Calypso Reborn

Gizmo · #1

I just received the 2002 catalog. It was quite a surprise to see the spirit of the full size Calypso folder reborn as the fixed blade "Temperance" ! Anyone know where they are available now?

Jeff/1911 · #2

Yeah, doesn't it look like the Calypso? Just exactly what I thought! Beautiful.

Jeff/1911.

SpyderNut · #3

Gizmo,

Check out Shoptimax.com.

They have the fixed-bladed Temperance for $119.95 in either PE or Combo Edge. They also have some new Salsa's out. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
[Those run a cool $149.95, though. <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>]

~Spydernut

"When you want it, begin to worry about your cash."

bell · #4

So the logical deduction is that Spyderco has taken a total hit design, changed it a little, charged a lot more and viola. A high priced "improved" Calypso Jr. Hmmm.

Clay Kesting · #5

Bell, I'm not so sure if that's the way it went. The Temperance FB is based on the Temperance Jr and are Sal's designs as were the Calypsos. I think the similarity between the Temperance FB and the Calypso is due to their design origins.

Clay

"The trouble is that you think you have time."

nomaded · #6

I've got to say. I've been eyeing a fixed blade for a while and the Temperance definitely catches my eye. I had considered picking up a Moran drop-point, but the Temperance appeals to me much more.