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Joyce, what year did the Spyderco Laguiole first come out? What was the list price then? Estimated value now? How do you pronounce "languiole"? Thanks, toothed.

Hi Philip357. Sounds like you got one of the original models. I like this knife very much and only use it when I want to show off. <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> In another thread Sal mentioned that this was the only Spyderco that was made in Europe (Solingen, Germany...

Wow, that is unusual. I thought the metal clips were semi-bomb proof. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> You should take KenN's advice and e-mail Spyderco for a replacement clip if no one from the company responds to your post by today. Btw, sometimes I too wonder if the...

Hi fool. You did not mention if you had the original version or the updated one. I haven't seen the updated Shabaria yet but look forward to that day. I like the design but may need to inspect the knife more closely before I buy. Anyway, could you clarify your problem? Did the metal clip break? or d...

I prefer frame locks (fewer parts), then liner locks (especially good when it's nested), and then lock backs. I like to be able to open and close the knife with one hand. Maybe it's just me but I have difficulty closing knives with lock backs using only one hand--especially large folders. Notwithsta...

Whew! You got me worried for awhile. Hey, whosyour tell us about your initial impressions of the forum special when it is delivered.

The store clerk ranked Spyderco "fifth" based on what criteria? Sales dollar amount? Quantity of knives produced/sold? Size of company? It sounds like the ranking was based on the clerk's SWAG (Simple Wild A$$ Guess). Here's my personal subjective assessment: If you're ranking a knife manu...

I hope Samo is okay too. Could be the volcano affected the power lines and he is unable to use his computer.

Ditto what Dennis said...plus black anodized clip (& spacer too if possible).

That's a question that is tough for me to answer. It's like asking a parent: "Who's your favorite child?" Each knife is different and I love each one for what it is. Nonetheless, although my current "favorite" carry is the updated Viele, I can't say it's the most favorite of all ...

Don't you sometimes look at a bunch of knives and feel that two in particular seem to complement each other and make a "perfect" match? My Nomination #1: Police G-10 (Plain edge) with a G-10 Harpy. My Nomination #2: Police SS (Serrated edge) with Dragonfly SS (Plain edge) Any other nominat...

Sorry for any problems I may have created. Also, my comment about buying the proto was partly in jest knowing that I probably couldn't afford it anyway. Thanks. However, as a result of my post, I am in contact with someone who is selling an original Ti Police.

treb, I put the Zowada clip onto my Viele yesterday and it seems to fit nicely. However, I had to use the same chrome screws on the Viele since they were a different length (longer) than the Zowada's. Later today I'll try the JD Smith's black screws on the Viele since it looks like it also screws in...

Oops, jumped the gun. I saw a picture of it at the KnifeCenter website. They had a number of knives that may have been displayed at the Shot Show(?). They acknowledged that the knives were not yet in stock but would be available when received from the manufacturer. Maybe it was wishful thinking when...

I never read the book nor saw the movie but I'm curious as to why Hannibal is choking down on the handle (toward the butt end) of a stainless steel model? Is he looking at his reflection? Is it a "Hollywood pose" to make the knife look longer? It doesn't seem to be a practical grip for rea...

Will the "to be" released titanium Police model be a limited run or will they be a regular production knife? What will be the blade material?

How interchangeable are the clips on Sypderco knives? I realize some models have obvious different screw patterns, e.g., Military, G-10 police, etc. but most of the other models have clips that look pretty much alike. I'd like to swap the chromed clip on the new Viele with a black clip from one of m...

Hi Sal, I like it thin in the pocket or IWB and thick in the hand. A true chameleon? All joking aside, I like the thinness of the stainless steel handled Police. It is comfortable slipping in and out of my pocket and the most comfortable of all my knives when carried IWB. In my opinion, I consider t...

Hi JuiceD, I posted my thoughts on the matter on the other thread you started.

Hi JuiceD, I can understand your dilema. I have faced this decision before and don't see a solution unless I buy them all. LOL. As others have posted here, the model you choose depends on the task at hand--the problem is your task at hand changes so often. I own two police knives: a serrated w/ss ha...