What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Well, MOST people that I know…..be knife nuts like some of us are or the average Joe that owns a knife (that happens to be a Spyderco). I found that the most popular and the most common model that most folks have is the Para Military 2 (PM2) in S30V.
I happen to have a PM2, but it's the "Blurple" S110V version and aside from it being just a hair on the smaller side for my hand…I honestly think it's one of the best folding knives out there, especially for the asking price.
My favorite and most used and collected model, however…is the Military. That knife fits me like a glove and I think it's just about perfect in every single way. Sure, I would like to see an option to change the position of the pocket clip. Perhaps a lock like the PM2 and perhaps it should come with a back spacer. BUT…that all aside, the Millie is my favorite.
What do you think is Spydero's FLAGSHIP model…and what is your favorite? I ask because this came up the other night with some of my fellow brothers, and figured I would ask here and see what you all had to say. Stay sharp…
DrtyHarry
I happen to have a PM2, but it's the "Blurple" S110V version and aside from it being just a hair on the smaller side for my hand…I honestly think it's one of the best folding knives out there, especially for the asking price.
My favorite and most used and collected model, however…is the Military. That knife fits me like a glove and I think it's just about perfect in every single way. Sure, I would like to see an option to change the position of the pocket clip. Perhaps a lock like the PM2 and perhaps it should come with a back spacer. BUT…that all aside, the Millie is my favorite.
What do you think is Spydero's FLAGSHIP model…and what is your favorite? I ask because this came up the other night with some of my fellow brothers, and figured I would ask here and see what you all had to say. Stay sharp…
DrtyHarry
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
For me it's the Delica. Epitomizes what Spyderco is all about...again...to me.
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Not exactly the flagship model, but I think an SE DF2 is the most quintessential Spyderco, everything about it is Spyderco.
-Spyderedge cutting edge
-Leaf shaped blade
-Full Flat Grind
-Thumb ramp and finger choil
-Opening hole (duh)
-Bidirectional textured FRN handle
-Back lock with Boye Dent
-Wire pocket clip
And being an LBK is very Spyderco as well!
I don't think there's another Spyderco yet that is more of a Spyderco than that little guy!
-Spyderedge cutting edge
-Leaf shaped blade
-Full Flat Grind
-Thumb ramp and finger choil
-Opening hole (duh)
-Bidirectional textured FRN handle
-Back lock with Boye Dent
-Wire pocket clip
And being an LBK is very Spyderco as well!
I don't think there's another Spyderco yet that is more of a Spyderco than that little guy!
Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Interesting, I didn't know the serrated Dragonfly was full flat grind. I think any I've seen in pictures have been sabre grind (if that's what it's called) like the Salts. I presume you're referring to the VG10 models? I was musing about one of those with stainless steel handle as a sailing knife, would need to be serrated of course.Matrix Dweller wrote:Not exactly the flagship model, but I think an SE DF2 is the most quintessential Spyderco, everything about it is Spyderco
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Delica/Endura
It's not a "showcase" model with bells and whistles.... But its the quintessential models, best-sellers year in and year out.
Flagship usually denotes premium grade. Perhaps the Military or Fluted Ti Native.
It's not a "showcase" model with bells and whistles.... But its the quintessential models, best-sellers year in and year out.
Flagship usually denotes premium grade. Perhaps the Military or Fluted Ti Native.
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Sometimes flagship can mean quintessential, in which case I would agree with delica, PM2, or DF2.
More often I think of flagship as "finest" though. In that case, price is often a good indicator of what a company internally sees as its own flagship. In that case, we would be looking at the Chaparral Stepped Ti. This knife also tends to fit with most of spyderco's design philosophies, so it is somewhat of a quintessential spyderco as well as the "finest." It also fits to me because it is in-house designed, not a collab.
More often I think of flagship as "finest" though. In that case, price is often a good indicator of what a company internally sees as its own flagship. In that case, we would be looking at the Chaparral Stepped Ti. This knife also tends to fit with most of spyderco's design philosophies, so it is somewhat of a quintessential spyderco as well as the "finest." It also fits to me because it is in-house designed, not a collab.
