Something interesting happened today.

[Knutty]

Of all my Spydies (and I have many) the Sage 3 is the smoothest opening of them all.

I don't see how it could possibly be smoother than a Manix*. Every Manix* I've had has been like pushing an ice cube on wet ice.

[Rule #9]

I really need to try a Sage as well as a Chaparral....

Yes, yes you do.
I haven't met the Chaparral yet but have heard great things. The sage fits my hand perfectly so I'm not sure if I'd want to go any smaller. The Chaparral seems like a smaller sage and if it's anything like the sage then it's a fantastic knife.

[Rule #9]

Of all my Spydies (and I have many) the Sage 3 is the smoothest opening of them all.

I don't see how it could possibly be smoother than a Manix*. Every Manix* I've had has been like pushing an ice cube on wet ice.

I don't have a manix but if it's smoother than a sage that would be ridiculously smooth.

[Knutty]

Of all my Spydies (and I have many) the Sage 3 is the smoothest opening of them all.

I don't see how it could possibly be smoother than a Manix*. Every Manix* I've had has been like pushing an ice cube on wet ice.

I don't have a manix but if it's smoother than a sage that would be ridiculously smooth.

They swing absolutely freely while still having no blade play. There are things I dislike about the Manix* but I absolutely love the smoothness. Now you've got me seriously considering a Sage. :)