Which one should be next?
Which one should be next?
Hey guys,
My family of spydies keeps growing...
Now consists of seven babies - all with different steels. :)
Meadowlark II (8Cr13MoV)
UK PenKnife (CTS-BD1)
Centofante III (VG10)
Pacific Salt (H1)
Native 5 (CPM-S35VN)
Stretch (ZDP-189)
Manix II (CPM-S110V)
Next on my wish list: Chaparral with CTS-XHP. Consider it virtually added. :D
See the pattern? 1) They must be affordable. 2) I really don't like linerlocks. 3) Primary steel is - well - primary!
What do you think, which non-linerlock (preferably backlock) spydi with a not yet listed A grade steel is worth being added to the collection?
My family of spydies keeps growing...
Now consists of seven babies - all with different steels. :)
Meadowlark II (8Cr13MoV)
UK PenKnife (CTS-BD1)
Centofante III (VG10)
Pacific Salt (H1)
Native 5 (CPM-S35VN)
Stretch (ZDP-189)
Manix II (CPM-S110V)
Next on my wish list: Chaparral with CTS-XHP. Consider it virtually added. :D
See the pattern? 1) They must be affordable. 2) I really don't like linerlocks. 3) Primary steel is - well - primary!
What do you think, which non-linerlock (preferably backlock) spydi with a not yet listed A grade steel is worth being added to the collection?
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Michael
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
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Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
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Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
Re: Which one should be next?
A super blue model....
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Sage 3 with the bolt action lock, s30v
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Manbug with Super Blue steel was already on my mind. But it is rather small... But on the other hand quite affordable. Hmm.....
Sage 3 is on the high end of the budget, almost off... But a nice one.
More proposals, please!! :)
Sage 3 is on the high end of the budget, almost off... But a nice one.
More proposals, please!! :)
Michael
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
.
Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
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Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
Re: Which one should be next?
If you're anything like me you'll love the manbug. SB and ZDP for me and the ZDP sees as much use as my Endura
Cory
Upgrading to a Ti ATR once I sell my stainless ATR :)
Upgrading to a Ti ATR once I sell my stainless ATR :)
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Re: Which one should be next?
A Caly 3.5 in Vg10 or zdp....the Caly 3.5 is a great edc imo
Re: Which one should be next?
@ MacLaren: VG10 & ZDP are already in my collection.
@ dubya3: What do you mean by SP?
@ dubya3: What do you mean by SP?
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Michael
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
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Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
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Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
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Re: Which one should be next?
I see...but still yet, the Caly 3.5 is a real treat.archangel wrote:@ MacLaren: VG10 & ZDP is already in my collection.
@ dubya3: What do you mean by SP?
That being said, good luck with the hunt :)
Re: Which one should be next?
The s90 V forum knife should be a must buy at the current price if it is still available.
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Re: Which one should be next?
Pingo in N690. Tough little booger for a slippie and I like the steel a whole lot. Could also get Pingo Ti in Elmax
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Re: Which one should be next?
I think you mean't to say "SB?" That would be short for Superblue. :) I'll second (or third :rolleyes: ) the advice on getting a SB Manbug. Great knife for the money, IMHO.archangel wrote:@ MacLaren: VG10 & ZDP are already in my collection.
@ dubya3: What do you mean by SP?
I'm surprised nobody mentioned the Delica 4. Honestly, every single spydernut needs at least one Delica in their collection. You can usually buy a standard Delica 4 for around $55-60 bucks if you shop around. Heck, you could even spice things up and get the Kahr Delica (available in tan, denim blue, or black FRN). :D
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Re: Which one should be next?
I concur with others, if you don't have any SB you're really missing something special, so easy to sharpen and get literally razor sharp. Also once they are gone they can be quit hard to find at a decent price on the secondary market. The manbug, stretch and ladybug can still be found fairly easy, others not so much.
Happy to be part of this great forum and group of down to earth spyderco addicts, Thanks Sal and gang.
My Grails: Lum Tanto folder sprint, Sprint Persian(red), Captain, Manix 2 (M4), SB MT, PM2 M390, CF dodo, Manix2 (CF S90V),Manix2 XL S90V, Zowada CF Balance Rassenti Nivarna, Lil' Nilakka, Tuff, Police 4, Chinook 4, Caly HAP40 52100 Military, S110V Military, Any/All PM2 & Military sprints/exclusives I can get my grubby hands on :) :spyder: :) :spyder: :)
"We may look curious, homely, whatever, but we'll never be called unusable or undependable."
My Grails: Lum Tanto folder sprint, Sprint Persian(red), Captain, Manix 2 (M4), SB MT, PM2 M390, CF dodo, Manix2 (CF S90V),Manix2 XL S90V, Zowada CF Balance Rassenti Nivarna, Lil' Nilakka, Tuff, Police 4, Chinook 4, Caly HAP40 52100 Military, S110V Military, Any/All PM2 & Military sprints/exclusives I can get my grubby hands on :) :spyder: :) :spyder: :)
"We may look curious, homely, whatever, but we'll never be called unusable or undependable."
Re: Which one should be next?
Two different options have already been mentioned here that you may want to consider before the chap in xhp due to availability. S90V forum native and any of the super blue models you can find before they disappear and become prohibitively expensive on the secondary market.
Interesting exercise to think through how many different steels are currently available in back locks.
If anyone else remembers, was there at one point an online spreadsheet with most of the spydies listed that you could sort by many different attributes? If so a link in this thread might help the OP.
Interesting exercise to think through how many different steels are currently available in back locks.
If anyone else remembers, was there at one point an online spreadsheet with most of the spydies listed that you could sort by many different attributes? If so a link in this thread might help the OP.
