Native 4 ???

FRIZ · #1

Any updates on when we can expect to see the new Native 4 CF?

Thank you,
Regards,
FRIZ

FRIZ · #2

:confused:

:confused:

Anybody?

Regards,
FRIZ

LowTEC · #3

Last time I heard, it was coming out in Aug 08 :p

slice22358 · #4

LowTEC wrote:Last time I heard, it was coming out in Aug 08 :p

Ha I think they say everything comes out in August and just go from there :rolleyes:

OuchThatsSharp · #5

The "expected" date now is Oct.26th.

That's from a couple of online knife purveyor's sites. I take them with a grain of salt anymore. Everytime I look, it's moved out again. :confused:

MCM · #6

Is this one going to be a regular production model?
Or one you need to pick up quickly? Limited numbers etc.
Thanks!

gldfshkpr · #7

Full Flat Grind? Anyone know any specs?

MCM · #8

Pg. 4

http://spyderco.com/catalog/2008SPYSupplement.pdf

C41CFP Native4
CLOSED 3-15/16” 100mm
OVERALL 7” 178mm
BLADE 3” 76mm
EDGE 2-1/2” 64mm
BLADE STEEL VG-10
WEIGHT 3.2oz 89g

c41CFP Native4
The Spyderco Native Model has taken on a notable life. Starting out
as a folder engineered for the human hand, that remains key but the
model continues evolving with newer materials and blade steels. The
new Native4 is all about ergonomics like its predecessor but comes
with a carbon fiber handle. What positions the Native as a winner in
ergonomic measurement is its two finger indents. The first, closest to
the blade, positions the index finger for choking up and controlling the
cutting edge. The second indent holds the middle section of your hand
on the handle so it cuts like a high-performance sports car - smooth,
controlled, effortlessly.

4-way clip
Weight reducing spine swedge-grind
Spine and finger-choil jimping
Spear-point flat-ground blade
Full skeletonized liners
-----------------------End quote------------------------------------

Looks a bit less like a native with the flat grind, but probably works better in real world cutting. Just a guess..... Its been pre-ordered.... :o )

wescobts · #9

Whenever it comes out it will be worth it, stunning !! :spyder: :)

J Smith · #10

Oct 26 is my birthday,got to whisper to the wife. :rolleyes:

JustAnEDC'er · #11

does anybody have any idea how much its gonna cost?

catamount · #12

JustAnEDC'er wrote:does anybody have any idea how much its gonna cost?

MSRP is $259.95. US street price in the $160-180 range.

JustAnEDC'er · #13

holy crap :eek: hahaah ok thanks, back to shopping for a D4W and trying to score a cheap caly 3 or sage :cool:

MCM · #14

There are better deals out there if you shop around.
Am pre-ordered for less........

THG · #15

JustAnEDC'er wrote:holy crap :eek: hahaah ok thanks, back to shopping for a D4W and trying to score a cheap caly 3 or sage :cool:

Yeah, the carbon fiber is a killer on the price factor -_-

JustAnEDC'er · #16

yeah, the sage seems to be the only one under the 100$ mark (if you ebay it, that is) my username should tell you that the native 4 probably isn't built for me ^

FLYBYU44 · #17

I wonder why all the new knives with CF handles? I would think that G10 would keep the price down and is almost as cheap.

THG · #18

FLYBYU44 wrote:I wonder why all the new knives with CF handles? I would think that G10 would keep the price down and is almost as cheap.

Or my all time favorite: FRN.

#19

Hi Friz,

I just approved of the first production article today. Shouldn't be too long now.

While the Native4 is a regular production piece, it is a limited production due to the capacity of this particular maker. It is also the pilot for the new FRN model that we'll be making in Golden.

sal

MCM · #20

Thanks Sal.
What is the CF finish like on this model?
Smooth / Polished? Or more like the peel ply CF?
Also, any changes from the proto in the pictures?
Any way you could post a shot of the finished product?

Thanks again!
MCM