Kapara CQI
Kapara CQI
So the Kapara even got better:
https://youtu.be/xECQ1_ySisM
This raises questions:
- which serials will have the upgraded version?
- can we hope for pivot bushings on other knives, too?
- when we gonna see the overdue LC200 Kapara?
:rolleyes:
https://youtu.be/xECQ1_ySisM
This raises questions:
- which serials will have the upgraded version?
- can we hope for pivot bushings on other knives, too?
- when we gonna see the overdue LC200 Kapara?
:rolleyes:
Re: Kapara CQI
I decided I finally want one and messaged DLT on Instagram to ask how to make sure it’s the updated version... they told me they don’t have any of the pre-CQI Kapara in stock so it’s a guarantee. Maybe that’s the same for other retailers, dunno, but DLT is definitely a safe source for it.
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Re: Kapara CQI
The Kapara sold out quickly globally so I'd say the chances of getting a pre- CQI one new from a dealer is somewhere between extremely unlikely to non existing.aaronkb wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:28 pmI decided I finally want one and messaged DLT on Instagram to ask how to make sure it’s the updated version... they told me they don’t have any of they’re-CQI Kapara in stock so it’s a guarantee. Maybe that’s the same for other retailers, dunno, but DLT is definitely a safe source for it.
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My first run Kapara was exceptional - no observed issues whatsoever just had to adjust for the sharpened edge length difference between that and my PM2 for closing without giving myself small cuts on my index finger lol...
What were the issues requiring change?
What were the issues requiring change?
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Typo/autocorrect changed the meaning of my comment - was trying to say they don’t have any of the PRE-CQI in stock... just in case I confused anyone. Don’t wanna spread misinformation.
Good to know that’s probably the case everywhere!
Good to know that’s probably the case everywhere!
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Yep. This.Larry_Mott wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:35 pmThe Kapara sold out quickly globally so I'd say the chances of getting a pre- CQI one new from a dealer is somewhere between extremely unlikely to non existing.aaronkb wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:28 pmI decided I finally want one and messaged DLT on Instagram to ask how to make sure it’s the updated version... they told me they don’t have any of they’re-CQI Kapara in stock so it’s a guarantee. Maybe that’s the same for other retailers, dunno, but DLT is definitely a safe source for it.
I would love to see an LC200N Kapara though!
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I'll third that. Kapara Salt please!! LC200N is the perfect match for a food-prep oriented knife.rivy wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:19 pmYep. This.Larry_Mott wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:35 pmThe Kapara sold out quickly globally so I'd say the chances of getting a pre- CQI one new from a dealer is somewhere between extremely unlikely to non existing.aaronkb wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:28 pmI decided I finally want one and messaged DLT on Instagram to ask how to make sure it’s the updated version... they told me they don’t have any of they’re-CQI Kapara in stock so it’s a guarantee. Maybe that’s the same for other retailers, dunno, but DLT is definitely a safe source for it.
I would love to see an LC200N Kapara though!
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All of the boxes have a date code printed on them. The first run, has a date code of 'JR' on it, which is Oct. 2018. This latest run, CQI, has a date code of 'HS' on it (Aug. 2019). There may have been a run in between those two, but I don't think so, and it would not have been a CQI version.
What everyone else here has said, has to be the case. These flat sold out, on the first run. As I bought one of the very last ones of the first run, and also a second one, later, from this CQI run. On Sept. 10th 2019.
What everyone else here has said, has to be the case. These flat sold out, on the first run. As I bought one of the very last ones of the first run, and also a second one, later, from this CQI run. On Sept. 10th 2019.
Re: Kapara CQI
I fourth this! Lc200n and some more budget-friendly textured g10 would be awesome.DukeNiemand wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:36 pmI'll third that. Kapara Salt please!! LC200N is the perfect match for a food-prep oriented knife.rivy wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:19 pmYep. This.Larry_Mott wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:35 pmThe Kapara sold out quickly globally so I'd say the chances of getting a pre- CQI one new from a dealer is somewhere between extremely unlikely to non existing.aaronkb wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:28 pmI decided I finally want one and messaged DLT on Instagram to ask how to make sure it’s the updated version... they told me they don’t have any of they’re-CQI Kapara in stock so it’s a guarantee. Maybe that’s the same for other retailers, dunno, but DLT is definitely a safe source for it.
