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It seems that the Adventura has quite a unique blade shape/angle along with some cool looking slots.

Any info on this blade, it looks very "purpose driven" :cool:

Aloha Outlaw!

Bro, ya need to be a bit more specific please :D ! "Purpose Driven" describes ALL of Alex's Creations...

I don't know if the slots assist in opening, you know, if under extreme circumstances you slip off the Trademarked RoundHole, but the blade shape:

OH MAN! It's a RECURVE!!! I LOVE recurves!!! :rolleyes: :) Hang in there bro, as I do foresee the "creator of this creation" to be popping in soon.

God bless :cool:

DAYWALKER wrote:Aloha Outlaw!

Bro, ya need to be a bit more specific please :D ! "Purpose Driven" describes ALL of Alex's Creations...:

Aloha DAYWALKER! :)
Well...I just noticed that the blade pointed downward when the knife is level.
You used the term "RECURVE"
I guess I'm showing my lack of knife knowledge here but... :eek:
What exactly is that style of blade used for? What are it's advantages? :confused:
I know what hawkbills, drop points, & clip points for. But this is new to me. :o

big belly, excellent slicer

Recurve allows better cutting in a hard use enviorment. It makes the knife sink into what is being cut.

The top of the blade, is smaller. Almost like a Strider NM grind., But not the same. It will allow alot more stabbing power.

Vincent wrote:Recurve allows better cutting in a hard use enviorment. It makes the knife sink into what is being cut.

The top of the blade, is smaller. Almost like a Strider NM grind., But not the same. It will allow alot more stabbing power.

winnie is bang on !

vass

severedthumbs wrote:big belly, excellent slicer

Now that you mention it... I can see it's "belly" :)

Vincent wrote:Recurve allows better cutting in a hard use enviorment. It makes the knife sink into what is being cut.

The top of the blade, is smaller. Almost like a Strider NM grind., But not the same. It will allow alot more stabbing power.

Thanks ]really[/I] starting to like this knife now! :D

Outlaw wrote:Thanks ]really[/I] starting to like this knife now! :D

yeah its awsome, I cant wait,

Dear friends,
I am glad that my knife hit your interest. Just like you noticed, it's a recurved blade. This seems to be quite practical when it comes to camping, hiking, outdoor purposes usually (pretty good for spreading peanut butter also) . The belly and the high grind should make for a good slicer. Also, the swedge would allow easier penetration. The choil has a long kick, almost a quillon, to minimize the danger of injuring your index finger, either by sliding forwards on the blade, or by being hit by the cutting material. It also prevents blade overtravel when the knife is closed. The thumb ramp has deep traction grooves. Even if your finger will slide forwards, it should stop either on the vents in the blade or on the cusp before the swedge (depending on the grip).
Now the intriguing cutouts in the blade... you have noticed that when you make some detailed or intrigued cutting or carving, you keep the knife as close to the tip as possible. The slots allow a safer and more comfortable grip, by putting your index and thumb on the first one, your middle finger rests on the second one, and your ringfinger may find its place in the round hole.
Also the handles feature some vents, for an improved grip, and for faster and easier drying of critical parts (lock and spring). They also offer easier access if you want to lube your knife without dismantling it.

Thanks for the info!

Looking at your knife... well it looks like there's a lot of cool stuff going on there in the design. I just wanted to hear more about it. :)

Can't wait to get mine.

BTW... excellent web site you have there!

Guys who haven't checked it out....There's a lot more where this came from! :D

Who is this knife going to be available to for purchase? Anyone who is a member of this forum?

Xlr8td wrote:Who is this knife going to be available to for purchase? Anyone who is a member of this forum?

Forum knife, is every memeber of this forum.

Standard non engraved, is availible to your local dealer when its released.

Xlr8td wrote:Who is this knife going to be available to for purchase? Anyone who is a member of this forum?

Under strict interpretation of Kristi's rules for ordering, unless a parallel "sign up" thread gets posted on the other Spyderco forum, that would seem to be the case. On the other hand, I would guess if someone who lurks here but posts on one of the other forums where Spyderco has a presence, either formal (BladeForums) or informal (BritishBlades), sent the correct amount of money for one or two knives, a "ship to" address, and their screen name and the forum where they use it, that the order "might" very well be honored.

Thanks Alex for the explaination, one of the great things about having the designers of some of the collaboration models active here is the chance to get insight into the thought behind the design.

Very nice looking and well thought out piece. It looks like a very good utility design, it should see a lot of use and support. Good Luck Alex...Take Care...Ed

ALEX! Congratulations! Fantastic Work! Thanks for the background design details/concepts. Can't wait to use it! .... steeldust

This is one amazing looking knife.

I agree, that knife is gorgeous, the only problem with it, is that its not in my hand right now.

The next few months are going to take way too long.

Congratulation Dialex :D

I truly appreciate a knife whose every part and piece has a purpose other than "it looks really cool like that". The fact that your design's well thought out features also look cool is a big bonus! :D Well done Sir! and good luck on any future :spyder: designs.

Hi Zenheretic and BDNX, welcome to the Spyderco Forum. Enjoy your stay here.
You see, they were saying that the word "fugly" was reserved for spydies. But Ed Schempp has proven (with his Persian folder) that a Spyderco can look good and perform great at the same time. I am also an adept of "function first", but why shouldn't function be packed in an attractive package (well, as much as it can)