What Spyderco is in your pocket today??

[vivi]

Is that a diff steel than normal, too?
lonerider

It's M4 which is why is has that cloudy patina. Nice lookin Para 3!

[Pelagic]

Last night of work. Time for a week off, this combo gets a break. New EDC tomorrow

[vivi]

Last night of work. Time for a week off, this combo gets a break. New EDC tomorrow

Those Dexter Russel paring knives have been in every kitchen I've worked in. Brings back memories.

[Pelagic]

Last night of work. Time for a week off, this combo gets a break. New EDC tomorrow

Those Dexter Russel paring knives have been in every kitchen I've worked in. Brings back memories.

I had previously only used the big Dexter's. This little guy is extremely thin and works like a charm on rope.

[Holland]

[Wartstein]

And todays winner is... :D

[bearrowland]

My Autonomy again. I've been spending a lot of time at work, and the Autonomy is my work knife.

[Woodpuppy]

Very nice @woodpuppy! I'm loving the subtle features.

Thanks!

Is that a diff steel than normal, too?
lonerider

That’s my BHQ jade/M4 dealer exclusive. I swapped out the “jade” scales for a set of oem black g10 scales from bladeswelove on eBay and the lanyard tube is blue ti from another seller on eBay. It sports a Lynch clip too. My go-to user para3, when I’m not test driving something new and shiny :D

[The Meat man]

Been carrying them both ever since they were released.

[VashHash]

[TkoK83Spy]

Time to test out that new edge!

[bearrowland]

Great pics!

[Pelagic]

This knife is an absolute GAME CHANGER. I am amazed. Without a doubt, my favorite knife (possibly of ALL TIME) already. I'm running on 2 hours of sleep but I doubt I'll regret those statements. I am overly pleased with the ergonomics, the blade shape, the sheer weight of the model (I am one of those weirdos that appreciate weight for harder use folders). I had high expectations for the Shaman. I expected it to probably meet said expectations, but they have been exceeded. I don't know if tip down or tip down will have better ergos, but tip up is already good enough. This knife, for better or worse, is going to make me sell some knives. My brand new Chief and titanium military are likely gone so I can get more Shamans. I like the thick blade stock combined with the tall grind to preserve cutting ability. Lockup is rock solid. The pivot tightness is perfect, disengage the lock and the blade doesn't move unless you shake it. Action is smooth as expected. This model is definitely more of a tank than I had previously envisioned. Good job Spyderco.

[The Meat man]

That's awesome Pelagic! :cool:

I'm thinking about making the (hopefully) upcoming CPM Cru-Wear/Micarta Shaman my first. Gotta keep saving up.

[Filoso-]

[wrdwrght]

This knife is an absolute GAME CHANGER. I am amazed. Without a doubt, my favorite knife (possibly of ALL TIME) already. I'm running on 2 hours of sleep but I doubt I'll regret those statements. I am overly pleased with the ergonomics, the blade shape, the sheer weight of the model (I am one of those weirdos that appreciate weight for harder use folders). I had high expectations for the Shaman. I expected it to probably meet said expectations, but they have been exceeded. I don't know if tip down or tip down will have better ergos, but tip up is already good enough. This knife, for better or worse, is going to make me sell some knives. My brand new Chief and titanium military are likely gone so I can get more Shamans. I like the thick blade stock combined with the tall grind to preserve cutting ability. Lockup is rock solid. The pivot tightness is perfect, disengage the lock and the blade doesn't move unless you shake it. Action is smooth as expected. This model is definitely more of a tank than I had previously envisioned. Good job Spyderco.

Ha! I was wondering if this thing was gonna hit you like it has.

My third arrived today and is in my pocket.

It ain’t a slicer but stuff sure gets out of its way.

[Enactive]

This knife is an absolute GAME CHANGER. I am amazed. Without a doubt, my favorite knife (possibly of ALL TIME) already. I'm running on 2 hours of sleep but I doubt I'll regret those statements. I am overly pleased with the ergonomics, the blade shape, the sheer weight of the model (I am one of those weirdos that appreciate weight for harder use folders). I had high expectations for the Shaman. I expected it to probably meet said expectations, but they have been exceeded. I don't know if tip down or tip down will have better ergos, but tip up is already good enough. This knife, for better or worse, is going to make me sell some knives. My brand new Chief and titanium military are likely gone so I can get more Shamans. I like the thick blade stock combined with the tall grind to preserve cutting ability. Lockup is rock solid. The pivot tightness is perfect, disengage the lock and the blade doesn't move unless you shake it. Action is smooth as expected. This model is definitely more of a tank than I had previously envisioned. Good job Spyderco.

Yeah, man! Glad you finally got one. I think that you of just about any of the regulars around here needs the Shaman. It is such a great knife. I am super eager for the next sprints and exclusives. The Crucarta variant is driving me a little bonkers with anticipation.

I'll be curious if you end up putting a bigger washer on the non-lock side of the pivot, as i've heard you suggest. I like the idea, but doubt i will actually get around to doing it.

Keep in mind the backlock closing method that we were discussing for when you don't trust a pinch grip (as on a listing boat). I have found myself using that closing method much more lately. Enjoy it and keen to hear reports from the field.

[lonerider1013]

Is that a diff steel than normal, too?
lonerider

It's M4 which is why is has that cloudy patina. Nice lookin Para 3!

Indeed it looks awesome!

Lonerider

[lonerider1013]

This today.

Lonerider

[Mushroom]

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Nice choice! I was carrying my Sage 5 today as well! :D