2026 Forum Calendar Contest!

[WilliamMunny]

This year’s submission is of the new Bodacious SPY27. I took it at the peak of Mt Phelps, one of the 46’ers in the Adirondacks while hiking with my oldest son. While small (4161ft) compared to the Rocky Mountains it was still a 6.5hr 9 mile hike giving great views of Mt Marcy, tallest peak in the range as seen in the background of the picture. It has been our traditional to vacation in NY and hike at least one mountain a year.

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Love the photo. Especially love the green.

Thanks, when choosing my son pointed out the vivid colors too, made it an easier choice this year. Love the blue scales on the knife.

[UkSpydie]

Complete Para 3 G10 Sprintrun and Exclusive set
I call this “ The Domino Effect”. I bought my first Para 3 years ago and it quickly became my favorite knife of all time. I then got into buying every exclusive and sprintrun that came out. Next thing you know a domino effect had happened and I eventually had them all. While I do have all the Lightweight versions as well, the G10 versions are my favorite.

Incredible. Simply incredible. What a collection and photo!

[Fastidiotus]

Taking advantage of the wild fire smoke and window blinds playing with the ambient light. Just a Spyderco UKPK Titanium resting on a sedum that hangs out next to a window. UKPK Titanium chosen as I aquired it this year second hand as a grail of mine.

[JSumm]

This is a picture I took after tuning the edge on my Military 2. This past year I discovered the wonder of Spyderco's serrations. Would love to see some serrations highlighted in the calendar. No one does it better than Spyderco.

Also highlighted is the Spyderco Sharpmaker. Serrations best friend.

There are aftermarket scales on this model. I think for those Spyderco fans outside the forum, aftermarket parts are a huge market. Especially for Spyderco. Spyderco probably has the largest share of aftermarket parts than any other maker. Something special to highlight.

This Military 2 was a Christmas present from the family. It has become a constant companion. It looks more bruised and scarred with stories to tell now. I absolutely adore this knife as one of the most capable EDC blades out there.

[gumaropa]

This year I am posting a Spyderco Shaman DLC serrated edge which was gifted to me by my son who attended the factory seconds sale in Golden in 2023.

I was saddle hunting that day, and we spent over an hour as I hung from a tree and we traded pictures while I recommended which knives to keep and which ones to release. This Shaman is special to me since my son picked it out not knowing that it had a significant blemish on the blade. Most of the spine near the tip of the knife appeared to be ground as the DLC coating was missing - think of it as a birthmark or a right of passage.

I started to carry the knife while bowhunting and quickly discovered that the serrated Shaman was perfectly suited to cutting greenbriar vines, it does not reflect light, and has dug out a couple of judo points while stump shooting which is a testament to its stout blade. The handle design is exceptional, and very safe in the hand. It also has harvested a tenderloin or two. The fact that it is a factory second makes me smile every time I use it - the complete opposite to a safe queen and a knife that sees more use than others in my collection.

The attached picture was taken while visiting the Oregon Coast. I know it is not a Salt knife, but the stark contrast of the DLC with the sun bleached wood and the ocean hopefully makes it a worthwhile submission to the calendar.

We have lots to be thankful about with Spyderco. The factory seconds sale is now a family tradition, and I always look forward to the calendar submission. Thank you Spyderco for spoiling us, for listening to us, for working with so many knife designers, for testing so many steels with your Mule project, for adding serrations to most models, and for staffing the factory store with great people. I hope you keep this Spyderco calendar tradition alive for many years to come. To the rest of the forum members, please participate so we keep the tradition alive - good luck to all participants!

[Mrj]

Now things are starting to heat up

[Nestor]

This year I'm submitting the picture of my 10 years old Spyderco Dragonfly Salt 2.

