More re: Calypso Jr.

[Xibalba]

Hey all,

I just got my Calypso Jr. SE from SMKW, and just read the recent posts praising this model, and I have a few questions.

Far be it for me to be a nay sayer, but I dare say I like my FRN Native better (although I have only owned the Calypso for about 45 minutes now). The Calyspo almost feels TOO light for me, and the clip seems a bit less sturdy (maybe I've been jaded by carrying my SS <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>s on a daily basis for the past couple of months <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>). The Native is the only other FRN <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> I own, and it seems to be much more of a solid knife. What do the rest of you think?

Of course, the Calypso will be my new EDC for a while, and maybe my mind will change after actually using it for a while. The blade seems sharp enough, and it is my first knife with VG-10. (Also, the blade is stamped 'Japan'. I was kind of hoping that this one was made in good old Golden).

I'll keep you posted of my ever evolving opinions.



Thanks,

Mike



"'The best de-fense is a good o-ffense.' You know who said that? Mel, the cook from 'Alice'!" - Ed Gruberman

[Gurgi]

I prefer the native as well, but for 25 bucks I can't resist that calypso for a backup.

The main thing I like more about the native is the fatter handle and the more pronounced finger choil. I could see my hand slipping onto the calypso blade with heavy work(of course this knife seems to be more of a lightwork knife anyway...)

[vampyrewolf]

I personally love my Calypso jr lt. It was the last <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> I bought before I walked out of work, so I've had 7 months of this thing growing on me.

I have yet to find something it can't do, keeping in mind it's length. Hate to admit it, but I was cutting snare wire 2 weeks ago with it(30 degree edge), and didn't even do so much as chip or roll.

I like the light weight, which allows for many carry positions. I personally carry it in one of 3 spots:
1> Right/Front
2> Right/IWB, behind belt on waistband
3> Right/IWB, on boxers

I find the clip is tight enough to hold on.

<img src=http://us.f1.yahoofs.com/users/372fcedb ... 8A88UxWudf> We all start with 10 fingers. Those with Spydies have 9 to spare, Still need a thumb. Good thing I still have 8 to spare... <img src=http://us.f1.yahoofs.com/users/372fcedb ... 8A88UxWudf>

[transistor]

Xibalba, I think the Calypso will grow on yo.I like the PE better for edc. Let us know how you feel as time passes.

[transistor]

Xibalba, I think the Calypso will grow on you.I like the PE better for edc. Let us know how you feel as time passes.

[Gallaghe]

I have a micarta Calypso JR which is most likely around the same weight as the FRN model. It took a while for me to get use to it. On the other hand I have two SS/PE JR's which felt right at home.

Personally I perfer the clips found on SS <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>'s then on the FRN models.

Kevin S. Gallagher

[travis quaas]

Xibalba,
The Calypso Jr. is an excellent knife. In past posts I stated that my EDC is the Native LW and Calypso Jr. LW. Both are good. If it seems that the clip is not as strong on the Calypso Jr. I do have to mention that the clip is very secure. The 3 screws are actually in heli coils in the handle. I haven't had any problems with mine. Regardless, you should be very happy. Lightweight feeling doesn't necessarily mean less knife!

TQ

[sam the man..]

calypso jr.. well, put it in your pocket, and you felt like its never there.. takes a bit to get used to it, but once you are on the go, the calypso RULES! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>

Sam

have bone implant will travel..

[sal]

Hi Xibalba. Thanx for the comments. The Calypso jr Lt wt is a very refined design. Perhaps too refined for many. The Native is a "beefy" Calypso.

Though strong and reliable, the Calypso design is more like a sports car, the Native, moe like a Pick up truck. Both designs are about the same size (blade length). Both were designed about the same time. We thought to offer both variations or "different answers to the same question" and see what the market wanted.

There are many that praise and prefer the Calypso jr over other designs in the same size range.

As hindsight shows, the Native is still in the stable and the Calypso has been put out to pasture. That's how we learn. The good side is that many new models are produced and offerred.

sal