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RadioactiveSpyder wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 9:14 am

Thank you Wouter! Always one of the best threads of the year and always highly anticipated! I love to see Spyderco branching out to Sheffield, I’m curious if that happening will also be a “flash batch” (one and done). As for the N5, no surprises there I suppose per the previous teaser, I’m curious if Ed Schempp made the bolster material (it screams Ed), and the blade material choice. I’m a little surprised they didn’t choose a subtle Damascus pattern for the blade, something like the new DamaX that’s out (not Damasteel) that’s supposed to be more affordable. Overall, it seems like a reboot of the 25th anniversary Delica with similar materials (which apparently was pointed out while I was busy typing this out). Great stuff! Cheers, Radioactive

Mushroom wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 9:27 am

RadioactiveSpyder wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 9:14 am

Thank you Wouter! Always one of the best threads of the year and always highly anticipated! I love to see Spyderco branching out to Sheffield, I’m curious if that happening will also be a “flash batch” (one and done). As for the N5, no surprises there I suppose per the previous teaser, I’m curious if Ed Schempp made the bolster material (it screams Ed), and the blade material choice. I’m a little surprised they didn’t choose a subtle Damascus pattern for the blade, something like the new DamaX that’s out (not Damasteel) that’s supposed to be more affordable. Overall, it seems like a reboot of the 25th anniversary Delica with similar materials (which apparently was pointed out while I was busy typing this out). Great stuff! Cheers, Radioactive

I do believe the MuntjaX will be a "flash production" from Sheffield. Eric mentioned production costs being high there.

Also, yes the bolsters are made by Ed Schempp. I'm reluctant to share blade steel but that proto does represent what it comes with. Damascus on Damascus could get quite "busy" visually.

Part of the idea was to match the 25th Anniversary Delica. Again, reluctant to share much more because the snipers in bushes have me in their sights at the moment...

RadioactiveSpyder wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 9:14 am

Thank you Wouter! Always one of the best threads of the year and always highly anticipated! I love to see Spyderco branching out to Sheffield, I’m curious if that happening will also be a “flash batch” (one and done). As for the N5, no surprises there I suppose per the previous teaser, I’m curious if Ed Schempp made the bolster material (it screams Ed), and the blade material choice. I’m a little surprised they didn’t choose a subtle Damascus pattern for the blade, something like the new DamaX that’s out (not Damasteel) that’s supposed to be more affordable. Overall, it seems like a reboot of the 25th anniversary Delica with similar materials (which apparently was pointed out while I was busy typing this out). Great stuff! Cheers, Radioactive

northmanscall wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 10:24 am

Mushroom, the spirit of the Amsterdam meet lies in trust, a gentlemans agreement.

Just ask yourself why none of the other 69 participants is sharing any info except from you. We all heard the same infos and insights from Eric and the team.

Mr Blonde wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 10:37 am

RadioactiveSpyder wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 9:14 am

Thank you Wouter! Always one of the best threads of the year and always highly anticipated! I love to see Spyderco branching out to Sheffield, I’m curious if that happening will also be a “flash batch” (one and done). As for the N5, no surprises there I suppose per the previous teaser, I’m curious if Ed Schempp made the bolster material (it screams Ed), and the blade material choice. I’m a little surprised they didn’t choose a subtle Damascus pattern for the blade, something like the new DamaX that’s out (not Damasteel) that’s supposed to be more affordable. Overall, it seems like a reboot of the 25th anniversary Delica with similar materials (which apparently was pointed out while I was busy typing this out). Great stuff! Cheers, Radioactive

Thanks for the kind words. What I posted about the anniversary model is all I've been asked to share about it right now. More details and images will follow after Spyderco has officially revealed the design...

Mr Blonde wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 7:09 am

Picking up the MuntjaX felt very much like one of Phil Wilson’s Spyderco designs; the 3D machined micarta handle was finished smooth and comfortable in any grip but still offered a very solid grip in the hand. It’ll be fun to try this knife out. Especially with the SF100 steel, which I’m personally not familiar with. I did appreciate the blade finish, which seemed like a ‘rough’ stonewashed finish.

Mr Blonde wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 7:32 am

I could only show this teaser for now. Many already surmised from the 2026 catalog that it was going to be a Native 5, but here’s a first look at the bolster. Once this design is officially unveiled, I can share more photos of this production sample, which will see some minor refinements before actual production.

Mr Blonde wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 7:32 am

I could only show this teaser for now. Many already surmised from the 2026 catalog that it was going to be a Native 5, but here’s a first look at the bolster. Once this design is officially unveiled, I can share more photos of this production sample, which will see some minor refinements before actual production.

Synov wrote: ↑

Sun Mar 08, 2026 11:14 am

For those wondering, SF100 is similar to AEB-L.