Endela paradigm shift!
Endela paradigm shift!
Hello all, I got my new 2020 catalogue in today and while I was salivating over all the models I want to pick up when funds allow, one thing really caught my eye that I never thought would...
The Endela!
While the release of the Endela was welcomed for sure, and I did plan on trying one out at some point, it just seemed...boring?
It's just a smaller Endura right?
That's when I saw it in the catalogue, true to size. And wow, did it seem pretty perfect!
Now, I still love my Enduras, but due to their size, and the way I carry them I will always supplement with a smaller folder as well (ie a Chaparral, Dragonfly, etc) for smaller knife related tasks. But, the Endela seems to be in my personal sweet spot of blade size that works perfectly as a stand-alone carry knife.
Let's just say the Endela has been shortlisted for my next purchase as of today :D.
Now for a Wharncliffe Endela! And K390!
:spyder: :spyder: :spyder:
The Endela!
While the release of the Endela was welcomed for sure, and I did plan on trying one out at some point, it just seemed...boring?
It's just a smaller Endura right?
That's when I saw it in the catalogue, true to size. And wow, did it seem pretty perfect!
Now, I still love my Enduras, but due to their size, and the way I carry them I will always supplement with a smaller folder as well (ie a Chaparral, Dragonfly, etc) for smaller knife related tasks. But, the Endela seems to be in my personal sweet spot of blade size that works perfectly as a stand-alone carry knife.
Let's just say the Endela has been shortlisted for my next purchase as of today :D.
Now for a Wharncliffe Endela! And K390!
:spyder: :spyder: :spyder:
Justin :spyder:
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
I'm waiting for the k390 sprint, but I definitely want to try one as well.
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Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Glad you opened your eyes to the Endela! :)
Here is a thread featuring a lot info and discussion about the Endela, on page 1 there are pics with a size comparison to the Endura:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=83925
I still prefer the longer blade of the Endura, but really, really love to carry and use my Endela. Just some points why:
- For many tasks it has the perfect size and blade length (in fact it has both the akmost exact same handle and blade length as PM2 and Stretch 2)
- It has a very generous handle (more grip area on the actual hande than on the PM2 or Stretch 2 handle) that feels a bit more handfilling than the Endura handle (probably due to the "points" between the finger placements are mellowed out)
- It is a noticable slimmer carry than PM2 or Stretch 2
- It looks just perfectly balanced and "hamonic" (The Endura can look a bit long, the Delica a bit "skinny", though I love both (especially the Endura), don´t get me wrong!)
- AND :Well... it comes in ffg SE (Endura and Delica only in sabre grind SE), and that (SE) is certainly the version I would recommend...
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Wartstein wrote: ↑Wed Apr 01, 2020 3:11 pmGlad you opened your eyes to the Endela! :)
Here is a thread featuring a lot info and discussion about the Endela, on page 1 there are pics with a size comparison to the Endura:
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=83925
I still prefer the longer blade of the Endura, but really, really love to carry and use my Endela. Just some points why:
- For many tasks it has the perfect size and blade length (in fact it has both the akmost exact same handle and blade length as PM2 and Stretch 2)
- It has a very generous handle (more grip area on the actual hande than on the PM2 or Stretch 2 handle) that feels a bit more handfilling than the Endura handle (probably due to the "points" between the finger placements are mellowed out)
- It is a noticable slimmer carry than PM2 or Stretch 2
- It looks just perfectly balanced and "hamonic" (The Endura can look a bit long, the Delica a bit "skinny", though I love both (especially the Endura), don´t get me wrong!)
- AND :Well... it comes in ffg SE (Endura and Delica only in sabre grind SE), and that (SE) is certainly the version I would recommend...
Thanks Wartstein! I will be going with the SE version. It seems like a great candidate to be my first full SE spydie
Justin :spyder:
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Great! Can´t wait till you report back how you like it (if you want) :)
Do you have a sharpmaker? I hope so, it makes touching up Spydercos SE really fun and easy...
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Hi JustinB,
That was the plan for the design. I carry one often, serrated. It is interesting to note that the small difference in size hits a target I aimed for. The Harrier 2 serves the same goal.
sal
That was the plan for the design. I carry one often, serrated. It is interesting to note that the small difference in size hits a target I aimed for. The Harrier 2 serves the same goal.
sal
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
I do plan on doing a follow up on my experience with full SE after putting it to use for a bit. Good to know I can put the sharpmaker to good use for touchups too!
Justin :spyder:
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Funny how I don’t like that size range, but the Endela just feels awesome, and it wants to cut. PE and SE. I like them both. Perfect weight too.
- best wishes, Jazz.
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You need a Harrier 2. Trust me.
So many knives, so few pockets... :)
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The "Spirit" of the design does not come through unless used. -Sal
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Endela supporter here. Have an Endura, several Delicas (and a couple of larger models) and find that the Endela is the best feel/fit for my not large hands. Waiting on some frn colors (purple) and perhaps some other steels to get (at least) a 2nd one.
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My only problem with the Endela is the Stretch. :-D
I wonder, does anyone have both?
I wonder, does anyone have both?
I'm happiest with Micarta and Tool Steel.
Top four in rotation: K390 + GCM PM2, ZCarta Shaman, Crucarta PM2, K390 + GCM Straight Spine Stretch.
Top four in rotation: K390 + GCM PM2, ZCarta Shaman, Crucarta PM2, K390 + GCM Straight Spine Stretch.
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
I do have both!kennethsime wrote: ↑Wed Apr 01, 2020 9:04 pmMy only problem with the Endela is the Stretch. :-D
I wonder, does anyone have both?
At the moment just several Stretch 1 and an Endela, but I also had two Stretch 2
As said, in length dimensions Endela and Stretch are virtually the same (handle, blade and edge length)
The Stretch 2 is wider though, both in pocket and in hand and a bit heavier...
I'd have a tough time if I had to decide between Endela and Stretch 2. Sure, the latter has the "magic Stretch ergos", but for me the Endela ergos are perfect too in a different way.
I'd probably take the Endela, but just cause I can get it in SE and not so the Stretch 2..
If I had to decide though between Stretch 1 and Endela: I think it would be the Stretch 1.
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Yes, the Endela just feels smaller and lighter, but not. It is a masterful design for the 3.5" size range.
- best wishes, Jazz.
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Endela's the bomb! Especially with birthday present scales from my fiancé!
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Beautiful scales there! From Suingab it looks like? He does great workLarry_Mott wrote: ↑Thu Apr 02, 2020 7:52 amEndela's the bomb! Especially with birthday present scales from my fiancé!
Justin :spyder:
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Larry_Mott wrote: ↑Thu Apr 02, 2020 7:52 amEndela's the bomb! Especially with birthday present scales from my fiancé!
Man!! That's beautiful! Exactly what I want for one of my Stretch 1s... what kind of wood is that?
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
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They're from Andrej / Suingab alright. He does amazing work. Fit and finish is right up there with OEM. These are Ironwood.
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Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Will be interested if a Salt version ever comes out.
Re: Endela paradigm shift!
Depends on how well the Endela sells: viewtopic.php?f=2&t=85893&p=1396951&hil ... a#p1398623
I'd love to see an "Whatever" Salt in Endela size too...
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)