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by smcfalls13
Fri Aug 09, 2013 12:20 am
Forum: byrd Knife General Discussion
Topic: New byrd model?
Replies: 149
Views: 60542

The Byrd line covers the basics quite well at the moment. Quite a few of the major Spyderco knives have a Byrd counterpart. Delica-Meadowlark, Endura-Carara, etc. While not identical, the spirit of each knife and it's corresponding Byrd remain very similar. I can only make assumptions of sales volum...
by smcfalls13
Sat Jul 27, 2013 10:18 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: POTENTIALLY GOOD NEWS!! 2013 Spyderco Forum Knife Native5 - C41GPGR5
Replies: 88
Views: 20351

Well, this is good news potentially, though 4 days later, getting on the wait list is pointless at this point, considering how fast they sold out.

Enjoy your sharp things ladies and gentlemen :cool:
by smcfalls13
Thu Jul 18, 2013 2:08 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How many Forum Natives did you get?
Replies: 109
Views: 17719

Missed this one. Did not expect it to go out of stock that quickly. Ah well, it happens.
by smcfalls13
Tue Jul 02, 2013 11:41 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco Swick
Replies: 16
Views: 6402

There's just one thing about these though. When you say Swick 4...uh, what happened to #3? Have you been holding out on us? :D Swick 2 was actually third generation. Swick 1 had two versions. A new Swick would be the fourth, technically speaking, but I'd like the idea of a third one I don't know ab...
by smcfalls13
Sun Jun 30, 2013 11:04 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco Swick
Replies: 16
Views: 6402

sal wrote:We have a Swick 4 in both a leaf and warncliff scheduled for later this year. Sprint runs of each. Like the others, there are slight mods to refine the design. Also has mounting holes for scales.

sal
Thank you.
by smcfalls13
Wed Jun 26, 2013 7:54 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco Swick
Replies: 16
Views: 6402

There were 3 runs of Swicks. Two of which were sprints if I recall correctly. 1st set was nearly identical to the 2nd, but I cannot for the life of me find the info on site. It lacks the trademark hole, and also has the word Swick on the side of the blade with the Spyderbug, as well as came with a k...
by smcfalls13
Fri Jun 21, 2013 8:49 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: price mistake??
Replies: 106
Views: 18287

Look at Titanium handled knives in comparison to their alternatives. The sad truth is that titanium is expensive. Also, the more exotic the handle, the higher the price point. To use the Native 5 as an example, compare the G-10 model to the fluted titanium, the Ti is roughly twice the price. If anyo...
by smcfalls13
Tue Jun 18, 2013 7:46 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: How often do you catch your pocket clip on something?
Replies: 38
Views: 10083

I've only ever bent the wire clips.
by smcfalls13
Sat Jun 15, 2013 12:46 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spot on!
Replies: 15
Views: 3979

I have an old Spot lying around somewhere, being overshadowed by the sheer awesomeness of the Swick ;) Both nice little knives, but I don't believe they were particularly popular when they were around.
by smcfalls13
Fri Jun 14, 2013 10:32 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco Warranty & Repair / Customer Service - Response from Spyderco
Replies: 37
Views: 8376

From someone who has been in customer service(and felt the sting) for almost 20 years, I'd give you a standing ovation, but you wouldn't be able to tell :cool: In customer service, 9/10 times, you only hear the negative feedback, and it tends to be demoralizing. Take solace in the fact that for ever...
by smcfalls13
Fri Jun 14, 2013 10:27 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Hawkbill or Cricket?
Replies: 17
Views: 4160

Tasman is quite sturdy and will hold up to semi-abuse. Have not owned a mini Matriarch, but that tip looks a bit thin for heavy use. On the flip side, I find VG-10 to outlast H-1 before I need to sharpen, and serrated only increases the time between sharpenings. I feel like I didn't help you choose ...
by smcfalls13
Fri Jun 14, 2013 10:23 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: what is your edc-self defensive spyderco?
Replies: 108
Views: 28339

Is it really so dangerous to life in the states? First time I ask this, as over the years beeing a forum member I often see threads like this. Without going into such detail that it would put half of us to sleep, it depends on where you are, and the surrounding circumstances. There are areas of the...
by smcfalls13
Thu Jun 13, 2013 11:45 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: What year did you buy your first Spyderco?
Replies: 117
Views: 22109

2003, picked up a Harpy, been fighting the addiction ever since.
by smcfalls13
Thu Jun 13, 2013 11:44 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: what is your edc-self defensive spyderco?
Replies: 108
Views: 28339

A sturdy pair of shoes and a good knowledge of where I am. I have no desire to end up in court justifying my actions if I could have avoided the situation. Worst case scenario and I can't avoid it, whatever happens to be at hand. Good luck charging me with intent what there's more tape residue than ...
by smcfalls13
Wed Jun 12, 2013 9:11 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: *Edited* Inappropriate Thread - Not for Spyderco Forums
Replies: 22
Views: 5318

Interesting how much has changed since I was a regular here.

Not that what I say carries much weight, but this isn't really the place for this. Handle your business privately please. Not telling anyone what to do, just a polite request.
by smcfalls13
Sun Jun 09, 2013 12:23 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Happy birthday Sal
Replies: 35
Views: 7176

Happy belated Birthday sir.
by smcfalls13
Sat Jun 08, 2013 10:48 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Any chance for a change in G10 pattern?
Replies: 31
Views: 6386

I think the texture of a knife handle is a pretty personal thing. What I consider rough, another may consider a wet eel, and vice versa. As mentioned before however, it comes down to cost effectiveness in the end. That being said, I remember when G-10 was only used on the high end models, and FRN wa...
by smcfalls13
Sat Jun 08, 2013 10:24 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Knives We Would Like to See "UNVANISH"
Replies: 117
Views: 17404

Okay, now I'm really curious... I have a knife exactly like the Pro-Grip clip-it pictured, but mine has G-2 blade steel... What exactly do I have ? I've thought for the longest time that it was a Pro-Venator..... I have forgotten more about this than I care to admit, but if I recall correctly, G-2,...
by smcfalls13
Sat Jun 08, 2013 9:50 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Yojimbo Sharpening
Replies: 6
Views: 2999

If you haven't watched the DvD that should come with the set, I highly recommend it, if for some reason you don't have one, the following videos are the contents of that disc, broken into segments. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GB0r6GvESGg (part 1) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fP9Uc3ZM24Y (part 2...
by smcfalls13
Thu Jun 06, 2013 12:43 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Tasman Salt - How good is it?
Replies: 24
Views: 6331

Have to chime in here, mine is still going strong after 6+ years I think. To be perfectly honest though, it was lost in a shed in the backyard for a year of that.