It is now in BD-1N steel with Grey G-10. Unfortunately the Denim G-10 was changed.
I'm not sure about the Polestar, but there have been batches of the Alcyone with both BD1N steel and the blue/grey denim G-10. They're probably harder to find now, though.
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It is now in BD-1N steel with Grey G-10. Unfortunately the Denim G-10 was changed.
I'm not sure about the Polestar, but there have been batches of the Alcyone with both BD1N steel and the blue/grey denim G-10. They're probably harder to find now, though.
Yup. Two separate changes. I think only the most recent batch has the grey g10, while it's had bd1n for a while. You might be able to find new old stock stock with the patterned scales, but probably best to call and verify if it's important to you.
I think the original g10 looked better, but I can see it being polarizing. Most people like grey or at least don't dislike it.
The purpose of the original design was to be a smaller military that would work for the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. The Alcyone was the smaller version. I felt that the two designs would be a good offering for Scouts. They could learn knives with quality piece, Walker Linerlock for easy one hand close with gloves, small enough, and large enough for good work. Made in China, by one of our good makers so it wouldn't be hard on the pocketbook.
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I recently picked up an older version alcyone with the “denim” handles and bd1 steel. When I chose it, it was over a bunch of other Spydercos in hand. I kind of wish I also threw down on the polestar!
I’m still trying to figure out what edge treatment works best for this steel and blade geometry but as far as the whole package is concerned, they are very very nice knives, period!
Extremely thoughtful design and great fit and finish. I half wonder if these would have done better as the value line knives that received s35vn. Either way, they are fantastic
