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by markg
Wed Aug 08, 2018 6:49 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: So, let's chat about the Chinook
Replies: 8
Views: 1380

So, let's chat about the Chinook

I have been a long time Chinook fan. I had a Chinook 2, and 3. Always wanted the Chinook 1. Gotta say I liked the 2 over the 3, even with the added weight.

So, I am looking at getting the Chinook 4, any input people have on it? I know I will get one, just looking to be pushed over the edge.
by markg
Wed Aug 08, 2018 6:46 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: The Tactical Bottle Opener: Spyderco ClipiTool Standard
Replies: 595
Views: 110632

Re: At Last, A Tactical Bottle Opener

I just watched the shot show thing on YouTube and saw this and it kinda got me wondering... are cans with pull tabs and bottles with twist tops not a thing in the US? There seems to be very strong following for bottle/can opening capabilities being a high priority, I clearly don’t get it but I will...
by markg
Sat Aug 04, 2018 7:58 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: The Tactical Bottle Opener: Spyderco ClipiTool Standard
Replies: 595
Views: 110632

Re: At Last, A Tactical Bottle Opener

I just watched the shot show thing on YouTube and saw this and it kinda got me wondering... are cans with pull tabs and bottles with twist tops not a thing in the US? There seems to be very strong following for bottle/can opening capabilities being a high priority, I clearly don’t get it but I will...
by markg
Fri Aug 03, 2018 7:53 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Space Corps knife??
Replies: 127
Views: 22098

Re: Space Corps knife??

What chores and functions might this space knife have to perform? sal I would think the majority of tasks a cutting tool in space would need to accomplish are opening packaging, there maybe a need in an emergency to craft materials into improvised equipment (think Apollo 13). Most if not all the us...
by markg
Thu Aug 02, 2018 8:58 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: FRN Police 4
Replies: 175
Views: 43790

Re: FRN Police 4

No decisions have been made as the FRN tooling is still being made. But my leanings are much like what's been mentioned. The edge junky's like Darby will want K390 & ZDP (as will I). The market will want VG-10 (reliable and affordable) H1 & LC are always a possibility. We'll watch and see w...
by markg
Thu Aug 02, 2018 8:53 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: So will my knives rust?
Replies: 30
Views: 7172

Re: So will my knives rust?

Wiping down the blade like you are doing will help, or one of the products mentioned by others will help also. Keep this in mind however, one issue you might not notice is that rust will form in places you don't see, like around the pivot, so check those places out from time to time or maybe move to...
by markg
Thu Aug 02, 2018 4:08 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Smaller chokwe
Replies: 117
Views: 20834

Re: Smaller chokwe

This was one knife I always considered buying when it was out, but not sure why, I never did. I would be down for a new version.
by markg
Wed Aug 01, 2018 11:43 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Factory Tours?
Replies: 25
Views: 7951

Re: Factory Tours?

Most factory stores are at MSRP or the discount is lower than you would find at most dealers. Under cutting your dealer network is a bad business practice.
by markg
Wed Aug 01, 2018 11:38 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Crazy deals @ Sierra and other places
Replies: 4076
Views: 864372

Re: Crazy deals @ Sierra and other places

Yea, those 20% discounts are sweet... I would expect another one near Labor Day.
by markg
Tue Jul 31, 2018 8:11 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco Opfocus Discount for Military, Retirees and Veterans
Replies: 27
Views: 13243

Re: Spyderco Opfocus Discount for Military, Retirees and Veterans

Heh, you have to watch out for upsizing your order to reach the $150 free shipping threshold! I emerson-waved an item because the extra $5-7 or so saved me $13 in shipping. Also I've never had a wave-opener (but was ok with that). So far I haven't bought a whole extra knife just to save shipping at...
by markg
Sun Jul 29, 2018 9:56 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Serrated Yojimbo 2
Replies: 43
Views: 8143

Re: Serrated Yojimbo 2

Ug I hate this argument. Has anyone heard of a yojimbo being used for SD ever? I’d bet my bottom dollar that the vast majority of the people who bought this relatively popular design did so because they liked the ergos and liked that it was a comp lock wharnie. This thing cuts boxes and tape, not p...
by markg
Sat Jul 28, 2018 9:20 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Serrated Yojimbo 2
Replies: 43
Views: 8143

Re: Serrated Yojimbo 2

Don't think a serrated model would fit into the designer's original vision for the knife.
by markg
Fri Jul 27, 2018 11:12 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: H1 vs. LC200n...Real World Observations
Replies: 63
Views: 28948

Re: H1 vs. LC200n...Real World Observations

How is LC200n doing in rust resistance? I heard it is not as good in that department as H1. To be honest I carry my Salt knives a lot in water but they don't do much cutting. Sort of there for emergency use (tangled in cord or line, or that random swordfish that wants to duel). For me I am willing t...
by markg
Fri Jul 20, 2018 8:55 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Hinderer switchable pivot system
Replies: 24
Views: 5987

Re: Hinderer switchable pivot system

Why? Rick has always liked the tired and true nylon washer, however since the bulk of his products are flippers, many feel a good flipper should have bearings. This lets people do what they want. Also Hinderer fans are used to tinkering with their knives and adding filler tabs, clips, stand off's e...
by markg
Fri Jul 20, 2018 8:43 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Slipjoints rock!
Replies: 59
Views: 11364

Re: Slipjoints rock!

Our grandpa's built nations, went to war, hunted and fished with slipjoints in their pockets. For most cutting chores they are more than adequate. For a martial blade, or some tactical uses they maybe out of their element (but I am sure they were used for those back in the day). When I was a younger...
by markg
Wed Jul 18, 2018 6:32 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Hinderer switchable pivot system
Replies: 24
Views: 5987

Re: Hinderer switchable pivot system

Why? Rick has always liked the tired and true nylon washer, however since the bulk of his products are flippers, many feel a good flipper should have bearings. This lets people do what they want. Also Hinderer fans are used to tinkering with their knives and adding filler tabs, clips, stand off's e...
by markg
Wed Jul 18, 2018 6:27 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: USPK?
Replies: 26
Views: 4583

Re: USPK?

I agree, you are just remaking a FRN Caly Jr.

I would just ask for one of them...
by markg
Sun Jul 15, 2018 7:53 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Your Two Favorite Locks
Replies: 37
Views: 5761

Re: Your Two Favorite Locks

Across the industry I would say Compression, Axis, Tri-Ad...

Spyderco specific I would say Compression and RIL.
by markg
Wed Jul 04, 2018 9:38 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: MAP illegal?
Replies: 49
Views: 13690

Re: MAP illegal?

If you follow or buy other brands you will know that Spyderco is pretty much one of the last companies to move to MAP. I remember the days when you could buy knives on eBay for pennies above wholesale. I admit, it was fun. Some guy would open a wholesale account and sell out of his basement, simply ...