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oh, yeah, forgot to explain why. it's just for those times where i really dont want people to know i have a blade on me and i dont need quick access to it. i think it only applies to countries like the Philippines, though. we have security checks (pat downs) in malls, and security personel usually h...

hi lost jaguar! yes, it is a static cord-ish type of rig. the clip you see attached to the lanyard is a surefire lanyard clip that came with one of my flashlights here's a pic of the sheath with the static cord on. the loop of lanyard on the left side of the sheath is what goes into my belt loop htt...

hi all! thanks for sharing ur views! i finally broke down and bought a kalista and im very happy with the purchase. here are some pics of my new carry blade.. here it is in RGEI.. it feels very solid in the hand. http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb74/crunch716/10192007301.jpg one slight issue i ha...

yeah, ure right, doc! im really better off with the kalista. its a lot more versatile. uhmm.. and it also has a black coating, and jimping on the handle and spine. haha! (trying to tip the scales with whatever i can in favor of the kalista). but man, that disciple must be a **** of a performer in RG...

hi michael! i just checked the shivworks site and they have it in stock. why did you have to remind me about the disciple?!! haha! that's at least 100usd over my budget but i can see myself ordering it. please, just tell me how the kalista's carry system is more comfortable and versatile.. and how b...

hi guys! im a bit of a flashlight geek myself but in no way an expert. just thought id share my .02.. in my opinion, the new surefire L1 cree's with a beam diffuser would be a great EDC. its small and thin enough to be carried comfortably, it has high-low output modes (65/10 lumens) with decent runt...

yes, the handles are slim, but it seems to be substantial in my hands. it's actually a plus since it makes the knife easier to conceal. i will try it in thumbcapped reverse grip, i overlooked that one when i handled the knife. thanks for reminding me! i do agree about getting a ronin, but i have eno...

hi guys! im considering the blackhawk 'kalista' as a concealable fixed blade for reverse grip, edge-in SD applications. ive handled it a couple of times at the local knife store and it feels secure enough in my chosen grip. what i like about it is that it is very versatile, accomodating even the sab...

hi all! i am not an expert, but i've been training in krav maga for about 6 months now and i feel that it should be looked into for SD. what i like most about it is the simple fact that it provides 'positive reinforcement' for hitting vital targets. while most MA's won't teach you to hit the groin, ...

looks like your pants are a but loose for efficient wave :) thats a good point you bring up, dete. i find that this setup works even better on my denim jeans (which are substantially tighter). the difference is that the knife unclips itself later on the draw, but the zipties still catch on to the l...

stonyman thanks for the kind words. youre right, bro, train and carry. :D JD Spydo i suggest you try it right away. just make sure you put the zipties on really tight and face the square locks and the little protrusion towards the lip of your pocket. i find that because it's protruding sideways, it ...

hi guys! while itching for the p'kal, ive been playing around with reverse grip wave openings. i experimented first with my waved d4, got a lil bored, then pulled out my spyderhawk and some zipties. here are some pics. http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb74/crunch716/09172007257.jpg http://i211.pho...

hi david! im a bit of a surefire afficionado myself, i have both the 6p and the g2, and i also have an aftermarket tactical head that fits both models. my edc is a g2 with a tactical bezel on it for two reasons: the polymer body of the g2 is lighter and provides a little shock protection, and the 6p...

hi joe! i thought about it for a while and i agree that the body and the ring should be thicker. so far, design wise, i really dont have any other solutions. right now, im just banking on my theory that the thumb (capped to the butt), index (gripping the outer top part of the ring), and the pinky (a...

hi all! im sorry for not being able to reply quickly. ive been busy with school lately. anyway.. thanks for all the comments and input! michael cook, yes, it could see how 'authorities' may consider it a knuckle duster but i really can't find a way around that without compromising retention. also, t...

i wont get into technical specs coz, well, i dont have any. haha! i do have pics though. :D http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb74/crunch716/tibmarakcopy.jpg im sorry for the amature-ish work. im not very good at photoshop.. or any other task that involves some sort of drawing, for that matter. :p ...

yeah, u tell 'em Gills! the only suitable replacement for my caly jr. is a caly III, and over here, its going to cost around 170 usd. :( Not using that Caly is like: Having a car, but not driving it. Having a house, but living outside. Having a home cooked meal waiting at home, but buying a sandwich...

you're an inspiration to us all, mr.Glesser! ive really looked up to you and ive really been impressed with the way you handle sensitive issues and the way you manage Spyderco. you produce the best knives out there, and that alone would have already made me a great fan. but you and your company go f...

Although you could opt for the easier solution...buy a ZDP Caly Jr to use & keep the Grey Jr in the safe ;) believe me, i wouldve done that long ago. im way over in the Philippines and so far i've only gotten my spydies from the local knife shops. they dont seem to update their stock and if the...

thanks for the encouragement, guys! its just what i need. will be trying to ease it into my EDC rotation to replace my "s".. that thing just gathers up too much lint sometimes.

thanks for the kind words bout the pics, Harry! believe it or not, i just used a cameraphone and my surefire.