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by Diamondback
Wed Apr 18, 2018 5:32 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military and PM2 exclusives
Replies: 7
Views: 1007

Re: Military and PM2 exclusives

Congratulations on your new exclusives! Coincidentally, my 204p Military arrived today, as well. Right now, it has to one of the "best buys" in that model selection. VERY well put together. If you are in the market for Military, this one is a "no brainer."
by Diamondback
Wed Apr 18, 2018 5:18 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: LC200N Caribbean
Replies: 237
Views: 59301

Re: LC200N Caribbean

Thanks for the update. Stuff happens; every problem leads to new solutions and the advancement of new knowledge. If it's not one thing it's another...we learn to accept and often like it that way. :spyder:
by Diamondback
Fri Apr 13, 2018 11:36 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How do you store your knives?
Replies: 67
Views: 12729

Re: How do you store your knives?

http://i.imgur.com/SYvXnor.jpg This is what I use. It's inexpensive and easy to store in my gun safe when I'm away. Believe it or not there's 32 knives in that box. I'm getting ready to buy another one because I have enough additiinal knives to fill it. ...is that the Plano Guide Series Two-Tiered ...
by Diamondback
Tue Apr 10, 2018 10:21 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: If you had to pick just one?
Replies: 181
Views: 24561

Re: If you had to pick just one?

FFG Endura or maybe the Sage 2.
by Diamondback
Sun Apr 08, 2018 10:20 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: PM2 to PM3, happy?
Replies: 36
Views: 9940

Re: PM2 to PM3, happy?

Daveho wrote:
Sun Apr 08, 2018 7:33 pm
I’ll just say that I think the clip thing is blown way out of proportion, love the factory clip myself.
...I'll add my voice to the chorus of those who think the clip on the PM 3 is not a big issue. I am aware, however, "mileage varies".
by Diamondback
Sat Apr 07, 2018 11:49 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Native 5 s90v vs Native 5 s110v vs Sage 5
Replies: 20
Views: 6452

Re: Native 5 s90v vs Native 5 s110v vs Sage 5

Hi mashume !...welcome to the Forums. In my opinion you "have your eye" on three of Spyderco's nicest mid-size folders. ALL have the same blade length. ALL will carry about the same, and ALL will handle your every day cutting tasks with ease. If a backlock appeals to you one of the Natives...
by Diamondback
Fri Apr 06, 2018 9:16 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Any new Millitaries coming down the pike in 2018?
Replies: 35
Views: 5926

Re: Any new Millitaries coming down the pike in 2018?

WireEdge Roger wrote:
Fri Apr 06, 2018 9:45 am
I keep hoping for a Military in CPM-154, RWL34 or even AEBL
....THIS !!
by Diamondback
Thu Apr 05, 2018 6:18 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: A Couple of Millie Exclusives
Replies: 19
Views: 2686

Re: A Couple of Millie Exclusives

Congratulations ! VERY nice. If I didn't already have a Military I would look closely at getting one of those. I have a CMP-D2 Millie, and frankly it doesn't get used very much....not that I don't like it, or think the design and execution arn't great. I guess I just end up reaching for something el...
by Diamondback
Mon Apr 02, 2018 10:10 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Para 3
Replies: 22
Views: 3866

Re: Para 3

I just received the "plain vanilla" Para 3 in S30V. I like it a lot; maybe better than the Sage or Native; I didn't expect that to be the case. Even the clip doesn't bug me, but I tend not to clip my carry folder to my pocket. I just reach in and pull my knife out by the lanyard. I'll try ...
by Diamondback
Mon Apr 02, 2018 10:02 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Endura and Rust: Your feedback please.
Replies: 26
Views: 4061

Re: Endura and Rust: Your feedback please.

I've always found VG-10 to be remarkably rust resistant. I've gone swimming many times in fresh water with a Delica in the pocket of my trunks with no ill effects. I once dropped an Endura outside in a pile of leaves one September, and found it the following Spring; except for some surface rust whic...
by Diamondback
Fri Mar 30, 2018 3:08 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Do you think the delica is still relevant?
Replies: 89
Views: 15199

Re: Do you think the delica is still relevant?

