Amsterdam Meet 2015 report of upcoming Spyderco prototypes

[swigert]

Interesting that the ROC was not shown but firefly and mike draper were. All were in the 2014 catalog.

I wonder if the ROC got pushed back even farther.

[MCM]

Now things are really getting ugly over here....... Cant wait!
Mamba
Sprig
Myrtle
Nirvana
GB2
Ronin 2
Endeavour

[elena86]

Now things are really getting ugly over here....... Cant wait!
Mamba
Sprig
Myrtle
Nirvana
GB2
Ronin 2
Endeavour

You forgot one or two :)

[MCM]

I cant commit to all of them.
Just have to limit it to the "must have" list.

[Mr Blonde]

To me, the Bradley Bowie looked and handled like a solid classic field knife. It has the same type of smooth radiused grip as the Southfork, but the Bradley Bowie was noticeably bigger and heavier. For a proper review of the Bradley Bowie, please see N. Brian Huegel’s post here.


























Overall Length: 25,5 cm / 10.04inches
Blade Length: 13,5 cm / 5.31 inches

[Mako109]

Wow... Bradley Folder 2 and the Bradley Bowie. Doesn't get much better than that.

[Mr Blonde]

The Szabohawk felt like it belonged more in a toolbox than a display cabinet for fine knives. And I mean that in a good way, the Szabohawk is definitely all business. The hawk seemed very agile in the hand and ergonomic for a variety of grips. Apparently, it’s suitable for use as both an entry tool and a fighting tool if needed. The SzaboHawk’s sheath from this prototype seemed just right, solid retention but the hawk could be drawn smoothly from the sheath.





















Overall Length: 30,2 cm / 11.88 inches
Blade Length: 12,4 cm / 4.89 inches

[DougC-3]

Interesting that the ROC was not shown but firefly and mike draper were. All were in the 2014 catalog.

I wonder if the ROC got pushed back even farther.

Also, the New Stretch 2 G-10 was not shown and is in the catalog. Could it mean that they're closer to release and soon we could see the real thing?

[Mr Blonde]

That was the last prototype I can share from this year's Spyderco Amsterdam Meet. Up next for me, to see how the videos of some prototypes turned out that I made from the IWA show in Germany. I hope to publish the first video tomorrow.

[Mr Blonde]

Interesting that the ROC was not shown but firefly and mike draper were. All were in the 2014 catalog.

I wonder if the ROC got pushed back even farther.

Also, the New Stretch 2 G-10 was not shown and is in the catalog. Could it mean that they're closer to release and soon we could see the real thing?

For what it's worth, the Stretch 2 G-10 was shown at the IWA trade show.

[DougC-3]

That was the last prototype I can share from this year's Spyderco Amsterdam Meet. Up next for me, to see how the videos of some prototypes turned out that I made from the IWA show in Germany. I hope to publish the first video tomorrow.

It's sad to be at the end of the list, but great to have the videos still to look forward to. Thanks again for all the good work and hard work!

[Surfingringo]

Wow... Bradley Folder 2 and the Bradley Bowie. Doesn't get much better than that.

Agreed. I really like Gayle Bradley's designs.

[paladin]

SzaboHawk...gonna get it :spyder:

[tvenuto]

Thanks for doing all that work to satisfy our Spydielust, Wouter! I didn't appreciate the effort this takes until I saw for myself the dizzying pace of the Amsterdam Meet. It was great to meet you and I hope it's not the last time I find myself in your fine country.

[mattman]

That was the last prototype I can share from this year's Spyderco Amsterdam Meet. Up next for me, to see how the videos of some prototypes turned out that I made from the IWA show in Germany. I hope to publish the first video tomorrow.

Thanks for all the effort, Sir... Once again you've done a fine job for us, and Spyderco!

Much Appreciated!

[swigert]

Thanks for doing all of this Wouter!

[CyberKlown28]

Seems like Byrd is taking over the entire under $100 range, and every new Spydie is going to be ultra premium stuff.

[tvenuto]

Seems like Byrd is taking over the entire under $100 range, and every new Spydie is going to be ultra premium stuff.

I'm not sure that's a completely accurate assessment, but I can see how one could draw that conclusion from what was shown. We were definitely shown some very high end stuff, but there is certainly a bunch of what I'd call "mid-range" knives in the works. These knives, if they sell well, could turn into "lightweight" FRN models, which have proven to be very high value for the cost.

Although Spyderco has a very well regarded FRN line from Seki, I think they've seen demand for more FRN knives in US steels. However, you have to remember the path to creating a lightweight version: first vet the design in G10, then take the plunge to have FRN molds made. How long were the Manix and Native out before we saw FRN versions? It's not a quick process, but given the cost of a new FRN mold, you're always going to see more variety in the "high end" offerings, which pay for themselves each and every time. The FRN models only pay for themselves with volume.

But yes, if you want high end materials made here in the US, with great fit and finish, there's only so inexpensively something can be made.

[chuckd]

Ya know, I may just have to get the hatchet.

[jmh58]

Thanks for doing all of this Wouter!

Yes!! THANKS!! John :)