Mr Blonde's Bunch

[bh49]

Beautiful pictures Wauter.
Very nice colors, you matched them really good.

[amen74]

Excellent photo Wouter. I'm going to check out the update to your site. Thanks.:D

[spydutch]

Thank you for watching gentlemen.



The SS Victorinox Classic, has a small blade, small file, small screwdriver, small scissors. I think I picked it up in Nuremberg earlier this year, together with the Orange one. Most knife dealers should have it or be able to get it for you.

Wouter

Thanx Wouter.:cool::cool:

I will look around a bit;)

[ozspyder]

Very cool Wouter !

Keep them coming :)

I note that you only have 2 PE in the range. I would agree that the SE on the Ladybugs certainly helps. And the colouring only makes them look sexier :p

[buferoe]

Hey Wouter,

Nice pictures.......;)
But you should know that a week has seven days.
So decide wich seven you are gonna keep and please send me the rest.:p

Nice new site, looks great.

see yah,

Werner

[Mr Blonde]

I note that you only have 2 PE in the range. I would agree that the SE on the Ladybugs certainly helps. And the colouring only makes them look sexier :p

I only have those PE versions in rotation because I have to. If they were available in SE, I'd get those instead. The SE really ads punch to the small blade.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

But you should know that a week has seven days.
So decide wich seven you are gonna keep and please send me the rest.:p

You're right, I bet you could help me narrow the selection down eyh?:D

Wouter

[SoCal Operator]

What kind of hat is that?

[Mr Blonde]

What kind of hat is that?

This one?

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/coloradoclassics.jpg

It's a vintage cowboy hat, the inside reads:

"Western Outdoor, Kalispell, Mont."

and

"9385 stockman 10x quality"

and finally

"100% imported furs - not other fibers"

Wouter

[SoCal Operator]

Yep, that's the one. You know, if I drank beer I would frame that picture and put it on my wall as it would represent most of my interests! :D

[Mr Blonde]

A pic of my new ZDP Lum Chinese Folder with some other full flat ground critters. The pic was taken at an angle so it's not an accurate comparison of the various sizes.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/zdplum_compared.jpg

Wouter

[amen74]

Hi Wouter. Three more great Spydies that I don't have one of.:p

I do have a black UKPK though. Thanks for sharing your pic.:D

[tonydahose]

To celebrate my new website design, here are the Ladybug pics I promised in a different thread.

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/ladybug3.jpg

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/ladybug3_closed.jpg

love these pics!

[Mr Blonde]

While unloading my digicam I found these older pics. With all the new pens arriving at my house they're getting outdated fast. The SF pen and BaliYo have certainly kicked my parker from my EDC into the work bag.

When these finally needed a sharpening, it rekindled my interest in the very nice light and refined designs. They certainly hold their own against the newer models like the ZDP Lum.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/edc_redfrn.jpg



The only reason I'm not ordering the blue bone Kopa is that I already have a blue Kopa that I think is even prettier.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/edc_bluesmall.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Beautiful pictures Wouter, as always.
Poliwog and Jester are added to my wish list. :)
I think I just cannot afford to see your pictures. I am having serious trouble my my search for my third job. :eek:
Probably my son has to drop this school, it is too expensive :eek::rolleyes:

[Axlis]

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/news/edc_june2008.jpg

Wouter

This picture makes me happy, thanks for sharing :)

[Mr Blonde]

Here you go. :)

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/zdpchineseminipersian.jpg


http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/zdpchineseminipersian_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/zdpchineseminipersian_closed.jpg

Wouter

[ozspyder]

Ahhh Wouter :D

I thank you very much for making my eyes water and my mouth salivate. My 2 favourite EDC blades in the one pic :p

I love the similarities between the two folders, yet they are both so different.

Both black
1 upswept blade shape, 1 leaf shape
1 micarta with s/s bolster, 1 almite
1 full flat grind, 1 hollow
1 backlock, 1 linerlock
1 pinned, 1 torx
1 VG10, 1 ZDP189

How can 2 similar sized blades be so different, yet so coveted by so many people :D Love the photos Wouter. Now get a Delica in that picture as well please :)

[Mr Blonde]

I updated my 'stock Lum photo', so here's the whole family.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/lumchinese.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/lumchinese_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/lumchinese_closedclip.jpg

Wouter

[WhyNot]

Yet another home run, Wouter!
I do not see all Lum's PE together very often.
Thanks!
WhyNot.

[Mr Blonde]

Today it’s the 7th ‘anniversary’ of the attack on the World Trade Center. It's the one day each year I take the knife from its display box to carry and use it.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/wtc2008.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/wtc2008_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/wtc2008_closed.jpg

Never forget.

Wouter

[WhyNot]

I am really touched by this post, Wouter.
Especially considering that it’s coming from somebody’s living across the pond.
Thank you,
Mark.

[bh49]

Thank you Wouter.

[ozspyder]

Thanks Wouter,

The event struck a chord in me when I first experienced it all the way here in Australia 7 years ago. I remember it well because it was a few days after my birthday and the newpapers and videos made it seem like a Hollywood movie. I have many family and friends who have sad tales to tell, and conversely many lucky escapes.

Spyderco did an amazing thing in producing that piece and I am always touched by your own practice of bringing it out every year at this time.

Never forget indeed ! Peace all :)

[Mr Blonde]

I am really touched by this post, Wouter.
Especially considering that it’s coming from somebody’s living across the pond.
Thank you,
Mark.

All politics that followed this attack put aside, it was an attack on all freedom loving cultures and nations. When I saw those towers get hit, it certainly did not feel like something horrible happening 'over there'.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

This one has been sitting in my pocket for quite some time. I finally took it out for a 'walk' with my digicam. Now if only we could get a CF Kopa next year ;)

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/kiwi_cf.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/kiwi_cf_closed.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Perfect pictures Wouter, as always. Beautiful trio.

[ozspyder]

Nice pics of the CF Kiwi Wouter :) You are tempting me to get this one as my first introduction into the Kiwi flock. That is a dangerous proposition considering my fetish with Kopas :p

I too cannot wait to see if a CF Kopa will be on offer in the near future. Hopefully it will fall into the affordable price bracket ;)

[WhyNot]

Wouter,
At the risk of being repetitive, I have to say the same thing about your latest pics - It does not get any better than this:D
I also like to get CF Kopa. I just hope it would get a little shinier CF like Harpy.
Mark.

[Mr Blonde]

Thanks for the encouragement guys, it was fun to do again and share.


