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Still using DLC?
Hey guys and gals, I got one of the new CQI'd Para 3's a few days ago and I was just wondering if anyone knows whether Spyderco is still using DLC to coat their black blades or if they're using something else now. The reason I ask is that I can't find a single retailer or piece of literature that says that the blade has DLC on it. I can't find anywhere where it says what is actually used. I have a PM2 in the all black configuration and the coatings are very similar but i can't really tell, by just using my bare eye, if it's the same or not. So yeah, it's strictly a question of curiosity. i'm sure it'll last
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Re: Still using DLC?
I guess there's a remote possibility Spyderco changed the coating and forgot to update the descriptions on their website. Only Spyderco can confirm or deny that. However, both black bladed versions of the Para 3 are listed as being DLC coated.
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Re: Still using DLC?
I haven't heard anything about a change here. DLC on Golden black-bladed models. TiCn on the Seki black-bladed models.
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It might say in the model description on the side of the box when you get it.
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Re: Still using DLC?
When you say CQI'd para 3 are you talking about when they added a slanted notch on the tang for better lockup or something else?
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Re: Still using DLC?
We are still using DLC on our US-made knives. We also typically provide that information in the product descriptions on our website: https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details/C223BBK/1807.
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I was wondering about that too. The only CQI that's been done on the Para 3 was that little notch you mention. IIRC that was done right after the first runSpydergirl88 wrote: ↑Sun Dec 27, 2020 9:57 pmWhen you say CQI'd para 3 are you talking about when they added a slanted notch on the tang for better lockup or something else?
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Re: Still using DLC?
Spydergirl88 wrote: ↑Sun Dec 27, 2020 9:57 pmWhen you say CQI'd para 3 are you talking about when they added a slanted notch on the tang for better lockup or something else?
Sharp Guy wrote:Spydergirl88 wrote: ↑Sun Dec 27, 2020 9:57 pmWhen you say CQI'd para 3 are you talking about when they added a slanted notch on the tang for better lockup or something else?
I was wondering about that too. The only CQI that's been done on the Para 3 was that little notch you mention. IIRC that was done right after the first run
Well, maybe its not a CQI update persay, although I heard it called that, but the one with the black liners that retailers just got in.
Michael Janich wrote: We are still using DLC on our US-made knives. We also typically provide that information in the product descriptions on our website: https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details/C223BBK/1807.
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Re: Still using DLC?
If they are putting dlc on the liners now that's pretty cool. Thanks for the scoop
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Re: Still using DLC?
It’ll be interesting to see a DLC Para 3 (or a PM2) with black liners. I haven’t been able to find any images on the knife sites I shop at. The only DLC compression lock knife with blackened liners I’ve been aware of up til now has been the DLC Yojimbo 2.
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Spydergirl88 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:01 pmIf they are putting dlc on the liners now that's pretty cool. Thanks for the scoop
I actually forgot about this. There was discussion about this recently. I swear it was here but could be wrong. I don't have time right now but shouldn't be hard to find with a searchJames Y wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:16 pmIt’ll be interesting to see a DLC Para 3 (or a PM2) with black liners. I haven’t been able to find any images on the knife sites I shop at. The only DLC compression lock knife with blackened liners I’ve been aware of up til now has been the DLC Yojimbo 2.
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This is the best pic I could get without taking it apart
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Sharp Guy wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 1:53 pmSpydergirl88 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:01 pmIf they are putting dlc on the liners now that's pretty cool. Thanks for the scoopI actually forgot about this. There was discussion about this recently. I swear it was here but could be wrong. I don't have time right now but shouldn't be hard to find with a searchJames Y wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:16 pmIt’ll be interesting to see a DLC Para 3 (or a PM2) with black liners. I haven’t been able to find any images on the knife sites I shop at. The only DLC compression lock knife with blackened liners I’ve been aware of up til now has been the DLC Yojimbo 2.
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That discussion may have been on my inquisition as to why there were no DLC Para 3s at any online retailers. That's when I was told they were probably being CQI'd.
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Re: Still using DLC?
