Speculation on the Chaparral 4?

[this_is_nascar]

Thanks. I know I wouldn't be interested in the Ti version, so other than the steel being used, does one of the others have an advantage or function/feature over the other?

[eric m.]

Those are some nice scales that would match my Sage 3! where did you get those?

[Holland]

Thanks. I know I wouldn't be interested in the Ti version, so other than the steel being used, does one of the others have an advantage or function/feature over the other?

Nope!

And Eric, i got them off a custom handle make on bladeforums

[this_is_nascar]

Thanks for your help.

[eric m.]

Thanks Holland! :)

[jmh58]

Spencer.. You can post the modded Chap any time!! That is one fine looking knife!!! NICE!!! John

[3rdGenRigger]

Thanks. I know I wouldn't be interested in the Ti version, so other than the steel being used, does one of the others have an advantage or function/feature over the other?

The CF handle scales will show scratches less...in fact I'm quite amazed at how little they show wear at all. Even if you pry with it or drop the knife onto concrete and it impacts a corner of the scale it's VERY hard to tell. I've held the Chaparral 2, and the CF scales are definitely grippier, though the stepped handles of the 3 might be on par. That one costs quite a bit more though.

[Holland]

Now that we know the handle material, lets speculate the finish the scales will receive!

Im guessing they will have some sort of pattern, but i hope they don't and are just plain bronze

[LC Kid]

Hi Holland!


I do think that plain bronze would be awesome. I'd love to see it that way.

But given the intricate pattern the earlier Chaparral metal models had, I seriously doubt it would be just plain. :)

[Holland]

Hi Holland!


I do think that plain bronze would be awesome. I'd love to see it that way.

But given the intricate pattern the earlier Chaparral metal models had, I seriously doubt it would be just plain. :)

Thats my thoughts as well :cool:

[VeloWeave]

Any new word on the status of Chaparral 4. The last two were beautiful but just didn't call my name, especially at their pricepoint. Hoping for something classy out of the 4 but still under $150 street price.

[bh49]

I would be happy with something phenolic or a nice wood on a bolstered version! Anyone else share our interest?

Nice wood or bone + bolsters and this can be my first chap.

[Holland]

I would love a wood scale chaparral

[bearfacedkiller]

Bumpity bump!!!

I have reason to believe that we may have made a decision on the handle material for the Chap 5. Any word on this?

and...

When is the bronze Chap coming? I am very eagerly awaiting this. :) :) :) :) :) :)

[arty]

I can easily see a nice glass fiber handle on the Chaparral. I have the CF S30V version in my pocket right now.

[VeloWeave]

Bump! Anyone know what scale will be on Chap 4 & 5?

[PWork]

FRN would certainly have my attention...

[sal]

No FRN in-the-works. We have 4 different variations, with 3 of them, we're having problems with the material in one way or another. Which ever material gets sorted first will be the next variation.

sal

[VeloWeave]

Thanks Sal, The Chaparral remains my favorite Spyderco. I have the original one and would love to add another some day.

[bearfacedkiller]

Bump! Anyone know what scale will be on Chap 4 & 5?

Bronze is one of them. There is also a more natural option coming I believe.