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Blerv wrote:IMHO if this knife sold out in approximately 3 hours they estimated well for production. I thought it would sell out in 5 minutes. :eek:

It would have if the system could process orders that fast. :eek:

Gadzooks, it took a long time to read this thread with more and more posts coming every second :) I never even considered that there might be something wrong with my state or zip code--my experience is that computer error messages rarely mention the real problem--I just assumed it was server overload.

I just kept hitting the back button and the next step button, admittedly with bated breath and gritted teeth, and finally the mule went through after about 13 minutes. I was foolishly thinking that it would work quicker because there would be less people trying for it (illogical, since it would be the combined effect of both on the server). Then the Native went through a couple of minutes later. I didn't realize quite how lucky I was until after reading this whole thread and seeing that some people tried for over an hour :D

Apparently the fact that I was using the back button instead of the refresh button saved my data and I didn't have to reenter it or have the problem of getting more or less than I intended in the cart (just got one of each with free S&H). Also this was quicker and allowed me to get in more tries in less time.

My hat is off to the people at Golden. With all the work it must take to make these blades, develop the techniques for the new G-10 pattern, routine overhead expenses, I just don't see how they could make any money off a limited run of a unique knife like this. Not to mention what they have to put up with from us forum members in the mean time :p

Congrats everyone, enjoy it for me!

I want to see the pile of sanding belts in the dumpster that they went through. :p

Evil D wrote:Don't give up!

I had no choice, and had to give up after 25 minutes. I had a Dr. apointment that took awhile.
Barely missed them when I got back.

Thats OK though. Stuff happens. Spyderco will put out more cool stuff I'll want.

Blerv wrote:I want to see the pile of sanding belts in the dumpster that they went through. :p

Yes, this would be a nice photo for the back of the 2014 Calendar since we are pretty sure the Forum knife will be on the cover!

Infinite Zero wrote:I just got my shipping notice and tracking number. Looks like they are going out today!

Wow, I figured they would need a day at least to take a breath and get some boxed up and ready to roll! That's great!

Blerv wrote:IMHO if this knife sold out in approximately 3 hours they estimated well for production. I thought it would sell out in 5 minutes. :eek:

I too thought they would have sold out in minutes based on all the hype with the green and steel! I actually figured, I wouldnt be able to get one but I was wrong! :D

Ken44 wrote:I had no choice, and had to give up after 25 minutes. I had a Dr. apointment that took awhile.
Barely missed them when I got back.

Thats OK though. Stuff happens. Spyderco will put out more cool stuff I'll want.

This is my very first Native and Mule so I hope I like them as much as my PM2 or it will be sold! I am keeping my fingers crossed that I will like them! :D

Haven't been around in a while but checked in the other day and saw this thread. Needless to say, delivery inbound!

Well, I got my order processed after 50 minutes of getting the zip code error... :eek: I'm on vacation and had to use my phone, which made it a little more thrilling... I also thought it was going to be sold out a lot faster.

I just got my tracking number too. I got my order in within the first 5 minutes. Whatever problems the website was having, Spyderco's shipping department seems to be on the ball!

Already got the order shipped email! Thanks for the awesome service spydercrew!

Thanks again for the special treat Spyderco crew!

Congratulations forumites! :) ....those who missed out, don't sweat it...the CF N5 is around the corner and loads and oodles of good stuff coming from Spyderco!!!!

Can't believe I got my order in today. Only 2 errors and then bam, in it went.

Well, I missesd this one. Was actually on an airplane when it went on sale, and by the time I landed and had a moment to check, it was gone. I will still get the mule. Enjoy that knife guys, it looks to be a pretty cool one.

macatac

I went by early and got this forum Knife....bad pics but wanted to show. Solid Knife!!!!!!!!!! VERY PLEASED!

Few pics here in dropbox of Forum Knife 2013: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/mndvyhf8pfx5cxd/zHwbF9ID29


PS. didn't realize it sold out so fast from reading after I posted. Don't mean to rub into any ones face. I was glad I remembered today and drove down to SFO.
Thanks

angusW wrote:Can't believe I got my order in today. Only 2 errors and then bam, in it went.

Missed the boat ............waited to long to try.
Next time I,ll quit my job .......LOL

i had no trouble whats-so-ever and i did it at work on my phone :D