Nice pics of the CF Kiwi Wouter :) You are tempting me to get this one as my first introduction into the Kiwi flock. That is a dangerous proposition considering my fetish with Kopas :p

You have no Kiwi????!! My man, you must have at least one! Considering your preference for Kopas and Persians, the Kiwi is a perfect fit! It has bolsters and similar fit and finish. The CF version is a nice Kiwi, but my favorite one is the SFSW MOP version. Check out NGK's SFSW page, they have Kiwis galore....either that or it's Deacon's personal shopping page.

Wouter

[Doc Pyres]

Nice pics of the CF Kiwi Wouter :) You are tempting me to get this one as my first introduction into the Kiwi flock. That is a dangerous proposition considering my fetish with Kopas :p

I have to agree with Daniel. I too have no Kiwis and am addicted to the lovely Kopas, and this Kiwi looks fantastic. Here we go...:D

p.s. Wouter, you have such cool EDC gear, are you sure you aren't secretly working for MI6? :cool:

[Mr Blonde]

... you have such cool EDC gear, are you sure you aren't secretly working for MI6? :cool:

I cannot comment on that question at this time.:cool: :D

Seriously, IMO the 'real gearheads' can be found on the USN, their Gadget Factor subforum has some individuals with very impressive loadouts!

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

Although not nearly as impressive as Deacon's collection, I really value my small family of Kiwis. Mine are all production variants + one SFSW variant. It was time to update the family photo again.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/kiwis.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01//kiwis_blades.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/kiwis_closed.jpg

Wouter

[RIOT]

Sweet photo's as usual Mr. Blonde, i always look forward to your new pic posts

[rorschach]

Bravo as always!
And HOW do you keep your SS Kiwi so pristine? Mine looks like I dragged it through a gravel quarry.

Nice shots Wouter!

[Mr Blonde]

My SS Kiwi isn't as pristine as it looks in those pics though. The lighting generally helps to cover up many small scratches and blemishes. However, I gave my SS Kiwi it's annual polish session...that helps to keep it 'clean' too. My SS Kiwi did not come with a pouch, so it did collect plenty of scratches. The next one did come in a pouch that proved to be a great accessory. Since then, I religiously carry all my Kiwis in a pouch.

Wouter

[David Lowry]

Excellent.

You always take some very tasteful and classy pics. I always enjoy viewing your pics and reading your reviews Wouter.

http://img236.imageshack.us/img236/8649/thumbsupyc4.gif

[Henry1960]

Excellent pictures Mr. Blonde:D
I only have one Kiwi and it is the CF one and i love it.
Please keep these great pictuers coming:)

[rorschach]

My SS Kiwi isn't as pristine as it looks in those pics though. The lighting generally helps to cover up many small scratches and blemishes. However, I gave my SS Kiwi it's annual polish session...that helps to keep it 'clean' too. My SS Kiwi did not come with a pouch, so it did collect plenty of scratches. The next one did come in a pouch that proved to be a great accessory. Since then, I religiously carry all my Kiwis in a pouch.


Good point about the pouch! I am just lazy and bought the SS version to use and abuse. What kind of polish do you use?

[Mr Blonde]

I use two types of metal polish that you can get in most pharmacies; brass and silver polish. The brass polish is a bit rougher and can actually scratch the flats of H1 blades, silver polish adds a an almost mirror finish to the handle. Don't polish too much or the SS handle will become too smooth; and show more scratches than it 'hides'.

Wouter

[rorschach]

Cool, thanks! I have both so will give it a shot... and yes I made the mistake of putting a mirror finish on some bolsters once. Talk about a scratch-magnet!

:eek:

[Mr Blonde]

My complete flock of Kopas, I'm sure I'll be updating these pics again in 2009!

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kopa_spyderco.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kopa_spyderco_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kopa_spyderco_clip.jpg


http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kopa_spyderco_handle.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Wouter,
Amazing pictures and I love these knives. I think that you need to get more Kopas, just for picture taking. :D
By the way, which one is your favorite? Which one you carry the most? And which handle material in your opinion is the best for user?
Roman

[kankryb]

Really nice pics,great knives, a pleasure to look at.

[Mr Blonde]

I rotate my Kopas every few months or so. In the summer, I prefer the Turqois Kopa. Fall is for the apple coral Kopa. Winter is for the MOP Kopa and Spring is for the Abalone Kopa. The black micarta Kopa is my go-to suit knife.

I prefer the coral versions for using, as they have a slightly rougher surface. They also takes 'bumps' rather well. Tough to pick a favorite, that one goes to the 'prettiest'. To me that's still the Turqois Kopa. Second place winner is the Abalone Kopa, and the Tiger Coral Kopa comes in on number three.

Wouter

[WhyNot]

Wouter,
Great pics, but this group is screaming for Gold Perl...and Stacked Wood...and...you know what... get them all.:)
Like Roman mentioned, even if you do not EDC all of them you would be inspired to take more pictures!
Something to look forward for all of us here.
Mark.

[ozspyder]

Wouter !!!! What are you doing to me !!! :D

Love the pictures, your magic continues to grow in strength, and those Kopas sure do look very pretty. I EDC a BMP or CBP one just about every day along with the Persian.

My go-to one for black tie events is the BMP Kopa as well, subdued and elegant as well as colour coordinated to the penguin suits.

I agree with Mark and Roman, you need more Kopas if nothing else but for photography reasons alone :p

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/bug.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/bug_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/bug_closed.jpg

See proof that I can open the Bug one-handed (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Em80BHris1I) ;).

Wouter

[cougar337]

Love the skull(s) bead on the end of your bug...nice photos. I watched the youtube vid and it's tough to open one handed but it can be done! :D I love that Spyderco made these Bugs, they are so much fun

[Peter1960]

Great pictures of the bug, especially the blade photo! You sharpened the edge, right?

I tried two or three times to open the bug one-handed, but I gave up. Will try it again now, propably I used the wrong (right) hand :D

[Fairlane]

Beautiful pic's Wouter!

As always, i might add.

[Mr Blonde]

Great pictures of the bug, especially the blade photo! You sharpened the edge, right?

That is correct, I noticed that it wasn't as sharp as my other spydies straight from the box, so I gave it a few swipes on the 40degree angle of my Sharpmaker, worked like a charm.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

Finally, I got the Mule sheath that I really like. Mike Sastre's Generic Mule Team Sheath is top notch. The fit is snug with a crisp release. The fit and finish are perfect and the G-Lok clip is great. I used a simple cordwrap, that Peter Atwood demonstrates on his website. I like the cordwrap, it makes for a very compact package and it carries snug and out of sight.The knife cuts like a small Temperance. The edgeholding is pretty impressive, but I haven't used it much yet.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/mule_m4_1.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/mule_m4_2.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/mule_m4_3.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01//mule_m4_4.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/mule_m4_5.jpg

Furthermore, I took the opportunity to test my new semi-portable homemade lightbox. I'll need this contraption for a lot of pics to be taken later this week.....:rolleyes:

[amen74]

Many more pics coming soon? Can't wait. Your pics always look great Wouter!