Benchmade had added G-10 variations to regular production Griptilians....I'd like to see Spyderco put some G-10 on the Delica and Endura and make them a regular catalogue item.
by Diamondback
Wed Mar 28, 2018 6:10 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Para Military 2, Spyderco’s “Sweet Spot”
Replies: 33
Views: 5100

Re: Para Military 2, Spyderco’s “Sweet Spot”

Of course I won’t exactly stop. I plan to get a few more Spydercos eventually just because they are cool and I think some would speak to me as well in different ways. I’m following the Sliverax discussion so .... I’m not a collector but passing on a few quality knives to my kids would be a good thi...
by Diamondback
Wed Mar 28, 2018 5:42 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Para 3 Carbon Fiber CPM S90V
Replies: 15
Views: 4501

Re: Para 3 Carbon Fiber CPM S90V

These look VERY nice !....are they sprints? I just checked out the price, and well, this is one I'd need to save for.
by Diamondback
Sun Mar 25, 2018 3:09 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Blade Steels..... Does It Really Matter?
Replies: 43
Views: 7660

Re: Blade Steels..... Does It Really Matter?

clovehitch wrote:
Sun Mar 25, 2018 3:00 am
It all depends on use. Cutting marine grade rope, that 8cr13mov will get about 1/3 of the way through 4" rope and be completely blunted/stop cutting completely.

But my byrd rescue 2 on the other hand (serrated)....
...agreed; blade grind and blade geometry. :)
by Diamondback
Sun Mar 25, 2018 2:37 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Blade Steels..... Does It Really Matter?
Replies: 43
Views: 7660

Re: Blade Steels..... Does It Really Matter?

To be very honest, blade grind and geometry matter more to me than blade steel. In the mid 1980's I bought a Spyderco G-2 Endura and used it HARD every day at work six days a week. Typically I would just sharpen it on my day off, and it would be good to go for another week. At work, I was cutting......
by Diamondback
Sun Mar 25, 2018 2:19 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Blade Magazine knife show Spyderco name tag
Replies: 68
Views: 13185

Re: Blade Magazine knife show Spyderco name tag

I was thinking about making a "screen name" name tag for the Blade magazine show. My thought are listed below, but I'm open. A stainless bug about 1" in diameter with your screen name engraved in bold. On a cord to be worn around the neck during the show? Maybe with a date? This has ...
by Diamondback
Thu Mar 22, 2018 12:46 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Groomsmen Gift
Replies: 6
Views: 1373

Re: Groomsmen Gift

Yes...first of all congratulations. Second, the Byrd Medowlark is a great little knife..and is very useful and would be very much appreciated. I wouldn't go into debt or spend over your limit. Truly...its the thought that counts, and an engraved Medowlark is a VERY thoughtful gift. I recently purcha...
by Diamondback
Wed Mar 21, 2018 11:17 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Gift Knife for Brother: your opinions wanted
Replies: 43
Views: 5691

Re: Gift Knife for Brother: your opinions wanted

Tenacious ...if your brother doesn't have much skill at sharpening probably the Tenacious, Raven 2, or perhaps the Polestar would be a good place to start. All very affordable, easy to sharpen, and reliable peformers. As well, the delica and endura are worth consideration. It's very nice of you to ...
by Diamondback
Wed Mar 21, 2018 10:49 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Introduction with the Manix 2 Backlock
Replies: 51
Views: 13853

Re: Introduction with the Manix 2 Backlock

Thanks for the update. I will reiterate that this is my favorite knife that Spyderco makes. I'm with you on that. I bought one several weeks ago and can confirm that all the positive comments and observations reported are very accurate. It's notably well made, and impressively "stout". On...
by Diamondback
Thu Mar 15, 2018 1:11 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Look What I Received In The Mail A Couple Days Ago...
Replies: 16
Views: 2798

Re: Look What I Received In The Mail A Couple Days Ago...

Nitpick Items... -I mentioned above that the coating is “nearly” flawless because there are two areas where the tang meets the stop pin, and the black coating is already starting to wear in these areas. But I wouldn’t assume there is anything that can be done to avoid this, so no biggie at all. ......