Lost - Delica - Felt my heart fall into my stomach =(

u4ea · #1

I lost my delica lightweight yesterday =(

Very sad day for me, as I have carried it for a long while now. It was like an extension on my own body.

I think the reason I lost it was the clip wasnt really holding very well anymore.

Since I plan on buying a new Delica is there a way to keep the clip nice and tight so it doesn't fall, or easily slip off as mine did for awhle now?

I now have to buy another Delica and I have two choices. The new Blue or the standard black grip knife...

I was also looking at the remote release knife, but I dont think the remote release knife would look great hanging from dress slacks at work..... The clip is somewhat less obtrusive whene you are dressed up.

I may get one though for days off and such.

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Regads-

Matt

RIP:

Delica Lightweight 3/4 Serration (My first Spydie)

Edited by - u4ea on 12/17/2001 6:51:00 AM

panguero · #2

Wait-You have a chance to replace it with not only Blue or Black; but PINK-Yes the serrated Pinks are still available..Pink Spydie Fever-catch it!

Edited by - sharp1 on 12/17/2001 10:17:21 AM

J Smith · #3

Replace it with an old model with the FRN clip. They will not loosen and IMO it is a better made knife.
I hate to loose a knife I have only ever lost one and it killed me looking for it.I would rather loose 50.00 in cash as loose a 25.00 knife.

Jeff

yog · #4

Really bad news there u4ea <img src="sad.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
I'd be lost without my Delica.

If you can hold of just a little longer, Spyderco say they are switching the new Delicas over to VG-10 steel. If I had to pick a nit with my SS Delica (not that I would mind you <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> ), I'd say the steel needed upgrading.
Looks like the Delica might be the first knife where I own a double.

"Walk softly, but carry a big stick."

Jeff/1911 · #5

u4ea,

I'm sorry for your loss.

I'd buy the blue one if I could find it where I live. Something different, you know. Then, later on once the VG-10 Delica's hit the shelves, I'd buy one of those too.

But that's just me.

Cheers, Jeff/1911.

la_benge · #6

u4ea...
I know your pain, having lost my first knife, the delica frn in spyderedge. It was an older one, with the frn clip. I liked the shape of the handle better than the newer versions - so, since I wasn't going to be getting an exact replica, I decided to get a different knife altogether - a calypso jr in plainedge.
I'm very happy with it - but occasionally miss my old friend.

Pachucko · #7

I agree with Mr. Smith (on both points). The older models clips seemed more comfortable to carry IWB when wearing "thick" pants, ie. jogging pants/shorts. I do like the newer handles though. I lost an Endura once, still haven't gotten over it--Pachucks

u4ea · #8

When are the VG-10 Delica's going to be available???

I just was looking on ebay for a replacement... I may have to wait and break out my old Soligen.

u4ea · #9

When are the VG-10 Delica's going to be available???

I just was looking on ebay for a replacement... I may have to wait and break out my old Soligen.

u4ea · #10

When are the VG-10 Delica's going to be available???

I just was looking on ebay for a replacement... I may have to wait and break out my old Soligen.

u4ea · #11

Not sure why that posted three times.... sorry bout that.

wiley sharp · #12

lost my older one.... got a new one... sorry for you, i've been there too. but remember, every cloud has a sliver lining.

Knife Knut · #13

Think of it this way: some lucky person was introduced to the quality of Spyderco.

Knife Knut on a shoestring budget.

Al · #14

The Delica Lightweight with VG-10 steel and a choice of Blue handle is already available from the Spyderco Shop Store.

sam the man.. · #15

Sorry about the loss dude, time to work you way for another Delica ltwt! Good luck on your quest! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies will travel