Spyderco Teflon washer replacement?

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Spyderco Teflon washer replacement?

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Is there a viable replacement option for Teflon washers used in Spyderco knives? Eric talked on YouTube via Blade 2018 that Spyderco has been evolving in regards to washers. That Spyderco has learned a lot in a short time and is using bronze phosphorus washers now.

I am not sure how Spyderco will deal with a Teflon washer failure, but is there aftermarket bronze phosphorus washers that can be used if the knife owner chose to do so?
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You can purchase phosphor bronze washers from pretty much any knife maker's supply company.
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You might try USAknifemakers.com :)
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Has anyone done this before? Like the mantra 1 (thin metal washer) and the Lionspy (Teflon washers) ???
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