A Gayle Bradley 2 in Cruwear!

[nerdlock]

Just saw in BHQ's Instagram post. Can't post pics because my image hosting's down. Wow! Cruwear and that sweet hollow grind. I just hope they fix the stupid detent and the lockstick issues.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CzwzY3WMT7x ... BiNWFlZA==

[abbazaba]

Interesting. If they follow suit with a TiCN version I might in for the blade.

First BHQ exclusive that is a step backward from prod?

FWIW Ive had more than a couple GB2s and none of them had issues. One of the best Spydercos in production IMO.

[JSumm]

This is tempting. I guess it wouldn't be special enough if they did M4?? I love me some Cruwear, but I would not substitute it for the standard M4 on this one.
I think the cool thing about this one is you can dye it to get your own custom colored G10.

[kennethsime]

I dunno, I really like Cruwear. It’s both tougher and more corrosion resistant than M4, with a slight loss in wear resistance. Blade HQ also tends to offer these exclusives at affordable prices, and this is a great candidate for a micarta scale swap.

I’d like a Millie 2 first, but this one is definitely in the running.

[Ramonade]

Good thing, I hope a lot of frenchies buy this one, I'll make scales for them .

I for, one, might just buy my second exclusive ever !

[Giygas]

This is actually a pretty interesting one. I can't imagine I'll be able to pass on it.

[jdw]

From everything that I’ve read about him or from Gayle Bradley himself I am surprised that anything endorsed by him isn’t M4. It’s an interesting choice by BHQ to switch steels from their normal exclusives away from a steel that’s preferred by the original designer.

[WilliamMunny]

I literally just got the standard M4 version delivered to me yesterday from Spyderco. It is truly an awesome knife, being hallow ground it feels like it can slice through anything.

No lock stick, awesome build. I don’t find the lock hard to disengage but I can see how some might.

The look of the CF scales is only okay, my main goal it to make wood scales for it, but making them for folding knives is a challenge vs say a Mule. I was think of going with wood Burl like these:

[Ramonade]

I literally just got the standard M4 version delivered to me yesterday from Spyderco. It is truly an awesome knife, being hallow ground it feels like it can slice through anything.

No lock stick, awesome build. I don’t find the lock hard to disengage but I can see how some might.

The look of the CF scales is only okay, my main goal it to make wood scales for it, but making them for folding knives is a challenge vs say a Mule. I was think of going with wood Burl like these:
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I'm going to make a set of burl or natural wood for the GB2 too. It's a bit harder since you might just break the darn thing right at the end but eh, the results are often wonderful . I personally went back to natural wood after a N5 with blue stabilized poplar burl looked awful to my eyes
I might change that again for the GB2 :D

[WilliamMunny]

I'm going to make a set of burl or natural wood for the GB2 too. It's a bit harder since you might just break the darn thing right at the end but eh, the results are often wonderful . I personally went back to natural wood after a N5 with blue stabilized poplar burl looked awful to my eyes
I might change that again for the GB2 :D

Good to hear I am not the only one trying. My last attempt on another knife blew apart on the router. Caught some grain and ripped a big chunk out even with using the old scale as a guide.

I am also worried about carving out the spot on the inside of the scale for the lock bar.

[TkoK83Spy]

From everything that I’ve read about him or from Gayle Bradley himself I am surprised that anything endorsed by him isn’t M4. It’s an interesting choice by BHQ to switch steels from their normal exclusives away from a steel that’s preferred by the original designer.

Exactly my thoughts as well. Seems very strange, and a step backwards. But, as said also a great candidate for a scale swap or dye job. Great price too, vs the standard model with those cheap looking CF scales. Had that knife for awhile, couldn't stand those scales on an otherwise very nicely made knife.

[Mrj]

OG might be a good Black Friday deal

[Matus]

Awesome - very tempting. But man it needs different scales ...

[RadioactiveSpyder]

The GB2 is really a fantastic Spyderco, one of the most undersung for sure. I know it’s not under appreciated, since folks that try one typically are blown away by it, so hopefully a lot more people will be able to experience that with this exclusive. I can think of at least two custom scale makers that offer GB2 scales if anyone’s interested: RC Bladeworks and Sharp Dressed Knives. I’ve picked up scales for other models from both over the years and all have been fantastic quality, fit and finish. Cheers, Radioactive

[Ramonade]

Good to hear I am not the only one trying. My last attempt on another knife blew apart on the router. Caught some grain and ripped a big chunk out even with using the old scale as a guide.

I am also worried about carving out the spot on the inside of the scale for the lock bar.

Just sent you a message :) I don't have a router so I'm using my sharpening skills to maintain the angle and go at it with a file ! At least I don't have the issue you just encountered. Too bad, I was planning on at least buying a 45° and rounded chamfer bits to put in the drill press and risk my life. I like to risk it all

[Paul Ardbeg]

Appreciate a new GB2 version, but that ugly G10 is just not doing it for me. I know it's part of the "USP" for this vendor, just not my cup of tea. Why not go for A CruCarta version instead?!

[Ramonade]

To illustrate possible scales replacements, micarta is a great option

Even if William and I won't be satisfied by it no more

[JSumm]

Sharp dressed knives on mine. Of course you can just get the standard version for this.


And G10 will take a good dye if you boil it.

[WilliamMunny]

Here was my first trial attempt on a different Spyderco. Left too much extra wood on it leading to it being broken by the router.

Plus having my fingers that close was touch and go.

I do Mike wood working, making furniture and what not so part of making scales is just fun for me.

[WilliamMunny]

Sharp dressed knives on mine. Of course you can just get the standard version for this.


And G10 will take a good dye if you boil it.

The patina on that M4 looks great, natural.