poliwog (at the top) has the same edge-length as the DF2 (at the bottom...
by OakTree
Sat Jul 03, 2021 12:43 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

wrdwrght wrote:
Sat Jul 03, 2021 10:51 am
Since you ask for a DF2 alternative, I would ask—in hono(u)r of the late Cliff Stamp—what do you mean by “small”, “action”, and indeed “satisfying”? :)
Small: Same size as the Dragonfly.
Action: Opening and closing.
Satisfying: Fast. Smooth. Solid. Effortless.
by OakTree
Fri Jul 02, 2021 9:45 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

A CQI with a deeper carry wire clip and possible steel upgrade for the same price would sell better but I’m sure that won’t happen. Are you still talking about the Brouwer or the Dragonfly? The Dragonfly is great but there's still room for improvement. The clip screw should be sunken so the top is ...
by OakTree
Thu Jul 01, 2021 9:40 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

Oh man am I too late? Because… Rhino !!! Rhino !!! Rhino !!! It may need a little work when you first get it, polishing washers, etc. But oh man is it snappy. The Lil’ Native is, fine… But the funkier option is always the best one. Too late for what? I'm just going to continue using my Dragonfly. I...
by OakTree
Thu Jul 01, 2021 9:39 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

FourStringFiend wrote:
Thu Jul 01, 2021 2:48 pm
The Brouwer is a great small knife if you want To try a Frame lock
Never heard of that one before. Looks nice. That price though...
by OakTree
Wed Jun 30, 2021 10:28 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

Use your dragonfly and it'll get smoother. The Para 3 is built very differently and is smoother as a result. Lock mechanism is a part of that. I'll try that and see how it goes. The opening action is actually not that bad. It's the closing that bugs me. I have to drop my thumb to the backlock, jigg...
by OakTree
Wed Jun 30, 2021 10:06 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Re: Small knife with satisfying action

Spydergirl88 wrote:
Wed Jun 30, 2021 10:04 pm
Lil Native comp lock is what you seek
Is the compression lock what makes the action smooth?
by OakTree
Wed Jun 30, 2021 9:54 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Small knife with satisfying action
Replies: 62
Views: 5327

Small knife with satisfying action

I've rediscovered my Dragonfly 2. It's the right size and weight, and the aesthetics please me. Unfortunately, the action does not satisfy me. The action on my Para 3 does satisfy me. I'm not sure why the action on the Para 3 is so nice. Is it the compression lock? Is it the washers between steel wa...
by OakTree
Sun Oct 11, 2020 8:47 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Para 3 S110V Rust
Replies: 14
Views: 1790

Re: Para 3 S110V Rust

Thanks guys. I'm relieved to know I didn't get a dud.
I wash the blade when it has tape/glue residue or is sticky from cutting an apple/orange/banana. I didn't think I had to be careful when washing it but I'll be more careful from now on.
by OakTree
Sun Oct 11, 2020 12:29 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Para 3 S110V Rust
Replies: 14
Views: 1790

Para 3 S110V Rust

Hi all, I bought a Para 3 S110V from a reputable Canadian retailer. I've had it for 1 month. So far I've cut a few cardboard boxes, opened some packages, and sliced 2 oranges. I've washed the knife a couple of times. I didn't blow compressed air to dry it, just paper towel and some shakes. A few day...
by OakTree
Wed Dec 20, 2017 9:38 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Manbug pivot screw
Replies: 2
Views: 958

Re: Manbug pivot screw

Thanks. I couldn't get through by phone so I sent an email.
by OakTree
Mon Dec 18, 2017 8:39 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Manbug pivot screw
Replies: 2
Views: 958

Manbug pivot screw

Hi, I've somehow managed to lose the pivot screw on my Manbug. I have not disassembled it for many months but I have been using it occasionally and carrying it on my keychain. Can anyone tell me the exact screw specifications so that I can get a replacement? Thanks. https://i.imgur.com/gwSXsgb.jpg
by OakTree
Thu Jun 01, 2017 3:40 pm
Forum: Spyderco Picture Gallery
Topic: Show off your latest purchase
Replies: 5334
Views: 1791829

Re: Show off your latest purchase

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by OakTree
Sun May 28, 2017 9:22 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Cleaners. Lubricants, Polishes & Maintenance stuff?
Replies: 26
Views: 6171

Re: Cleaners. Lubricants, Polishes & Maintenance stuff?

SkullBouncer wrote: NEVER EVER use WD-40 for lube as long term damage can forthrightly limit the proper lifespans and functionality in excess.
Can you elaborate on this?