[ColonelX1]

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/ladybug3.jpg

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/ladybug3_closed.jpg

ive been using this configuration for my in school EDC for a couple of weeks now and i love it, i got a black classic that i modded with a clip in the place of the toothpick, with a black FRN :spyder:Jester connected all of it slides into the watch-pocket of my jeans and takes on every single challenge i throw at it

Cheers!

The Colonel

[Mr Blonde]

Many more pics coming soon? Can't wait. Your pics always look great Wouter!

Yep, I'll be doing a special report almost live from the IWA show later this week.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

ive been using this configuration for my in school EDC for a couple of weeks now and i love it, i got a black classic that i modded with a clip in the place of the toothpick, with a black FRN :spyder:Jester connected all of it slides into the watch-pocket of my jeans and takes on every single challenge i throw at it

Cheers!

The Colonel

It's nice to see someone else benefitting of my little 'invention'. I'd have to admit that a Vic Classic and a SE Ladybug III is probably all I 'need' in a regular day, but 'need' and 'want' are not necessarily the same thing. I simnply feel naked without a real folder on me.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/urbans.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/urbans_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/urbans_closed.jpg

I got these in a few weeks ago. I'm just too stuck on the way the production prototype looked last year, that I just took these photos before I switched blades. I've been enjoying an Urban with a leaf blade and orange handle ever since. I'll post a review with photos and video of that one soon.

Any suggestions on what angle, action or cutting chore you'd like me to film of my modified Urban?

Wouter

[Jay_Ev]

Wouter,

Would like to see pics of your modified Urban next to an orange UKPK (for comparison) if that's possible :)

Jay

[Mr Blonde]

Will do. It's going to take a bit longer than planned, but I got some new tools to make a nice video review, and I've got to do some work around the house. I hope to post more next weekend.

Wouter

[spydutch]

Great pics as always Wouter:cool:

Can't wait for the Urban Rescue to come out:p

[Mr Blonde]

Time to dust off this ol' thread to see if it still has some life in it.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/frenchcook.jpg


http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/frenchcook_blade.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Time to dust off this ol' thread to see if it still has some life in it.

Wouter

Yes, it does. Beautiful picture. Like the rest of yours.
I am jealous: Spyderco chef's with 11" blade, black micarta handle. :p I can only wish that Spyderco would do sprint.
Wouter, thank you for sharing.

[ozspyder]

Ooooh ahhhh :D :p

So nice :) Thanks Wouter for sharing such a nice knife. I've got a Santoku courtesy of our resident fireman. Will be adding more Spydie kitchen gear soon.

I agree with Roman, bring on the sprint kitchen knives ! And of course we want more pics from Wouter ;)

[WhyNot]

Wouter,
I am with Roman on asking for more Spyderco kitchen knives in production. New models, sprint runs - everything.
Of course your pictures make them even more appealing.
Please do not make us begging for more.:D
WhyNot.

[Mr Blonde]

Thanks guys, I have very complete arsenal of Spydie kitchen knives, but this one is the only in its style.

See these older pics:
http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/kitchenmicarta.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/kitchen.jpg

I'm actually slowly starting to 'wear out' some of the kraton handled kitchen knives. They are all users, and have been users for quite a few years now.

I'd love to see the kitchen line being revamped.

Wouter

[bh49]

Nice. You have quite a few kitchen :spyder:. Which one is most used and which one is your favorite?

[Mr Blonde]

My favorite is the French Cook knife, but before that it was my Homemaker. I just love the bigger knives for slicing and dicing. My most used knife is the k05, the perfect knife to grab in the kitchen for 101 cutting tasks - not limited to food processing.:D

Wouter

[Bluntrauma]

I'm sure this has been asked and answered before but do you mind telling us what kind of camera you use? Your photo's are great!

[Mr Blonde]

Just a Sony DSC W50, a small point and shoot model.

Wouter

[Chris_H]

I'm sure this has been asked and answered before but do you mind telling us what kind of camera you use? Your photo's are great!


Just a Sony DSC W50, a small point and shoot model.

Wouter

I think the keys to Wouter's great photography are attention to composition, lighting, post-production techniques/skill, and enjoyment in producing quality photos.

I've had the opportunity to see him in action photographing :spyder:s, and one can observe his focus on producing just the right shots to really show off their attributes.

[Mr Blonde]

Hi Chris! Everything OK on your end? Say hi to your lovely wife.

On topic. I consider myself more of a mass-production knife photo guy. I prefer to get the cleanest shots possible with the most realistic colors -at least to me-. There are some real artists around these and other forums. Photoshop helps to sharpen, crop and generally give more 'zing' to a picture.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

Two more additions to my Ladybug addiction!

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/ladybug3yellowpurple.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/ladybug3yellowpurple_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/ladybug3yellowpurple_closed.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Wouter,
Beautiful pictures as always. I love the color.
"Ladybug addiction" this is a good one, never heard before, but can easy understand. I have few, my wife carries one and found it to be very useful.
I gave away couple as well. One of my friends claiming that they fix entire house, using Ladybug for all knife needs.:)

[GeorgeMaggos]

Hey Wouter,

great pics of some great knives :) Thanks for sharing!

~George

[Mr Blonde]

My hommage to Peter1960:)

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/manix2.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/manix2_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/manix2_closed.jpg

In case you were wondering, I did replace the stock clip with a black Delica 4 clip.

Wouter

[Peter1960]

Wouter, well composed pictures. Reminds me on some other pictures :D

Well done!

[Mr Blonde]

Thank you Peter, glad you like it.;)

Wouter

[ozspyder]

Very nice Wouter :)
once again beautiful shots and composition

[buferoe]

hey Wouter,

very nice pictures as always, nice to see the manixII in this composition.
Only those teeth, nothing for me........;)

congrats on the newest member in you're collection.

groeten,

Werner

ps: alles oke met Marije?

[bh49]

Wouter,
Great pictures.


Wouter, well composed pictures. Reminds me on some other pictures :D


Peter you are correct, they remind me some other pictures too,
just cannot remember who's :confused::confused:
May be you can refresh my memory? :confused::confused:

[WhyNot]

Wouter,
It's not like I did not enjoy your every post, but Manix II pictures are just perfect in every possible way!

