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by kodai78
Tue Sep 07, 2021 3:32 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: S110v - waning popularity?
Replies: 69
Views: 5944

Re: S110v - waning popularity?

I love it. I was eyeing the S110V Manix I gave my son in law the other day, and wondering why I didn’t get one for myself. I have a Manix with S90V and a PM 2 in S110V both are excellent knives. I will likely buy a Manix in S110V sometime, I prefer the LW and G10 Manix to the Para by a slight margin...
by kodai78
Tue Sep 07, 2021 7:48 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Is the CBBL dead???
Replies: 109
Views: 10170

Re: Is the CBBL dead???

Micro Manix? Nano Manix? Besides a Hawkbill what about a Sheepsfoot or Wharncliffe CBBL? A LW model with screw together construction would be welcome. The Sheepsfoot in LC 200 N as a Salt model would be awesome. I would be happy to pay extra for corrosion resistant hardware in that configuration. On...
by kodai78
Tue Sep 07, 2021 7:38 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco Watu is the answer to my quest
Replies: 55
Views: 8042

Re: Spyderco Watu is the answer to my quest

I love my Watu as well. It’s got what I think is the best Carbon fiber/G10 slabs among my Spydies. I love the wire clip too. The slim profile is perfect in the pocket.
by kodai78
Tue Sep 07, 2021 7:30 am
Forum: Mule Team Discussion
Topic: Mule Z-Wear PM initial impression and experience
Replies: 35
Views: 7480

Re: My Mule Z-Wear PM initial impression and experience

Very nice! I assume there are more posts in the future. I am looking forward to seeing those.
by kodai78
Mon Sep 06, 2021 12:02 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Bladeops Upcoming Elmax Exclusive
Replies: 168
Views: 18372

Re: Bladeops Upcoming Elmax Exclusive

My birthday is September 9th, I like Elmax. It’s meant to be! Maybe. I gotta see what model.
by kodai78
Mon Sep 06, 2021 9:32 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Lil Para
Replies: 36
Views: 3220

Re: Lil Para

Not interested. The mock up looks awkward to my eyes, and I don’t think a 3 fingered grip is so great. On really small knives a slip joint combined with a slim blade is adequate. Like the Honey bee. A Micro Para would have too thick a blade stock, assuming it was in line with other Para designs.
by kodai78
Mon Sep 06, 2021 9:20 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Sage 5 LW Sprint
Replies: 32
Views: 4613

Re: Sage 5 LW Sprint

Carbon fiber, SPY 27, Elmax, or S 90V.
by kodai78
Tue Aug 31, 2021 7:15 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Models you'd like to see return.
Replies: 99
Views: 13276

Re: Models you'd like to see return.

C22 Walker, Persian, Starmate. Any current steel, would prefer something not VG 10 or SV 30. I think the C22 on the current secondary market is just crazy expensive.
by kodai78
Tue Aug 24, 2021 7:31 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Can we talk about Amazon?
Replies: 60
Views: 11420

Re: Can we talk about Amazon?

There is a Spyderco Amazon store. If you search for Spyderco Sharpmaker there’s a link in the sponsored result. It’s in blue text. https://smile.amazon.com/stores/Spyderco/page/081FF140-1E69-46AD-B49D-1C95779D5BC0?ref_=ast_bln Price is $75, you could use your Amazon card and get the genuine item. I...
by kodai78
Sun Aug 22, 2021 7:26 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Modifications
Replies: 14
Views: 1415

Re: Modifications

The Smock is an awesome front flipper. I hope it gets the FFG treatment and S45VN or MagnaCut. That knife also has the button comp lock, awesome knife.
by kodai78
Sun Aug 22, 2021 7:23 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Most Favored Spyderco Collaborator(s) To Return?
Replies: 80
Views: 10849

Re: Most Favored Spyderco Collaborator(s) To Return?

Michael Walker the C22, Ed Schempp, the Persian and Terzuola’s Starmate should all be revived. New designs by any of these would be welcome.
by kodai78
Sun Aug 22, 2021 7:14 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Im on the fence....undecided
Replies: 31
Views: 2236

Re: Im on the fence....undecided

Crucarta. I have spoken 😉
by kodai78
Sun Aug 22, 2021 6:49 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Recommend a Sharpener to Gift
Replies: 34
Views: 2377

Re: Recommend a Sharpener to Gift

Sharpmaker because I know it. You can teach someone to sharpen a knife in minutes and you can sharpen scissors and potato peelers and probably anything else in the kitchen.
by kodai78
Sun Aug 22, 2021 4:31 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Gauging interest in Stretch 2 Salt SS LC200N
Replies: 21
Views: 1526

Re: Gushing interest in Stretch 2 Salt SS LC200N

I'd be interested, Heck, I'd be interested in just about any decently stainless Stretch 2. However, I'm less sure of the need for a Stretch Salt. I think the VG-10 versions are adequately stainless for hunting. As for rafting, I think the Atlantic Salt, which has a similar feel, is a reasonable alt...
by kodai78
Sun Aug 22, 2021 8:54 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Chaparral Sun and Moon scratches on handle from new question
Replies: 20
Views: 1764

Re: Chaparral Sun and Moon scratches on handle from new question

I bought one of these knives, my second Chaparral. The other is Raffir Noble. Because they are Spydies the knife part is great, but these two were purchased for their looks. I carry and will use them but I value their appearance more than most of my collection. Your example is without any issues? I...
by kodai78
Thu Aug 19, 2021 4:42 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Anything negative to say about "made in Taiwan"
Replies: 58
Views: 11339

Re: Anything negative to say about "made in Taiwan"

I don’t have anything negative to say. Each of my Taiwan Spyderco knives, has excellent fit and finish. My Schempp Bowie is flawless. I buy Spyderco because of the quality and design. I don’t choose a knife because of the country of manufacture.
by kodai78
Thu Aug 19, 2021 4:25 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Chaparral Sun and Moon scratches on handle from new question
Replies: 20
Views: 1764

Re: Chaparral Sun and Moon scratches on handle from new question

I bought one of these knives, my second Chaparral. The other is Raffir Noble. Because they are Spydies the knife part is great, but these two were purchased for their looks. I carry and will use them but I value their appearance more than most of my collection.
by kodai78
Wed Aug 18, 2021 7:12 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: SpydieChef in Stock at SFO
Replies: 5
Views: 665

Re: SpydieChef in Stock at SFO

Do it! You won’t be sorry. One of my favorite knives.
by kodai78
Wed Aug 18, 2021 3:48 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Lambs Foot Manix
Replies: 16
Views: 1533

Re: Lambs Foot Manix

Good job making the best of a not so great situation. I like it a lot.
by kodai78
Tue Aug 17, 2021 8:48 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Ikuchi CQI Centering
Replies: 16
Views: 2836

Re: Ikuchi CQI Centering

Personally I wouldn’t return it or make a warranty claim, but it drives me crazy when the blade isn’t centered. I’ve had good luck using a folded piece of paper between the blade and the frame to center some knives and not so much on others. Good luck! I think you have a great knife there.