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- Tue Jun 13, 2023 10:09 am
- Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
- Topic: Is there a BYRD in your pocket??
- Replies: 198
- Views: 189753
Re: Is there a BYRD in your pocket??
I bought the Robin 2 Wharncliffe at New Graham last month as a light, but powerful EDC; and because while I wanted a Tasman Salt, my budget wasn't allowing it. The Byrd Robin 2 Wharncliffe is an incredibly capable cutter for its small size--just today, I whacked back an overly grown area beside a sh...
- Wed May 10, 2023 6:37 pm
- Forum: Off-Topic
- Topic: I'm having a Multitool midlife crisis
- Replies: 43
- Views: 3103
Re: I'm having a Multitool midlife crisis
I'm about to put scissors (from a busted up and poorly repaired by me Fuse I bought a long time ago for like $5--that has a broken blade, destroyed cutters, and damage to both slotted screwdrivers, but strangely, unused scissors) into a Bond to sort of make it a modern Fuse. Fuse's layout is perfect...
- Sat Apr 01, 2023 6:11 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: BHQ exclusive scales
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1077
Re: BHQ exclusive scales
As the owner of a crap pile of them and knockoffs from my childhood, I think something like this would be cool. Wouldn't make any less sense than the knives with fidget spinners built into them (except for all the tiny hardware).
I know these are an April Fools Joke, but they would be pretty cool.
I know these are an April Fools Joke, but they would be pretty cool.
- Fri Mar 31, 2023 1:32 pm
- Forum: Mule Team Discussion
- Topic: All steels should have a Mule!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2216
Re: All steels should have a Mule!
One each in 440C and CPM-D2. Both are awesome steels I use heavily.
- Mon Mar 20, 2023 9:19 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Federal Agencies Issuing Spyderco Knives
- Replies: 34
- Views: 5896
Re: Federal Agencies Issuing Spyderco Knives
https://www.parttarget.com/Spyderco-Inc_nsn-parts.html This is a website showin all NSN numbers assigned to Spyderco. Nato troops can order Spyderco knives by using this NSN number. I just think Spyderco is discreet about these things. Next time in a plane i'm going to look not only for unusual bul...
- Wed Mar 08, 2023 11:06 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Let’s talk SE fixed blades
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1032
Re: Let’s talk SE fixed blades
Not a Spyderco, but I've used the crap out of a Dexter Russell 4" Sani-Safe net knife. It'll cut through anything like it's nothing.
- Fri Feb 03, 2023 5:08 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Magnacut or Bust Wishlist
- Replies: 48
- Views: 2881
Re: Magnacut or Bust Wishlist
I'd like to see a Ladybug, Manbug, and/or Jester in the steel (preferably all three). I've found the family (especially the Jester) punches far above its size class.
I've EDC'd knives up to four-inch blades, but keep going back to the smallest ones.
I've EDC'd knives up to four-inch blades, but keep going back to the smallest ones.
- Mon Nov 14, 2022 2:59 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Seconds sale 2022
- Replies: 388
- Views: 33704
Re: Seconds sale 2022
Why or what makes a SECOND a Second??? It is a knife that has failed Spyderco's stringent Quality Control, but is still functional and safe to use. The defect can be something as small as a tip overheated during sharpening, a slight warp in the blade or a rough spot in the G-10. Most of mine I've n...
- Sun Sep 25, 2022 6:10 pm
- Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
- Topic: Ariat Byrds?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5252
Ariat Byrds?
I didn't know Ariat had a knife line. I tend to through a knife or two in when I buy jeans from westernwear retailers, and this is no exception. I noticed a knife line introduced by Ariat in 2020 or 2021 looks very Byrd-like. They even have the trademark "Bird's Eye" opening hole and the &...
- Fri Jul 15, 2022 5:15 pm
- Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
- Topic: Byrd
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2633
Re: Byrd
I think Montana Silversmiths or some of the other companies that produce belt buckles for rodeo awards were involved, but I'm not 100% sure.
- Mon May 16, 2022 4:13 pm
- Forum: Spyderco Counterfeits, Clones, Replicas, etc.