Peter,
Many thanks to you for providing Wouter with such a great inspiration:)

Mark.

[Mr Blonde]

Thanks guys, I call it a first in a series of 'ode to my comrades' ;).

Werner, Marije is fine - we're counting down till the big day.

wouter

[Mr Blonde]

Next up in my series, is my hommage to Whynot! :D;)

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/poliwogg10_clouds.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/poliwogg10_clouds_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/poliwogg10_clouds_closed.jpg

I also noticed that after I was done, the wind would play with the Poliwog when it's on its spine, like a regular weather vane, check out this clip: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Axk5YhgM_4

Wouter

[ozspyder]

Very nice homages Wouter :D

Great shots once again and keep them up. I always enjoy having a gander at your compositions.

[buferoe]

hey Wouter,

Nice clip on youtube, just a little bit sharp to use as a windvane.
Not a real steady wind in your garden.

regards,

Werner

[bh49]

Great pictures (as expected :)).
Video is the best. Amazing
Thank you for sharing

[cosmo7809]

When I look at this thread I have to hide my wallet for a good 48 hours.

[psimonl]

Next up in my series, is my hommage to Whynot! :D;)

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/news/poliwogg10_clouds.jpg

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/news/poliwogg10_clouds_blade.jpg

http://www.spydercollector.nl/upload/news/poliwogg10_clouds_closed.jpg

I also noticed that after I was done, the wind would play with the Poliwog when it's on its spine, like a regular weather vane, check out this clip: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Axk5YhgM_4

Wouter



Hello...

We can see your reflexion in the lock's ball....!!!:eek:

Take care and once again, great pictures.

Simon

[buglerbilly]

Mirror pics are easily amongst my faves, great shots mate! ;)

I've really got to try that..................;)

I've had a new camera for 4 months and still haven't shot more than a handful of pics but then again my wee old Kodak is sooooooo great to use!

Regards,

BRIAN

[Mr Blonde]

Hello...

We can see your reflexion in the lock's ball....!!!:eek:

Yep, I know. I decided to leave it as is, it's a nice little 'easter egg'.

Thanks guys. I'm really happy how they turned out. I don't think I'll do more though, as I feel it's whynot's niche.

Wouter

[WhyNot]

Woulter,
Your latest pics left me speechless!!! They are such a beauty!
You raised the bar once again.:)
And BTW I would be honored to share "mirror niche" with you.
As your video shows there is a reason I do not have too many mirror pictures of the knives upside down. Very few models are as balanced as Poliwog and even the slightest air movement is always a problem.
Thank you again!
Mark.

[Mr Blonde]

I didn't have any new stuff on hand, buit I did have a new digicam to try out, so I decided to do a little pocket dump.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/edc_august2009.jpg

Also check out my first video done with an actual camcorder and in HD no less: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rirsIMRDs08

Wouter

[thibaud.1.80]

Mr Blonde...

What is the ring on your L1 surefire ??? Glow in the dark ???
Where you have find this ??? I want the same... He looks great !!!

What do you think about the Surefire E1L ???
I have buy this model on Ebay...I wait it in my mailbox...
It is a good model ??? It's my first flashlight.

Thank you very much.

Tibo.(France).

[Mr Blonde]

Hi Tibo,

Yes it's a glow in the dark ring. I got mine from lighthound.com.

Wouter

[Doc Pyres]

Great You Tube video! More evidence that Wouter is really James Bond! :D (It even had James Bond-like background music). You've always got the coolest gadgets around. And I especially liked the "Cast" credits. Well done sir! :)

[Mr Blonde]

Thanks doc. At first I cursed at youtubes audioswap, but it contains something for all occasions. I think this soundtrack ads some humor.

Wouter

[Clawhammer]

That music absolutely cracked me up...great vid!

Why did you disable comments?

[thibaud.1.80]

Thank you very much Mr Blonde !!!!

My god... This store is the empire of the flashlight !!!
Thanks again !!!

Tibo.(France).

[Mr Blonde]

That music absolutely cracked me up...great vid!

Why did you disable comments?

Practical reasons, I don't like monitoring too many discussions. Youtube is strictly a storage facility for me. The embedding feature isn't working in this thread - perhaps it's too long - a bug of sorts. I usually make a video for a review or preview, and then open a thread in general discussion. This was just a video quality test.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

Thank you very much Mr Blonde !!!!

My god... This store is the empire of the flashlight !!!
Thanks again !!!

Tibo.(France).

Yes, I'm afraid you're lost forever!:D

[J D Wijbenga]

Hi Wouter,

Nice collection! Looks very practical.

What is you opinion of the Sonyericsson? I am looking for a new phone and this one seem to have the features I am looking for.

Thanks!
JD

[Mr Blonde]

I absolutely love my SE C510! I used to go the smartphone route, but never really did like the bulk or to actually read or edit office docs, and the battery would go fast. I decided I needed a netbook for when I really wanted a computer 'on the go'. With the C510 I can get everything out of it, very fast: internet, photos, music, e-mail, movies etc.. Input is not as a fast, no qwerty keyboard. The C510 is nice and pocketable though and it doesn't break the bank. The screen quality is also very nice, but that's the case with most SE screens.

Wouter

[J D Wijbenga]

Thanks for the info! It just moved up the list :).

JD

[J D Wijbenga]

...and I have ordered one. New companion for my Caly3 cf :).

JD

[Mr Blonde]

I actually discovered this batch from my old camera. I tried to picture my loadout of that day, yet I keep getting drawn to that G10 Poliwog.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/poliwogg10.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/poliwogg10_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/poliwogg10_closed.jpg

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

I've been carrying and using this gent's slipit for about a month or so and I'm ready to prepare a video review. Is there anything you'd like to see? Comparisons with other models, grips, or a particular cutting chore? Let me know and I'll try to include it.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/terzuola.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/terzuola_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/terzuola_closed.jpg

Wouter

[ozspyder]

Very very nice pics once again Wouter :)

I wasn't considering the Terzuola in my future purchases ........ until now ! :D I should send you my bills :p

Keep them coming mate.

[bh49]

Great pictures Wouter. Keep doing your magic. I love G10 Poliwod.
I am looking forward to see your review on Terzuola. It is one of the knives I am planning to get in future.
Thank you for sharing.

[Mr Blonde]

The Slipit review is taking a little longer than I expected, too many diapers getting in the way:D, but it's in the works. But between naps I had the chance to take a quick shot of my forum native. The customs guys finally let it go.

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/forumknife2009.jpg

Wouter

[CanisMajor]

Always love looking at your pics Wouter. Keep'em coming.