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You could differentiate between "flagship" and "standard bearer". For a flagship, it would be something very high end, shows off the company and its capabilities, and probably sells relatively well also. I like your thinking EDC Honeybee; the Chaparral is a good idea. However, I'd disagree and suggest a slightly-cheaper knife: Military w/ Fluted Ti. I'm not sure there is a more "Spyderco" knife at the top end of their price range; the rest are mostly collabs which is fine but not in-house, and the Milly is, IMO, just more well-known. Now, when the Nirvana and 40th Ann. Native are out, both of those might make a case. Native for obvious reasons, Nirvana because while it's a collab, it's also an achievement to produce.
For a standard bearer, I think it's a combination of Delica/Endura, with PM2 and DF2 tied for 2nd place, and probably the Native 5 in 3rd.
For a standard bearer, I think it's a combination of Delica/Endura, with PM2 and DF2 tied for 2nd place, and probably the Native 5 in 3rd.
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Agree. Still EDC my Delica, although it doesn't get much use these days. It's got several k of ocean miles under its belt, and been resharpened, refinished. The plastic clip has loosened a bit.EDC Honeybee wrote:Sometimes flagship can mean quintessential, in which case I would agree with delica, PM2, or DF2.
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I'm confused :confused: You started two threads on the same topic.DrtyHarry wrote:Well, MOST people that I know…..be knife nuts like some of us are or the average Joe that owns a knife (that happens to be a Spyderco). I found that the most popular and the most common model that most folks have is the Para Military 2 (PM2) in S30V.
I happen to have a PM2, but it's the "Blurple" S110V version and aside from it being just a hair on the smaller side for my hand…I honestly think it's one of the best folding knives out there, especially for the asking price.
My favorite and most used and collected model, however…is the Military. That knife fits me like a glove and I think it's just about perfect in every single way. Sure, I would like to see an option to change the position of the pocket clip. Perhaps a lock like the PM2 and perhaps it should come with a back spacer. BUT…that all aside, the Millie is my favorite.
What do you think is Spydero's FLAGSHIP model…and what is your favorite? I ask because this came up the other night with some of my fellow brothers, and figured I would ask here and see what you all had to say. Stay sharp…
DrtyHarry
Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
I only started one thread…what are you talking about?
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Technically the Sharpmaker but I would say originally the Worker and it's spawn, the Delica and Endura.
Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Not sure how two threads were made…my bad. Perhaps mods can merge them? Sorry guys…
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
There is 3 endura,delica,dragonfly
Old native and plastic stretch should also be mentioned.
So 5 lol
Old native and plastic stretch should also be mentioned.
So 5 lol
Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
I think more people have a PM2 than any other model….at least Spyderco owners that I know. And as for the best built and most useful, the Military. How many Sprint Runs did they make of the Military? And what about the PM2? I don't like the plastic scales on some of the other models…but that's just me.
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
If "flagship" is the most enduring model that the highest number of people would immediately recognize as a Spyderco...I would say Delica.
If "flagship" is the most high-end model a company produces (which is usually the meaning of flagship to my understanding) I would say the Nirvana will own that spot the moment it ships.
If "flagship" means the model that starts most people of their path to full on Spyder addition I would say PM2.
If "flagship" is the most high-end model a company produces (which is usually the meaning of flagship to my understanding) I would say the Nirvana will own that spot the moment it ships.
If "flagship" means the model that starts most people of their path to full on Spyder addition I would say PM2.
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Actually, he started 3.elena86 wrote:I'm confused :confused: You started two threads on the same topic.
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
For me, this is the most comprehensive and accurate answer.Xplorer wrote:If "flagship" is the most enduring model that the highest number of people would immediately recognize as a Spyderco...I would say Delica.
If "flagship" is the most high-end model a company produces (which is usually the meaning of flagship to my understanding) I would say the Nirvana will own that spot the moment it ships.
If "flagship" means the model that starts most people of their path to full on Spyder addition I would say PM2.
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Yeah, except 'flagship' doesn't have multiple meanings..
It's like giving different meanings to"basic"...
It's like giving different meanings to"basic"...
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
I'm sure the PM2 is a great knife , but I would be very surprised if it outsells and out numbers the Delica and the rest of the FRN family .
So my vote is for the Delica , but the original Police is also an icon of the Spyderco range and must get a mention as well for nostalgic reasons .
Ken
So my vote is for the Delica , but the original Police is also an icon of the Spyderco range and must get a mention as well for nostalgic reasons .
Ken
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Re: What is Spyderco's FLAGSHIP model?
Sal did once mention that the stainless Police model has been in the top ten bestselling Spyderco knives every year since it was introduced way back in 1984. I'm pretty sure it has also made more screen appearances than any other Spyderco knife.