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[awa54]

K390 PM 2 (and) 3 or Shaman would be cool! That's all I have to say.

It is! BBS did them as an exclusive and as an owner of one of the Para 3s, I have to say that I fully support either additional runs of the BBS versions, or a permanent addition to the regular lineup, with K390 blue scales (G10 please)

[DougC-3]

K390 PM 2 (and) 3 or Shaman would be cool! That's all I have to say.

It is! BBS did them as an exclusive and as an owner of one of the Para 3s, I have to say that I fully support either additional runs of the BBS versions, or a permanent addition to the regular lineup, with K390 blue scales (G10 please)

Whoa! We need to add a Manix 2 to that list and hurry up and get them established before Magnacut debuts :D (which may revolutionize pocketknives as we know them ) (I know it's already debuted to knife knuts, but not to the whole world.)

[TkoK83Spy]

K390 PM 2 (and) 3 or Shaman would be cool! That's all I have to say.

It is! BBS did them as an exclusive and as an owner of one of the Para 3s, I have to say that I fully support either additional runs of the BBS versions, or a permanent addition to the regular lineup, with K390 blue scales (G10 please)

Whoa! We need to add a Manix 2 to that list and hurry up and get them established before Magnacut debuts :D (which may revolutionize pocketknives as we know them ) (I know it's already debuted to knife knuts, but not to the whole world.)

My Manix collection would certainly go up if K390 happens! I've trimmed it from 6 to 3 now...only tool steels remain :cool:

[RamZar]

Most of the US made Spyderco G-10 models had S30V for the longest time. Native5 was the exception for quite a while with S35VN and then a few years ago it also became S30V. Then, recently a move from S30V to S45VN or SPY27. If these models move to MagnaCut it may obviate the need for a tool steel option. However, that may take a few years. In the meantime, should these US made Spyderco G-10 models which are S30V all move to S45VN or SPY27?

[Abyss_Fish]

Most of the US made Spyderco G-10 models had S30V for the longest time. Native5 was the exception for quite a while with S35VN and then a few years ago it also became S30V. Then, recently a move from S30V to S45VN or SPY27. If these models move to MagnaCut it may obviate the need for a tool steel option. However, that may take a few years. In the meantime, should these US made Spyderco G-10 models which are S30V all move to S45VN or SPY27?

Spy27 for sure. It'd both set Spyderco apart while being somewhat cost efficient. Just depends on supply I guess.

[JMM]

I have a pretty strong preference towards tool steels whenever I can get my hands on 'em... I think from a steel choice perspective I would break down what I'd wish upon a star for...

My most preferred tool steels would 4V, Rex45 or K390

Given that we're seeing K390 in so many models *AND* the fact that it's gone through the SE testing, it seems like it might be the best to put in models that SE will be offered (IMO should be all)

From a model perspective in order of *WANT* I think my top 5 would be: Manix2, Shaman, Chief, Para3, PM2

I really hope this thread gets some serious support & comes to pass in some way/shape/form....

:D

[TkoK83Spy]

I have a pretty strong preference towards tool steels whenever I can get my hands on 'em... I think from a steel choice perspective I would break down what I'd wish upon a star for...

My most preferred tool steels would 4V, Rex45 or K390

Given that we're seeing K390 in so many models *AND* the fact that it's gone through the SE testing, it seems like it might be the best to put in models that SE will be offered (IMO should be all)

From a model perspective in order of *WANT* I think my top 5 would be: Manix2, Shaman, Chief, Para3, PM2

I really hope this thread gets some serious support & comes to pass in some way/shape/form....

:D

I really think we're best friends! Those are my 3 favorite steels, and the first 3 models you listed are my favorites as well (Chief is fairly new to me, about a month of owning them...but I already know it's a favorite!)

[jpm2]

I have a pretty strong preference towards tool steels whenever I can get my hands on 'em... I think from a steel choice perspective I would break down what I'd wish upon a star for...

My most preferred tool steels would 4V, Rex45 or K390

Given that we're seeing K390 in so many models *AND* the fact that it's gone through the SE testing, it seems like it might be the best to put in models that SE will be offered (IMO should be all)

From a model perspective in order of *WANT* I think my top 5 would be: Manix2, Shaman, Chief, Para3, PM2

I really hope this thread gets some serious support & comes to pass in some way/shape/form....

:D

I really think we're best friends! Those are my 3 favorite steels, and the first 3 models you listed are my favorites as well (Chief is fairly new to me, about a month of owning them...but I already know it's a favorite!)

Do either of ya'll have or have used m4? For me, it falls between 4v and rex45, (closer to rex45).

[TkoK83Spy]

Do either of ya'll have or have used m4? For me, it falls between 4v and rex45, (closer to rex45).

Yes sir, I've had the BHQ Para 3 for a few years, had a GB2 for a while and recently got the BHQ Chief. I have no problem with M4! It's up there as well for me, just doesn't seem to have the edge holding qualities quite as high as the others in my experience. Plenty tough enough, and certainly a pleasure to sharpen and reprofile. Sadly it seems to be getting phased out, besides those BHQ exclusives though. Definitely a top notch steel in my book as well.

[JMM]

I have a pretty strong preference towards tool steels whenever I can get my hands on 'em... I think from a steel choice perspective I would break down what I'd wish upon a star for...

My most preferred tool steels would 4V, Rex45 or K390

Given that we're seeing K390 in so many models *AND* the fact that it's gone through the SE testing, it seems like it might be the best to put in models that SE will be offered (IMO should be all)

From a model perspective in order of *WANT* I think my top 5 would be: Manix2, Shaman, Chief, Para3, PM2

I really hope this thread gets some serious support & comes to pass in some way/shape/form....

:D

I really think we're best friends! Those are my 3 favorite steels, and the first 3 models you listed are my favorites as well (Chief is fairly new to me, about a month of owning them...but I already know it's a favorite!)

:)

Great minds and all that....