Canis

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/surefirepen_black.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/surefirepen_tan.jpg

http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/surefirepen_blue.jpg

Wouter

[buferoe]

hey Wouter,

nice pictures ;), they make me greedy for some more pens.
but I told the misses that i would stop with collecting pens.:o

please don't stop making these pretty pictures with these nice pens, I love them.

kind regards,

Werner

ps: see yah at the DKE????

[DM11]

Nice, very nice!!

[buglerbilly]

Beautiful pics mate as ever............that middle Kopa is the ONLY one missing from my collection! *sigh*

BRIAN

[Mr Blonde]

Just playing around a bit with the macro function of my new photo camera (Canon Ixus 100). The Terzuola logo on my Bob T Slipit.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/terzuola_logo.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Very nice picture Wouter. Your Kopas & pens are great.
Thank you

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/kiwi_patriot.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/kiwi_patriot_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/kiwi_patriot_closed.jpg

I saved the best shot for last....

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/kiwi_patriot_box.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Wouter,
Great pictures. And all of them "The best"

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/meerkat_snow_1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/meerkat_snow_2.jpg

Wouter

[Peter1960]

Hi Wouter, beware your Meerkat of a cold :p

Snow in the Netherlands :eek:

[SaturnNyne]

I love the first shot of the Meerkat stuck head first in the snow, very nice.

[Mr Blonde]

Well those pics were taken yesterday in maybe 2 inches of snow. Today, I got about 5 - 7 inches of snow in my doorstep. I'd better get a scarf and some mittens for my Meerkat.;)
Wouter

[bh49]

Wouter,
Great pictures as always. BTW, congrats on 5K posts.


Well those pics were taken yesterday in maybe 2 inches of snow. Today, I got about 5 - 7 inches of snow in my doorstep. I'd better get a scarf and some mittens for my Meerkat.;)
Wouter

Did you move to Norway recently? :D:)

[WhyNot]

Wouter,
Very cool Meerkat pictures! Something really new. I like it a lot.
I guess having that much snow in your part of Europe is not that common...unlike here where I live. We just got close to two feet of snow over the last few days. My show blower got a lot of action!
Stay warm!
Mark.

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/ukpkrescue1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/ukpkrescue_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/ukpkrescue_closed.jpg

Wouter

[Donut]

Hey Wouter, I love this thread. I've checked it out several times and I'm always amazed.

Your work is great.

[gmgalmeida]

fantastic collection, beautiful pieces

[Mr Blonde]

I just finished uploading new old pictures of the 2008 production prototypes that were shown at the 2008 Amsterdam Meet. In the past I had to take them down after a year due to storage limitation. For the foreseeable future, I have no storage limitations.:D Here are some of the better shots I was able to take under 'field conditions'.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/amsterdammeet2008_pkaltrainer.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/amsterdammeet2008_police3_closed.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/amsterdammeet2008_police3.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/amsterdammeet2008_rookie.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/amsterdammeet2008_goddardjr.jpg

All protypes I shot can be found here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/prototypes/).

Wouter

[Ted]

5 weeks and counting ... ;)

[A-Knife]

I look forward to seeing the man in action.

CU
André

[A-Knife]

Hi Wouter,

Where did you get this key-ring? Beautiful thing.

Regards,
André


http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/files/2010/01/bug.jpg

[Mr Blonde]

I got mine from a friend, but Lighthound.com should have something similar.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/chinesefolder_fg.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/chinesefolder_fg_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/chinesefolder_fg_closed.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Wouter,
Your Foliage Green Lum looks great (as always). I was able to handle one on the show, it didn't look that good. Just wondering what is your secret? :)

[ozspyder]

Roman,

It has been said that Wouter has graduated from the Hogwarts School of Wizardry and thus magic is involved in his work :p

Is it just me or are Wouter's pics getting better :D

[tonydahose]

i think Sal should put him on the payroll, he has sold more knives for them than their own catalog:D

[Mr Blonde]

Wouter,
Your Foliage Green Lum looks great (as always). I was able to handle one on the show, it didn't look that good. Just wondering what is your secret? :)

Well, foliage green has the unique property that it can actually change color - at least to us humans. I can put an fg knife on a variety of surfaces and lighting conditions and you would believe it changes color. I've seen it change from grey concrete to brownish wood to green (duh) and to denim.

Apart from that, I always use overcast skies (at a show you probably saw the knife under artificial lights) as my lighting and a wee bit of photoshop to make it 'pop'.

Wouter

[bh49]

Wouter,
Thank you, I realize light can change color, but I still beleive that what we see on your pictures has something to do with Hogwarts background.:)


he has sold more knives for them than their own catalog:D

Certainly in my case. Wouter and couple more guys here convinced me to buy quite a few knives. :o:D

[Mr Blonde]

but I still beleive that what we see on your pictures has something to do with Hogwarts background.:)

Sorry, first rule of Hogwarts is that we don't talk about Hogwarts...

[Mr Blonde]

I posted some old pictures of prototypes from 2007. Apart from my crappy photoskills (I didn't yet bring my own gear), two other things stand out. The Samaritan and Bifold prototypes that haven't made it to production yet.

The Samaritan prototype was a double action automatic, it featured a scale release. The button you see, was a safety catch.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/amsterdammeet2007_samaritan.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/amsterdammeet2007_samaritan_closed.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/amsterdammeet2007_samaritan_closed2.jpg

The Bifold is sort of an automatic folding SPOT. The trigger inside the finger hole deploys the handle. Yes, the handle. You grip the blade and deploy the handle via the trigger.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/amsterdammeet2007_bifold.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/amsterdammeet2007_bifold_closed.jpg

See all 2007 Spyderco prototypes here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2010/02/21/spyderco-prototypes-2007/)and the Byrd protos here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2010/02/21/byrd-prototypes-2007/).

Wouter

[FIMS]

That Samaritan is dead sexy!

[bh49]

Great looking knives. It is too bad that both of them will be restricted.
Samaritan with 90 mm leaf shape blade looks near perfect. I would love to have manual knife like this, jimping on the choil and near hump and wire clip only will increase my love to this big Caly. I think that I even like this little swedge on Samaritan, which is little unusual for me.

[buglerbilly]

The Bifold looks well, weird..........:rolleyes:

I did notice it up for sale at one of the Japanese stores this weekend........don't ask which one, I won't say...........this is a permit-only knife in Oz IF you can get the permit!

The Samaratin on the other hand looks VERY cool..........;) :cool:

Regards,

BRIAN

[Mr Blonde]

Going back further back in time, it's quite obvious my photoskills were even more crappy back then, but two items might be of interest to the Spyderhistorians...

