Watu...AKA Lil Chokwe
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Managed to pinch myself 4 times with the comp.lock tab already
In the collection : Lots of different steels, in lots of different (and same) Spydercos.
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So try to find the Chokwe, AKA big Watu with its frame lock...
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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That and timing. You will get it.
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Re: Watu...AKA Lil Chokwe
Ahah ! There is a similarity between the two yes ^^.
That could be a thing, might not be easy in Europe tho !
In the collection : Lots of different steels, in lots of different (and same) Spydercos.
Robin. Finally made an IG : ramo_knives
MNOSD member 004* aka Mr. N5s
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Don't think it is to easy in the USA either. Only seen one on felabay
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ups, meant to edit typos.
In the collection : Lots of different steels, in lots of different (and same) Spydercos.
Robin. Finally made an IG : ramo_knives
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When I was at the SFO the other month, they had a display of different handles asking people for opinions. When I inquired as to whether they were actually considering a run, I was told they were just curious what people liked. For all the work they did to create these and bother asking opinions, I'd hope they might actually make one.
Personally, I like the #3 High Gloss Partial Bug the most, though would prefer a more natural looking satin finish to the wood.
(Note: the "#1 High Gloss" slot on the very left did not have an example knife)
Personally, I like the #3 High Gloss Partial Bug the most, though would prefer a more natural looking satin finish to the wood.
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They didn’t make these scales. They were made by a guitar inlay guy named “Trifecta” on Instagram. His real name is Chris. He’s a nice guy. I bought some bacon scales from him.jabba359 wrote: ↑Sun Mar 20, 2022 6:30 pmWhen I was at the SFO the other month, they had a display of different handles asking people for opinions. When I inquired as to whether they were actually considering a run, I was told they were just curious what people liked. For all the work they did to create these and bother asking opinions, I'd hope they might actually make one.IMG_20032022_172439_(2000_x_1500_pixel).jpg
(Note: the "#1 High Gloss" slot on the very left did not have an example knife)
Personally, I like the #3 High Gloss Partial Bug the most, though would prefer a more natural looking satin finish to the wood.
Was never a space cadet, but with LC200N I might be more in space than a cadet.
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Definitely the one on the right, makes the Watu stay the Watu while bringing some style toban alreasy classy knife.
Chokwe has a confirmed order, its gonna get there soon. If anyone owns one i posted in the counterfeits subforum.ty
Chokwe has a confirmed order, its gonna get there soon. If anyone owns one i posted in the counterfeits subforum.ty
In the collection : Lots of different steels, in lots of different (and same) Spydercos.
Robin. Finally made an IG : ramo_knives
MNOSD member 004* aka Mr. N5s
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Thanks for the info, I'll have to check him out!
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I'm on fence with this one. As @Bolster mentioned, it could have more durable steel with that tip. K390 version in linen micarta would be great.
Current collection: Lil Temperance G10, Shaman, Lil Native, Massad Ayoob cruwear, Smock, Street Beat, Street Bowie, Para 3, PM2 purple G10 cruwear, Canis, Rhino, Endura 4 K390, Watu, Kapara, Amalgam, Sliverax, Police 4 se K390, Police 4 pe K390, Khukuri, Barong, Ulize.
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Even with Knifecenter's Pakkawood this would be interesting.
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Re: Watu...AKA Lil Chokwe
Hard to decide. I like futuristic design, cf, cl, size, only that thin tip is something I'm afraid while thing is not cheap. Is this really the thiniest tip in Spyderco or very tip is comparable to Yojimbo or other models with fine tip and ffg like Para 3?
Current collection: Lil Temperance G10, Shaman, Lil Native, Massad Ayoob cruwear, Smock, Street Beat, Street Bowie, Para 3, PM2 purple G10 cruwear, Canis, Rhino, Endura 4 K390, Watu, Kapara, Amalgam, Sliverax, Police 4 se K390, Police 4 pe K390, Khukuri, Barong, Ulize.
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I'm not sure how useful this is due to the different grinds of the models but for comparison if I sandwich the tip of the 3 knives with a caliper here are the measurements I get.
Watu .51 mm
Yojimbo .52 mm
Para 3 .83mm
-Turbo
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Thanks. Seems that very tip is similar in many knives I have, only 2,5 mm blade stock in Watu tapering quickly, gives impression that tip is weaker.
Current collection: Lil Temperance G10, Shaman, Lil Native, Massad Ayoob cruwear, Smock, Street Beat, Street Bowie, Para 3, PM2 purple G10 cruwear, Canis, Rhino, Endura 4 K390, Watu, Kapara, Amalgam, Sliverax, Police 4 se K390, Police 4 pe K390, Khukuri, Barong, Ulize.
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I played with the big brother yesterday and wanted to show the result ! Did not feel the need for a new thread for it though .
I used some carbon fiber and I have to say that I'm really pleased with the result for my first attempt at folder scale(s) !
Of course, the Watu is coming soon
I used some carbon fiber and I have to say that I'm really pleased with the result for my first attempt at folder scale(s) !
Of course, the Watu is coming soon
In the collection : Lots of different steels, in lots of different (and same) Spydercos.
Robin. Finally made an IG : ramo_knives
MNOSD member 004* aka Mr. N5s
Robin. Finally made an IG : ramo_knives
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Rightfully so!! -... amazing scales, honestly!!!
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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Wow! Very nice!
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Those are awesome Robin!! I have been looking for a scale solution for the Watu. Let us know when you get your online store up and running.
- Jeff
May your feet be warm and dry and your throat warm with whiskey. A knife in hand or in the sock band.
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May your feet be warm and dry and your throat warm with whiskey. A knife in hand or in the sock band.
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