The C-80 DODO>> A CLOSER LOOK

[JD Spydo]

Well I can't think of any of Spyderco's non conventional blades that deserve a CLOSER LOOK more than the DODO. I have 3 of them and all of them are being put to good practical, everyday usage i.e. packaging blade, the tool box and my survival bug out bag. This is one Spyder that I will probably being finding new uses and job capabilities for many years to come. For packaging and any job where you use tape a lot the Dodo is a tool of ergonomic versatility for everyday chores as well as specialized cuttting needs. Eric Glesser true hit one out of the park with men on base when he designed and launched this one.

This is one Spyder I have never put one in the long term collection because the 3 I have I really need them for jobs that I do. The Dodo could easily be the most useful Spyder ever designed with it's multi task capabilities and it's amazing adaptability with it's unique, precise Hawkbill point. It's another prime example of Spyderco's super unique designs with very pragmatic work capabilities. I can't for the life of me figure why it was discontinued and why they don't make a bigger version of this knife.

The Dodo is a Spyder that if I used my imagination I could probably carry it alone and make due as a primary EDC. I did EDC it once for about a week and the only thing that made me go back to a more conventional knife was my personal need for a longer blade. This is one Spyder that needs to be revamped and re-introduced at some later date. I can also do better precision cutting with the Dodo than I can with most knives. I am surprised that woodworkers and other tradesmen haven't found a viable "tool use" for this superb blade. The Dodo is definitely one of those "GOTTA HAVE" Spyders. Wow! wouldn't this be a blade candidate for the ZDP-189 blade steel :cool: :spyder:

[224477]

Great input JD :)

You just made me more confused, ´cause Dodo is on my decision list among others.
To grab one, or not to grab one, that is the questions that employs me mind..

[greencobra]

Wow! wouldn't this be a blade candidate for the ZDP-189 blade steel :cool: :spyder:

I thought the very same thing last week. No worries on selling out this guy in ZDP-189 on a sprint run.

I agree with you on this one JD. Wonderful knife. Have 2, PE & SE. Although not much of a SE fan, this and the Tasman, both in SE, see a lot of use.

[WORKER#9]

ONE of the best unconventional knife designs of all time!

[MacTech]

As long as we're wishing for the ressurection of the Dodo in exotic metals, why not an H-1 Dodo with yellow G-10 scales?, call it the Great Salt Lake, or Gulf Of Mexico Salt....

[Mr Blonde]

The Dodo could easily be the most useful Spyder ever designed with it's multi task capabilities and it's amazing adaptability with it's unique, precise Hawkbill point.

I'm no fan of the hawkbill, but the Dodo has indeed proven to be a multitasker. Excellent for MBC, but even better for EDC and just plain hard work. I used one of my Dodos when helping a friend move and for some construction work in his house. The Dodo cut carpets like butter, opened everything that needed opening, pried light wooden boards, and was even used for cutting some sheets of heavy plastic/rubber when tarring the roof. A thorough wash, sharpening and oil and the Dodo came back to life. Ofcourse that hair-fine tip is gone, but mainly due to my inability to sharpen it and I dropped it a few times.

Thankfully the Dodo is plenty popular among us knife knuts, so a ZDP version may just become reality.

Wouter

[BlackNinja]

Great info, JD. :cool: It really is a versatile knife. Unfortunately, I don't have one anymore. :o Ya don't know what ya got till it's gone! The only reason I don't have one is because I'm not a big fan of the BB lock. :o I'm gonna have to pick another one of these up, for the aforementioned reasons. It really is a great little-big knife! I can't believe I let mine go! :o :o :o

[Civilian]

This is a Great little knife! I have a PE in blue and EDC it quite a bit. I need to get an SE in black, so as to compare the cutting abality. A Full-sizes version would be great IMHO.

[Axlis]

Thanks for the great read, JD, I agree with all points!

I apoligize in advance, but

ALL HAIL KING DODO!!!

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(I always find a way to throw in a cheesy Dodo pic :rolleyes: :D )

The Dodo, IMHO, is one of the BEST Spyderco designs EVER! Eric really done a great job with this one, I am just very sad that it didn't sell very well. This knife is pure EDC potential, the only thing it's not good at is slicing, which is why I always pair it with something else.

Yale's (that's me!) Ultimate EDC recipe:

Take one Dodo
Add any other none Hawkbill or reverse Spyderco of choice
Clip Spyderco of choice in front pocket
Clip Dodo to change pocket ( IWB or rear pocket if you are a lefty :) )

Carry for one week, and...Voila! You've discovered a nearly unbeatable EDC combo that can handle every task thrown at you.

Repeat on a daily basis to get the most desired effect :p :p :p

[spydutch]

Great topic JD

You're right, the Dodo really rocks :cool:

The only reason I didn't use it at work is that I often need a bigger blade for my cutting tasks

I would surely like an Endura sized(or just a tad smaller), fully serrated Dodo with a back lock in black G10 :)

[JD Spydo]

Cool!!! It looks as though we have stumbled upon a really serious "comeback candidate". I love that idea of a SALT version, H-1 Dodo. That is a cool idea. It could even be the CARRIBEAN SALT :D .