A Spyderfly trainer:
http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/amsterdammeet2006_spyderflytrainer.jpg

An early version of the Catbyd, with multiple comet holes
http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/amsterdammeet2006_catbyrd.jpg

More 2006 protos here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2010/02/23/spyderco-prototypes-2006/)and here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2010/02/23/byrd-production-prototype-2006/).

That's the last of the prototypes I shot over the years, I'm ready for some new ones!

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

I have a serious Ladybug addiction, so I couldn’t let this little fella escape me. It’s a really cool version of this LBK. Truly a micro-powerhouse! The sun was playing tricks on my during the little time I had for this shoot, but it made for some cool light/shadow effects.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/ladybughawkbill.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/ladybughawkbill_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/ladybughawkbill_closed.jpg

Wouter

[cougar337]

You have some really cool prototype shots there. Those are real treasures!!

[Mr Blonde]

With the arrival of the FRN Stretches in VG-10 and ZDP-189, I felt it was time to update the family photos.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/stretch_spyderco.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/stretch_spyderco_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/stretch_spyderco_clip.jpg

Wouter

[2cha]

Thank you! Your excellent photos (and reviews!) are an essential part of my spyderco buying research. I appreciate the effort.

[cougar337]

nice family you have there!!

[Donut]

I didn't know there was a G-10 Stretch. It looks like it is Flat Ground much thinner, it must cut really well.

[FIMS]

I didn't know there was a G-10 Stretch. It looks like it is Flat Ground much thinner, it must cut really well.

It's actually the Carbon Fibre handled Stretch. It feels like G-10 as it is a rougher scale.

[Mr Blonde]

It's called peelply carbon fiber, the lighting conditions when I took this shot made the cf pattern almost invisible. It does feel and act like G10, although to me it seems 'tougher'. G10 will get smoother with (pocket)time. This peelply cf hasn't lost its bite, although it has a little less 'bite' than brand new spydie G10.

Wouter

[Donut]

Oh, okay, too bad.

All the other ones I saw really looked like CF.

[Mr Blonde]

With two new Chinese Folders in the pipeline, I figured I get in some new family photos while they all still fit in one frame.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/chinesefolders.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/chinesefolders_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/chinesefolders_closed.jpg

When reviewing these pics, one question popped in my head: “Which one is your favorite”? Read more (http://www.spydercollector.com)


Wouter

[Donut]

I think the Gray one looks the best. The blade is missing the Spyder on the green and blue, and there are enough black knives out there.

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/delicas_ffgcolors.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/delicas_ffgcolors_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/delicas_ffgcolors_closed.jpg

You can see how I swapped the blade on the grey delica here (http://www.youtube.com/spydercollector).

Wouter

[2cha]

I feel a tiny bit jealous.....

[buferoe]

hey Wouter,

nice colors, nice knives.


regards,

Werner

[Mr Blonde]

I feel a tiny bit jealous.....

Thanks, I aim to please.:D

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

hey Wouter,

nice colors, nice knives.


regards,

Werner

Nice avatar!

Wouter

[J D Wijbenga]

Nice set of Delica's, even though you spoiled the grey one ;)

Good thing my grey ffg is still plain edge. Excellent knife!

JD

[Mr Blonde]

Nice set of Delica's, even though you spoiled the grey one ;)

Yes, I did spoil it too much with some fantastic teeth. He'll be a really unruly little knife when he grows up.;)

Wouter

[WhyNot]

It looks like Delica finally became more than just an excellent cutting tool - it got some personality with colors. And of course I have to mention it again - excellent pictures! Thanks!
WhyNot

[Donut]

What did you swap the Gray one's blade onto? I think the VG-10 SE came with black scales.

[Mr Blonde]

What did you swap the Gray one's blade onto? I think the VG-10 SE came with black scales.

Nothing yet, actually. I might put it on a Pink Delica or a FG Delica, I haven't decided yet.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/frnukpkdp.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/frnukpkdp_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/frnukpkdp_closed.jpg (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2010/04/20/spyderco-ukpk-frn-drop-point-review/)

Wouter

[tonydahose]

i like tha one, i wish they made a cheap frn one with a lock though.

[bh49]

Wouter,

Even knives, which I do not like, look great on your pictures. I have to visit you thread only once every few month. Almost each visit cost me money. :o:eek:

[MyKnife]

I don't like handle ...

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/walkercf.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/walkercf_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/walkercf_closed.jpg (http://www.spydercollector.com)
Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/tiatrlava.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/tiatrlava_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/tiatrlava_closed.jpg (http://www.spydercollector.com)

Wouter

[bh49]

Great pictures Wouter. I love them a lot. Great knives.

[Mr Blonde]

Since the contest is over, I'd figure I'd let my concept pics not go to waste. These were my selections for the contest. Some background on my selection process is up on my site (http://www.spydercollector.com). I ended up going with the last one. Again, congrats to the winners.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/calendarcontest_kopa_1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/calendarcontest_salt1_1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/calendarcontest_ukpkdp_1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/calendarcontest_ukpkdp_2.jpg

Wouter

[bh49]

Wouter,
Gorgeous pictures and of cause Tiger Coral is my favorite. Great job on all of them.

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kiwi_spyderco.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kiwi_spyderco_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2013/05/kiwi_spyderco_closed.jpg (http://www.spydercollector.com)

Wouter

[SUDS]

Great pics and knives! I love the picture of the salt and ukpk

[cougar337]

I've always liked that red, white and blue Kiwi design. Very nice line up of birds

[Mr Blonde]

I missed out on a sprint run or two, but this time I got lucky and got one early. After playing with my sample for a few days I must say that it´s a really nice piece, even though it´s probably not going to be a hard user in my collection (I prefer smaller folders for EDC). It´s a perfect piece for a photo shoot though. I decided to try the 1024 X 768 format. I just hope the majority of viewers don´t have to scroll to see the full image. Please leave a comment to me know what you think about the larger photo-format.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/redpersian1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/redpersian_closed1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/redpersian_blade1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/redpersian_clipside_open1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/redpersian_clipside_closed1.jpg

[bh49]

Wouter,
It is always great to see your pictures. Persian are double great. I didn't get mine yet. :( Is the knife in real life as good-looking as on your pictures?
BTW, new picture format is fine on my browser.
Roman

[ozspyder]

Very nice my friend :p I was awaiting these shots and I just knew they were coming !!!

