Micro-Spydie Comparo

jfm · #1

Hello All,

I'm new to the forum and thanks to all for the good tips and advice I've seen here. I've carried a small SAK (Classic, Esquire)for many years, and recently got a few Spydies for the first time (they do tend to multiply - -Delica, Navigator, and a couple each of the Jester and LadyBug Combo Edge - more to come I guess . . .)

The Jester and Ladybug are the most comparable to what I have usually carried, and would like members' views on the utility of each. Based on a limited sampling, the LadyBug seems a bit more useful for a very small blade(sharp point for small work, super sharp chisel grind/serrated edge). The ergonomics on the Jester seem a bit better, but I'm still getting used to the blade shape. I'm surprised that I like the Ladybug so much, since my preferance is for a plain edge, and it's the first serrated edge folder I have owned.

Thanks, and any comments would be appreciated.

Joe

dtsoll · #2

Oh yeah, more to come all right. Get that second job right away. hehe. Welcome to the forum Joe. dtsoll

chinook · #3

I'd like to suggest a totally different small Spydie knife for your consideration. I prefer the serrated blade in this handy comfortable to hold small knife.

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jaybear · #4

My PE Jester has just arrived - first thoughts - Isn't it small. Second thoughts -what a great little knife. I like the texture at the tip and on the back of the hole. Opening is good with a solid lock. I have largish hands but the knife feels comfortable.

jaybear · #5

My PE Jester has just arrived - first thoughts - Isn't it small. Second thoughts -what a great little knife. I like the texture at the tip and on the back of the hole. Opening is good with a solid lock. I have largish hands but the knife feels comfortable.

Wightknight · #6

Joe

Welcome to the forum.

Make sure you check out the Kiwi. Like you, I prefer smaller knives. The Kiwi is far and away the best I have seen so far. It is a beautiful little knife, superbly crafted.

Paul

Edited by - Wightknight on 2/23/2003 3:21:37 PM

CKE · #7

Welcome jfm, glad you like your Spydies. I have the Ladybug and think it is a great little bug! I will eventually get the Jester because I like the plain edge. Take care!

"everything else is just a jeep"

dialex · #8

Hello Joe, welcome to the Forum. I also like microspidies. In fact, my very first spydie was a Ladybug. I was (and still am) delighted by it. Such cutting power into such a small knife! In the book "The Spyderco Story" someone claims that he skinned a whole bear using only his Ladybug!
I also find peculiar the tip of the Jester, but considering it was designed for cutting and not for stabbing it's OK. Besides, that particular shape conferrs a better resistance to the blade. The ergonomics are better than the Ladybug's you can easily one hand open the knife, though it's that small.

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Edited by - dialex on 2/23/2003 4:48:48 PM

jfm · #9

Thanks for all the replies -- and recommendations. There are certainly more spydies to come . . .

Knife Knut · #10

They are on the big end of this scale, but have you checked out any of the small Dyads?
best of both edge types!

Knife Knut on a shoestring budget. <P>RKBA