I am curious what other equipment designers / manufacturers people have found to offer similar traits as Spyderco. Traits such as quality, durability, and functionality. Incredible value. Interest in their customers feedback. Etc.
Personally, I recommend Black Diamond. I have a few of their back packs, head lamps and some miscellaneous climbing gear. It's all amazingly light, tough and very well thought out. Also, priced competitively. Often when I need ('want' being the correct word) new gear, I look to see if Black Diamond makes it first.
I would also highly recommend Arc'Teryx. I have their Beta AR Jacket and it is amazing. Very high end materials, tough, comfortable and functional. A few people have commented on the price, but like a Caly3, it is worth every penny- Or as I tell them- “You wouldn't understand.”
What have other gear companies have people found to be impressive and would recommend?
What are your other favourite equipment designers?
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Good thread tea!
I like Danner boots. I have three pair and they are very comfortable from day one.
I like Eagle Industries' nylon gear because it's rugged and made in the USA.
Marathon watches are also great. Rugged and well made. I have only one though, the TSAR.
I'm really too old to say that something "rocks," but Glocks do.
I like Danner boots. I have three pair and they are very comfortable from day one.
I like Eagle Industries' nylon gear because it's rugged and made in the USA.
Marathon watches are also great. Rugged and well made. I have only one though, the TSAR.
I'm really too old to say that something "rocks," but Glocks do.
Mr. Bill
Old guys just know stuff!
:spyder: ATR PE
:spyder: Chinook III
:spyder: Lil' Temperance PE
:spyder: Manix PE
:spyder: Mini-Manix PE
:spyder: Native Black Blade SE
:spyder: Native III PE
:spyder: Para Military (S30V)
:spyder: Spyderfly
Old guys just know stuff!
:spyder: ATR PE
:spyder: Chinook III
:spyder: Lil' Temperance PE
:spyder: Manix PE
:spyder: Mini-Manix PE
:spyder: Native Black Blade SE
:spyder: Native III PE
:spyder: Para Military (S30V)
:spyder: Spyderfly
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quattrokid73
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For me, it's:
Apple
Alessi
Etymotic
Arc
Novatac
Bark River
TAD Gear
Patagonia
Marmot
Merrell
Timbuk2
Booq
I'll let you decypher what they each make!
Apple
Alessi
Etymotic
Arc
Novatac
Bark River
TAD Gear
Patagonia
Marmot
Merrell
Timbuk2
Booq
I'll let you decypher what they each make!
http://www.coroflot.com/aham73
:spyder: Orange Millie, UKPK Orange, DP UKPK, FRN UKPK Maroon DP, Urban Wharnie, Chokwe, Zulu, Mini Persian G-10, Spin Etched, Leafstorm, Caly Jr Gray, Sage 3, Lum CF
Every machine is the spiritualization of an organism.
:spyder: Orange Millie, UKPK Orange, DP UKPK, FRN UKPK Maroon DP, Urban Wharnie, Chokwe, Zulu, Mini Persian G-10, Spin Etched, Leafstorm, Caly Jr Gray, Sage 3, Lum CF
Every machine is the spiritualization of an organism.
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For me, companies that meet what you stated above I have listed below.tea wrote:I am curious what other equipment designers / manufacturers people have found to offer similar traits as Spyderco. Traits such as quality, durability, and functionality. Incredible value. Interest in their customers feedback. Etc.....
-Honda
-Apple Computer
-Delta (the faucet company)
-Seiko
-Zippo (I don't smoke)
-Panasonic
-Eddie Bauer (their shirts last forever and are quality)
-LA-Z-Boy
-Victorinox
-The Mozilla Foundation
-Stihl
-Milwaukee Tools
-Independent Truck Company (Skateboard trucks)
-KitchenAid
-TupperWare
-Rubbermaid
-Goodie (hair brushes etc.)
-RedWing boots
-Glock
-Heckler & Koch (HK)
-Carhartt
"I'm calling YOU ugly, I could push your face in some dough and make gorilla cookies." - Fred Sanford
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Free Radical
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Toyota trucks
Carhartt
Miller Welders
Carhartt
Miller Welders
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[CENTER] "Spyderco proudly sets the standard in cutlery and other markets by delivering innovative, reliable, high-performance products. We always extend our best effort to conduct business in an honest, fair and proper manner. Our success is measured by making money and having fun."[/CENTER]
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[CENTER] "Spyderco proudly sets the standard in cutlery and other markets by delivering innovative, reliable, high-performance products. We always extend our best effort to conduct business in an honest, fair and proper manner. Our success is measured by making money and having fun."[/CENTER]
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quattrokid73
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Assuring to see you guys have good taste in autos.
I'm partial to Japanese companies for quality and refinement, but I'm an Audi man when it comes to premiums.
I'm partial to Japanese companies for quality and refinement, but I'm an Audi man when it comes to premiums.
http://www.coroflot.com/aham73
:spyder: Orange Millie, UKPK Orange, DP UKPK, FRN UKPK Maroon DP, Urban Wharnie, Chokwe, Zulu, Mini Persian G-10, Spin Etched, Leafstorm, Caly Jr Gray, Sage 3, Lum CF
Every machine is the spiritualization of an organism.
:spyder: Orange Millie, UKPK Orange, DP UKPK, FRN UKPK Maroon DP, Urban Wharnie, Chokwe, Zulu, Mini Persian G-10, Spin Etched, Leafstorm, Caly Jr Gray, Sage 3, Lum CF
Every machine is the spiritualization of an organism.
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Dickies, functional and durable.