I would love to see an LC200N Kapara though!
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Should've been LC200N to begin with.
My only real complaint was that it pinched me if I opened it with the Spyderhole. Everything else was bang on.
My only real complaint was that it pinched me if I opened it with the Spyderhole. Everything else was bang on.
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That's a great idea! FRN Kapara lightweight maybe?JuPaul wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 7:21 pmI fourth this! Lc200n and some more budget-friendly textured g10 would be awesome.DukeNiemand wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:36 pmI'll third that. Kapara Salt please!! LC200N is the perfect match for a food-prep oriented knife.rivy wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:19 pmYep. This.Larry_Mott wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:35 pm
The Kapara sold out quickly globally so I'd say the chances of getting a pre- CQI one new from a dealer is somewhere between extremely unlikely to non existing.
I would love to see an LC200N Kapara though!
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Exactly!
I have to disagree, one of my absolute favorite parts of this knife was the beautiful contoured CF!DukeNiemand wrote:That's a great idea! FRN Kapara lightweight maybe?JuPaul wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 7:21 pmI fourth this! Lc200n and some more budget-friendly textured g10 would be awesome.DukeNiemand wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:36 pmI'll third that. Kapara Salt please!! LC200N is the perfect match for a food-prep oriented knife.
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Can't we have both?!Sumdumguy wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 8:38 pmExactly!
I have to disagree, one of my absolute favorite parts of this knife was the beautiful contoured CF!DukeNiemand wrote:That's a great idea! FRN Kapara lightweight maybe?JuPaul wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 7:21 pmI fourth this! Lc200n and some more budget-friendly textured g10 would be awesome.DukeNiemand wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 5:36 pm
I'll third that. Kapara Salt please!! LC200N is the perfect match for a food-prep oriented knife.
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Hi Kleon,
Welcome to our forum.
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And risk plunging the world into anarchy? I think not!
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Re: Kapara CQI
Kleon wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:53 pmMy first run Kapara was exceptional - no observed issues whatsoever just had to adjust for the sharpened edge length difference between that and my PM2 for closing without giving myself small cuts on my index finger lol...
What were the issues requiring change?
Welcome to the Spydero Forums, Kleon! :)
As far as I know, and Sal can correct me if I am missing something. They just changed the knife from having a pivot pin, to having a pivot bushing. So now it's more Manix 2 and Paramilitary like, in that area, and with its action.
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The CQI Kapara actually has a "removable" pivot bushing, unlike the bushing on the PM2 that is pressed into the blade. Nick Shabazz just did a disassembly video showing that:SteveMidwest wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 11:05 pmKleon wrote: ↑Thu Oct 10, 2019 3:53 pmMy first run Kapara was exceptional - no observed issues whatsoever just had to adjust for the sharpened edge length difference between that and my PM2 for closing without giving myself small cuts on my index finger lol...
What were the issues requiring change?
Welcome to the Spydero Forums, Kleon! :)
As far as I know, and Sal can correct me if I am missing something. They just changed the knife from having a pivot pin, to having a pivot bushing. So now it's more Manix 2 and Paramilitary like, in that area, and with its action.
https://youtu.be/xECQ1_ySisM
Re: Kapara CQI
Thank you sir. I have been using your work for decades starting with my Gin-1 Co-Pilot and Police Models up to my current addiction the YoJimbo and Shaman... although the Military has not left the left pocket of my duty pants for 20 years...
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Re: Kapara CQI
I hope that's the type of bushing system that will be on the Sage 5 LW. If it is thats gonna be a must-buy for me. Although I still might spring for the Kapara itself.
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