which do you prefer? caly3 or FFG g10 delica?

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I was kinda surprised that the Delica has more fans over the Caly 3, but now that I think about it, it is a classic. I've played with both and own the CF/ZDP Caly 3. I vote for either Caly 3 over the G-10 Delica. The G-10 Delica is VERY nice though.
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The Delica IS a classic... and if I EVER aquire the D4 G10 FFG FG I ordered 3 months ago, I'll let you know which I prefer - I love Delicas, so... we'll see... :) .

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Jazz wrote:The Delica IS a classic... and if I EVER aquire the D4 G10 FFG FG I ordered 3 months ago, I'll let you know which I prefer - I love Delicas, so...
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Strong preference for the Caly III over the Delica.

(1) My forefinger can never find a comfortable place to rest on the Delica grip, the continuous curve at the front of the handle wedges my forefinger backwards; whereas my forefinger is very comfortable with the Caly.

(2) I prefer a knife that disappears in the pocket with a low-ride, low-profile clip. This the Caly does in spades.

I have given away or sold off all my Delicas and replaced them with Calys.
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I have a D4 ZDP on the way. My first D and I suspect it will become my EC at work.

I already own a Caly SE G10 that I dont use as much as I though due to the SE.


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even though im a major fan of the delica and not so much of a fan of the caly3 , i was messing with the g10 delica today i forgot that the g10 delica is tuff to fling open with inertia and the caly3 swings open pretty good
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I cannot choose between the two, since I don't own either one yet. I think I am going to go with a Caly3 first, then I'll get a G10 Delica.
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Vote for delica G-10.

I have a caly3. It is my less favourite Spyderco. I really hate low riding Wire clip.

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The Deacon wrote:...Yes, I know, it (G-10) provides traction, but it looks like crap. Tractors may not have to look like Ferraris, but they don't have to look like they rolled out of State Factory Number 7 either. ;)
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Bolstermanic wrote:Strong preference for the Caly III over the Delica.

(1) My forefinger can never find a comfortable place to rest on the Delica grip, the continuous curve at the front of the handle wedges my forefinger backwards; whereas my forefinger is very comfortable with the Caly.

(2) I prefer a knife that disappears in the pocket with a low-ride, low-profile clip. This the Caly does in spades.
Exactly!!! Especially point #1. The Delica has never felt quite right in my hand. The handle of the Delica IV is more comfortable than that of its predecessors but it doesn't come close to the comfort of the Caly.
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figured this thread could atleast use some pics of both together
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FFG Delica, but only after STR put a Ti clip on it. Still close though :D

Prefer the look of the Delica, ergos on both are excellent (pardon the light in the pic..)

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Stretch II with a Ti STR clip beats them both though :p

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Hilarious rebuttal!
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Although I like both, I'd chose the Delica G-10. It feels more comfortable in the hand, and I've always liked the Delica's overall design.

I originally purchased the Caly3 G-10 because, at the time, it was as close as you could get to a flat grind Delica with G-10. Now there's the Delica G-10 in the Spyderco inventory.

For EDC, I'd go with the Delica G-10 first and would select the Caly3 or the UK Penknife if a more discreet carry was needed.
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NoFair wrote:FFG Delica, but only after STR put a Ti clip on it. Still close though :D

Prefer the look of the Delica, ergos on both are excellent (pardon the light in the pic..)

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Stretch II with a Ti STR clip beats them both though :p

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what is the difference between the STR clip and the regular one other than looks and it titanium? does it work better?
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RIOT wrote:what is the difference between the STR clip and the regular one other than looks and it titanium? does it work better?
low riding clip ;)
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LowTEC wrote:low riding clip ;)
Rides just as low as the Caly :D
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NoFair wrote:Rides just as low as the Caly :D

oh nice, didnt see that
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