Excellent pics as per usual. I can't wait until I get mine. I'll probably use mine along with my black one though :D C'mon let's see the others that you are hiding from us

[ninemm]

Truly great pictures in this thread. You have a very nice collection of Spyderco's and some fine flashlights too. I love my T1A (had the led upgraded). That spider pattern damascus piece is very cool looking.

[The Deacon]

Beautiful pictures, Wouter, as always. No problem with the size here, am running a 25" monitor at 1920 X 1050 and have hi speed internet. :D

[SUDS]

very nice pics Wouter! that knife looks beautiful

[jabba359]

Nice pictures! Can't wait for mine to show up. I also like the new picture format. Nice and big!

[Mr Blonde]

Is the knife in real life as good-looking as on your pictures?

Hi Roman, I strive to make my onscreen pics look the same as the knives in real life. Light is key of course, as is screen quality, but yes; this is what the Red G10 Persian looks like in daylight under an overcast sky in the Netherlands.:)

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

Thanks for looking guys, it seems I'll do more pics in this size format in the future.

[Jazz]

Wouter, that 1st pic of the drop point UKPK is so nice - I wish it was in my calendar. Also, you take nice pics of SS models - I don't know how you do it.

- best wishes, Jazz.

[Donut]

Hey Wouter, those are some amazing pictures of the Persian.

The UK Penknife shot is really amazing. I am surprised you aren't in the Calendar.

Those ATR/Lava shots are really outstanding. Fantastic work on those. I can't believe how the lines appear to match up so well.

The new image size is nice. I like larger images. The only problem is that the images don't agree with the forum website too well. Maybe it is just my web browser, maybe someone can post if they are or aren't having the same issues I am. Here is a little rundown of what I see:

The default width of the posts, which are centered, are 800 pixels wide. The 800 pixel wide posts are determining the centering. Your images are 1024 pixels wide, this makes the width of your posts 1062 pixels wide. The width I have to make my browser window to fit your pictures without cutting off or scrolling is 1370. Scrolling is actually a pretty easy alternate to the problems.


Do you mind if I ask which Sprints you missed?

[Mr Blonde]

you take nice pics of SS models - I don't know how you do it.

- best wishes, Jazz.

Thanks, I prefer to shoot outdoors during the daytime with an overcast sky. Nothing filters the sun quite like clouds, in my experience. I use a wee bit of photoshop to accentuatesome lines or colors, but I usually aim to make it as close to 'real life' as possible.

[Mr Blonde]

The new image size is nice. I like larger images. The only problem is that the images don't agree with the forum website too well. Maybe it is just my web browser, maybe someone can post if they are or aren't having the same issues I am. Here is a little rundown of what I see:

The default width of the posts, which are centered, are 800 pixels wide. The 800 pixel wide posts are determining the centering. Your images are 1024 pixels wide, this makes the width of your posts 1062 pixels wide. The width I have to make my browser window to fit your pictures without cutting off or scrolling is 1370. Scrolling is actually a pretty easy alternate to the problems.


Do you mind if I ask which Sprints you missed?

I have the same problems with the Spyderco website that you described, my screen resolution can depict the larger pictures fine, but the thread displays it a little awkward.

One sprint that got away from me, that still kind of hurts, is the blue Manix 2. And I'm also starting to regret not going after one of those burgundy micarta baby goddards.

[Mr Blonde]

I already posted thes in General, along with a review, but just to be complete I'd figure to archive them here as wel. Enjoy:

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/temperance2.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/temperance2_sheath.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/temperance2_pouch.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/temperance2_handle.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/temperance2_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/temperance2_strap.jpg

[bh49]

Wouter,
It is always great to see your new pictures. I love the look of T2, Spyderwrench looks great as well. I did something stupid couple years ago: I saw original Spyderwrench in near mint condition on the knife show for around $50 and didn't get it. :o:( I guess, cannot buy everything.
Thank you for sharing pictures.

[buglerbilly]

Great shots as ever mate! ;)

Love the Wrench and everything else.........

Regards,

BRIAN

[Mr Blonde]

I did something stupid couple years ago: I saw original Spyderwrench in near mint condition on the knife show for around $50 and didn't get it. :o:( I guess, cannot buy everything.

Ouch! It is a fact of life for collectors though, something will slip through your hands that you regret. In my case it was a Lum Fixed. :o

If it wasn't clear already, my 'wrench is from the batch that was release two years ago IIRC.

Wouter

[Mr Blonde]

I posted most of these pictures in the past, but they got lost when I transferred to one website to the other. A few rainy days and a forum discussion a few weeks ago prompted me to re-post the pics again, this time in the new large format.

Here's a sampling, all pictures of my Spyderco HQ visits can be found on my site (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/spyderco-hq/).

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/spyderco_tour_2005_4.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/spyderco_tour_2005_5.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/spyderco_tour_2006_2.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/spyderco_tour_2008_2.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/spyderco_tour_2008_5.jpg

[Agent_Ohm]

awesome pics

[SpyderJoe]

Love your Style Mr. Blonde!!!! Superb!!! =-D

[Mr Blonde]

Finally scored me a nice sprint run Manix 2!

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/manix_orange.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/manix_orange_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/manix_orange_clip.jpg

[224477]

Excellent pics as always Wouter! Is the orange manix2 liner skeletonized or full?

[Mr Blonde]

Skeletonized, it's much lighter in the hand than my regular production Manix 2.

[Donut]

Nice catch. I had to trade an Orange one, had to make sure they were still in stock before trading. My second one came in the same day the trade did. :D

[Mr Blonde]

Nice score on that trade and the 'extra' Orange M2 coming in, you must have had some tense moments.

[Donut]

No, maybe I worded that poorly. I had an Orange Manix 2, got a trade offer on it, then checked to see if CS still had them in stock. Ordered a replacement the same time as I made the trade. The trade for the first Manix arrived the same day as the replacement.

By the way, the SFO pictures are great. :)

[Evil D]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/temperance2.jpg



Is that natural micarta or G10? I love it. I'd like to have some Para scales made that way.

[Mr Blonde]

Is that natural micarta or G10? I love it. I'd like to have some Para scales made that way.

I believe it's brown canvas micarta. Definitely not G10.

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/chinesefolders_nishijin.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/chinesefolders_nishijin_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/chinesefolders_nishijin_closed.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/chinesefolders_nishijin_closedclip.jpg

[Mr Blonde]

The story behind, and a mini-review of, this knife can be found here (http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=48840).

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_scale1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_scale2.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_lock.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_scale4.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_scale3.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_clip.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/military_ti_fluted_thnxmuch_clipside.jpg

[SmoothOne25]

WOW!!!
:eek::eek::eek:
amazing pics blonde! you certainly deserve it!
can i have it? :D

but seriously i can't wait for mine to show up someday. blonde you have any eta for the rest of us? sal?