But even a New Dodo with M-4 or one of the other more exotic blade steels I think could render a nice pay day. IT's also interesting that an admitted NoN HaWKBILL person even likes it. I just can't trade any of mine. I have traded 2 of them in the past and wish I had both of them back.

Say how about a Bigger Dodo with a Gunting handle. :cool:

Wow what a cool CLOSER LOOK this has turned out to be :spyder:

[yablanowitz]

I've had my Dodo for a while now, been carrying it every day since I got it. A truly great utility knife, the oh so useful mini hawkbill tip is both its strength and weakness. It works wonderfully for most cutting tasks, but just try to scape a little paint off a wall with it. :rolleyes: That, of course, is when the Delica (or Endura, or...) comes out. Unfortunately, I have to do a lot of that sort of thing in my job. I have been tempted to put an edge on the outside of the tip for those tasks, but I would end up amputating something with it if I did. Oh, well, at least it gives me an excuse to carry another knife (like I NEED an excuse :D )

[Patriot]

The Dodo seems like a superb small EDC that I passed over due to limited funds. A Dodo with a Swick-like blade would be irresistable, however. :D

[Hannibal Lecter]

Dear Friends,

I had recently chosen the Dodo as a perfect candidate for a bit of customizing; I was just about ready to try and trade one up to tinker with as my Lady would KILL me should I modify hers.

In any event, I had been playing with her Dodo for a bit, opening with the Spyder-drop, thumb flick, wrist flick in reverse grip, etc., when I noticed that the ball lock plunger had frozen compressed and would not engage the ball to lock the blade. Though I did eventually get it to pop back out, this is quite obviously a dangerous situation for an MBC blade. Has anyone else experienced this issue, and if so, how did you go about fixing it? I debated disassembling the knife (yes, I know it will void my warranty, etc.) and polishing the innards a bit with a felt bob on a Dremel tool and some polishing compound. Anyone have any suggestions?

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Hannibal

[zenheretic]

I find the Dodo handle unbearably uncomfortable and I know the Cricket can perform any task the Dodo can in a much smaller package.

I know I'll suffer the heretics fate for this one...

[smcfalls13]

I'm safe on this one JD, can't entice me to buy another one, because I KNOW the Dodo rocks. :cool:

[Django]

PUT HIM ON THE WHEEL! Axlis, you get the rope! JD are you ready to crank it?

[JD Spydo]

I find the Dodo handle unbearably uncomfortable and I know the Cricket can perform any task the Dodo can in a much smaller package.

I know I'll suffer the heretics fate for this one...

BLASPHEMY!!!! ABSOLUTE BLASPHEMY!!! :D ZEN you haven't Blashphemed that bad since you suggested the death of the big Hawkbill thread a few months back :rolleyes: . I have a CF Cricket Sir> The best CRicket they've made up till now and I can doubly assure you that there are a myriad of jobs you can do with the DODO that the Cricket just doesn't have the muscle for.

Take ZEN back to his room> Give him an injection of THorazine and hopefully he'll quit having these delusional episodes :D Try cutting five feet of carpet with a Cricket ZEN. Try severing 5 pieces of 5/8ths thick rope Sir. It won't take you long to realize that the DODO is a mini Hawkbill with medium sized muscle. The heat must be getting to you out there :rolleyes: .

LONG LIVE THE DODO>> bring back a bigger one with a Gunting handle please :spyder:

[Michael Cook]

...I noticed that the ball lock plunger had frozen compressed and would not engage the ball to lock the blade. Though I did eventually get it to pop back out, this is quite obviously a dangerous situation for an MBC blade. Has anyone else experienced this issue, and if so, how did you go about fixing it? I debated disassembling the knife (yes, I know it will void my warranty, etc.) and polishing the innards a bit with a felt bob on a Dremel tool and some polishing compound. Anyone have any suggestions?

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Hannibal

:spyder: My dear Doctor, probably just fluff inside. If'n you send it in they'll just open it and take out the fluff. How handy are you? I'm not at all and would rather keep the warrantee although it's probably a 20 minuet job. :spyder:

[smcfalls13]

In any event, I had been playing with her Dodo for a bit, opening with the Spyder-drop, thumb flick, wrist flick in reverse grip, etc., when I noticed that the ball lock plunger had frozen compressed and would not engage the ball to lock the blade. Though I did eventually get it to pop back out, this is quite obviously a dangerous situation for an MBC blade. Has anyone else experienced this issue, and if so, how did you go about fixing it? I debated disassembling the knife (yes, I know it will void my warranty, etc.) and polishing the innards a bit with a felt bob on a Dremel tool and some polishing compound. Anyone have any suggestions?

I had the opposite problem on one of my older Dodos(I've had 3 or 4, can't remember exactly), where the lock was stuck in the open position, but I would imagine it would be a simple fix to open up the knife, and polish the components a little. Sounds like a good idea to me.