I've decided to pick up a spidy to replace my aging generic pocket knife. I'll be working it fairly hard; I'm in a large corporate IT department, and I spend a good portion of my day cutting up boxes, slicing cables and zip ties, and trimming wires and wire insulation. I've pretty much decided on the Harpy, but I'd like some other opinions. I know it's a marine utility knife and I'm not in a marine environment, but it seems ideally suited for what I need.
Am I on the right track? Thanks!
IT work--buying a utility knife
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ramlanrafie
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Make sure you don't work around any sheeple. a Harpy isn't the kind of knife most people would want in an office environment.
For a generic pocket knife, there's the G. Sakai Backpacker models. They make em in two sizes, and it's your basic thumbnail-open lever lock. It wouldn't be any more intimidating than a Scout knife.
If you really want a spydie, the Salsa has proven, at least to me, to be a stable and durable worker. The blade steel isn't VG-10, but it's handled cardboard, tape, plastic, paper, cable ties, even thin wire with relative ease and only regular sharpening and oiling. Plus, in the words of at least two female coworkers I've had, "It's cute!".
Also look at the Jester and Ladybug models. They're smaller cutters, perfect for around the office.
For a generic pocket knife, there's the G. Sakai Backpacker models. They make em in two sizes, and it's your basic thumbnail-open lever lock. It wouldn't be any more intimidating than a Scout knife.
If you really want a spydie, the Salsa has proven, at least to me, to be a stable and durable worker. The blade steel isn't VG-10, but it's handled cardboard, tape, plastic, paper, cable ties, even thin wire with relative ease and only regular sharpening and oiling. Plus, in the words of at least two female coworkers I've had, "It's cute!".
Also look at the Jester and Ladybug models. They're smaller cutters, perfect for around the office.
Howdy Pokrface,
If you're opening boxes then i'd suggest any spyderco with a <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>edge configuration. Go for the Millie in <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>edge. It's a great knife but be careful of the sheeple. The big knives also beg to be spydiedropped!
Whatever you choose, a spyderco wont let you down.
By the way, Welcome to the Forum <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
Have a nice day,
Kaizer.
A door half open is a door half closed. But a knife half open is a knife fully closed.
If you're opening boxes then i'd suggest any spyderco with a <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>edge configuration. Go for the Millie in <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>edge. It's a great knife but be careful of the sheeple. The big knives also beg to be spydiedropped!
Whatever you choose, a spyderco wont let you down.
By the way, Welcome to the Forum <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
Have a nice day,
Kaizer.
A door half open is a door half closed. But a knife half open is a knife fully closed.
For the past several years I've been using a CO7S Police with Spyderedge in Blak-Ti. I work in IT and it's great. Rips through cardboard, Tip is fine enough to slip in and cut Wire ties, Serrations work great as wire strippers, Knife is very slim and very comfortable for IWB carry, and the Blak-Ti camouflages the knife very well so that often nobody even knows I'm carrying it. While they are out of production, there are a few still out there. I always buy 2 when I find them as I have had more than one "Walk Away".
Edited by - WTFOVER on 7/23/2002 12:31:47 AM
Edited by - WTFOVER on 7/23/2002 12:31:47 AM
Can't believe my Spydie Brothers missed this one!
First, I work in a school so I know the 'sheeple' environment pretty well. Second, I do much of the same type of tasks (I'm in Maint.), I open boxes and run cables etc.
Here's the knife you should look at:
THE DYAD JR.
Small, lightweight, cuts everything, non-threatening, perfectly suited to your environment
eeds imho.
Now, if you really need something larger, find a full-sized Dyad. They can be found (I've got two <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> ).
After carrying one everyday at work I can attest to it's versatility and sheer cutting power. The Spydie Edge rips cardboard (or should I clarify-slits)with ease, and the fine point plain edge can get into and under all sorts of zip-ties. It also works well as a cable-sheath slitter by inserting it into the open end with the edge up.
Best of all I haven't heard one OMG A KNIFE!!! comment yet.
Mongrel
First, I work in a school so I know the 'sheeple' environment pretty well. Second, I do much of the same type of tasks (I'm in Maint.), I open boxes and run cables etc.
Here's the knife you should look at:
THE DYAD JR.
Small, lightweight, cuts everything, non-threatening, perfectly suited to your environment
eeds imho.
Now, if you really need something larger, find a full-sized Dyad. They can be found (I've got two <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> ).
After carrying one everyday at work I can attest to it's versatility and sheer cutting power. The Spydie Edge rips cardboard (or should I clarify-slits)with ease, and the fine point plain edge can get into and under all sorts of zip-ties. It also works well as a cable-sheath slitter by inserting it into the open end with the edge up.
Best of all I haven't heard one OMG A KNIFE!!! comment yet.
Mongrel
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spidernoiree
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Greetings Porkface and welcome,
Most any spyderco is a great choice. The corporation I work for imposed a 2 inch blade limit on us so I've been carrying a Navigator PE. A little smaller than I'm use to carrying but wow what a great knife. Not to sound like I'm knuckling under the shepple mainstream but I'd suggest checking with your H.R. Deparment first about blade size.
Jeff <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
Most any spyderco is a great choice. The corporation I work for imposed a 2 inch blade limit on us so I've been carrying a Navigator PE. A little smaller than I'm use to carrying but wow what a great knife. Not to sound like I'm knuckling under the shepple mainstream but I'd suggest checking with your H.R. Deparment first about blade size.
