Spyderco Byte: Kapara

[Doc Dan]

I was reading with great interest the new Spyderco Byte about the Kapara. I like the idea behind the design. It looks really promising. I also think it may have a handle that is actually long enough for my hand.

[MichaelScott]

I know what you mean. Very intriguing nice design. I am already thinking of it as a replacement for my PM 2. I’ll have to wait and see what the more knowledgeable reviewers have to say about it, especially after using it for a while.

[The Deacon]

Not generally a fan of compression locks, but the Kapara could be interesting design, depending on blade thickness and Spyderhole diameter.

[Doc Dan]

I know what you mean about the compression lock, but it is far better than a liner lock or a frame lock. But, the overall design of the knife looks pretty good. I also like that the designer decided to design it around slicing fruit and other food, things that we actually do with our knives.

[Molle Ninja]

I love that knife. Preordered a long time ago.

[The Meat man]

I like the design. Not now, but perhaps sometime I will buy one.

[knivesandbooks]

I'm not jumping on it but I'll probably end up with it around tax return time. Price on it honestly isn't bad-- especially for full carbon fiber, not just peel ply over g10. Red backspacer is also nice. I'm digging the slim designs.

[Sharp Guy]

The Kapara is one of my most anticipated knives of the year. I had it pre-ordered but I decided to cancel it. I'll wait for a eBay sale and pick it up at a discount.

[MichaelScott]

I have been watching this one since the mid-year catalog. I like compression locks fine and I suspect the thin grind, blade shape and handle ergonomics may better suit my needs than the Para Military 2 I have.

I plan to sell a few things and get one when they come in stock at SFO.

[SpyderEdgeForever]

It looks like a very practical tool-type of cutting design, not burdened down with alot of extras.

[MichaelScott]

I have been watching this one since the mid-year catalog. I like compression locks fine and I suspect the thin grind, blade shape and handle ergonomics may better suit my needs than the Para Military 2 I have.

I plan to sell a few things and get one when they come in stock at SFO.

As I said in a different topic, maybe not. I want to see some Kapara and Para Military 2 comparisons.

[Spydersense]

Ordered mine from SFO. I was kind enough to leave a few for others. :)

[wrdwrght]

Available today directly from Spyderco, which is major, if you have a military discount.

[Jazz]

I wish it was a 3” blade, but it sure is beautiful in that first pic.

[skybladefromthe]

This is probably all over the place but I just saw it wanted to post it.

Spyderco Kapara Unbox First Look
https://youtu.be/zMzYWsg68Mk

[Doc Dan]

That knife is really nice. Thanks for the video. The knife looks like it would be comfortable in the hand.

[skybladefromthe]

I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Don't know that I'll get it but it looks good to me too!