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I use Millitec on all my guns and knives. Tuff-glide on knives that would be used sometimes on food prep (so I use Tuff-glide on my EDC's). Both work well on lubricating & rust prevention on my knives. :)
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What ever is in my front pocket, past weekend = ParaMilitary CE, Native I CPM-s30P last week, KOPA, & Manix. They seen to work great due to their sharpness. :)
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Native with CPM-30V steel would be my choice.
Check out the Native Tan C41TN model with tan special FRN & CPM-S30V steel it's the Iraqi Freedom model. Combo edge is my faviorite. :)
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Looking at my purchase records for dyad's: C39PS, Dyad Jr., ATS55, micarta handle, 1998, list= $86, purchased for $54 C39PSBK, Dyad Jr., ATS55, FRN green handle, 1999, list=$62, purchased for $39 C44, Dyad, ATS55, micarta handle, 2000, list=$153, puchased for $60 (special deal). Dyad's are great kni...

GIN-1 steel Knives on my collection list, year introdiced; CO1 WORKER 1981 C16 WAYNE GODDARD 1991 C18 WAYNE GODDARD JR. 1992 C40 JOT SIGNH KAHLSA 1997 C41 NATIVE 1997 C61 PEGASUS ? C62 NAVIGATOR ? :spyder: Collector #047

C01 Worker Gin-1 blade steel, ss handle, serrated edge, year 1981, purchased in 1991 (I think). :)
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Hi Sam; If you can not get a DVD from Spyderco, you can purchase one from NewGrahamKnives; "The Spyderco Sharpmaker has came with a instructional video in VHS format in the past but soon it will ship with a DVD instead. If you ever wished to have the DVD but have already bought the 204 Sharpmak...

I store my Spyderco Knives in the Spyderco pouches (refer to Catalog ) available with 16 or 32 poickets with view window. I prefer the small size, 16 pouches as they are easier to handle and store. 32 knives in a pouch is very heavy also. Storage of the pouches are in dresser drawers and a Gun Safe....

yES to your questions. I have all 3 models and the Native I with S30V steel is my favorite and is one of my choices for EDC. S30V is my favorite steel because it holds the edge the longest. my edge type choica is the combo edge because it handles all my cutting chores, :)
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Combination Edge works best for my needs. However I use PE and SE Spyderco knives also. Depends on the model and initial release model. :)
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A good article that I saved on Serrated edges : this should help your knowledge update Who better to reference when it comes to discuss serrations than Mr. Sal Glesser. Listed below is a copy of an article I saved about modern serrations. Sal – “Our interest in serrations developed during the 1970’s...

My favorite is the Kopa , a new Spyderco, it is a thing of beauty. I would recommend spending more for this knife (about $113 from NewGraham knives). If you start with the bsst small knife you wont need to purchase a Dragonfly or a Cricket until you want to collect more Spydies and your will have on...

I try to rotate my Spydies, my newest favorite is the Kopa, with cocobolo wood inserts, plain edge, VG10, a beautifue functional slmall knife. Other favorites for EDC are the Bob Lum hinese Folder and the Native II, combo edge and CPMSV30 steel. :)
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C05 Standard, ATS-34, blade length 2 7/8", G-10 handle, serrated edge. 1st intro. in 1984, I have only one. A nice knife, if you like Spyderco knives everyone should try to obtain these early models; C01 thru C05. I purchased this model thru SMKW sometime in the late 1990's at a closeout price....

Sal I think Spyderco makes great knives and have always been impressed with your philosophy of running your company. I think knives have to be used to be appreciated. All of my Spyderco's are used and become EDC for some time, my favorites are used more often, the only model I have not carried is th...

Sunday, with suit wear for me is the "Toad" a D'Alton Holder design for Spyderco, model.C57S. A real neat little knife. :)
1 1/2" blade, AUS8, alum. handle.
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Response to Swede; Yes, all my Spyderco Collectors, as I did not connect with a local dealer. Do any Spyderco Collectors use New Graham as their dealer for Collector models??

Ronin, one of my favorite fixed blades. Also makes a great slicer in the kitchen. Must not have been a big seller as they are available at a discontinued price of $79.95 at SFO. Thats a bargain! :) :)
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Yes, Merlo's Cutlery in Santa Maria, CA I met the owner many years ago to discuss obtaining my Collector Spyderco knives thru them as my dealer. The man was rude and did not want to discuss a deal as I would be purchasing knives costing hundreds of dollars/year. Spyderco Collectors have to take 1 ea...

Yes, I try to attend one day every year and talk to my favorites. Bob Lum is my hero. I really like his designs. I don't know how expensive it is for a custom, but I would like to get a Lum custom "bird & triout knife" for my Grandson, Cody. He lives with us his Grandparents. Solvang i...