Jeff <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
Thanks for the great info, guys. My spydie is on the way! I stuck with my original choice of the Harpy, because I like the look, but if I like it I'll pick up the Dyad Jr. in another month or so (anniversary in September, so I could ask for it then!).
I can feel the spyderbug nibbling...I'm getting sucked in...nooooooo...
I can feel the spyderbug nibbling...I'm getting sucked in...nooooooo...
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That Pokrface ain't foolin' no-one here!! You''re after the Spydies just like the rest of us <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>. Glad to have the company. Sit back and enjoy and welcome to <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>land!
Mongrel,
Excellent point on the Dyad Junior! Even with the SE blade, the Junior's size and appearance remind many (Mini?) of their old friction lock pocket knifes and the less fearfull days of a lost youth. Only thing I can add to that would be to search out the Micarta Mini Dyad if you want a clip.
Stay safe! Stay sharp! <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
Mongrel,
Excellent point on the Dyad Junior! Even with the SE blade, the Junior's size and appearance remind many (Mini?) of their old friction lock pocket knifes and the less fearfull days of a lost youth. Only thing I can add to that would be to search out the Micarta Mini Dyad if you want a clip.
Stay safe! Stay sharp! <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
Porkface,
Welcome to <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>land!!
I think the Native in SE could work well for you. It is light enough not to weigh heavy in kahkis (if your company has that dress code), over all small enough not to freak sheeple too much, fits most hands very well, blade tip is small enough for cutting wire ties, and as all <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>s sharp enough to make the boxes slide open, the <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>edge will give you longer carboard eating time before resharpenings.
Let us which you pick.
"Ne vyklykaj vowka z leesoo, ..... bo tsej vowk maje <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> ." Don't call the wolf out of the forest, because this one carries a <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> .
Edited by - Zabrewolf on 7/23/2002 9:31:29 AM
Welcome to <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>land!!
I think the Native in SE could work well for you. It is light enough not to weigh heavy in kahkis (if your company has that dress code), over all small enough not to freak sheeple too much, fits most hands very well, blade tip is small enough for cutting wire ties, and as all <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>s sharp enough to make the boxes slide open, the <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>edge will give you longer carboard eating time before resharpenings.
Let us which you pick.
"Ne vyklykaj vowka z leesoo, ..... bo tsej vowk maje <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> ." Don't call the wolf out of the forest, because this one carries a <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> .
Edited by - Zabrewolf on 7/23/2002 9:31:29 AM
Personally, I use and carry a Rescue. When people ask what the heck is that I tell them that it is a network cable tool. Actually, it cuts UTP CAT5 cable really well and cleanly too. I use it to cut boxes, zip-ties, cables and stuff. Granted the blade is a little thick and there is no obvious tip, but the very fact that it looks like a safety blade is what lets me get away with carrying it in an office environment.
Good luck on your hunt.
Longing for Zytel
Good luck on your hunt.
Longing for Zytel
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Welcome aboard, and congratulations for your <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> choice... whatever it is, it won't let you down <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
I carry a Delica (my love), but I advice you to take your time, get more spidies and the chosen one will finally present itself <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
I carry a Delica (my love), but I advice you to take your time, get more spidies and the chosen one will finally present itself <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
Ok well I can relate to what you want, I too am in the IT industry and needed a blade for the same reason.
I also got a harpy which I admit worked very nicly.
Do yourself a favour thought, also keep the 60/40 Native (CPM440) in mind, of the knives I carried at work for util use, the 2 where my harpy and then my native.
The harpy in my opinion was brilliant for cutting open boxes and also slicing off that packaging plastic that you normally find wrapped around the package, since it is claw shaped you cn hook it under n pop the box open easily.
The native over all though I found more useful in my day to day work, it also kept its edge longer.
<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
They still 2 brilliant knives, but personally if I was forced to pick between the 2 for that job, Id take the native (not by much though)
Hope this helps
Keep well
MaNcEr
It's Time To Kick @$$ 'N Chew Bubble Gum
I also got a harpy which I admit worked very nicly.
Do yourself a favour thought, also keep the 60/40 Native (CPM440) in mind, of the knives I carried at work for util use, the 2 where my harpy and then my native.
The harpy in my opinion was brilliant for cutting open boxes and also slicing off that packaging plastic that you normally find wrapped around the package, since it is claw shaped you cn hook it under n pop the box open easily.
The native over all though I found more useful in my day to day work, it also kept its edge longer.
<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
They still 2 brilliant knives, but personally if I was forced to pick between the 2 for that job, Id take the native (not by much though)
Hope this helps
Keep well
MaNcEr
It's Time To Kick @$$ 'N Chew Bubble Gum
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Howdy Pokrface! Welcome to <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>Land! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>
I can see two alternatives. The Dyad Sr. is an excellent knife, capable of taking a lot of abuse. Eknifeworks.com has them for $50.
Of course, you could go for a pocket toolkit in the <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>Rench. It contains most everything you could want in a multitool, including a highly functional blade.
Of course, neither of these is meant to cut wire. Carry a pair of wirecutters with either one, and you're set.
Keepin' it real...real sharp, that is.
I can see two alternatives. The Dyad Sr. is an excellent knife, capable of taking a lot of abuse. Eknifeworks.com has them for $50.
Of course, you could go for a pocket toolkit in the <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>Rench. It contains most everything you could want in a multitool, including a highly functional blade.
Of course, neither of these is meant to cut wire. Carry a pair of wirecutters with either one, and you're set.
Keepin' it real...real sharp, that is.