Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
I can also see a third party making complete handle kits or rough kits that you would sand and epoxy yourself.
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
OK Chris,
You have our attention. Can I buy one of the smaller model? How long is it? Can you email me on refinements on the "old" handle? (sglesser@spyderco.com)
As far as the cost of the investment, every model is a gamble. When I first got involved in the Bushcraft concept, the ergonomics of the handle were not first thought, but afterthought and this forum brought us the "Nasa" version. I think that the handle is a bit of a classic, even for a daft Brit There might be a way to share the design with more folks.
The concept of ergonomics in using a knife for a long period of time is an interesting path to explore.
sal
You have our attention. Can I buy one of the smaller model? How long is it? Can you email me on refinements on the "old" handle? (sglesser@spyderco.com)
As far as the cost of the investment, every model is a gamble. When I first got involved in the Bushcraft concept, the ergonomics of the handle were not first thought, but afterthought and this forum brought us the "Nasa" version. I think that the handle is a bit of a classic, even for a daft Brit There might be a way to share the design with more folks.
The concept of ergonomics in using a knife for a long period of time is an interesting path to explore.
sal
Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
Oh boy! This could leade to some interesting model :eek: :D
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Awesome!! This is cool place. Can't wait to hear more about this project!
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
Sal,
8" total, 3 5/8 blade. 110g (3.88oz). For comparison, the Proficient is about 8.75"oal, 4" blade 183g (6.45oz).
It is a refinement of the one I showed you when I saw you last. I will drop you an email.
I didn't mean to derail discussion of variants to the existing knife. I wanted a picture of handle texture that wasn't copyright, or promoted another brand's knife :o
Daft Brit indeed :p I would remind you that half my daft is from your side of the Big Pond!
ATB
Chris
8" total, 3 5/8 blade. 110g (3.88oz). For comparison, the Proficient is about 8.75"oal, 4" blade 183g (6.45oz).
It is a refinement of the one I showed you when I saw you last. I will drop you an email.
I didn't mean to derail discussion of variants to the existing knife. I wanted a picture of handle texture that wasn't copyright, or promoted another brand's knife :o
Daft Brit indeed :p I would remind you that half my daft is from your side of the Big Pond!
ATB
Chris
Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
This was one those best derailements that could happened :DC_Claycomb wrote: ↑Mon Oct 26, 2020 7:03 amSal,
8" total, 3 5/8 blade. 110g (3.88oz). For comparison, the Proficient is about 8.75"oal, 4" blade 183g (6.45oz).
It is a refinement of the one I showed you when I saw you last. I will drop you an email.
I didn't mean to derail discussion of variants to the existing knife. I wanted a picture of handle texture that wasn't copyright, or promoted another brand's knife :o
Daft Brit indeed :p I would remind you that half my daft is from your side of the Big Pond!
ATB
Chris
I think that smaller Proficient with molded FRN handle ala Moran fixed would be cool as heck
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That smaller knife looks fantastic.
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
It sounds like I need to nab that "NASA" Proficient while I can :)
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Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
In my opinion, the "Nasa" Proficient is one of the better fixed blades on the market. Once they're gone, we probably won't do a re-run.
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
Noted! I've got one incoming :)
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Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!
Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!
Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
I can't believe you guys "made me" order the Proficient. Well that is at least what I telling my wife if she finds out I ordered another expensive knife. I needed a good fixed blade for camping and hiking. After all the good reviews, I just decided to go for it. I'm looking forward to it coming in.
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
I’m giving the proficient some thought. As Sal said, this could be one and done due to the costs to manufacture. I have a south fork. Different purposes, but same great S90v.
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Y’all please buy them all up. S90V and Carbon Fiber don’t sound all that appealing to me in this package, but when Sal says it’s a great knife I have a hard time keeping my wallet closed. Don’t need, don’t need, don’t need...I’ll be over here in the corner convincing myself :)
Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
I ll said it for 1000nd time, carbon fibre and S90V Proficient is gorgeous knife, but beyond my price range.
FRN molded handle and tool steel smaller Proficient? That is something very interesting.
FRN molded handle and tool steel smaller Proficient? That is something very interesting.
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
Hey Chris,
I'm still waiting for that email?
sal
I'm still waiting for that email?
sal
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:o
Yeah...today.
Yeah...today.
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
Chris, Sal,
This Proficient is one of the most comfortable knives I've ever held. There's been a lot of knives that hurt in a few spots, a few that don't hurt at all, and then there's this marvel.
It'll take some time to feel okay putting such a nice blade through its paces, but I know my hands will be happy!
This Proficient is one of the most comfortable knives I've ever held. There's been a lot of knives that hurt in a few spots, a few that don't hurt at all, and then there's this marvel.
It'll take some time to feel okay putting such a nice blade through its paces, but I know my hands will be happy!
EDC Rotation: PITS, Damasteel Urban, Shaman, Ikuchi, Amalgam, CruCarta Shaman, Sage 5 LW, Serrated Caribbean Sheepsfoot CQI, XHP Shaman, M4/Micarta Shaman, 15v Shaman
Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!
Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!
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Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
I think I might want a kydex sheath to boost the carry options. Any recommendations?
EDC Rotation: PITS, Damasteel Urban, Shaman, Ikuchi, Amalgam, CruCarta Shaman, Sage 5 LW, Serrated Caribbean Sheepsfoot CQI, XHP Shaman, M4/Micarta Shaman, 15v Shaman
Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!
Fixed Blades: Proficient, Magnacut Mule
Special and Sentimental: Southard, Squarehead LW, Ouroboros, Calendar Para 3 LW, 40th Anniversary Native, Ti Native, Calendar Watu, Tanto PM2
Would like to own again: CQI Caribbean Sheepsfoot PE, Watu
Wishlist: Magnacut, Shaman Sprints!
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SheathPro.com makes Spyderco's Boltaron ( hi line Kydex ) sheaths.
FYI, I took the plastic insert out of my leather sheath and it works fine.
sal.
FYI, I took the plastic insert out of my leather sheath and it works fine.
sal.
Re: Cruwear micarta Bushcraft/Proficient
Count me interested!
Don’t have a lot to add other than I like to quietly follow interesting threads and see where they lead. It’s an odd form of enjoyment to see the progression.
Anyway, I’ll leave my small influence in the form of encouragement.
I’m in love with concept of a FRN version of this knife and/or that smaller version!
Don’t have a lot to add other than I like to quietly follow interesting threads and see where they lead. It’s an odd form of enjoyment to see the progression.
Anyway, I’ll leave my small influence in the form of encouragement.
I’m in love with concept of a FRN version of this knife and/or that smaller version!
rex121 is the king of steel, but nature’s teeth have been cutting for hundreds of millions of years and counting :cool: