Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Anything that can replace Chaparral?
So, I just lost my favorite EDC knife, Chaparral in FRN. My initial though was to get a new one to replace the lost one. But, I was not following the knife market for few years, including Spyderco's and I am always up-to trying something new. Is there anything that can realistically replace Chaparral for office type setting EDC? Spydercos preferred but not limited.
What I like about the Chaparral, is pretty much everything, except the lock. But the main attraction was the blade, especially how thin it was. That slicy blade and the gentle curved made it perfect for me. Being not overly long and not looking aggressive makes it perfect for office cafeteria and to handle it around other people.
The day I got it, it permanently replaced dragonfly and delica from the rotation. It would only be replaced in my pocket by PM2 for outdoor type activates.
Any suggestions, or Chaparral is still the best?
P.S. I also like the price point of Chaparral FRN.
What I like about the Chaparral, is pretty much everything, except the lock. But the main attraction was the blade, especially how thin it was. That slicy blade and the gentle curved made it perfect for me. Being not overly long and not looking aggressive makes it perfect for office cafeteria and to handle it around other people.
The day I got it, it permanently replaced dragonfly and delica from the rotation. It would only be replaced in my pocket by PM2 for outdoor type activates.
Any suggestions, or Chaparral is still the best?
P.S. I also like the price point of Chaparral FRN.
Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Mantra 2 is on sale $114
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Seconded... that’s an awesome knife, if you don’t need stainlessness.
Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
I don’t have any experience with the Chap, so it’s hard for me to say if something is “better”. But have you considered getting a different flavor Chap? Like the carbon fiber, raffir noble, or a stepped titanium? I personally favor the looks raffir noble.
Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Stepped ti is pretty amazing and on sale for $200 at knifecenter.
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
My favorite desk jockey knives in no particular order:
Delica
Dragonfly
Chaparral
Native
Li'l Native
Byrd Crow
Delica
Dragonfly
Chaparral
Native
Li'l Native
Byrd Crow
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
The sage 5 lightweight is due out any time now. It strikes me as very similar in blade and handle shape as the chap, just a bit larger overall. And it has a comp lock since you didn't like the chap's back lock.
Have you looked at the para 3 lightweight? There's the standard black/satin s30v model out, and an exclusive coming out next week from DLT with m390 steel.
As others have suggested, there are big sales right now on discontinued models: the lil' temperance, the mantra 2, several variations of the chaparral, the hanan, the kopa...worth a look.
https://www.knifecenter.com/listing/spy ... ance-event
Have you looked at the para 3 lightweight? There's the standard black/satin s30v model out, and an exclusive coming out next week from DLT with m390 steel.
As others have suggested, there are big sales right now on discontinued models: the lil' temperance, the mantra 2, several variations of the chaparral, the hanan, the kopa...worth a look.
https://www.knifecenter.com/listing/spy ... ance-event
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Not as thin as the FRN Chaparral, but the urban is a fantastic office knife (if you can do without a lock).
Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Chaparral is pocket perfection and hard to beat from a practicality standpoint IMO. Dragonfly2 is a little lighter/smaller, and like was already mentioned a Sage would be a good scaled up replacement with a few different locks to pick from. The Sage1 and Chaparral CF are quite a good looking pair, and some of my favorite knives.
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
The Chap is my favorite office knife and will be pretty tough to beat. I'd grab a new one and call it done.
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Another thought: the lil' native. A bit smaller than the chap (about the size of a dragonfly), and available in comp lock or in back lock versions.
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
If the Chaparral already bumped a Delica and DFly from your rotation, then it sounds like you found what works for you.
Caly 3 and Native 5 are a couple of smaller knives, but both are quite a bit bulkier than the Chaparral.
One knife which is very different than the standard :spyder: models, is the Ikuchi. One of my favorites in this office category. Longer blade, but very slim.
Caly 3 and Native 5 are a couple of smaller knives, but both are quite a bit bulkier than the Chaparral.
One knife which is very different than the standard :spyder: models, is the Ikuchi. One of my favorites in this office category. Longer blade, but very slim.
Peter
Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
I don’t think that any Spydie comes close to what the Chaparral is, but then I think the knife is one of Sal’s top 5 designs.
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
I would second the lil native. I have a serrated lil native and it’s a demon of a cutter. Even though the blade stock is a thicker, the grind on the serrations is impressive.
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Thisbbturbodad wrote: ↑Mon Oct 21, 2019 3:19 pmThe Chap is my favorite office knife and will be pretty tough to beat. I'd grab a new one and call it done.
So many knives, so few pockets... :)
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
I slightly prefer the UKPK (or Urban) over the Chaparral as I find that I really don't need a lock when doing any light tasks around the house or office.
They're not quite as thin as the Chappie (although the Urban might be close), but they cut and carry beautifully.
They're not quite as thin as the Chappie (although the Urban might be close), but they cut and carry beautifully.
Tim
Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
My current office carry is a Chaparral LW. I hardly notice it in my pocket due to the weight, and it doesn't stand out to people in the office. Prior to the Chaparral LW I was carrying a Spyderco Rhino. Not much heavier, but the standard shiny pocket clip made it stand out more. I also like the steel combined with the thin blade. Only knife I'm interested in at the moment is the Ikuchi.
If you liked the Chaparral LW get another, or maybe get fancy and buy the Raffir version.
If you liked the Chaparral LW get another, or maybe get fancy and buy the Raffir version.
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
Thanks for the tip; I just ordered one. And I still have my Chaparral. Actually, I would also like a Chaparral light weight eventually.
Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
I would get a Baby Horn. The Mantra would also work, but requires some care to prevent corrosion.qazy wrote: ↑Mon Oct 21, 2019 1:48 pmSo, I just lost my favorite EDC knife, Chaparral in FRN. My initial though was to get a new one to replace the lost one. But, I was not following the knife market for few years, including Spyderco's and I am always up-to trying something new. Is there anything that can realistically replace Chaparral for office type setting EDC? Spydercos preferred but not limited.
What I like about the Chaparral, is pretty much everything, except the lock. But the main attraction was the blade, especially how thin it was. That slicy blade and the gentle curved made it perfect for me. Being not overly long and not looking aggressive makes it perfect for office cafeteria and to handle it around other people.
The day I got it, it permanently replaced dragonfly and delica from the rotation. It would only be replaced in my pocket by PM2 for outdoor type activates.
Any suggestions, or Chaparral is still the best?
P.S. I also like the price point of Chaparral FRN.
The Baby Horn is a fantastic, discreet knife and requires less maintenance.
I have and love them both.
Why not do that? :p
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Re: Anything that can replace Chaparral?
I think a Sage is as close as you're going to get to a Chap with a different lock.