I would love to see the Impala return in a sprint run with something like Cru-wear or MagnaCut or heck I would be happy with CTS-XHP.remnar wrote: ↑Wed Nov 16, 2022 8:27 pmThe rarely seen Impala by Ed Scott is a cool design and so is the Ocelot by Tim Wegener. Both have jimping toward the tip of the blade to allow for better traction when your pointer finger is resting on the spine. The Impala also comes with a version that has a gut-hook where the forward jimping is located.
Obscure But Yet Extremely Cool Past Models
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Actually I think you've got a case to make declaring the C-111 Captain an "obscure" but cool model. Because it had such a narrow fan base that only the most hardcore Spyderco fans ever got a Captain model. If they would take both of those Jason Breeden models ( Breeden RESCUE & C-111 Captain) and reintroduce them both in full SE. Both of those models would truly excel in performance if they had a Spyderedge.
I'll add both of them to the list to consider for the next Sprint Run.
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I used to own all three of the variants of the Ed Scott IMPALA model. They came in plain edge, Combo edge and also with a GutHook like you mentioned. My Guthook version was a combo edge. It is an extremely functional folder and is ideal for use as a "hunter/folder".remnar wrote: ↑Wed Nov 16, 2022 8:27 pmThe rarely seen Impala by Ed Scott is a cool design and so is the Ocelot by Tim Wegener. Both have jimping toward the tip of the blade to allow for better traction when your pointer finger is resting on the spine. The Impala also comes with a version that has a gut-hook where the forward jimping is located.
I think it may qualify as an Obscure model. Because it wasn't on the main line up very long at all. And that baffles me because this IMPALA model is a terrific hunting knife.
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Bring back the Barong !!!
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Re: Obscure But Yet Extremely Cool Past Models
With Ed Schempp also being the creator of the KRIS as well as several other unique Spyderco models and many of them do fall into the "obscure" category. Even though his designs are brilliant for the most part it seems that the majority of them fall into obscurity. Also his Kukri model was another model that really got attention until it was discontinued.
I think it's fair to say that Ed Schempp has produced more "obscure" Spyderco models than anyone else up till now. However his Persian models seem to have enduring popularity and those being an exception. Most of his designs are highly specialized and for certain purposes.
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I don't think I've ever seen that Ocelot before; that's pretty cool!
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I didn’t want to mention the Persian because it’s an open wound for me. I owned a small black micarta Persian and was stolen. That knife was a jewel and well loved.One of my most treasured spydies.(I know who did it but the guy left the country. I keep “praying” for his safe return). I would kill for a denim(powder) blue micarta small/large Persian in SPY27. Just bring’em back !!!JD Spydo wrote: ↑Thu Nov 17, 2022 6:29 amWith Ed Schempp also being the creator of the KRIS as well as several other unique Spyderco models and many of them do fall into the "obscure" category. Even though his designs are brilliant for the most part it seems that the majority of them fall into obscurity. Also his Kukri model was another model that really got attention until it was discontinued.
I think it's fair to say that Ed Schempp has produced more "obscure" Spyderco models than anyone else up till now. However his Persian models seem to have enduring popularity and those being an exception. Most of his designs are highly specialized and for certain purposes.
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I would be excited for the small Persian to return, but it would have to be pinned and with bolsters.
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Kris is cool, Navaja, Persian and Lava is on my list too.
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That Ocelot is very cool, if I ever see one at a show you can bet I'll snatch it up!
I have a Wegner Jr. and I've said it here several times before, I'd love to see an updated version of the Jr. and the large Tim Wegner.
I have a Wegner Jr. and I've said it here several times before, I'd love to see an updated version of the Jr. and the large Tim Wegner.
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I’d buy an Impala Sprint. I’m all about functional knives.JD Spydo wrote: ↑Wed Nov 16, 2022 10:17 pmI used to own all three of the variants of the Ed Scott IMPALA model. They came in plain edge, Combo edge and also with a GutHook like you mentioned. My Guthook version was a combo edge. It is an extremely functional folder and is ideal for use as a "hunter/folder".remnar wrote: ↑Wed Nov 16, 2022 8:27 pmThe rarely seen Impala by Ed Scott is a cool design and so is the Ocelot by Tim Wegener. Both have jimping toward the tip of the blade to allow for better traction when your pointer finger is resting on the spine. The Impala also comes with a version that has a gut-hook where the forward jimping is located.
I think it may qualify as an Obscure model. Because it wasn't on the main line up very long at all. And that baffles me because this IMPALA model is a terrific hunting knife.
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I've always been very drawn to the Ocelot. I'd love a Cru-carta version.
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Dialex Battlestation. They were plentiful and then they weren’t. Delica sized tanto tank
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The predecessors of the C90 Stretch are the C13 ProVenator and C33 ProGrip (later both - ProGrip). They are already back in an updated form, but they are beautiful in their own right.
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I do really like the Impala and Ocelot too!
This may be somewhat off-topic, I’m realizing, however, I’m determined to mention that a little bit ago I briefly suggested Spyderco make an XL stretch, but a drop point Salt Series version, and call it the “Riparovenator”.
The name is Latin and intended to mean “Riverbank Hunter”. That would be a callback to the Provenator, a reference to water because it’d be a Salt, and also an interesting convergence on a newly described Spinosaurid dinosaur (a personal interest, but Spyderco/Byrd does have an interesting history regarding dinosaurs).
The dinosaur, which has the scientific genus name Riparovenator, had somewhat crocodile-like jaws and likely hunted both terrestrial and aquatic prey in a coastal or riparian environment. Honestly, the shape of the snout of Riparovenator and the other dinosaurs related to it (Spinosaurs), just kinda looks like what a Stretch XL drop point’s blade would.
When I get over to my computer sometime later, I’ll edit in a link to a piece about the dinosaur if anyone happens to be interested in the context of my ramblings about it.
This may be somewhat off-topic, I’m realizing, however, I’m determined to mention that a little bit ago I briefly suggested Spyderco make an XL stretch, but a drop point Salt Series version, and call it the “Riparovenator”.
The name is Latin and intended to mean “Riverbank Hunter”. That would be a callback to the Provenator, a reference to water because it’d be a Salt, and also an interesting convergence on a newly described Spinosaurid dinosaur (a personal interest, but Spyderco/Byrd does have an interesting history regarding dinosaurs).
The dinosaur, which has the scientific genus name Riparovenator, had somewhat crocodile-like jaws and likely hunted both terrestrial and aquatic prey in a coastal or riparian environment. Honestly, the shape of the snout of Riparovenator and the other dinosaurs related to it (Spinosaurs), just kinda looks like what a Stretch XL drop point’s blade would.
When I get over to my computer sometime later, I’ll edit in a link to a piece about the dinosaur if anyone happens to be interested in the context of my ramblings about it.
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C125 Khukuri
The folding Khukuri by Ed Schempp appears to be becoming 'obscure'. It's definitely cool and practical.
https://youtu.be/nvgDWcmFwTs
https://youtu.be/nvgDWcmFwTs
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The only thing that kept me from purchasing a Khukuri was I thought the ricasso was too short. (Kidding!) Agree that it's a far-out model!
Question: Is there a correlation between "obscure/cool past models" and "past models that didn't sell very well"?
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I've owned a couple of those "Progrip" models. I gifted both of them to lady friends who found them ideal to carry to work.
The Progrip and Golden, CO Native both seem to be models I find that many females seem to like. The older SPUR model falls into that category as well.
Another example of brilliant Spyderco "In House" designs that truly raise the standards of the industry.
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It was a knife so odd you had to hold it to understand. I love mine, but do not carry it for fear of losing it...
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