Volkswagen
Alpine Car Audio
Adidas, specifically Superstar 2's
Logitech Computer Accessories
Ipod
Maglight and Surefire
Georgia Boot
Levi
Beltronics
Hankook Tires
Winchester, Remington, Federal, Fiocchi
Volkswagen
Alpine Car Audio
Adidas, specifically Superstar 2's
Logitech Computer Accessories
Ipod
Maglight and Surefire
Georgia Boot
Levi
Beltronics
Hankook Tires
Winchester, Remington, Federal, Fiocchi
“Open, close, cut, clean, oil, cut, cut, cut... To a Spyderco, that is living. Letting it die in the box is to lose 75% of what we put into it." Sal Glesser
Proudly carrying the SpyderEdge!
Chance is a fickle B$%^h and I have no faith in the judgmental abilities of criminals. -KaliGMan
Proudly carrying the SpyderEdge!
Chance is a fickle B$%^h and I have no faith in the judgmental abilities of criminals. -KaliGMan
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To me, Kershaw knives seems to compliment my spydercos, not compete with them. I have a few knives from them I really like, but Spyderco does not make a model directly competing with it. Their "boutique" runs are like Sal's sprint runs. Mainly upgraded steels and grips in runs of typically 4-600 knives.
I'll put it this way. Buying the Kershaws that I now have didn't stop me from getting my spydercos.
That's my philosophy. Why choose between them. Get both. Joe
I'll put it this way. Buying the Kershaws that I now have didn't stop me from getting my spydercos.
That's my philosophy. Why choose between them. Get both. Joe
"A Mastiff is to a dog what a Lion is to a housecat. He stands alone and all others sink before him. His courage does not exceed temper and generosity, and in attachment he equals the kindest of his race" Cynographia Britannic 1800
"Unless you're the lead dog the view is pretty much gonna stay the same!"
"Unless you're the lead dog the view is pretty much gonna stay the same!"
Waldviertler - shoes & boots ... http://www.gea.at/frameset_gehen.html
Tentipi - tent/lavvu/tipi ... http://www.tentipi.com/
Swarovski - binoculars, telescopes, rifle scopes ... http://www.swarovskioptik.at/
Grabner - inflatable canue ... http://www.grabner-sports.at/WHITE-WATE ... .html?&L=2
Fjällräven - outdoor trousers ... http://www.fjallraven.com/Template/se_p ... Menu=menu1
I guess you never heard from most of this brands. But believe me, best quality/concept for money :)
Tentipi - tent/lavvu/tipi ... http://www.tentipi.com/
Swarovski - binoculars, telescopes, rifle scopes ... http://www.swarovskioptik.at/
Grabner - inflatable canue ... http://www.grabner-sports.at/WHITE-WATE ... .html?&L=2
Fjällräven - outdoor trousers ... http://www.fjallraven.com/Template/se_p ... Menu=menu1
I guess you never heard from most of this brands. But believe me, best quality/concept for money :)
Peter - founding member of Spydiewiki.com
"Integrity is being good even if no one is watching"
Spyderco's company motto
"Integrity is being good even if no one is watching"
Spyderco's company motto
Apple
Wolkswagen
Canon
Eastpack
Good Year
Carhartt
Woolritch
Grado labs
Dr. Martens
Wolkswagen
Canon
Eastpack
Good Year
Carhartt
Woolritch
Grado labs
Dr. Martens
see my pics....
http://www.flickr.com/photos/vito72/
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Seiko Monster and Samurai watches
Luminox watches
TW Steel watches
Dell 17inch Laptops (we have three)
Apple Laptops
Audi, Nissan & Vokswagen anything (but the new HSV Holden - a GM company - Sportswagon is a gem!)
Ekornes Chairs, best recliners in the World (Norwegian company but sells Globally)
Most other things I don't really have any specifics except for knives (obviously!)...........
The HSV Sportswagon in all its glory. The engine is a derivative of the Corvette's...........
Regards,
BRIAN
Luminox watches
TW Steel watches
Dell 17inch Laptops (we have three)
Apple Laptops
Audi, Nissan & Vokswagen anything (but the new HSV Holden - a GM company - Sportswagon is a gem!)
Ekornes Chairs, best recliners in the World (Norwegian company but sells Globally)
Most other things I don't really have any specifics except for knives (obviously!)...........
The HSV Sportswagon in all its glory. The engine is a derivative of the Corvette's...........
Regards,
BRIAN
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buglerbilly wrote:Seiko Monster and Samurai watches
Luminox watches
TW Steel watches
Dell 17inch Laptops (we have three)
Apple Laptops
Audi, Nissan & Vokswagen anything (but the new HSV Holden - a GM company - Sportswagon is a gem!)
Ekornes Chairs, best recliners in the World (Norwegian company but sells Globally)
Most other things I don't really have any specifics except for knives (obviously!)...........
The HSV Sportswagon in all its glory. The engine is a derivative of the Corvette's...........
Regards,
BRIAN
If GM sold cars like that here they wouldn't be fighting off going belly up....
Those who choose to live a life without risks, arrive safely at death's door.
Excellent companies listed so far except for Apple but that is due to personal bias mostly. I havn't seen Pelican mentioned so far. They are excellent.
Endura ZDP-189 CE | Endura Wave CE | Salt 1 PE | Centofante 3 PE | Tenacious PE | Tenacious SE | MT02 Second | MT03 | JD Smith | Caly 3 ZDP-189 CF | Bill Moran | Military | Tasman PE | Stretch 2 CF | Endura | Delica | Dragon Fly
For the exact same reasons I like Spyderco (the reasons listed by the OP), I also like Himalayan Imports and Rat Cutlery. Two companies that have awesome warranties, high quality, hard-working products and owners that care about and listen to, their customer base.
I prefer to ask for forgiveness rather than permission.
I LOVE MY MILLIES
ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
I LOVE MY MILLIES
ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
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