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Well after having "twinboysdad" mention the old LAVA model on a current thread that really got me to thinking. That LAVA model was a really popular model here on the Forum at that time and for a short time was highly sought after it's release. So that gives me 3 great older models that were cult classics back in the day and I do think that all 3 of them have potential for possible Sprint Runs..

The older models I'm talking about are the LAVA model, The G-10 handled HARPY and the C-56 Zowada. All 3 of these models had very dedicated fan bases and are very pricey on the current auction sites and trade sites. The G-10 HARPY is one that used to be requested for many years after it was discontinued. The G-10 Harpy was probably the most requested discontinued model that I can remember. The LAVA ( A great design from Chad Los Banos) was really popular here on the Forum and was many people's favorite small blade model. Along with the C-56 Zowada model that is nearly impossible to find in aftermarket sales. The C-56 Zowada was just gorgeous when they did a Sprint Run with an elegant Carbon Fiber handle back around 2011 I think it was.

For years I've wondered how nice a LAVA model would also be in full SE. The C-56 Zowada was a great blade even in Combo Edge. And for devout Hawkbill fans a G-10 HARPY would be really cool as a collector piece as well as a great hard use blade.

Since Chad used the Lava and Spyderco as a stepping stone to hook up with Boker, I doubt we'll be seeing a Lava Sprint.

What's a Zowada?

How about A.T.R., Chinook, and Tatanka in AEB-L steel instead of the standard S30V? Great toughness so an acute edge can be put on them plus enough corrosion resistance to keep rust off unless you are working on/in the water every day. Couple of power locks and a compression lock to make things fun. Medium, Large, and XXL sizes based upon my sizing criteria.

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I'd be all about a tatanka re-issue. I didn't develop an interest in folders that large & heavy until last year and I'm kicking myself for never grabbing one while they were current.

I'm gonna keep pushing for a C95 Manix sprint. I think it'd do well and people would enjoy using it.

Still like the idea of a Street Beat sprint. My choice would be dark green FRN and M4. Micsrta like the OG would be nice but we'd probably be looking at a $250-300 street price VS something closer to $150.

Would be interested in a Forester sprint in something like 4V, but it needs to come ground with a more practical edge bevel. The original was so thick at the edge, it really limited the
out of box performance. Really fun design otherwise that I could see myself putting to work for trail clearing - something I've been doing multiple times a week the past month and a half. I've been creating my own personal system of running trails.

Lastly, a Yojimbo 1 re-run would be neat, especially with a more modernized clip design. No disrespect to the Yojimbo 2 (or manix xl for that matter), but the originals offered something a little different. Better for for my hands at least.

riclaw wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 05, 2024 9:10 am

What's a Zowada?

CF Sprint Run from a few years back.

I will keep tooting my horn for a Des Horn sprint! And a new DH design.

yablanowitz wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 05, 2024 11:38 am

riclaw wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 05, 2024 9:10 am

What's a Zowada?

CF Sprint Run from a few years back.

Thanks!

I'm with you on the Harpy joe. Those are very good knives and well built. On the other hand I'd like a modern Merlin as well in FRN with a good steel.

Vivi has brought up a C95 sprint more than once and I have to agree with him. They would probably be expensive now but with a nice tough tool steel ( one also with decent corrosion resistance) it would be worth the price.

The Renegade, Caly jr ( FRN) and Jess Horn lightweight are worth looking into. I loved those so much when the ZDP models came out I bought something like 5 each . They were lightweight, inexpensive and very high performing and would probably still be well regarded.

Good thread as usual Joe!..

Those ZDP Caly jr's were really cheap considering the steel used. I want to say I paid about $70-75 for mine back when they were current.

Like Vivi I really want to see an Original like C95 sprint.
Besides that i really wish a Slysz Bowie sprint.

I’d love to see the ATR come back in a Magnacut sprint run.

kriezek wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 05, 2024 10:00 am

How about A.T.R., Chinook, and Tatanka in AEB-L steel instead of the standard S30V? Great toughness so an acute edge can be put on them plus enough corrosion resistance to keep rust off unless you are working on/in the water every day. Couple of power locks and a compression lock to make things fun. Medium, Large, and XXL sizes based upon my sizing criteria.

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I must admit that those are 3 really excellent selections. I've wondered how well a Tatanka would work in full SE. And I've always had the utmost respect for the CHINOOK models and especially the CHINOOK III. I do think they had production problems with the Titanium ATR and unfortunately that would be the one I would lobby for.

But those are some excellent considerations.

vivi wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 05, 2024 3:10 pm

Those ZDP Caly jr's were really cheap considering the steel used. I want to say I paid about $70-75 for mine back when they were current.

The Burgundy ZDP189 Caly Jr. is one of my fondest Sprint Runs ever. And yes I do remember some of them going for really great prices too. I think the year was 2005 if my memory serves me well.

I'm now wondering how the Zowada model would be like with ZDP-189?

I'm guessing the recently identified 'Top Spyderco Cult Classics' would be prime fodder for sprints...

A Stretch 1 sprint would be great - I won´t go into details again why this model is so good and what it offers that the Stretch 2 does not (the "2" offers other nice features instead of course) - those who know, know

But I think I can recall in one of the threads I started about the Stretch 1 Sal said the molds for the FRN handle don´t exist anymore. So this pretty much rules out an FRN sprint I guess, but perhaps there is a chance for the G10 version.

Bolster wrote: ↑

Fri Jan 05, 2024 9:26 pm

I'm guessing the recently identified 'Top Spyderco Cult Classics' would be prime fodder for sprints...

Bolster there are a few models that I dearly love on your "Cult List". I would even drool for a Slysz Bowie with the right blade steel. That Slysz Bowie model with a Supersteel blade and maybe a different handle material would be a home run IMO.

I also like the possibility of a full SE Dodo, big C-54 Calypso, a high tech version of the Catcherman in full SE and a Caly Jr. with an exotic blade steel. But again I do think that Slysz Bowie would be a big winner for sure. Also I would want the big C-54 Calypso in SE & PE both just like they did with the C-60 Ayoob.

But for many years there were several people wanting to see the return of the G-10 Harpy. The G-10 Harpy makes so much sense from a hard use standpoint. How the G-10 Harpy didn't catch fire the first time around is totally beyond me. It was more than a novelty it was an extremely useful tool. I liked the G-10 Harpy 5 times better than I ever liked the stainless version.

I think Yablanowitz is 100% correct about the LAVA model unfortunately. For years I would have loved to have tried the LAVA in full SE. But hey it didn't hurt to ask. But I would take a full SE version of the Dodo in it's place instead.

The C95 would be a winner for me and would be worth the price . Really doubt the ATR will be back on the table .I have two love them but sales killed the model . We are really at the point now where a hard decision among members should be made with some kind of consensus , probably the most difficult part of project. Definitely need to factor in the expense Spyderco will absorb to undertake such a project. Molds , steels , and QCI all drive costs , so we really need to be realistic and above all accept the possibility of a no go .MG2

Love how this is almost a bi-monthly thread at this point!

How about another sprint run of Spyderco’s greatest knife ever made that not enough people know about?

The Perrin PPT?




PPT in Grey G10 and Cruwear? In a heartbeat!
PPT in Micarta and Cruwear? Absolutely!
Literally ANYTHING to do with the PPT? I’LL TAKE IT!