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New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Tue May 05, 2020 9:24 pm
by BourbonCowboy
Hey y'all,
I'm new here, having just purchased my first Spyderco knife...the Native 5. After a lot of research (being that I'm stuck in the house until this COVID-19 thing passes) I made the decision that this would be the perfect knife for me. As it turns out, I was right. The size is perfect for EDC, and the weight makes it almost unnoticeable in my pocket. And to top it off, as a lefty, the ambi clip positioning is something I've been wanting all my life.
This is the first knife of decent quality I've ever owned. My previously mentioned research led me to a better understanding of the S30V steel, but I still was skeptical. That is, until I decided to test the sharpness by shaving the hair on my arm. A couple Band-Aids later, I understood what all the fuss was about. This is one seriously sharp knife. I became an immediate fan. Somehow I believe that I'll end up owning more than one Spyderco knife...and my family members will too.
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 6:57 am
by Candyman
Welcome to the forum!
Rich
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 7:03 am
by Sharp Guy
Welcome aboard BC!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 7:03 am
by The Meat man
Welcome to the forum!
BourbonCowboy wrote: ↑Tue May 05, 2020 9:24 pm
...Somehow I believe that I'll end up owning more than one Spyderco knife...
You will if you stick around here long enough. :p :D
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 7:16 am
by JuPaul
Welcome, and congrats on what is probably your first spydie of many!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 7:18 am
by TkoK83Spy
Welcome to the club! Since you've joined...there's NO WAY you'll only have ONE Spyderco knife!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 8:04 am
by sal
Hi Cowboy,
Welcome to our forum.
sal
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 8:06 am
by bearrowland
Welcome aboard!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 8:09 am
by ChrisinHove
Hello!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 8:36 am
by Doc Dan
Welcome. What sort of bourbon do you slap your brand on?
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 9:01 am
by BornIn1500
BourbonCowboy wrote: ↑Tue May 05, 2020 9:24 pm
My previously mentioned research led me to a better understanding of the S30V steel, but I still was skeptical. That is, until I decided to test the sharpness by shaving the hair on my arm. A couple Band-Aids later, I understood what all the fuss was about. This is one seriously sharp knife.
I have to mention, the initial sharpness you experienced isn't what the fuss is about for S30V. Nearly any knife can get an initial razor edge that will shave hair. Your S30V is special because it will hold that good edge for awhile. Welcome to the world of knife steels. It's a deep rabbit hole.
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 9:43 am
by legOFwhat?
Welcome to the addiction!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 9:57 am
by Mr Blonde
Welcome to the forum!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 12:14 pm
by Wartstein
Welcome to the forum! The Native 5 is a great first Spyderco... :)
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 12:16 pm
by JonLeBlanc
Welcome to the forum, get that wallet out!
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 2:25 pm
by BourbonCowboy
Doc Dan wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2020 8:36 am
Welcome. What sort of bourbon do you slap your brand on?
Nothing fancy...usually Wild Turkey
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 2:28 pm
by BourbonCowboy
JonLeBlanc wrote: ↑Wed May 06, 2020 12:16 pm
Welcome to the forum, get that wallet out!
That's what I'm afraid of. My other hobbies (vintage audio, photography, and shooting handguns) have become a bit expensive. I hope I can keep this under control.
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 2:36 pm
by Cycletroll
Welcome Cowboy!
Steer clear of the Bourbon when handling sharp Spydies!
(Don't ask me how I know this
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 4:27 pm
by Bloke
Welcome to the forum! :)
Re: New to Spyderco and the forum
Posted: Wed May 06, 2020 4:32 pm
by benben
Might as well stick a fork in you, you’re done! Welcome aboard, you picked an excellent knife to start with!