Does Spyderco have ANY Tantos in the works?

[HotSoup]

Just curious.
Someone brought up the Tanto Ladybug idea, and it got be thinking, apart from the Lum Tanto (folder and fixed, both GORGEOUS knives) Spyderco hasn't produced any other models.

Of course, I absolutely understand the consequences of such a blade shape and how its applications are limited, and not completely suited to utility tasks. I personally prefer traditional clip point blades to the sharp up-sweep of 'tantos', but I do appreciate a tanto blade when its done well.

I'd kill to get my hands on either of those Lums, but they are just way out of my price range.

I was wondering if we'd ever see another Tanto Spydie?? :D

[FLYBYU44]

I'd love it if they did the fixed Lum Tanto again, with a nice kydex sheath and G-clip, I'd EDC it.

[HotSoup]

I'd love it if they did the fixed Lum Tanto again, with a nice kydex sheath and G-clip, I'd EDC it.

**** yeah that would be sweet. As long as they kept Black Micarta :D The 'change' could be an upgrade in blade steel from Aus-8 to VG-10.

I'm in the process of joining the Canadian Forces (wish me luck!), so theres already the Warrior on my 'to buy' list as a knife I'd carry while deployed. A Spydie Tanto fixy would be a great thing to have as well.

[spyderHS08]

TANTO FOLDERS ARE THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!

any style tanto folder would be great. I was never able to get a lum tanto (I guess I have had plenty of chances but for those prices theyre going for I grabbed a strider instead lol)
But please spyderco, bring some kind of tanto to the table for us! the other brands are killin it with them! i know theyll sell!!! :spyder: :spyder:

[gbelleh]

I've also been dreaming of a Lum Tanto sprint! Folder or fixed (or both)!

[HotSoup]

What really caught my eye was the Tanto folder with the Black blade and Black G-10.
One of Spyderco's coolest knives IMO.

There are plenty of other tantos on the market (I personally own an XL Voyager buy CS, love it) but NONE have a Spyder-hole, and I don't trust any other deployment method more than the Spyder-hole. (Well the Emerson Wave works pretty **** well :D )

[tanrichguy]

IIRC there was a "bring back the Lum tanto folder" or some such thread a while back where Sal posted that they were considering it. I think most here would agree that it is a great blade and would love to see it updated and re-released.

And now for the requisite line:

COME ON SAL! make it happen

[HotSoup]

I remember that thread, but at the time, didn't read it. I only 'discovered' the Lum Tantos recently for myself.

I think sometimes Sal must just get so frustrated with us begging for SO MANY knives to be produced. I definitely wouldn't be upset if he came out and just said NO!!!!! lol

I'm hoping for a re-release though :p or at least a new 'Tanto'.

[toomzz]

Hmm, bought the ti-ATS55 (IIRC) Lum tanto years ago, but sold it about two years ago. I did not like the sharp phillips-screws in the scales. However, I regret selling the knife (...not my first regret selling a Spydie... )

Yes, another tanto-folder in ZDP189 (with a fine sharp edge like the stretch) with a similar 'bushido'-etching like the dragonfly Tattoo on the heft would be nice. Preferable not with an american chisel tanto-point but in shobu-zukuri blade-style in Police-3 size. Perhaps a little hamon with spydies in it and a full scandi-grind... :D

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[bh49]

I would love to see Sprint fixed Lum Tanto. All the same just change blade steel to VG10

[MENTAL]

I found a couple of NIB folding Lum Tantos this weekend. Should i have bought 'em. I haven't been looking for a tanto in years, but they do look pretty cool black on black with a Spydie hole and all.

[StangBang]

Not to big on the fixed tanto here, but I know I would love to get a Tanto Folder :) I must admit my favorite knives are Tantos... lol

I would love an all black Spydie Tanto :)

[HotSoup]

I'm thinking, S30V (Vg-10 would be just fine really), 4 inch blade, thicker blade stock, kinda like the Chinook, compression lock (??). Perhaps a Super-Tanto? The handle wouldn't really look right though...

Ti-frame would be nice, but, I consider a tanto-blade an SD knife, and Ti doesn't make the best material for grip...

I think Sal and crew need to embark on a mission to create a tanto folder that outclasses all others :D

[Jay_Ev]

There is another company making a Lum Tanto at this time. We're working on a larger version and a smaller version of the Lum Chinese folder.

Perhaps when the other company stops making their veresion of the Lum Tanto, we bring out a run of the earlier Spyderco version?

sal

from this thread

[HotSoup]

The 'other' company's version doesn't entice me. Nor does the price...

I guess I'll have to wait!

[The General]

The 'other' company's version doesn't entice me. Nor does the price...

I guess I'll have to wait!

100% agree

[gbelleh]

I couldn't wait around for everyone else to stop making tantos to get a really great one.

So I finally bought one last week. Love that tip!

I'm almost considering getting the whole blade convex ground. :D

[v8r]

I have a Ti Lum tanto that I have owned and used since 98'. I have to admit it is not really the greatest design for utility or general use. Believe me mine is used looking if you know what I mean. If they do decide to do one I hope it is a little more utility oriented than just pretty. I also hope it is a comp lock or back lock.

[HotSoup]

I have a Ti Lum tanto that I have owned and used since 98'. I have to admit it is not really the greatest design for utility or general use. Believe me mine is used looking if you know what I mean. If they do decide to do one I hope it is a little more utility oriented than just pretty. I also hope it is a comp lock or back lock.

I agree about the lock. A tanto is a weapon. I don't think its oriented at all for utility. A back lock or comp lock would be better suited, IMO. I'd still like a Lum though.

[sal]

We have a Lum folding Tanto sprint in-the-works.

sal