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by carrot
Wed Oct 14, 2020 2:25 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Knife categories
Replies: 14
Views: 949

Re: Knife categories

Nope. I haven't bought any that I specifically intend to "hang onto" for my kids future. I figure what they'll inherit from me will be MY knives and I want them to inherit stuff that I've used and enjoyed. I want them to see the wear and age on them and know this was Dad's knife. Agreed. ...
by carrot
Tue Oct 13, 2020 3:13 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
Replies: 196
Views: 16855

Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife

It just struck me. The (long discontinued) ATR seems like it could lend us its blade pattern and overall shape, with its sheepsfoot, big opening hole, Cobra Hood, and glove-friendly design. https://cdn.brandfolder.io/YLOLU61B/as/oguzcw-g4rzi0-17txbz/C70GP2_Both.png?width=800 It'd be a heck of a blad...
by carrot
Tue Oct 13, 2020 3:11 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Strange Question
Replies: 7
Views: 772

Re: Strange Question

The Native III (or as some may say, Native 3D), also had 3D contoured handles that were quite hand filling, but they do not feel a whole lot like the Enuff.
by carrot
Mon Oct 12, 2020 9:42 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco’s best kept secret
Replies: 34
Views: 3465

Re: Spyderco’s best kept secret

I was carrying the PITS over the weekend. A special design, for sure. I would like to see the next run in a different colored anodize.
by carrot
Mon Oct 12, 2020 11:38 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Pac salt green frn lc200n shipping to dealers!
Replies: 274
Views: 24570

Re: Pac salt green frn lc200n shipping to dealers!

At first I didn't like it, but the more I think about it, the more I like the TOXIC GREEN LC200N PacSalt.

I might have to get one after all.
by carrot
Mon Oct 12, 2020 7:24 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
Replies: 196
Views: 16855

Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife

What do you think about combo edge, to get the field sharpening of PE and the cutting power of SE? In a larger blade, you can get plenty of both edges.
by carrot
Mon Oct 12, 2020 7:15 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Strange Question
Replies: 7
Views: 772

Re: Strange Question

The Stretch is also quite close.
by carrot
Sun Oct 11, 2020 7:29 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Para 3 S110V Rust
Replies: 14
Views: 1841

Re: Para 3 S110V Rust

The stop pin on this model is quite prone to rust, though it is stainless. I think it is galvanic corrosion.

I wouldn’t worry about it too much, but you can always use rust inhibitors like TufGlide if you wish.
by carrot
Fri Oct 09, 2020 11:04 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Para 3 Impressions
Replies: 14
Views: 1749

Re: Para 3 Impressions

I think the Para 3 is a really interesting knife as it is essentially the blade of the old Paramilitary in a shorter handle, which was much beloved despite many quirks. Even though it is not a problem to dock a new PM2 to get the original blade length, one thing that I noticed with the large handle/...
by carrot
Fri Oct 09, 2020 7:58 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Rock Jumper comparison thread + general info
Replies: 259
Views: 34220

Re: Rock Jumper comparison thread + general info

I hope my beloved SE wharnie Delica is one of those “most popular models” Sal :spyder: The SE Jazz Delica is a special knife to me as well and it's also what's stopping me from jumping on this initial run of RJ's. Doesn't the Salt 2 Wharncliffe SE count, or does it need to be FFG to be the full Sal...
by carrot
Fri Oct 09, 2020 7:53 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Wildland Firefighters Knife
Replies: 196
Views: 16855

Re: Wildland Firefighters Knife

While I can't speak for Sal & Eric, Spyderco is often interested in making knives for a good purpose. In the past, people have shared their designs on the forum, but Sal has advised them not to share them publicly to protect both inventor and Spyderco from copycats. I am sure someone more helpfu...
by carrot
Wed Oct 07, 2020 9:25 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: FRN/Lightweights: I just can’t get into them
Replies: 112
Views: 10306

Re: FRN/Lightweights: I just can’t get into them

I have a question that might sound a little strange. How does the FRN (or any of the LW for that matter) sound when the blade is popped open. I ask as that was one of the things that turned me off on the Benchmade Griptilian, the sound it made when opened. The Griptilian is a very special case beca...
by carrot
Tue Oct 06, 2020 2:29 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: LC200N / Caribbean SE torture test gauntlet of death
Replies: 269
Views: 35546

Re: LC200N / Caribbean SE torture test gauntlet of death

Might have to follow in your footsteps. Did you do that by hand or with tools?
by carrot
Tue Oct 06, 2020 1:29 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: LC200N / Caribbean SE torture test gauntlet of death
Replies: 269
Views: 35546

Re: LC200N / Caribbean SE torture test gauntlet of death

Evil D, since you own both, help me split the vote: Sheepfoot SE or Leaf SE and why? I'm slightly more interested in Sheepfoot SE since I already have the Tenacious SE.
by carrot
Tue Oct 06, 2020 1:12 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Touching up serrations on the go?
Replies: 22
Views: 1704

Re: Touching up serrations on the go?

one of the advantages of serrations are the fact that they dull much slower than plain edges. unless you're cutting through sand, odds are good that your serrated edge will hold up until you're back home. Agreed, and to be fair, I went on a months long road trip with three knives and didn't manage ...
by carrot
Tue Oct 06, 2020 12:44 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Touching up serrations on the go?
Replies: 22
Views: 1704

Touching up serrations on the go?

Normally when I travel I throw a stone in my bag like the Fallkniven DC4 or the little DMT Diafold. This has worked out in the past, but I'm even more than ever interested in taking serrations with me over plain edge. What do you guys use to touch up serrations on the go? Think pocket-sized, rather ...
by carrot
Tue Oct 06, 2020 8:17 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Vivi's M4 Manix XL DLC Corrosion Log
Replies: 70
Views: 8129

Re: Vivi's M4 Manix XL DLC Corrosion Log

Looking forward to your test results.

I think that coated blades get a bad rap. Yes, the coating can wear off, but the way Spyderco does it, it's ridiculously tough, and it still looks pretty awesome when it does.

I'm definitely team DLC, although I don't always like springing the extra $10-15.
by carrot
Tue Oct 06, 2020 7:28 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: FRN/Lightweights: I just can’t get into them
Replies: 112
Views: 10306

Re: FRN/Lightweights: I just can’t get into them

I have a question that might sound a little strange. How does the FRN (or any of the LW for that matter) sound when the blade is popped open. I ask as that was one of the things that turned me off on the Benchmade Griptilian, the sound it made when opened. The Griptilian is a very special case beca...
by carrot
Mon Oct 05, 2020 5:05 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: LC200N / Caribbean SE torture test gauntlet of death
Replies: 269
Views: 35546

Re: LC200N / Caribbean SE torture test gauntlet of death

D, thanks for taking one for the team for us.

Now, what the heck are you going to carry?