That Des Horn model is one that I very much wanted but never got around to getting one. Also I'm hoping at some point that they might consider a Sprint Run with a different blade steel. It was a very sleek and stealthy design. I've always had a love for those types of blades. You could put it in a class with the JD Smith, Ayoob and Viele models. I very much agree with that one :spyder:
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I'd have to go with the D'Allara 3. It had the potential to be a very popular model. I believe the cost of G10 models out of Seki City killed it before many people got the opportunity to try out such an amazing design.
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I remember thinking that one looked interesting until I saw the price.Frozenspyder wrote: ↑Sun May 31, 2020 2:04 pmI'd have to go with the D'Allara 3. It had the potential to be a very popular model. I believe the cost of G10 models out of Seki City killed it before many people got the opportunity to try out such an amazing design.
I can't fathom why it cost nearly twice as much as a manix 2. Both are s30v and lined g10 with a ball bearing lock and about the same size. You could have had an S110v/g10 manix 2 for $50 less.
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The dallara 3 looked like a great griptilian alternative that was not popular, even at blow out pricing
Centofante 3 is my pick - been around forever, thin stock, high hollow grind - blade all the way to the handle
Centofante 3 is my pick - been around forever, thin stock, high hollow grind - blade all the way to the handle
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Centofante 3 is a great call and a great knife. Love that thin hollow grind. I just wish they'd update it to screw construction, I like being able to tighten things up on a knife when needed.
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That blows me away, everytime I see them. I need to hurry up and get another while I still can.
I've been thinking about sending one out to have a custom replica built, but made completely out of LC200N.
White/Ivory G10.
My true dream knife, but that would probably be the only way it would ever happen.
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That's one i see available at KnifeWorks and am always tempted to get, such a cool design on a little knife and not an outrageous price. For whatever reason I just haven't pulled the trigger yet. Not that the clip should be a deciding factor, but it really looks out of place.Sumdumguy wrote: ↑Sun May 31, 2020 4:42 pmThat blows me away, everytime I see them. I need to hurry up and get another while I still can.
I've been thinking about sending one out to have a custom replica built, but made completely out of LC200N.
White/Ivory G10.
My true dream knife, but that would probably be the only way it would ever happen.
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My favorite "sleeper" model in the fixed blade category>> it is mostly unknown most people like the Stainless RESCUE I mentioned earlier. The TEMPERANCE 1 model from back in the 2004-2006 era is still my favorite fixed blade Spyder. I put it in the "sleeper" category because to this day only about 1 out 5 people I talk to on this forum even knows that the TEMP 1 model even exists. And I liked it in PE & SE both. It is a beast in SE :cool:
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Rule #1 Remove the clip.TkoK83Spy wrote: ↑Sun May 31, 2020 5:33 pmThat's one i see available at KnifeWorks and am always tempted to get, such a cool design on a little knife and not an outrageous price. For whatever reason I just haven't pulled the trigger yet. Not that the clip should be a deciding factor, but it really looks out of place.Sumdumguy wrote: ↑Sun May 31, 2020 4:42 pmThat blows me away, everytime I see them. I need to hurry up and get another while I still can.
I've been thinking about sending one out to have a custom replica built, but made completely out of LC200N.
White/Ivory G10.
My true dream knife, but that would probably be the only way it would ever happen.
That is a requirement for me.
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It is great, especially if you like splinter picker tips. I think the only thing pointier I have from Spyderco is the Dyad. Comfortable handle - Spyderco needs to do more G10 that's not just a flat slab of peel ply pattern - good slicer, classic looks...VooDooChild wrote: ↑Fri May 29, 2020 10:32 amI dont even have one, but I do plan on getting one eventually. The Pattada looks great.
Another underrated knife from the last few years that I don't think anyone has mentioned yet - the Hundred Pacer.
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Its a janisong. Compareable with a Balisong.
Sleeper: Dragonfly
Any Spyderco knife you give to a non-knife person.
The are all super sharp cutting machines out of the box.
Sleeper: Dragonfly
Any Spyderco knife you give to a non-knife person.
The are all super sharp cutting machines out of the box.
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After thinking about it for a good while, I have to say the SuperLeaf.
It just never got the appreciation it deserved IMO.
I still have mine in rotation regularly and it's one of the few knives I got a backup for in case I ever lose it or something.
It just never got the appreciation it deserved IMO.
I still have mine in rotation regularly and it's one of the few knives I got a backup for in case I ever lose it or something.