I grew up poor, behind the Iron Curtain. I got my first knife when I was 10 years old and was told to take care of it, because otherwise it will rust and it's going to be taken away from me. We didn't have access to many goods back then, including the oils, so I used whatever oil or fat that was available to protect the blade. I had no clue about sharpening the blade initially, but a few years later I was shown the sharpening stone. I remember that we kept the stone wet and I was amazed with those, tiny steel particles left behind after sharpening was done. Wiping the blade off after each use to remove any water became my second nature eventually. Years passed and then the decades. I have found myself on the other side of the pond far away from my old country. I'm still however wiping off every blade I own, after each use...even though I really don't need to. I also oil the blades, again…often needlessly. Especially when I'm out in the great outdoors with one of my Spyderco Salt models.

This picture was taken not too long ago, 20 minutes away from my home, by the Jumpingpound Creek here in Cochrane, Alberta. Thank you Spyderco and good luck to all the participants!

[Jimandchris2]

This year I'm submitting the picture of my 10 years old Spyderco Dragonfly Salt 2.

I grew up poor, behind the Iron Curtain. I got my first knife when I was 10 years old and was told to take care of it, because otherwise it will rust and it's going to be taken away from me. We didn't have access to many goods back then, so I used whatever oil or fat that was available. I had no clue about sharpening the blade initially, but a few years later I was shown the sharpening stone. Wiping the blade off after each use to remove any water became my second nature eventually. Years passed and then the decades. I have found myself on the other side of the pond far away from my old country. I'm still however wiping off every blade I own, after each use...even though I really don't need to. Especially when I'm out in the nature with one of my Spyderco Salt models.

This picture was taken not too long ago, 20 minutes away from my home, by the Jumpingpound Creek here in Cochrane, Alberta. Thank you Spyderco and good luck to all the participants!

outstanding.

[przemekspce]

I will post a photo as soon as I get back from vacation.

[gmanarvada]

The H2 Salt 2 Spyderco knife was the latest addition to my beautiful Spyderco collection. The compact size and light weight make it ideal for everyday carry and use. And as pictured here, the knife is showcased in the foreground of Boulder Falls. Even in wet conditions, the textured handle ensures a secure grip. Love this knife!

[sal]

Some beautiful pictures. Great stories Gumaropa and Nestor. Thanx much for the kind words.

This is a fun project. Thanx much Kristi for your efforts.

To All; We appreciate your participation, skill and interest. Good luck.

sal

[Nestor]

Some beautiful pictures. Great stories Gumaropa and Nestor. Thanx much for the kind words.

This is a fun project. Thanx much Kristi for your efforts.

To All; We appreciate your participation, skill and interest. Good luck.

sal

Thank You Sir. It’s always fun to be a part of something bigger. Bigger than any of us. Bigger than any of the knives out there. Also bigger than the prizes that we can win. I am talking about that sense of community here. Regards and thanks again.

[DerRock]

Themed images are welcome. Have a favorite season or holiday? Showcase it in your image.

My favorite holidays are Christmas and New Year. On one of them I received a wonderful knife as a gift - C109BKP "S". A weightless knife, cuts perfectly, with a convenient compression lock. The blade was made almost 20 years ago using MIM technology, which has recently started to be talked about again.

[Mrj]

This year I am submitting my Spyderco One Eyed Jack. By far the favorite knife of my collection. Thank you everyone in the Spyderco family for giving us all the opportunity for a spot. I hope I hit the bullseye with this shot.

I personally love this shot. Great job

[zemogKA]

My submission is showcasing the Sage series. From left to right:

Sage 1 - Michael Walker's liner lock
Sage 2 - Chris Reeve's integral lock/ frame lock
Sage 3 - Blackie Collin's bolt action lock
Sage 4 - Al Mar's back lock
Sage 5 - Sal Glesser’s compression lock
Sage 6 - Kevin Smock's button release compression lock

The Sage series pays tribute to the knife makers and designers who created each distinct locking mechanism. If I remember correctly, the series is named as if the creators are old wise men, or sages. I added the smoke in the background for a bit of a sage mystical feeling.

I really enjoy collecting all things Spyderco and the Sage set is definitely a gem in my collection. I love being able to touch and handle the history.
Plus, having the set is a great way to get knife newbies to experience different locks on the same platform. Also, the 1-5 have all the more common handle scale materials to feel (looks like I'll have to get some micarta scales for the 6 to round things out).