Wharnies....Question for Sal included...

JBE · #1

I'm starting to find myself drawn to the Wharncliff blade shape.

Correct me if I'm wrong but the current production Wharnies include the Kiwi, Cento 4, Urban and Spin.

Sal, are there plans to introduce any not-yet-released models with this blade shape? Maybe something along the lines of an urban but bigger and with a back lock (maybe closer to Caly 3 size thereabouts). Out of the current production Wharnie models only the Cento 4 appeals to me but I would love to see a Wharnie folder that's a little more up-scale.

For you Kiwi users, do you carry yours loose in your pocket or in the pouch to protect it?

RazorSharp86 · #2

That's correct. Soon though, the Enzo beast is going to arrive... The Rocklobster.

The Deacon · #3

JBE wrote:I'm starting to find myself drawn to the Wharncliff blade shape.

Correct me if I'm wrong but the current production Wharnies include the Kiwi, Cento 4, Urban and Spin.

Sal, are there plans to introduce any not-yet-released models with this blade shape? Maybe something along the lines of an urban but bigger and with a back lock (maybe closer to Caly 3 size thereabouts). Out of the current production Wharnie models only the Cento 4 appeals to me but I would love to see a Wharnie folder that's a little more up-scale.

For you Kiwi users, do you carry yours loose in your pocket or in the pouch to protect it?

Carry my Kiwis loose most of the time, but in the watch pocket of my jeans where the chances of damage are low. Sometimes do use a pouch, if the Kiwi I'm carrying has relatively soft scales, like malachite, turquoise, or petosky stone. Always use a pouch when I'm wearing pants without a watch pocket. The one I use most often is an A.G. Russell small leather pouch.

RazorSharp86 wrote:That's correct. Soon though, the Enzo beast is going to arrive... The Rocklobster.

Not to knock the Rocklobster, but calling it a wharncliffe is stretching the defintion past the breaking point. Tip is closer to a sheepsfoot, edge is curved, not straight.

catamount · #4

JBE wrote:Sal, are there plans to introduce any not-yet-released models with this blade shape? Maybe something along the lines of an urban but bigger and with a back lock (maybe closer to Caly 3 size thereabouts).

I started a thread on this very subject a few days back.

http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36962

JBE · #5

That's why I didn't mention the Rock Lobster as I really don't consider it a Wharnie either.

Paul, thanks for the link for those pouches. I'm taking they're holding up well for you? Figured it wouldn't take long to post on this. :D

For the longest time I never really cared for the Kiwis but I'm starting to hear that Carbon Fiber one call my name rather loudly every time I look at it.

Tom...my apologies. I must have missed your thread completely.... :o

The Deacon · #6

It's holding up fine Jason. Leather is thin and supple, of excellent quality, and the pouch is very well made. It is a rather snug fit on a Kiwi, and several years of occasional use have not stretched it out any. That doens't bother me, since quick deployment isn't a requirement for my Kiwis, but it may be an issue for others.

catamount · #7

JBE wrote:Tom...my apologies. I must have missed your thread completely.... :o

No problem, great minds think alike

:)

zenheretic · #8

A run of the Swick is coming. I understand it is exclusive to one distributor or dealer but don't know who, which makes it harder to acquire. It would help sales if we knew who to ask for one...

anson argyris · #9

RazorSharp86 wrote:the Enzo beast is going to arrive... The Rocklobster.

Sorry, but the name is ANSO (Jens Anso),and it's not really a wharncliffe blade.

stonefrog · #10

zenheretic wrote:A run of the Swick is coming. I understand it is exclusive to one distributor or dealer but don't know who, which makes it harder to acquire. It would help sales if we knew who to ask for one...

Hi,

It's being sold through SFO.

http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.p ... ight=swick

Post 9 from Kristi.

James

scout · #11

The Deacon wrote:It's holding up fine Jason. Leather is thin and supple, of excellent quality, and the pouch is very well made. It is a rather snug fit on a Kiwi, and several years of occasional use have not stretched it out any. That doens't bother me, since quick deployment isn't a requirement for my Kiwis, but it may be an issue for others.

I had to giggle thinking about deploying a Kiwi quickly for some emergency.
"Quick, cut this string!"

RazorSharp86 · #12

Whoops, Anzo....
And even though it is not a wharnnie, isn't it geometrically as good, if not then better?

JBE · #13

The Deacon wrote:It's holding up fine Jason. Leather is thin and supple, of excellent quality, and the pouch is very well made. It is a rather snug fit on a Kiwi, and several years of occasional use have not stretched it out any. That doens't bother me, since quick deployment isn't a requirement for my Kiwis, but it may be an issue for others.

Thanks again for the reply. I've always overlooked the Kiwi in the past but lately I've found myself interested in more classical-style pocket knives (hence the Kiwi). I've always made do with larger folders like the Millie, Endura and Police but I think a smaller, clip-less knife may have a place in my EDC rotation also, especially for formal occasions when the clip and butt-end of a large folder sticking out of my pocket would be out of sorts. I like the Wharnie blades and the advantages they offer over certain other blade types. I miss the underrated cutting ability and easy-to-sharpen characteristics of my old SS Calypso Jr (a sort of semi-Wharnie blade shape). I think a Kiwi may just be my ticket for what I'm looking for.

Any suggestions as to which Kiwi would make the best every day user?

boboakalfb · #14

I think my Kiwi Mother of Pearl makes a great dress carry folder. It's a beautiful little knife.

As for every day, Paul is the expert on this one.

BradBacon18 · #15

You forgot about the P'kal.

amen74 · #16

Whenever I decide to carry my lone jigged bone Kiwi, it just goes in the small front pocket of my jeans. I don't feel it there, but it's there when I need it. Great LBK that's not to be underestimated because of size. Scary little cutter!

robin · #17

yes great cutter, asck to my right tumb

. But had been my fault.

BradBacon18 · #18

JBE wrote:I'm starting to find myself drawn to the Wharncliff blade shape.

Correct me if I'm wrong but the current production Wharnies include the Kiwi, Cento 4, Urban and Spin.

Sal, are there plans to introduce any not-yet-released models with this blade shape? Maybe something along the lines of an urban but bigger and with a back lock (maybe closer to Caly 3 size thereabouts). Out of the current production Wharnie models only the Cento 4 appeals to me but I would love to see a Wharnie folder that's a little more up-scale.

For you Kiwi users, do you carry yours loose in your pocket or in the pouch to protect it?

You forgot the P'kal.