That's the Spyderco Janisong
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I remember when I first caught the bug, wondering why the Superleaf didn't get as much love as the PM2, when they were so similar. I realize they're not really that similar, but I still have my Superleaf in my desk drawer and use it occasionally. Unfortunately, I did a lot of learning to sharpen on it, so it's not in the best condition at this point.DutchBlades wrote: ↑Mon Jun 01, 2020 12:05 pmAfter thinking about it for a good while, I have to say the SuperLeaf.
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It might be the thicker blade stock or the fact that it's a bit wider in the pocket, but I don't mind it at all.TomAiello wrote: ↑Mon Jun 01, 2020 12:13 pmI remember when I first caught the bug, wondering why the Superleaf didn't get as much love as the PM2, when they were so similar. I realize they're not really that similar, but I still have my Superleaf in my desk drawer and use it occasionally. Unfortunately, I did a lot of learning to sharpen on it, so it's not in the best condition at this point.
Still want to get the Superhawk as well if it ever finds it's way onto my path :)
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My favorite is the Hawkbill Dragonfly, you don't know what you're missing. A take me just about anywhere all weather land or sea pocket public friendly EDC. With a blade shape and size that will reveal it's function and worth the more you use it. It's only minus is the yellow or nothing color option (rit dye is your friend here).
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The Wharncliffe Delica/ Endura are laser beams. Only a ZDP production version could make them better (the hap40 sprint is amazing, but gone)
The entire ZDP-189 line up is tragically slept upon. Some of the best/affordable slicers in the line up.
The Hungarian... I should have bought one.
Also...
The Wharncliffe Delica/ Endura are laser beams. Only a ZDP production version could make them better (the hap40 sprint is amazing, but gone)
The entire ZDP-189 line up is tragically slept upon. Some of the best/affordable slicers in the line up.
The Hungarian... I should have bought one.
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curlyhairedboy wrote: ↑Fri May 29, 2020 4:53 amI for one am looking forward to a straight spine Stretch in k390.
DITTO! Although a stainless (semi-stainless) super steel would be super appreciated. A Straight Spine Stretch in Cruwear or m390 could be my everything knife!
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The Ulize is an odd looking knife that I think a lot of people passed on based on looks, but they're actually amazing ergonomically and very strong performers.
Centofante 3 and 4, really excellent knives that I would take over a Delica every single time.
Nilakka, maybe not for everyone but I was blown away by this knife. It's one of the best builds that Taichung has done IMO.
Caribbean, just because it's the best knife available right now. There's a chance I might be biased on this one.
Southard, perhaps as an honorable mention since it did get some attention initially but faded away, Spyderco's first flipper and to this day I think the best flipping action of any that they've put out thanks to one of the strongest detents I've ever felt from Spyderco. Not the best slicer but I once made a thread comparing it to the Military for how much edge it packs into a compact size.
Centofante 3 and 4, really excellent knives that I would take over a Delica every single time.
Nilakka, maybe not for everyone but I was blown away by this knife. It's one of the best builds that Taichung has done IMO.
Caribbean, just because it's the best knife available right now. There's a chance I might be biased on this one.
Southard, perhaps as an honorable mention since it did get some attention initially but faded away, Spyderco's first flipper and to this day I think the best flipping action of any that they've put out thanks to one of the strongest detents I've ever felt from Spyderco. Not the best slicer but I once made a thread comparing it to the Military for how much edge it packs into a compact size.
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Those are some awesome knives.Evil D wrote: ↑Mon Jun 01, 2020 5:28 pmThe Ulize is an odd looking knife that I think a lot of people passed on based on looks, but they're actually amazing ergonomically and very strong performers.
Caribbean, just because it's the best knife available right now. There's a chance I might be biased on this one.
No bias, the Caribbean is the best knife currently made by Spyderco.
The Ulize is a surprisingly excellent knife. It shouldn't be, but it is.
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Caribbean...in SE or PE, leaf blade or sheepsfoot? Or are they all in that "best knife" category? It's been on my "someday" list for a while, but which one to get??Sumdumguy wrote: ↑Mon Jun 01, 2020 5:45 pmThose are some awesome knives.Evil D wrote: ↑Mon Jun 01, 2020 5:28 pmThe Ulize is an odd looking knife that I think a lot of people passed on based on looks, but they're actually amazing ergonomically and very strong performers.
Caribbean, just because it's the best knife available right now. There's a chance I might be biased on this one.
No bias, the Caribbean is the best knife currently made by Spyderco.
The Ulize is a surprisingly excellent knife. It shouldn't be, but it is.
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