National Knife Day GAW!
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pinchyfisher
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Impossible to answer but right now the sage 5 lw maxamet and polestar bd1n are my go to's. Quality is top notch on both, and they are both ergo masterpieces.
I just recently picked up the polestar after some mental gymnastics to justify a new knife. I'm glad I did. Internal construction is a big step up from the tenacious line (pm2 style pivot) and I appreciate the larger handle. The liner lock is stout and confidence inspiring.
I just recently picked up the polestar after some mental gymnastics to justify a new knife. I'm glad I did. Internal construction is a big step up from the tenacious line (pm2 style pivot) and I appreciate the larger handle. The liner lock is stout and confidence inspiring.
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Pacific Salt. Super light and rustproof, what's not to love
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My favorite Spyderco is (possibly) my Lil' Native in smooth G10 and black Cruwear. I am regularly amazed at how useful this little knife is. The ergonomics are amazing, I often forget how small it measures, and I love the coated Cruwear. Haven't really had any trouble with it chipping (even when I was certain that it would), and it sharpens up quite nicely. Looks classy too. Here it is on my 1918 Singer 66, also a smooth, black, classy looking, superbly performing machine.


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weeping minora
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My favorite model is the Endura.
Long enough to handle any cutting task that I can ask of any pocket knife; comfortable enough to use for prolonged periods of time in various grips; light and compact enough as to not intrude when fastened to garments; intuitive design allowing for seemless and safe operation no matter the circumstance. Classic, simple, sturdy. Reliable High Performance.
Long enough to handle any cutting task that I can ask of any pocket knife; comfortable enough to use for prolonged periods of time in various grips; light and compact enough as to not intrude when fastened to garments; intuitive design allowing for seemless and safe operation no matter the circumstance. Classic, simple, sturdy. Reliable High Performance.
Make Knife Grinds Thin Again.
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My favorite is the para 3. I haven't tried many but this one by far fits my hand the best.
- Burton Knut
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SE Autonomy 2…perfect compliment to any PE fixed blade!
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Bluemoon69
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Anything in maxamet but Native 5’s are my most often carried. The 24th is, also, my annual birthday celebration!
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Bluemoon69
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Bluemoon69 wrote: ↑Fri Aug 23, 2024 6:54 pmAnything in maxamet but Native 5’s are my most often carried. It stays sharp for ever.![]()
The 24th is, also, my annual birthday celebration!
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yablanowitz
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Although I collect Police Models, the Military (the original) is still my favorite.
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Has to be the Endura for me. Just a well proven design that sits well in the pocket, great to manipulate with one hand, and has plenty of edge.
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- WilliamMunny
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My favorite Spyderco has to be my MagnaCut Manix 2. It is a good size knife that you can do anything with and not worry about rust. Awesome platform and steel.
Thanks for running the giveaway, always fun.
Thanks for running the giveaway, always fun.
Endura AUS-8, Manix 2 S30V, Manix 2 LW MagnaCut, BBB 15V Manix 2, BBB 15V Para 3 LW, Alcyone BD1N, PM2 Micarta Cruwear, Native 5 Maxamet (2nd), Para 3 Maxamet (2nd), Magnacut Mule, Z-Wear Mule, REC Para 3 10V, Pacific Salt SE H2, Dragon Fly SE H2, Chaparral SE XHP, Shaman Burlap S90V, Bodacious SPY27, Manix 2 LW 15v, Sage 5 REX-121 LW.
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Tough question, but I think I’d have to say techno 2. Does everything I need for my day job and great for an office carry. Following that lil native in cruwear, spymoto, gb2, and the list goes on.
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Manix 2 lightweight. A great balance of weight, blade length and comfortable scales for work or recreation.
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There is none finer than the Drunken.


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The Native 5 is the most perfect knife I've ever held in my hand. It's like Sal snuck into my house at night and 3D scanned my hand.All the variants are great, but if I had to choose a favorite I would go with the MC Salt PE.
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The PM2 is my favorite. The ergos, the blade shape, the size, the lock. No matter how many other designs I try, I keep coming back to it.
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I’ve been through too many spydercos… all the crazy steels, all the different scale types, from all the different factories. But this serrated Endura wharncliffe has survived all the change in my preferences. I know partly because I’ve made it my own by customizing it, but also cus I just appreciate the Spyderco-ness of it. The zome FRN, spyderedge, wharncliffe with the hole.. there is literally no other knife in the world with that combo! (I think) lol. The best thing is that it cuts amazingly
- Jimandchris2
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As I show this Spyderco Para Military 2, I am overwhelmed with gratitude and pride. This knife, with its smooth, ergonomic G-10 handle and CRU-WEAR steel, represents far more than just a finely crafted tool. It symbolizes the vision, trust, respect, and camaraderie that have been the foundation of my tenure of service in the United States Army.
This blade, sharp and resilient, reminds me of the friendships and challenges we’ve faced together. It embodies the strength, balance, and honor we’ve strived for as soldiers. To the troops who gifted this to me: thank you for your service. This blade is not just a tool, but a symbol of the bonds we share and the respect that runs deep. I will cherish it, and the memories of our service, always.
This blade, sharp and resilient, reminds me of the friendships and challenges we’ve faced together. It embodies the strength, balance, and honor we’ve strived for as soldiers. To the troops who gifted this to me: thank you for your service. This blade is not just a tool, but a symbol of the bonds we share and the respect that runs deep. I will cherish it, and the memories of our service, always.
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Hard for me to pick...
Wanted to go with something a little different (Spydiechef, Smock, Slysz Bowie), but if I'm honest with myself, I (like others have said) keep coming back to the PM2. I juts said yesterday this is the only pocket knife that most people would ever need.
Thanks Kristi and Spyderco for the opportunity!
Wanted to go with something a little different (Spydiechef, Smock, Slysz Bowie), but if I'm honest with myself, I (like others have said) keep coming back to the PM2. I juts said yesterday this is the only pocket knife that most people would ever need.
Thanks Kristi and Spyderco for the opportunity!