More IWA...

araneae · #21

A double BB detent slippie. **** cool.

catamount · #22

Ted wrote:There's another video at youtube where Jurphaas describes this particular model (and other production, or ready for production models) to a journalist, so my guess is that it was overlooked during the photoshoot.

Here it is, about 1:35 into the video.

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Gibsoniam · #23

Ted wrote:If I remember correctly, that model was in the regular show cases and already in production. The 'special' prototype case was not to be photographed, and also is not shwon here in these photo series. There's another video at youtube where Jurphaas describes this particular model (and other production, or ready for production models) to a journalist, so my guess is that it was overlooked during the photoshoot.

The indent is for the reversible clip.

Thanks, Ted. Good/bad news if its that far along and close to release. I joined the cult of the Spyder just in time to miss the previous Terzuola knives... this is a must buy for me... that bringr my post IWA wish list to 5. (FRN Stretch 2, Leafstorm, Chicago, Wings Slipit, and now the Terzuola.) :D My poor wallet!

SoCal Operator · #24

CF Terzuola slipit. Droooooool.

mrappraisit · #25

SoCal Operator wrote:CF Terzuola slipit. Droooooool.

+1000

I love the two ball bering detent idea. I wonder if there is a second set of those "dimples" to help keep it in the open position as well as closed, or does the blade only work against the backspring?

The Deacon · #26

mrappraisit wrote:+1000

I love the two ball bering detent idea. I wonder if there is a second set of those "dimples" to help keep it in the open position as well as closed, or does the blade only work against the backspring?

Looks to me like the ball bearings and dimples are the only latching mechanism. Check out where Jur is opening and closing the knife, it does not seem to have a conventional backspring. The part of the tang were the backspriing would normally ride is raised and jimped.

mrappraisit · #27

The Deacon wrote:Looks to me like the ball bearings and dimples are the only latching mechanism. Check out where Jur is opening and closing the knife, it does not seem to have a conventional backspring. The part of the tang were the backspriing would normally ride is raised and jimped.

Ahhh, that makes sense, I'll have to watch the video a few more times. That and the FRN ZDP really look great.

Thanks to everyone that posts these pics and videos. :D :D

jezabel · #28

MAT888 wrote:
These pictures are already on the net i've got them on my harddrive..So damage already done. If the Co. dont want pictures to be shown they should not bring proto's to IWA/ knife shows... just my 2c...

My sentiments exactly, this info has been openly available for all to see on the web for a couple of days now, it wasn't going to take very long for us Spydie addicts to stumble across it. Better it be seen first here though.

Mr Blonde · #29

Yep, there was a mix up. The Terzuola had a bright red tag with the words 'concept model' on it when I shot it, so that delegated it to the 'verboten category' for me. I just got the confirmation that there was a mix up about the status of this Terzuola collab and it's indeed a regular production prototype. Pics will be up shortly. :D

Wouter

jezabel · #30

Nice :D

Mr Blonde · #31

MAT888 wrote:These pictures are already on the net i've got them on my harddrive..So damage already done. If the Co. dont want pictures to be shown they should not bring proto's to IWA/ knife shows... just my 2c...

I understand your sentiment, and indeed this was just a mix-up; it's a knife that can be presented to everyone since it's close to production. But there is a distinction between 'presenting a new model' and 'showing a design to get feedback before you finalize the design and put it into production'. A venue like the IWA is a great opportunity to get a wide range of customers to get their input on a knife before they decide on the final version and put it into production.

Wouter

Mr Blonde · #32

Here you go....

Wouter

jb2009 · #33

Excellant looking knife....any ideas on the length of blade?? Thanks John

NoFair · #34

Mr Blonde wrote:Yep, there was a mix up. The Terzuola had a bright red tag with the words 'concept model' on it when I shot it, so that delegated it to the 'verboten category' for me. I just got the confirmation that there was a mix up about the status of this Terzuola collab and it's indeed a regular production prototype. Pics will be up shortly. :D

Wouter

It was very verboten when I looked at it in Leeds last year

Looks great, but locks are ok here in Norway :D

Sverre

PSU · #35

:eek: That Terzuola slipit is a beauty.

Mr Blonde · #36

jb2009 wrote:Excellant looking knife....any ideas on the length of blade?? Thanks John

Bladelength was around 3 inches IIRC.

Even though locks are perfectly fine in my country too, it's a really nice knife. That's the silly thing with these slipits; I don't need a lockless knife, but somehow I still like them a lot.

Wouter

amen74 · #37

Hey Wouter,

One last trick up your sleeve huh? What a beauty the Terzuola is.

MCM · #38

Looks like a great knife!
But I like a Lock.
I really like Bob's designs, and he is a super nice guy.
Will have to pass though, have enough 3" and under blades.
Also have (2) MT ATCF Terzuola's. (Another great design)

Keep 'em coming!

Great thread!

Jay_Ev · #39

A very nice knife but the shallow, embossed area where the clip goes takes away the full beauty of the carbon fiber scale. My eyes go directly to it when I look at this knife. Other than that, glad to see another Terzoula in the Spyderco lineup :)

Jay

Joshua J. · #40

Part of the appeal to the slipits is their simplicity. You don't have to worry about taking care of the lock. You can spine whack the knife all you want and it won't break. There's a certain amount of freedom in that.

It also gives you an ace up your sleeve with sheeple.