I think the larger thumb hole and taller ramp is only on the sheepsfoot/regular style blade on the Salt 2. I believe the wharncliffe is regular Delica hump and hole size.
Wonder why this is - wharnie Salt 2 having a smaller thumb hole / less steep ramp than the "regular" Salt 2?
Probably they figured with the taller blade of the "regular" Salt 2 the wharnie Salt 2 would get a too big footprint when closed?
Anyway: I don´t really notice a difference in operation between the smaller Delica and larger Salt 2 ("regular") ramp, do generally like the taller blade of the Salt 2 but as said do prefer the Delica ergos when actually putting the thumb on the ramp (which I almost never do anyways).
What is still true for the wharnie Salt 2, just going by the specs on the Spyderco site: 2 to 3 mm more blade / edge than the Delica (depending on which particular Delica model one looks).
I like that. Not only functionwise, I also think the blade to handle ratio looks more "harmonic" on the Salt 2.
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)
One thing against the Salt, mine is not super smooth on the pivot. I don't know if mine could eb adjusted better, or if the washer running directly on the polymer handle creates some friction. I don't care about that and if you're looking at backlocks, maybe you don't either.
Is it grittiness or more of a stop or break in the action? I just compared my Salt2s to my Delicas after this post and I noticed a "1/3" stop during close and opening - as opposed to some non-locking folders with a half-stop. My H1 and Delicas don't have this stop only my lc200n. My guess is the lockbar spring is meeting something on the bottom of the lockbar.
I think the larger thumb hole and taller ramp is only on the sheepsfoot/regular style blade on the Salt 2. I believe the wharncliffe is regular Delica hump and hole size.
Wonder why this is - wharnie Salt 2 having a smaller thumb hole / less steep ramp than the "regular" Salt 2?
Probably they figured with the taller blade of the "regular" Salt 2 the wharnie Salt 2 would get a too big footprint when closed?
Anyway: I don´t really notice a difference in operation between the smaller Delica and larger Salt 2 ("regular") ramp, do generally like the taller blade of the Salt 2 but as said do prefer the Delica ergos when actually putting the thumb on the ramp (which I almost never do anyways).
What is still true for the wharnie Salt 2, just going by the specs on the Spyderco site: 2 to 3 mm more blade / edge than the Delica (depending on which particular Delica model one looks).
I like that. Not only functionwise, I also think the blade to handle ratio looks more "harmonic" on the Salt 2.
i didn't realize it was different either. one of the reasons i like the salts is the larger opening hole. i'm not sure why i prefer it, but i do. it's one of the reasons i like the manix also. i don't have a salt 2 yet, but if i ever move somewhere that the pac salt is illegal to carry, i'm definitely going to get at least one.
if you all want a smoother salt knife, the caribbean is the smoothest knife i own. second would be the spydiechef. taichung knows what they're doing.
eta: i'm actually carrying these two knives today and they're probably tied for smoothness. the caribbean has a different feel though. the travel feels lighter easier. the spydiechef is slower and doesn't drop free because of the constant pressure from the lock bar, but it's still so smooth.
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I think the larger thumb hole and taller ramp is only on the sheepsfoot/regular style blade on the Salt 2. I believe the wharncliffe is regular Delica hump and hole size.
Wonder why this is - wharnie Salt 2 having a smaller thumb hole / less steep ramp than the "regular" Salt 2?
Probably they figured with the taller blade of the "regular" Salt 2 the wharnie Salt 2 would get a too big footprint when closed?
Anyway: I don´t really notice a difference in operation between the smaller Delica and larger Salt 2 ("regular") ramp, do generally like the taller blade of the Salt 2 but as said do prefer the Delica ergos when actually putting the thumb on the ramp (which I almost never do anyways).
What is still true for the wharnie Salt 2, just going by the specs on the Spyderco site: 2 to 3 mm more blade / edge than the Delica (depending on which particular Delica model one looks).
I like that. Not only functionwise, I also think the blade to handle ratio looks more "harmonic" on the Salt 2.
i didn't realize it was different either. one of the reasons i like the salts is the larger opening hole. i'm not sure why i prefer it, but i do. it's one of the reasons i like the manix also. i don't have a salt 2 yet, but if i ever move somewhere that the pac salt is illegal to carry, i'm definitely going to get at least one.
if you all want a smoother salt knife, the caribbean is the smoothest knife i own. second would be the spydiechef. taichung knows what they're doing.
I should have mentioned, that is from some random guy on YouTube. When you compare the two side by side you can see the difference.
And yes the Manix has that larger diameter hole as well. My thumb does not typically slip off the opening hole of any Spyderco, but there is a difference opening my Manix and Pac Salt with that larger diameter hole. Easier maybe. More confidence inspiring maybe. I don't know. I like it more better.
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I should have mentioned, that is from some random guy on YouTube. When you compare the two side by side you can see the difference.
And yes the Manix has that larger diameter hole as well. My thumb does not typically slip off the opening hole of any Spyderco, but there is a difference opening my Manix and Pac Salt with that larger diameter hole. Easier maybe. More confidence inspiring maybe. I don't know. I like it more better.
the only knife i really notice it on is the yojimbo. i never have any issues opening it quickly, but i wish it had a larger hole as well. just a couple more mms makes a big difference.
Someone gave me a wharnie Salt 2 for my birthday, completely surprising me. The thing slices like a laser. I accidentally hit some metal cutting in the dark and the edge touched up with zero damage. Previously I had tried the Spydie Chef in LC, but don't like the blade angle so I never carry it (plus my blade hit a standoff while closed and rolled the edge which added to my annoyances).
I'd say get the Salt 2. You'll barely notice it in your pocket, but always enjoy it when you reach to use it.
Is it grittiness or more of a stop or break in the action? I just compared my Salt2s to my Delicas after this post and I noticed a "1/3" stop during close and opening - as opposed to some non-locking folders with a half-stop. My H1 and Delicas don't have this stop only my lc200n. My guess is the lockbar spring is meeting something on the bottom of the lockbar.
Little gritty, not a problem but going back to the Delica that one feels very smooth.