- Topic: "Fancy Tactical EDC"--Fake Spydercos
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1788
"Fancy Tactical EDC"--Fake Spydercos
I am pretty darn sure these are fake:
One is a Rubicon--the other, I don't know.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/334422310670
One is a Rubicon--the other, I don't know.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/334422310670
- Tue Apr 26, 2022 8:46 am
- Forum: Spyderco Counterfeits, Clones, Replicas, etc.
- Topic: Fake-O-Rama on eBay
- Replies: 32
- Views: 6932
Re: Fake-O-Rama on eBay
Annoys me why eBay hasn't started pulling these listings and banning the sellers. Honestly, I don't think they care.
- Mon Apr 18, 2022 8:06 am
- Forum: Off-Topic
- Topic: Anybody Else into 3D Printing?
- Replies: 57
- Views: 11701
Re: Anybody Else into 3D Printing?
A friend of mine is getting a semi-industrial model (his use in making replacement parts required use of fiber-reinforced nylon filament), so finally I have access to something a lot better than the $150 kit printers. The first use is printing Mule Team scales. Need to finally get into understanding...
- Fri Apr 15, 2022 10:05 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Went into the store looking for a Dragonfly. Ended up leaving with something else!!
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1055
Re: Went into the store looking for a Dragonfly. Ended up leaving with something else!!
I have an S35VN partially serrated one I got as a second, and I love the ergonomics. Really want to try the M4 version; but am not really a fan of the mint/surgical green scales. LC200N is supposedly pretty tough also, and I love the bright yellow handles (much less washed-out looking than Seki FRN)...
- Fri Apr 15, 2022 9:39 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Optimum spring tension for slip-its
- Replies: 10
- Views: 655
Re: Optimum spring tension for slip-its
I prefer a firm spring tension, likely higher than most would like, but I also find the Sheffield spring tension to be a bit too strong. At least based on my two Sheffield made Lambsfoot knives. I have several, and I've noticed Sheffield really likes strong springs, even on cheap advertising penkni...
- Fri Apr 15, 2022 9:16 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Optimum spring tension for slip-its
- Replies: 10
- Views: 655
Re: Optimum spring tension for slip-its
I had a UKPK, decided (stupidly enough) to disassemble it for cleaning and lost the pivot. It felt weak compared to the traditional folders I had. This one was, I think the original model (GIN-1), and since this was pre MAP-days, I got it for around $35 as my local knife store had several they were ...
- Fri Apr 01, 2022 8:48 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: LWD Tactical Armorer's Tool Endura
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1860
LWD Tactical Armorer's Tool Endura
I've been looking at getting an Endura for quite some time, and I've noticed the LWD Tactical Armorer's Tool is around $20 cheaper than the base Endura ($30 if you compare it to the base Emerson model). Plus, it's an Emerson opener. However, I really don't need the pin punch, and I'm concerned about...
- Thu Mar 31, 2022 9:28 am
- Forum: Off-Topic
- Topic: What has become of Bladeforums?
- Replies: 218
- Views: 62259
Re: What has become of Bladeforums?
I have an account there, but haven't posted. I can see why many say it's a trainwreck.
- Thu Mar 17, 2022 9:00 am
- Forum: Off-Topic
- Topic: Daylight Saving Time Poll
- Replies: 42
- Views: 4159
Re: Daylight Saving Time Poll
I'm for sticking with one only. I prefer standard time, however.
I see no point whatsoever. I mean, the amount of daylight we have each day has nothing to do with us being on DST or ST.
I see no point whatsoever. I mean, the amount of daylight we have each day has nothing to do with us being on DST or ST.
- Sat Mar 12, 2022 9:58 am
- Forum: Spyderco Restricted Models Discussion
- Topic: Talk me into (or out of) the Autonomy 2
- Replies: 15
- Views: 7606
Talk me into (or out of) the Autonomy 2
Looks like Virginia is repealing its automatic knife ban, effective July 1. https://lis.virginia.gov/cgi-bin/legp604.exe?221+cab+SC10125SB0758+SRREF I have been eying the Autonomy 2 since I got into Spyderco years ago, and I'm wondering if it's worth splurging for being an auto over say, the Caribbe...