I believe it was the Deacon that said he was boycotting Benchmade for using the "hole" idea that Spyderco originated. I can't fine his post. Would someone please explain again why Benchmade can use this idea. Thanks.
Bert
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I believe they use it because it's a darn good idea 
The reason they can use it has been hashed out on other forums. If you try a google search, you won't come up empty-handed. Bottom line, Sal had a great idea, and we celebrate that here without denigrating other knife companies. :) , Shiny footprints and all...
The reason they can use it has been hashed out on other forums. If you try a google search, you won't come up empty-handed. Bottom line, Sal had a great idea, and we celebrate that here without denigrating other knife companies. :) , Shiny footprints and all..."It's like he channels dead crazy people!"-Brock Samson
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Own:E4W E4W trainer, D4W, D4W trainer, Centofante 4, Swick II, FFG E4 w/ foliage green G-10,Mule Team 5 and 6
Want list: ZDP Stretch, Original and New Yojimbos, Perrin PPT
My wish-existed list: More MBC-esque blades.
I believe the issue is that they licensed the use of the hole, and the license ran out and they continued using it anyway.
I think it's no different than a Chevy bow tie or the Ford oval...it's a defining characteristic of the brand (not to mention it's patented anyway) so when other companies use it, it is pretty tasteless. How hard is it to use an oval instead?
I think it's no different than a Chevy bow tie or the Ford oval...it's a defining characteristic of the brand (not to mention it's patented anyway) so when other companies use it, it is pretty tasteless. How hard is it to use an oval instead?
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Because they can.Bert T wrote:why Benchmade can use this idea. Thanks.
Spyderco didn't patent Spyderhole. They patented detent for opening and patent is expired. Spyderhole is a trademark of the company.Evil D wrote: I think it's no different than a Chevy bow tie or the Ford oval...it's a defining characteristic of the brand (not to mention it's patented anyway) so when other companies use it, it is pretty tasteless. How hard is it to use an oval instead?
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Sal would prefer if this issue were not discussed here and I do my best to honor his request. Shortly after he made that request, I posted my feelings, and the logic behind them, on the main page of my personal website. That information is still there today.Bert T wrote:I believe it was the Deacon that said he was boycotting Benchmade for using the "hole" idea that Spyderco originated. I can't fine his post. Would someone please explain again why Benchmade can use this idea. Thanks.
Bert
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Sorry fellows if my post came across as trying to bad mouth another brand, or you all thought I was trying to start some kind of argument. I was merely wondering about the patent issue and wondering if Spyderco had given given Benchmade permission to use it if it was patented. No problem one way or the other. I own both brands of knives and both companies make good knives. However, Spyderco is my favorite. And for what it is worth I think the Gayle Bradley is the best designed, best constructed, and prettiest folder ever made.
Bert
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I don't think you came off that way. We're just respecting Sal's wishes and keep this and other negative comments regarding other manufacturers off this forum. :) No worries, man.
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