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by dreadpirate
Sat Feb 22, 2020 8:08 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Which Lil Native?
Replies: 31
Views: 5177

Re: Which Lil Native?

Spydergirl88 wrote:
Sat Feb 22, 2020 8:03 pm
Compression lock 100 percent. I've carried one almost every day since they were first released a couple years ago. The compression lock has the most varieties available and also has more custom scale options.
Thanks. I know you are a proponent of the Lil Native so I am glad I got your feedback.
by dreadpirate
Sat Feb 22, 2020 7:47 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Which Lil Native?
Replies: 31
Views: 5177

Which Lil Native?

Compression lock or back lock? I assume the back lock is thinner?
by dreadpirate
Sun Oct 27, 2019 8:52 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Your Thoughts of an Ideal Companion Blade?
Replies: 75
Views: 9327

Re: Your Thoughts of an Ideal Companion Blade?

I would say a serrated edge companion. There are times when I have to cut cord or rope and that would be handy.
by dreadpirate
Sun Oct 27, 2019 8:45 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Super happy with my New Mantra 2
Replies: 8
Views: 1496

Re: Super happy with my New Mantra 2

So the picture of the M2 might lead you to believe it's a bigger knife. Even so, I think the M2 is a good (even optimal) size for pocket carry. The handle length is about the same as a Delica, but the blade more slender and a bit longer. More of a slicer for sure. I love the looks of a titanium ston...
by dreadpirate
Sat Oct 26, 2019 4:58 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Super happy with my New Mantra 2
Replies: 8
Views: 1496

Super happy with my New Mantra 2

What an awesome knife! Very nice flipper right out of the box. And it's on sale to boot!! Best deal currently in my opinion.
by dreadpirate
Mon Oct 21, 2019 8:06 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Replies: 60
Views: 8647

Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?

Spydergirl88 wrote:
Mon Oct 21, 2019 1:54 pm
Mantra 2 is on sale $114
Thanks for the tip; I just ordered one. And I still have my Chaparral. Actually, I would also like a Chaparral light weight eventually.
by dreadpirate
Mon Oct 21, 2019 7:35 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What's Your Most Abused Spyderco?
Replies: 19
Views: 2703

What's Your Most Abused Spyderco?

For us it's a poor little VG10 dragonfly in the kitchen drawer. It's always sticky from tape adhesive opening boxes. It's been used to break down boxes with staples, pry things, etc. The kitchen drawer beater!
by dreadpirate
Sun Jul 21, 2019 3:04 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Is the Lil Native Compression Lock Handle Thicker than the Back Lock version?
Replies: 10
Views: 1237

Re: Is the Lil Native Compression Lock Handle Thicker than the Back Lock version?

Mstach07 wrote:
Sat Jul 20, 2019 8:26 pm
I have both models. Excluding the clip, they are identical in width.
Do you have a preference for one over the other if I may ask?
by dreadpirate
Sat Jul 20, 2019 11:34 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Is the Lil Native Compression Lock Handle Thicker than the Back Lock version?
Replies: 10
Views: 1237

Re: Is the Lil Native Compression Lock Handle Thicker than the Back Lock version?

Ez556 wrote:
Sat Jul 20, 2019 10:17 am
Blade HQ lists both the Compression Lock and backlock as .44”
Thanks! I like the wire clip that comes with the compression lock model so that's the direction I will probably take.
by dreadpirate
Sat Jul 20, 2019 9:05 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Why linerless?
Replies: 77
Views: 12821

Re: Why linerless?

I bought a Native 5 in G10 and it was advertised as having liners but I got shipped the linerless version. At first I was disappointed, but after some use, I will have to agree with those that say liners are not required and add weight. I will also say I like the proud liners on the Manix 2 (i.e. th...
by dreadpirate
Sat Jul 20, 2019 9:00 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Is the Lil Native Compression Lock Handle Thicker than the Back Lock version?
Replies: 10
Views: 1237

Is the Lil Native Compression Lock Handle Thicker than the Back Lock version?

I was looking at both and was wondering if the compression lock version of the Lil Native has a thicker handle than the back lock version? I don't have a local store to go to and compare.
by dreadpirate
Sat Apr 13, 2019 3:48 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: s30v spyderco's acceptable
Replies: 110
Views: 7458

Re: s30v spyderco's acceptable

Heck - VG-10 is good enough for me. I buy "super" steels to collect, not because they are required. One exception would be H1 for for more caustic environments.
by dreadpirate
Thu Apr 04, 2019 7:34 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: If you had to pick just one?
Replies: 181
Views: 24560

Re: If you had to pick just one?

Delica 4 Zome Yellow Green S30V; a great all-rounder.
by dreadpirate
Fri Mar 01, 2019 7:29 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: I Have a Hankering for a G10 Scales Native 5
Replies: 33
Views: 3787

Re: I Have a Hankering for a G10 Scales Native 5

I have been carrying this new native 5 and I REALLy like it; even without the liners. Go buy!
by dreadpirate
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:41 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What was your first Spyderco?
Replies: 121
Views: 10546

Re: What was your first Spyderco?

Caly 3.5 with black G10 handles and VG-10 steel.

But the first Spyderco that I handled was a Manix 2 and that's when I decided I liked Spyderco as a brand. I have a couple of Manix 2's as well.
by dreadpirate
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:37 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Let's Get Serious: G-10 Handles Are Just Hard To Beat For EDC uses
Replies: 75
Views: 6101

Re: Let's Get Serious: G-10 Handles Are Just Hard To Beat For EDC uses

Crux wrote:
Sat Feb 23, 2019 5:57 pm
I'm holding out for Sasquatch bone handles. Very rare.
I would settle for Mammoth tusk from the permafrost.