Blown away by Vallotton!

[burf151]

I just opened a box containing a new Vallotton subhilt and I am blown away! I haven't been this excited about a knife since I got my SERE 2000 back in '05. The Vallotton replaces the SERE which has been lost for 3 months. I don't think it is coming back. I already like this Spyderco better. It is everything I liked about the SERE plus some. It even reminds me of the knife that I alwas wanted but couldn't find a Microtech CMTX5. I have had lots of other Spydercos in the past, but this is the only one currently. I am more excited about this one than when I got the Sebenza that I used to have. Beautiful work Spyderco!

[rodloos]

Welcome to the forum, and congratulations on the Vallotton.

I myself had hundreds of Spyderco's yet no Vallotton, but I finally picked one up from Howe's during their sale a couple of months ago. It is a high-quality knife isn't it!

[burf151]

The fit and finish is downright amazing, the look is classic, and it is sure beefy!

[SpyderNut]

Welcome to the forum, burf151!

Congrats on the new Vallotton. That is indeed a very fine model. I've been tempted to get one for some time but never seem to get around to it. :rolleyes:

If you like this model, you should check out the automatic version of the Vallotton too (modified Spyderco version made by Butch Vallotton and his crew). They're a little pricier, but are incredibly fun to play with. (*Just make sure it is legal to own/carry an auto in your area if you plan to go this route*). :)

[Holland]

Welcome to the forums and congrats on the amazing taiwan quality knife :D

[jmh58]

Welcome!! ...and so it begins!!! :spyder: John :)

[burf151]

And so it begins... Again... Always did like the Militaries I had, sure have been wanting the titanium one for awhile. Liked my original Manix too, so maybe I need the 2 XL.

[sal]

Hi Burf,

Welcome to our forum and thanx much for the kind words.

sal

[burf151]

Thank you Sal, all of the Spyderco knives (13 or 14) and sharpening stones that I have purchased have exceeded my expectations. Quality products, and a welcome from the man himself. What a great place!

[MacLaren]

The Vallotton was my first Spyderco. Its one I'll never part with if at all possible. Its an incredibly strong knife. You'd be hard pressed to break the tip of a Vallotton. The Coffin shaped handles, the Polished G10 - the Italian Stiletto look it has; no wonder it won the Imported Knife of the Year Award. Its just one helluva knife :)
Congratz and enjoy!

[opusxpn]

Welcome and you wanted out but they pull you back in.

[MacLaren]

Some Vallotton Love.....

[RadioactiveSpyder]

Welcome to the forum burf! Awesome pics as always Mac!

[MacLaren]

Welcome to the forum burf! Awesome pics as always Mac!

Thank you sir :)
She's a bit dirty though.

[burf151]

If I hadn't already bought it, those pics would have pushed me over the edge.

[i am travvy]

Just got mine in a few days ago and it hasn't left my pocket since. Amazing knife.

[Auxiliaryjohn]

I love it sooo much, that I bought 2 of them. :D

[Tdog]

You guys are a bunch of enablers. :rolleyes: My first Vallotton gets little carry time even though It is a thing of beauty. Fit and finish is superb, built like a tank. Imo one of the nicest spydies ever made....functional art. Got me thinking of seconds. I guess a person can be Spyderco rich, and Spyderco poor at the same time. :o

[bdblue]

Yes it's awesome:






I like the polished G10 but my favorite part is the double grind at the tip.

[Pinetreebbs]

The Vallotton is a hoss, a beautiful hoss.