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by gadfly
Mon Jun 04, 2001 5:49 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: I need the forum's opinion!
Replies: 10
Views: 2120

Functionally, I find the G-10 Handle material to be the lightest and the most comfotable. The S/S on my Mariner is useful when you want to tap in a nail that is sticking up (I got this from my friend Vito). By far, the beauty of the Carbon Fiber causes me to buy duplicates of knives I already own. T...
by gadfly
Thu May 31, 2001 3:15 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Global forum
Replies: 86
Views: 15602

While I have lived in Bala Cynwyd, PA for many years, I've also done some traveling. I've grew up in Brooklyn, NY and lived in Boston, MA; Washington DC; Montreal Canada; Boulder, CO; Wichita Falls, TX; Great Falls, MT and Tokyo, Japan. I've also traveled extensivly in Southern Califoria; Paris, Fra...
by gadfly
Wed May 30, 2001 6:35 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Question about the Military
Replies: 25
Views: 4329

The Military is an extremely lightweight, but large knife. It is also the right tool for any number of situations. This is my first preference for carry, but not for all situations. The Mil wouldn't be my choice at a wine and cheese party and definately not as a carry-on while at most airports. The ...
by gadfly
Tue May 08, 2001 4:52 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Culling time - need opinions
Replies: 63
Views: 10125

The two things I would surely get rid of are the jewelry pieces: #50 - Police Model Necklace #51 - Police Model Tie Clip Spydie Knives are great tools - it's what you do best. I hate voting against any Spdie's, but I'll give you a couple: #1 - Police Stainless (G-10 is better) #29 - Calypso Jr Stain...
by gadfly
Sun May 06, 2001 7:52 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Just another idea
Replies: 54
Views: 6553

While the best looking Spydie is my Stamate, I think it would be difficult to make in Damascus steel. With production in mind, my vote is for the Military. I haven't seen it, but the dinosaur bone scales sounds like a great idea for a limiled production knife. One way or the other, you pay for your ...
by gadfly
Fri Apr 13, 2001 12:34 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What fixed blades do you use???
Replies: 27
Views: 4212

Like TEXinEX, I love the Puma Hunter's Pal. I purchased it 35 years ago for whitetail deer hunting chores in New York State, but found the size quite suitable for mulies when I lived in Montana. I have several Spydies and am thrilled with each one depending on task, but as a pure hunter, the Puma wi...
by gadfly
Sat Apr 07, 2001 11:27 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How good is the Military ?????
Replies: 15
Views: 2691

I stand corrected, the Military is listed at 4"/102mm. However, 102 mm is just enough over 4" too be severely hasseled in NJ and if I'm not mistaken, Colorado as well.

Sal, let me know about Colorado.
by gadfly
Sat Apr 07, 2001 9:12 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How good is the Military ?????
Replies: 15
Views: 2691

I apologize for the blank space and the second send. There is a problem with the Forum software.

By the way, the scale material that I love for a woking knife is G-10.
by gadfly
Sat Apr 07, 2001 8:55 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How good is the Military ?????
Replies: 15
Views: 2691

I love my spydie edged Military. It feels "right". I love the look. It's just downright handy. While shaving is out, this guy aggressively cuts what needs to cut (Not only that, but my wife loves my beard). My only concern is its' 4 1/8" length prevents me from being able to legally c...
by gadfly
Sat Apr 07, 2001 8:55 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How good is the Military ?????
Replies: 15
Views: 2691

I love my spydie edged Military. It feels "right". I love the look. It's just downright handy. While shaving is out, this guy aggressively cuts what needs to cut (Not only that, but my wife loves my beard). My only concern is its' 4 1/8" length prevents me from being able to legally c...
by gadfly
Sat Apr 07, 2001 12:00 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Problem with the Forum Software
Replies: 2
Views: 1112

Problem with the Forum Software

When I replied to a Forum topic, I received an error message indicating that there was a problem with one of the fields and gave me a button to go back and fix the "problem". After this occured the second tme, I bailed, but both replies where actually sent and the message field contained a...
by gadfly
Sun Mar 25, 2001 12:09 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Just added another Spydie to my collection...
Replies: 10
Views: 1670

Thank you Springer.

Knife Center did have three left (now two). They were prompt and I'm thrilled with my new acquisition.

One way or the other, you pay for your tools!
by gadfly
Fri Mar 23, 2001 1:00 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Going to Quebec and Need to Know the Laws
Replies: 1
Views: 1029

Going to Quebec and Need to Know the Laws

In a couple of weeks, I will be vacationing in Quebec and need to know the laws regarding knife possession. I'm going by car and plan to carry my Spydie Wrench.



Is this likely to cause me any problems or grief? Let me know!



Thanks.



One way or the other, you pay for your tools!
by gadfly
Tue Mar 20, 2001 6:00 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What knife??????
Replies: 9
Views: 1578

The Starmate is a beautiful knife and that is reason enough to get one! I generally carry my Military as it is lighter, but for serious tactical work, the Civilian might be the winner. Properly used, the Civilian can be used to control an attacker. Be aware that you're in for a heap of trouble anyti...
by gadfly
Thu Mar 15, 2001 6:30 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: mini Mill
Replies: 24
Views: 4449

I have the full size Military and love it, but I can't cary it every where I go. New Jersey has a max limit of 4" and something slightly smaller than that would be appreciated. Please put me down on the list for a right handed serrated version of the Military Jr. One way or the other, you pay f...
by gadfly
Thu Mar 15, 2001 12:52 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Just added another Spydie to my collection...
Replies: 10
Views: 1670

My friend Vito convinced me that I want a Mariner (with the stainless steel scales), but I can't find any in a right hand version - Country knives had a left hand version). Any help out there?

One way or the other, you pay for your tools!
by gadfly
Fri Feb 23, 2001 1:02 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderwrench-An easy Modification
Replies: 5
Views: 1418

I like the idea of markings, but what I could use would be the correct size (in sixteenths or metric) of the bolt head, e.g., the 8th and 9th marks would be 1/2" and 9/16" bolt sizes respectively.