Spyderco Story (The Book) WOW!
Spyderco Story (The Book) WOW!
I have been a knife collector for over 30 years but just recently started collection Spyderco knives and posting to this forum. Today, a book I ordered called The Spyderco Story arrived in the mail. After opening this book up I just could not put it down. It is a fantastic book that describes the company from the begining and the thought that goes into each knife it has produced. I've only gotten part of the way through this book so I can't give a write up on the book. What I've seen so far makes me want to collect all of their knives. This is one fantastic book and deserves to be on the bookself of all the spyderco collectors out there.
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Rger No. 1
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An excellent book- informative, interesting and easy to read. It gives the history of many of the knives which provides a different perspective from the forum which looks forward , and of course at the present, for the most part.
Toward the back of the book, you will find Sal's inspirational leaders: Honda (learning from mistakes), Chapman of Lotus motor car (build lightness in), Deming (continuous improvement), and Disney. You will also learn of Sal's committment to total quality improvement principles; hiring practices; employee induction, promotion, retention and overall evaluation philosophy; and the impressive Spyderco organizational climate devoted to product improvement, invention, identification of future customer demands, and exceeding customer expectations.
Most importantly, this is a knife book. It explains different designs, metals, handle materials, locking devices. The purpose of a particular knife is related to its design and materials. Many of the people associated with Sal in the "designer" knives are highlighted along with crisp pictures of their knives.
There are also some really neat old ads in the book.
Finally, read the section on the "ideal machine" and find which Spyderco comes closest to the ideal machine.
Although I read the book over the Christmas period, I find myself referring back to it constantly as a refresher and as a quick reference guide to certain knives.
As you can tell, I really recommend the book to my fellow Forum friends. It's great reading and hels us almost grasp this indefinable, yet elusive, Spyderco mystique.
You can buy the book directly from Spyderco but I bought mine from Amazon.com at considerable savings. Let's hear if anyone who got it for less so we can save our Forum friends a couple of bucks to be applied toward the new Salsa or Lil Temperence.
Rger No. 1
Toward the back of the book, you will find Sal's inspirational leaders: Honda (learning from mistakes), Chapman of Lotus motor car (build lightness in), Deming (continuous improvement), and Disney. You will also learn of Sal's committment to total quality improvement principles; hiring practices; employee induction, promotion, retention and overall evaluation philosophy; and the impressive Spyderco organizational climate devoted to product improvement, invention, identification of future customer demands, and exceeding customer expectations.
Most importantly, this is a knife book. It explains different designs, metals, handle materials, locking devices. The purpose of a particular knife is related to its design and materials. Many of the people associated with Sal in the "designer" knives are highlighted along with crisp pictures of their knives.
There are also some really neat old ads in the book.
Finally, read the section on the "ideal machine" and find which Spyderco comes closest to the ideal machine.
Although I read the book over the Christmas period, I find myself referring back to it constantly as a refresher and as a quick reference guide to certain knives.
As you can tell, I really recommend the book to my fellow Forum friends. It's great reading and hels us almost grasp this indefinable, yet elusive, Spyderco mystique.
You can buy the book directly from Spyderco but I bought mine from Amazon.com at considerable savings. Let's hear if anyone who got it for less so we can save our Forum friends a couple of bucks to be applied toward the new Salsa or Lil Temperence.
Rger No. 1
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Joyce Laituri
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Joyce Laituri
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Joyce, who cares about a picture of Sal in the book (I already know what he looks like from the Sharpmaker video)--Just tell us if YOUR picture is in the book! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
I can't figure out why I'm willing to spend $$$ for a knife but not a cent for the book. Do the books come in Ti cover and plain edged pages? Serial numbered? Pocket clip? Hmm, maybe that's why (i.e., not enough options). I guess when the day comes that I have more than enough knives that I really need I'll finally buy the book.
I can't figure out why I'm willing to spend $$$ for a knife but not a cent for the book. Do the books come in Ti cover and plain edged pages? Serial numbered? Pocket clip? Hmm, maybe that's why (i.e., not enough options). I guess when the day comes that I have more than enough knives that I really need I'll finally buy the book.
Ah, mind refresher. I finished the book and I will re-read the technical part after my brain cramp heals. <img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> It's an awesome book! I especially like how it explains the company's philosophy and, of course, the story behind many knives. Welcome to the forum, all newcomers! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
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