I think the Shaman would be a great candidate for "fixed-blade-ification." I'd probably delete the front finger choil, and just move the index finger groove forward. The way I imagine it the overall profile would look similar to a Creely Mako, but with a longer blade.
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bearfacedkiller wrote: ↑Sun Sep 22, 2019 6:23 amThe Proficient is similar in some ways and it is ergonomic perfection. The most comfortable knife handle I have ever held.
I started a thread a while back asking for a more affordable Proficient. Maybe Cruwear and Micarta? Maybe G10 and XHP?
I agree with Darby. The Proficient handle is indeed very special with many years f refinement to get there. I snagged 10 of them to use as special gifts in the future.
I can look into a lower cost model?
sal
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The Proficient is a Spyderco fixed blade I'm interested in. It is very classic looking while also distinctly Spyderco. If you could make it sub $200 and keep it flat grind, I would buy it. Would even write a promissory note so you hold me to it. No worries on the steel but non-stainless preferred.sal wrote: ↑Mon Sep 23, 2019 9:04 pmbearfacedkiller wrote: ↑Sun Sep 22, 2019 6:23 amThe Proficient is similar in some ways and it is ergonomic perfection. The most comfortable knife handle I have ever held.
I started a thread a while back asking for a more affordable Proficient. Maybe Cruwear and Micarta? Maybe G10 and XHP?
I agree with Darby. The Proficient handle is indeed very special with many years f refinement to get there. I snagged 10 of them to use as special gifts in the future.
I can look into a lower cost model?
sal
I'm just not that interested in a $200+ fixed blade that isn't custom, even if the Proficient as it is performs better than many $200-$300 customs. I will say, I've ogled it many times.
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Re: SHAMAN FIXED BLADE
I second all this. A tough steel, g10 or micarta scales, under $200 (under $150 even better) and this would be on my wish list.knivesandbooks wrote: ↑Mon Sep 23, 2019 9:15 pmThe Proficient is a Spyderco fixed blade I'm interested in. It is very classic looking while also distinctly Spyderco. If you could make it sub $200 and keep it flat grind, I would buy it. Would even write a promissory note so you hold me to it. No worries on the steel but non-stainless preferred unless LC200n.sal wrote: ↑Mon Sep 23, 2019 9:04 pmbearfacedkiller wrote: ↑Sun Sep 22, 2019 6:23 amThe Proficient is similar in some ways and it is ergonomic perfection. The most comfortable knife handle I have ever held.
I started a thread a while back asking for a more affordable Proficient. Maybe Cruwear and Micarta? Maybe G10 and XHP?
I agree with Darby. The Proficient handle is indeed very special with many years f refinement to get there. I snagged 10 of them to use as special gifts in the future.
I can look into a lower cost model?
sal
I'm just not that interested in a $200+ fixed blade that isn't custom, even if the Proficient as it is performs better than many $200-$300 customs. I will say, I've ogled it many times.
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Re: SHAMAN FIXED BLADE
That sounds nice. One thing that I don't like about Proficient apart from the really high price is the S90V . I don't think it is the best choice for the task.
But make it in AEB-L and Mucarta.....Keep the cost down....
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Re: SHAMAN FIXED BLADE
Definitely interested in this!sal wrote: ↑Mon Sep 23, 2019 9:04 pmbearfacedkiller wrote: ↑Sun Sep 22, 2019 6:23 amThe Proficient is similar in some ways and it is ergonomic perfection. The most comfortable knife handle I have ever held.
I started a thread a while back asking for a more affordable Proficient. Maybe Cruwear and Micarta? Maybe G10 and XHP?
I agree with Darby. The Proficient handle is indeed very special with many years f refinement to get there. I snagged 10 of them to use as special gifts in the future.
I can look into a lower cost model?
sal
EDC Rotation: PITS, Damasteel Urban, Shaman, Ikuchi, Amalgam, CruCarta Shaman, Sage 5 LW, Serrated Caribbean Sheepsfoot CQI, XHP Shaman, M4/Micarta Shaman, 15v Shaman
Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!
Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!