What Steel Would You Like To See in the Native Chief?

[dogrunner]

Cruwear is always my first choice. But I would buy any top-tier steel - 3V, 4V, van4e, M4, 10V, PD1 (I know, Cruwear), but not vg10 or any other steel that needs frequent sharpening.

[Pelagic]

You simply can't go wrong with Cruwear.

[olywa]

I opted for 'Other'. I'd like to see Spyderco shake things up a little and lead this product release with a LW FRN model in XHP or even BD1N. Backlock and wire clip of course. How about getting back to the Native's value-based roots, and bring it in at sub $125?

[ferider]

I voted 3V/4V, preferrably 3V as it's new to me.

But CPM M4, Cruwear or 10V would get me just as excited.

[me2]

Stainless laminated Super Blue.

[5-by-5]

Stainless laminated Super Blue.

Super blue is SEKI Japan. Sal said this is a Golden build.

[vivi]

I opted for 'Other'. I'd like to see Spyderco shake things up a little and lead this product release with a LW FRN model in XHP or even BD1N. Backlock and wire clip of course. How about getting back to the Native's value-based roots, and bring it in at sub $125?

I like the sounds of that.

[Mattysc42]

My first choice is always lc200n, at least until vanax becomes affordable. Beyond that, k390, maxamet, 20cv, cruwear, and 4v would all be instant buys for me.

[jasonstone20]

me2-
VToku 1 is close to Super Blue

[knivesandbooks]

I opted for 'Other'. I'd like to see Spyderco shake things up a little and lead this product release with a LW FRN model in XHP or even BD1N. Backlock and wire clip of course. How about getting back to the Native's value-based roots, and bring it in at sub $125?

Cha ching

[DOUBLE D]

I'd buy any model with 204p/m390/20cv preferably. Or S110v is also one of my favorites. Good wear and corrosion resistance please! I think this will be an awesome model in general. I hope it's on the horizon and not years away.

Dave D

[Wartstein]

Not totally on spot concerning the topic, but could someone briefly explain to me in which aspects the chief is expeted to be different from the Shaman? Thinner bladestock? Backlock? FRN?

[Wartstein]

Not totally on spot concerning the topic, but could anyone briefly explain to me in which aspects the chief is expeted to be different from the Shaman? Thinner bladestock? Backlock?

[The Meat man]

Not totally on spot concerning the topic, but could someone briefly explain to me in which aspects the chief is expeted to be different from the Shaman? Thinner bladestock? Backlock? FRN?

Probably...maybe a little longer blade too, and possibly FFG instead of saber grind? I don't think anyone here knows for sure, or has any idea when it will be released.

I'm eager to see what it turns out to be. :)

[vivi]

The Chief should be longer according to Sal.