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Re: Which one should be next?
The Chaparral is sure to please.
So many knives, so few pockets... :)
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Re: Which one should be next?
You need a Delica and an Endura. Luckily for you both knives will be available soon in HAP40 steel and burnt orange handles :D
Currently enjoying Spyderco's in - S30V, VG10, Super Blue, Cruwear x4, CTS XHP, S110V x2, M4 x3, S35VN, CTS 204P x2, S90V, HAP 40, K390, RWL34, MAXAMET, ZDP 189, REX 45
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Yeah, SB... :o
Delica and Endura no likey the shape. :s
Chaparral with XHP, then Manbug with SB. Let's call that a roadmap.
Any idea where to buy the Forum S90V?? Send me a PM if linking to a store is not permitted in the thread...
Delica and Endura no likey the shape. :s
Chaparral with XHP, then Manbug with SB. Let's call that a roadmap.
Any idea where to buy the Forum S90V?? Send me a PM if linking to a store is not permitted in the thread...
Michael
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
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Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
48 Spydies, 44 different models, 43 different steels
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Grail knife, still to be acquired: original Tuff by Ed Schempp Feel free to help me find one at a reasonable price...
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Re: Which one should be next?
Spyderco Factory Outlet or more commonly known around here as the SFO, dont forget the code for the 40% discount...archangel wrote:Yeah, SB... :o
Delica and Endura no likey the shape. :s
Chaparral with XHP, then Manbug with SB. Let's call that a roadmap.
Any idea where to buy the Forum S90V?? Send me a PM if linking to a store is not permitted in the thread...
Happy to be part of this great forum and group of down to earth spyderco addicts, Thanks Sal and gang.
My Grails: Lum Tanto folder sprint, Sprint Persian(red), Captain, Manix 2 (M4), SB MT, PM2 M390, CF dodo, Manix2 (CF S90V),Manix2 XL S90V, Zowada CF Balance Rassenti Nivarna, Lil' Nilakka, Tuff, Police 4, Chinook 4, Caly HAP40 52100 Military, S110V Military, Any/All PM2 & Military sprints/exclusives I can get my grubby hands on :) :spyder: :) :spyder: :)
"We may look curious, homely, whatever, but we'll never be called unusable or undependable."
My Grails: Lum Tanto folder sprint, Sprint Persian(red), Captain, Manix 2 (M4), SB MT, PM2 M390, CF dodo, Manix2 (CF S90V),Manix2 XL S90V, Zowada CF Balance Rassenti Nivarna, Lil' Nilakka, Tuff, Police 4, Chinook 4, Caly HAP40 52100 Military, S110V Military, Any/All PM2 & Military sprints/exclusives I can get my grubby hands on :) :spyder: :) :spyder: :)
"We may look curious, homely, whatever, but we'll never be called unusable or undependable."
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Re: Which one should be next?
I would second the recommendation for a PM2. It comes in S30V, has amazing ergos, and by far my favorite lock on any knife (it's so stupidly smooth to both open and close). Be warned: if you're like me, you may not buy another knife for a while once you get a PM2. I had a little growing collection of about 6 serious knives before I bought the PM2. Once I got it, I carried it basically exclusively, and ceased buying any other knives for about 2.5 years. I only fairly recently (about 1.5 years ago) decided to expand the collection again and see what else was out there, but the PM2 still has a special place for me.
Otherwise, maybe consider a knife in M4 (the Air and Gayle Bradley come to mind), or the upcoming Delica in Hap40 as Johnnie mentioned above. Super Blue is also a solid choice (especially if you're interested in extracting the keenest edge possible). Great call on the Chaparral, too. It's one of my most carried Spydies nowadays because it punches so far above its weight and size.
I will say, the Sage 3 is a great knife but if you're only getting one in S30V, the PM2 has to be it. However, if the only thing holding you back from the Sage is the price, wait until Sports Authority has one of their 25% off sales (they have them every few months), you can get a fantastic deal. Mine was less than $100 before shipping.
Otherwise, maybe consider a knife in M4 (the Air and Gayle Bradley come to mind), or the upcoming Delica in Hap40 as Johnnie mentioned above. Super Blue is also a solid choice (especially if you're interested in extracting the keenest edge possible). Great call on the Chaparral, too. It's one of my most carried Spydies nowadays because it punches so far above its weight and size.
I will say, the Sage 3 is a great knife but if you're only getting one in S30V, the PM2 has to be it. However, if the only thing holding you back from the Sage is the price, wait until Sports Authority has one of their 25% off sales (they have them every few months), you can get a fantastic deal. Mine was less than $100 before shipping.
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Re: Which one should be next?
Also, keep in mind that the forum knife is obviously a Native 5. If you end up getting one, I'd say maybe consider selling your current Native, and pick up the S35VN PM2 sprint, they pop up fairly often on the secondary market. That way you could get both the PM2 and the Sage.
Ooh, also, maybe consider a BBS exclusive Domino in CTS-204P. The Domino is another fantastic knife, and that steel is among the best stainless steels available from the perspective of pure edge retention (being very similar to M390).
Edit: Here's the product page for the 2015 Forum knife. I'm shocked these are still available. Remember to use the discount code FORUM2015 on checkout.
Ooh, also, maybe consider a BBS exclusive Domino in CTS-204P. The Domino is another fantastic knife, and that steel is among the best stainless steels available from the perspective of pure edge retention (being very similar to M390).
Edit: Here's the product page for the 2015 Forum knife. I'm shocked these are still available. Remember to use the discount code FORUM2015 on checkout.