The blade is DLC coated. The coatings of the liners and other hardware are matching black, but not necessarily DLC. The choice of coating is based on the base material of the specific parts and their mechanical function.Spydergirl88 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:01 pmIf they are putting dlc on the liners now that's pretty cool. Thanks for the scoop
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Actually it was this thread...Brown_Recluse wrote: ↑Tue Dec 29, 2020 2:39 amSharp Guy wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 1:53 pmSpydergirl88 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:01 pmIf they are putting dlc on the liners now that's pretty cool. Thanks for the scoopI actually forgot about this. There was discussion about this recently. I swear it was here but could be wrong. I don't have time right now but shouldn't be hard to find with a searchJames Y wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:16 pmIt’ll be interesting to see a DLC Para 3 (or a PM2) with black liners. I haven’t been able to find any images on the knife sites I shop at. The only DLC compression lock knife with blackened liners I’ve been aware of up til now has been the DLC Yojimbo 2.
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That discussion may have been on my inquisition as to why there were no DLC Para 3s at any online retailers. That's when I was told they were probably being CQI'd.
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Re: Still using DLC?
Sharp Guy wrote: ↑Tue Dec 29, 2020 7:50 amActually it was this thread...Brown_Recluse wrote: ↑Tue Dec 29, 2020 2:39 amSharp Guy wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 1:53 pmSpydergirl88 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:01 pmIf they are putting dlc on the liners now that's pretty cool. Thanks for the scoopI actually forgot about this. There was discussion about this recently. I swear it was here but could be wrong. I don't have time right now but shouldn't be hard to find with a searchJames Y wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:16 pmIt’ll be interesting to see a DLC Para 3 (or a PM2) with black liners. I haven’t been able to find any images on the knife sites I shop at. The only DLC compression lock knife with blackened liners I’ve been aware of up til now has been the DLC Yojimbo 2.
Jim
That discussion may have been on my inquisition as to why there were no DLC Para 3s at any online retailers. That's when I was told they were probably being CQI'd.
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Sharp Guy wrote: ↑Tue Dec 29, 2020 7:50 amActually it was this thread...Brown_Recluse wrote: ↑Tue Dec 29, 2020 2:39 amSharp Guy wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 1:53 pmSpydergirl88 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:01 pmIf they are putting dlc on the liners now that's pretty cool. Thanks for the scoopI actually forgot about this. There was discussion about this recently. I swear it was here but could be wrong. I don't have time right now but shouldn't be hard to find with a searchJames Y wrote: ↑Mon Dec 28, 2020 12:16 pmIt’ll be interesting to see a DLC Para 3 (or a PM2) with black liners. I haven’t been able to find any images on the knife sites I shop at. The only DLC compression lock knife with blackened liners I’ve been aware of up til now has been the DLC Yojimbo 2.
Jim
That discussion may have been on my inquisition as to why there were no DLC Para 3s at any online retailers. That's when I was told they were probably being CQI'd.
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I completely missed that post. dang. thanks for sharing though
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Re: Still using DLC?
I just received my para 3 a couple of days ago, and noticed it had black liners. I was concerned it was a counterfeit because I can’t find a single picture of one with black liners online. Including the website I purchased from, which is a reputable dealer.Brown_Recluse wrote: ↑Tue Dec 29, 2020 2:36 amThis is the best pic I could get without taking it apart
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I saw a few posts on here, including one from Mike himself confirming the new black liners. But, do you know if this version currently available or released to retailers to sell? I’m new to this hobby, as this is only my second spyderco, let alone knife, and just want to verify that I purchased an authentic para 3 and not a knockoff.
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Dear Pmudda:
Black liners on black-bladed Para 3s are being incorporated into current production. If you bought your knife through a reputable dealer, I'm confident you got the real deal.
Stay safe,
Mike
Black liners on black-bladed Para 3s are being incorporated into current production. If you bought your knife through a reputable dealer, I'm confident you got the real deal.
Stay safe,
Mike
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Thank you, Mike for your quick response! Stay safe as well!Michael Janich wrote: ↑Fri Jan 08, 2021 7:50 amDear Pmudda:
Black liners on black-bladed Para 3s are being incorporated into current production. If you bought your knife through a reputable dealer, I'm confident you got the real deal.
Stay safe,
Mike