[SmoothOne25]

is it lighter than the other ti mil? cause of its design?

[Mr Blonde]

is it lighter than the other ti mil? cause of its design?

Yes, I believe they start with the regular Ti handle slabs and then take away material in the 'fluting' process. I'm not sure about when the model is released to dealers etc...

[Chris_H]

the story behind, and a mini-review of, this knife can be found here (http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=48840).
suuhh-wweeeeeetttt!!!!!
:d

[Mr Blonde]

Thanks Chris, I agree. I hope to see you again next year!

[Chris_H]

Thanks Chris, I agree. I hope to see you again next year!
Absolutely! I am going to try my best to make it next year to Amsterdam & Nuremburg. ;)

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/edc_balance.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/edc_balance_clip.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/edc_balance_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/edc_balance_blade2.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/edc_balance2.jpg

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/delica_damascus_blue.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/delica_damascus_blue.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/delica_damascus_blue_blade.jpg

[Mr Blonde]

I'm buried shoulder high in moving boxes, but everything is packed up now. Now it's waiting for the movers and doing some cleaning and chores in the new house. Caught some downtime to publish these pics I took a month or so ago.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/schemppfamily.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/schemppfamily_blades.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/schemppfamily_closed.jpg

[Donut]

Best of luck with the move, Wouter.

[David Lowry]

Wouter,

You still take THE best pictures brother. I mean the absolute best on this forum. Awesome!

Thanks for sharing man!

[Mr Blonde]

I'm slowly but surely getting settled in my new home. I finally found some 'me-time' to write a review of the PPT (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2011/08/14/spyderco-ppt-review/)and to take some pics of my not-so-new-anymore PPT.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/ppt.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/ppt_collection_blade.jpg
(left to right: Streetbowie, PPT, Streetbeat, Boker/Perrin Neckbowie)

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/ppt_closed.jpg

[D56]

You take absolutely beautiful pictures Mr Blonde. A big thanks for taking them and taking the time to post them. I real treat to look at. :spyder:

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/delicaffgorange.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/delicaffgorange_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/delicaffgorange_closed.jpg

Click here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2011/10/09/spyderco-ffg-orange-delica/)for my first impressions.

[Mr Blonde]

They keep making new ones, I keep getting new ones.

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/chinesefolders20111.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/chinesefolders2011_blades1.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/chinesefolders2011_closed1.jpg

[bartvdb]

you got your toy"s covered . nice; thx for the pictures greeetzzzz .

[ClusterFlux]

Awesome photos as usual Wouter!

[bh49]

Wouter,
Great pictures as always. Orange is a beautiful color. Very impressive Chinese family. For some reason I thought that you have black bladed folder as well :confused: How do you like newest variant and what is your favorite?
Roman

[Donut]

That is a beautiful Lum collection, Wouter!

[Azwaiian]

I think I cried tears of joy, jealousy, and sadness when I saw all the wonderful pictures of spyderco knives. Jealousy and sadness because I want them, but sadly, my wallet is empty!

Great pictures though, you could make a calender out of all the pics.

[DrChimRichalds]

These pictures AND your collection are incredible. Do you ever use any of the knives in your collection? They're all perfectly spotless!

[Mr Blonde]

Wouter,
Great pictures as always. Orange is a beautiful color. Very impressive Chinese family. For some reason I thought that you have black bladed folder as well :confused: How do you like newest variant and what is your favorite?
Roman

I really did not like the black blade lum, I think it ruins the classy lines of the Chinese Folder design. My fave right now is the ZDP189 version, I use it the most.

[Mr Blonde]

These pictures AND your collection are incredible. Do you ever use any of the knives in your collection? They're all perfectly spotless!

Thanks, I use my folders all the time. I also love taking care of them, and photoshop does the rest. :)New knives do get shot before they see much use though.

[Donut]

Thanks, I use my folders all the time. I also love taking care of them, and photoshop does the rest. :)New knives do get shot before they see much use though.
You'll have to tell us which ones survive the bullet abuse. :)

[gull wing]

Nice Chinese collection.
How is the finish on the Ti? Same as the aluminum?

[Mr Blonde]

Nice Chinese collection.
How is the finish on the Ti? Same as the aluminum?

It is similar, the Alu has that smooth powder feel. The Ti scales are polished and seem feel a bit slicker than the alu.

[Mr Blonde]

...not really 'E'DC, rather the gear I had on me last weekend. Some background info can be found here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2011/12/07/the-gear-i-carried-this-weekend-spyderco-sunwayman-victorinox-and-zippo/).

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/edc_abelonekopadelica.jpg

[bh49]

Beautiful picture. I love your Delica.
For some reason I am surprised to see Zippo. :eek:

[224477]

For some reason I am surprised to see Zippo. :eek:

LOL, I have the same ZIPPO model.
Very luxurious photo

[Mr Blonde]

For some reason I am surprised to see Zippo. :eek:

How so? It's not the most high-speed of lighters out there, but hey..it was good enough for John McClane!:D;)

[wsdavies]

How do you keep the lint and smudges out of macro shots like that? No matter how much I clean my stuff, that kind of stuff seems to show up.

[Mr Blonde]

A Chamois cloth works wonders and for the few remaining specks, there's a couple of tools in photoshop to clear that right up.

[bh49]

How so? It's not the most high-speed of lighters out there, but hey..it was good enough for John McClane!:D;)
Sorry, I wasn't clear. I like Zippo, but I was surprised to see that you have a lighter :o

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/squeak.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/squeak_clip.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/squeak_blade.jpg

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/squeak_closed.jpg

My review of this little gem can be found here (http://spydercollector.wordpress.com/2011/12/30/spyderco-squeak-review/).

[DrChimRichalds]

I should pick up a Squeak. Would be perfect for my trips to Boston. Awesome pictures as usual, Wouter.

[jhyde7585]

Well.... I just looked over your bunch.....all 25 pages of em.

Amazing, and thank you :D

[INFRNL]

I need to learn how to use photoshop and take pictures. Amazing quality!

[bh49]

Finally scored me a nice sprint run Manix 2!

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/manix_orange.jpg


http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/delicaffgorange.jpg


I cannot wait for pictures of orange Para

[Mr Blonde]

http://spydercollector.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/edc_camo.jpg

[DrChimRichalds]

Is that a Surefire Pen 1? Ugh, I'm so jealous!

[Mr Blonde]

I think the Surefire Pen 1 is still in production though....

[Donut]

Your posts look nice with the new forum. :)