First Knife of 2018

[Diamondback]

I received a Sprint Caly 3 HAP40 last week...it exudes Moki-built quality. VERY nice attention to fit and finish...and quite reasonable for just under $130. This is a knife that will last and satisfy for many, many years. Nice work, Sal and Co. !

[abbazaba]

I had gifted myself my first Spyderco this xmas, the PM2. Though I really appreciate the design and function, I find myself targeting designs with blades 3” or less. Fast forward a few weeks now, and I’ve added a few more pairs! I’ve enjoyed exploring the different models and steels out there, but expect to slow down for the time-being. Feeling good about my choices thus far, and hope I can do these steels justice with the Sharpmaker.

Always appreciate the passion and enthusiasm of the forum threads. I’ve been a long-time enthusiast of Oakley eyewear, so have some experience with how easy it is to get carried away with a hobby like this. But for now, here is where 3 weeks of purchases have left me:

Very nice selections! You're doing it right! Slow down? Hehe.. Where's the Manix? Get that Caly3 sprint before it's gone. Techno looks nice right? How about that slim Sage2? I bet that Delica would be fun

[xceptnl]

I had gifted myself my first Spyderco this xmas, the PM2. Though I really appreciate the design and function, I find myself targeting designs with blades 3” or less. Fast forward a few weeks now, and I’ve added a few more pairs! I’ve enjoyed exploring the different models and steels out there, but expect to slow down for the time-being. Feeling good about my choices thus far, and hope I can do these steels justice with the Sharpmaker.

Always appreciate the passion and enthusiasm of the forum threads. I’ve been a long-time enthusiast of Oakley eyewear, so have some experience with how easy it is to get carried away with a hobby like this. But for now, here is where 3 weeks of purchases have left me:

Very nice selections! You're doing it right! Slow down? Hehe.. Where's the Manix? Get that Caly3 sprint before it's gone. Techno looks nice right? How about that slim Sage2? I bet that Delica would be fun

Enabler much?
He is right though, so many great models and so little time to try them all. I suggest pants with more pockets to help you on your journey

[abbazaba]

Technically my first knife of 2018 was a BK7, but my first Spydie is this beautiful PITS. Lighter and a little smaller than I imagined, but the ergos are incredible. This knife looks, feels, and handles like a dream. Very thin behind the edge, and the "lock" inspires a different kind of confidence. Overall this is a must have at the closeout price IMO.

[Sharp Guy]

Technically my first knife of 2018 was a BK7, but my first Spydie is this beautiful PITS. Lighter and a little smaller than I imagined, but the ergos are incredible. This knife looks, feels, and handles like a dream. Very thin behind the edge, and the "lock" inspires a different kind of confidence. Overall this is a must have at the closeout price IMO.

I'm still really tempted to order one of these and this pic might just push me over the edge. Is that the real world color of the blue titanium? The blue looks more subdued in other pics I've seen.

[abbazaba]

Technically my first knife of 2018 was a BK7, but my first Spydie is this beautiful PITS. Lighter and a little smaller than I imagined, but the ergos are incredible. This knife looks, feels, and handles like a dream. Very thin behind the edge, and the "lock" inspires a different kind of confidence. Overall this is a must have at the closeout price IMO.

I'm still really tempted to order one of these and this pic might just push me over the edge. Is that the real world color of the blue titanium? The blue looks more subdued in other pics I've seen.

It's metallic, so it varies. On average it looks more subdued, but an overcast day with a dark background really made it pop. Being anodized they might all be a little different.

[murphjd25]

Got my chefs knife today. Going to put it to work for dinner tonight:) Then off to Xtreme Ice Racing!

[Ric]

Ordered BBS Para 3 smurf.
Bought at my favourite dealer my second Lil Native. Modified my existing one so no finger pecking at closing. And because the toolbox was open I also modded my Sliverax.

Sal would be proud - no knife queens but users / tools!

[xxbioxx]

Hello. I bought my first knife in 2018. It’s mantra. Anybody can help me how can I protect the m4 blade? Thank you

[abbazaba]

Hello. I bought my first knife in 2018. It’s mantra. Anybody can help me how can I protect the m4 blade? Thank you

Just keeping it clean works pretty well for me. Some people leave a light coat I'd oil or Vaseline on the blade to protect it from staining.

[ronT2]

Technically my first knife of 2018 was a BK7, but my first Spydie is this beautiful PITS. Lighter and a little smaller than I imagined, but the ergos are incredible. This knife looks, feels, and handles like a dream. Very thin behind the edge, and the "lock" inspires a different kind of confidence. Overall this is a must have at the closeout price IMO.

I'm still really tempted to order one of these and this pic might just push me over the edge. Is that the real world color of the blue titanium? The blue looks more subdued in other pics I've seen.

It's metallic, so it varies. On average it looks more subdued, but an overcast day with a dark background really made it pop. Being anodized they might all be a little different.

It took a while but I finely picked up one of these as well for my first knife of 2018. I couldn't pass it up for $119 at the last 20% off ebay sale. Great knife, a little stiff but still very nice. Great addition to the collection!

[ronT2]

Hello. I bought my first knife in 2018. It’s mantra. Anybody can help me how can I protect the m4 blade? Thank you

I've been using a product called Corrosion X on my GB2 and Mantra. So far it's been working pretty well. You might not want to use it if you use your knife for food prep though. Just another option...

[Mako109]

Still trying to fulfill my 2017 Spyderco wishlist which consists of one model, the Advocate. Finally ordered the Advocate CQI and anxiously awaiting its' delivery.

[attila]

Just arrived:
Wow! This is nice, with far better fit and finish than on either HAP40 Caly 3 I have!

[kitanis]

I started off my 2018 by buying my Manix 2 Lightweight in Maxamet.. and three weeks later I found an opportunity to buy a Native 5 Lightweight in the same steel..

Love it...

Now.. I have plans to buy Lil Native and possibly a Para 3 before the end of the year

[Flizwit]

Just like oldirty9014, long time lurker and decided this would be a great topic for a first post.

I’m very excited for 2018, my first Spyderco knife purchase is definitely going to be the Techno 2, followed by the Rhino.

After that it’s gets a bit murky, undecided between Smock, Sliverax, Mantra 3, Brouwer, or Paysan.

Definitely going to have to sell some of the collection to fund this year.

[murphjd25]

A Chapparal FRN was my first Spyderco purchase of 2018, and my next and last will be the Redback Spyder!

[mjdragonfly]

I got all of my Spyderco in 2018, a Dragonfly 2 in foliage green G10 in VG10 steel a Dragonfly 2 in ZDP-189 a Delica 4 in VG10 with brown FRN a Delica 4 in ZDP-189 an Endura 4 in ZDP-189 a Manix 2 LW in Maxamet a Manix 2 LW in S110V and a Manix 2 backlock in S30V. Looking to find a Manix 2 in G10 Blurple with S110V an introvert and if it comes out a Manix 2 backlock in Maxamet.

[polyhexamethyl]

my actual first 2018 spydie was the lc200n mule, but since i got it as replacement for a knife i bought in 2017 that doesnt count so it will be the pits (this thread made me buy one and the PPT sprint

[ThePeacent]

Just like oldirty9014, long time lurker and decided this would be a great topic for a first post.

I’m very excited for 2018, my first Spyderco knife purchase is definitely going to be the Techno 2, followed by the Rhino.

After that it’s gets a bit murky, undecided between Smock, Sliverax, Mantra 3, Brouwer, or Paysan.

Definitely going to have to sell some of the collection to fund this year.

welcome!

That Techno will sure be a very nice pick to get you down into the Spydiehole!