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oooh, that looks awesome
i am going to have to see if i can find some steelmoney laying around to get one of those
i love my old temp, and that looks so much nicer.
eeek - just saw the price, with the current exchange rate, i cant really justify that (nearly $500)
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Castillo wrote:Can you remove the G clip and fit a Tech Lok if you wanted to, without any major surgery?
As far as I can tell without actually doing so, yes. The hole spacing should work with the large Tek-Lok like the one on the first Temperance.
I don't believe in safe queens, only in pre-need replacements.
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Congrat Yab, the Temp2 looks awesome indeed.
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Yab - Nice pics and review. That knife looks sweet!!!
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yablanowitz wrote:As far as I can tell without actually doing so, yes. The hole spacing should work with the large Tek-Lok like the one on the first Temperance.
Thanks for the info. Forgot to say "thanks" in the previous post for the review and pics, so "thanks"!
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Thanks for the great pictures.

The Temperance 2 is really a work of art.
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Hey yab you need a manicure :D
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My new Temperance 2 arrived today. My initial impression is so good that my words would be inadequate, especially compared to yablanowitz's fine photos. I will post more thoughts later; but I have to point out the handle's beautiful execution. While the previous Temperance was a great knife, its thick handle precluded discreet carry--at least for me. This new one is slim but amazingly ergonomic; and beautiful as well. It's definitely worth the price I paid.

Congratulations to Mr. Glesser and all the great folks at Spyderco for yet another fine, fine blade.
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yablanowitz wrote:Thanks. Not bad for a guy with no talent, huh? ;)
Excellent pics and useful commentary. I really really want one :)

To Sal - I think this looks like a winner. I can't say enough about how responsive spyderco is to customer feedback. I liked the original Temp but was one of the guys that the original handle just did not fit. Looking forward to the new version - looks like a keeper in all respects.
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Great pics Yab. The large teck-lock holes are 1 1/2" apart center to center. The G-Clip is 1" so it would need a little mod but not much. Thanks for the comments on the sheath, I think they turned out nicely with a very secure fit.
I am always open for comments or suggestions on ways to improve my Sheaths. Glad you like it and thanks.

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The Tek-Loks I had available to check have slots that could be used to attach to the sheath using existing holes. The one on my Temp I sheath shown actually has one screw run though one of the grommets holding the sheath together, so I bet the existing holes would work just fine.

You did a good job on the sheath. :)
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Yep it will. The hole is a bit bigger for the G-clip but will still work. Also the distance from the top rivit and the bottom hole for the G-clip is 1 1/2" you could use both those for a more secure fit. Thanks again.

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oh sal what a beaut i will be buying some of those to go with my 7 first temps they are awsome looking glad there finaly out. will have more than one and that price is a steel for this knife :D :D :cool: the end od next month with any luck..
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Excellent photos and review Yab. The Temp 2 is surely in my sights. Great job Sal & Crew! :D
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Great pics!! Looks like a sweet knife!

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Manix Guy 2 wrote:Nice pics and review , I had small interest in this knife waiting instead for the Bushcraft . After seeing this review I just have to get this beauty in the future . Great work Yab ! Regards MG2
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Well, I'm pretty sure the T II will out-cut a picture of a Bushcraft, which is all we have so far. ;)

The Bushcraft may prove superior for woodwork (after all, that is what it is designed for) but I predict the Temperance II will be better for food prep and general chores.
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Just ordered T2. Love my bushcraft. I sleep with a Moran under my pillow.
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Haha, my Temperance 2 arrived last week. I use it as a kitchen knife and it does the job very well. Nice clean design, the handle feels and looks great too.
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Hi Squid,

Welcome to the Spyderco forum.

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