My Complete Collection - One a Day

[tvenuto]

I was strongly considering this lum tanto sprint, but ended up with a Warrior instead. Think I would have been happy either way.

[gbelleh]

Next was the eagerly awaited 2013 Spyderco Forum Knife, which turned out to be quite special, and was offered for a great price. A Native 5 with S110V blade steel, and diamond cut, dark green G-10 scales. This one has been carried pretty regularly (though not recently, so it will be in my pocket today). My example is smooth and solid, with excellent fit and finish. I like this one a lot. Thanks again to Spyderco for bringing us this knife!

Knife # 162 - July 2013.

[gbelleh]

Along with the Forum Native 5, I also ordered this MT17, K390 Mule. This is my only Mule, and not being much of a steel nut, DIY type, or fixed blade user, this is probably the only Mule I'll need. I still haven't gotten around to getting scales or a sheath for this one.

Knife # 163 - July 2013.

[gbelleh]

Next I got this Superleaf on closeout from STP. This turned out to be one of the few Spydies that just didn't do anything for me. It was well made, but I never connected with it, and soon sold it with no regrets.

Knife # 164 - July 2013.

[dubya3]

Next, I found this LNIB CF/S90V Manix 2 on BF. I knew enough at this point to snag this one while I could. It seemed expensive at the time, but looking back now, it was a bargain and I'm very glad to have it.

Knife # 44 - August 2010.

One of my two grail knives. This and a PM2 CF/S90V
Thanks for the minor heart attack!

[gbelleh]

This Byrd Crow was an add-on to the Superleaf order from STP, and cost very little. This particular knife is by far the worst quality Spyderco product I've ever seen. But it's being put to good use as an extreme beater knife.

Knife # 165 - July 2013.

[gbelleh]

Next I got this Domino. The flipper works well, and I was very impressed with the quality of this knife. The only reason I don't carry it (or any flipper) regularly is the flipper tab sticking out when in the pocket.

Knife # 166 - August 2013.

[mapper66]

Was thinking about this the other day. Notice it runs on nylon washers? at least mine does.

There is something about the Breeden Rescue and how it feels like it floats open. That's what made me start looking for Japan made liner locks. It might be because of the thicker blade near the tip or something.

Did you ever get a Captain? I was lucky to get one while they were still in production.

[Donut]

Was thinking about this the other day. Notice it runs on nylon washers? at least mine does.

There is something about the Breeden Rescue and how it feels like it floats open. That's what made me start looking for Japan made liner locks. It might be because of the thicker blade near the tip or something.

Did you ever get a Captain? I was lucky to get one while they were still in production.

I think it does. I will have to look at mine.

I wish I knew more about how this stuff works so I could troubleshoot some of the friction/operation problems.

[gbelleh]

Next was the blue G-10 Lava sprint. I like the extra grip the G-10 provides.

Knife # 167 - September 2013.

[gbelleh]

Next was this Military Cruwear sprint.

Knife # 168 - October 2013.

[swigert]

Crazy, October of 2013 was when I started. Thanks for keeping the pics coming.

[farnorthdan]

Do you carry your cruwear military Gino? I love mine but am hesitate to carry it, seems like it would get dirty so fast and I just cant bring myself to ruin that pristine look it has, I guess I should just get over it and use it for what it was intended.

[gbelleh]

I haven't. I don't really carry Militaries anymore, or I probably would. This is the only Cruwear knife I have, but the Military just doesn't fit well into my current EDC setup.

[farnorthdan]

Makes sense, I have two, the cruwear and the fluted titanium, they are kinda big for EDC but I do carry the Ti occasionally, you know you're carry a knife when carrying the Military.

[dubya3]

Do you carry your cruwear military Gino? I love mine but am hesitate to carry it, seems like it would get dirty so fast and I just cant bring myself to ruin that pristine look it has, I guess I should just get over it and use it for what it was intended.

The Manix 2 is one of my favorite folders and I have one in CruWear but I feel like I should wash my hands before playing with it lol...like you I'm afraid to dirty the pretty gray scales up.

[gbelleh]

Next was the Jot Singh Khalsa sprint. I was pretty excited to get this one, because of the very unusual design, and I'd never been able to get (or even handle) an original. Plus, I'd heard about some problems with the originals. I do appreciate the design, but the ergos don't really work for me at all. So, I never really carried or used this one. But it is definitely appreciated for its uniqueness.

Knife # 169 - October 2013.

[gbelleh]

Along with the 2013 Forum Native 5, I also ordered this Swick 3. It's a nice little knife, especially after installing these excellent scales, made by Jabba359. Thanks again!

Knife # 170 - October 2013.

[gbelleh]

Next was the Hungarian Folder. This is a very interesting addition to the ethnic series, and a useful and practical knife to carry. Typical Taichung excellence. The only thing that's a little awkward is the liner lock is slightly difficult to disengage.

Knife # 171 - November 2013.

[gbelleh]

Next was the Knifeworks Manix 2 XL with CF and S90V. This was my first Manix 2 XL, and I was very impressed with the design.

Knife # 172 - December 2013.