Spyderco Amsterdam Meet 2007 Report

[Mr Blonde]

This years’ meet was –in a nutshell- bigger than ever. At least, that’s how it seemed to me. I saw a lot of new faces and the prototypes and concept models seem to increase in number every year. I barely had enough memory with me to shoot everything. Note to self: don’t assume that 1GB will be enough! I had an amazing time, meeting old friends again and shooting every prototype I could get my hands on.


Sal, Eric and Ed getting ready….



Sal during his presentation



Ed explaining the ins and outs of the International Cutting Competions.

>>>All pics can now also be found here<<

[Mr Blonde]

On to the knives! The knives were shot at the end of the show, so you might see some smudges and fingerprints on some of the models. I think I’ll bring some windex and wiping cloths next time ;-)

First up are some familiars.





The Delica 4 Waved Trainer, I really liked seeing this one. Apparently the Law enforcement & training community asked for this model often enough to make it to production.


Naturally, the Waved Endura 4 Trainer was not forgotten.

[Mr Blonde]

The Etched Cricket, as well as the other etched models, were quite fetching. The etching does improve the grip quite a bit. It does take away from the smooth look of plain SS, but I’m sure I’ll add one of these to my collection.






The Etched Dragonfly, I kind of wished they included a set of extra clipscrew holes on the other side, so a lefty could enjoy it more. I think a set of extra holes wouldn't look too distracting among the etching.







The Etched Spin. Before this knife was too small for me to open fluently, with the etched surface I can get a much better grip on it for opening.

[Mr Blonde]

The Kopas were on display as well. The Black Quince Kopa started to grow on me, the black hides some nice shades of a few lighter colors.








The Jigged Bone Kopa had a nice 3D handle effect, should make a nice EDC for those who love jigged bone.





The Abalone Kopa, I checked the inlay for gaps or something between the inlays…no chance…smooth as steel.

[Mr Blonde]

The Bifold was present as well. A lovely little knife and a very addictive piece of engineering. I can picture myself flicking that thing open and closed all evening. Many fellow attendees commented on how the Bifold was on their lists as well. It’s completely injection molded.

[Mr Blonde]

On to the more anticipated stuff! :D

The Caly III with CF handle and ZDP 189 steel blade. A cool knife for sure, though I’m partial to the glossy finish on CF. The finish is now more dull, sort of a stonewash finish for CF handles. A smooth surface with a dull color. It’s intended to be a user, so this finish helps in that respect.

[Mr Blonde]

The Stretch II, again with CF handles and ZDP 189 blade. I liked this one better than the ZDP Caly III. It’s quite a different knife in feel, compared to the original Stretch. This one’s alittle thicker and the texture is smooth and tactile at the same time. The fit and finish was excellent, the lock was nice and tight. I liked this one a lot.

[Mr Blonde]

The Waved Rescue, I like this handle color very denim like.

[bh49]

Thank you very much for report and pictures.
Kopas looks much better than on flier. Great job.

[Mr Blonde]

I’ll leave off for now with…..JD are you getting this? The Superhawk! It lives! CF cales (like on the CF Military) and compression lock, and a heck of a big hawkbill blade! It seemed even bigger than the Spyderhawk.









The handle on the Superhawk was really great, it fit my hand and it was very smooth too. In this respect it reminded me of the Persian.


A big thank you to Sal, Gail, Eric, Ed and Jurphaas for making it all happen again. This was the best one yet! I got more pics and stories, but they both need sorting out.

Wouter

[Peter1960]

Your pictures make it easier for me to sleep well this night, Wouter! :D

The Stretch 2 is my favorite and needless to say - I want them all :p

[LJK]

Whow! I'm loving that Stretch 2. Thanks for posting all those great pic's

[eastr]

GREAT PICS !!!!!!!! thanks a bunch for putting your time in to let us all see the weath of new breeds. THANKS eastr

[KamSingh]

Great pics!

Thanks!
Kam

[The Deacon]

Thanks for the photos Wouter. Sounds like you folks had a great time. Looking forward to seeing the D'fly in person. Am betting STR can solve the incorrect clip placement issue. :D Looking forward to the Waved Rescue too.

[spyken]

great pics. I hope Sal will change the steel in the Caly 3 to full ZDP, and not the laminated ZDP. There's a difference.

Any pics of the ZDP Endura or ZDP Lum chinese?

[The General]

I am going to have to get one of those Superhawks! :D

[redhawk44p]

Those pics are GREAT! Thanks.

[Crafft]

Nice pics and report Wouter, Thanks!

btw: what kind of camera did you use??

[ruxton]

I'm gonna have to get a superhawk now... :eek: :D