Scale preference?

Water Bug · #21

With regards to handle scale materials that Spyderco uses for its knives, I like G-10, FRN, and titanium. I do like the other scale materials Spyderco uses... I'm just more intrigued by these three.

Shazam · #22

I do appreciate the FRN for durability and they tend to be my go-to EDC. Light and durable, and over the years better steel to go with! The G10 models are new to me this year so I have yet to really notice the pants pocket getting eaten up.

I have to admit that my stainless models take a beating in the pockets, and scratch up pretty good - but thats partly the charm. Ive never tried to buff any of them out ... But i try not to have spyderco knives that are non-users. The practicality and quality is the reason I spend the money on them. The stainless models have their place ... worth the extra weight IMHO. Although dropping one is a higher potential with the heavier models. I also have to admit that the stainless models are "less offensive" in certain PC situations than say ... A fully serrated Millie (but just as capable).

gaj999 · #23

FRN for me. G-10 next. I'd consider titanium. No way to SS or CF, I don't like either one.

Gordon

JonBasha · #24

I have to say I'm with you on the SS. I personally have started collecting them. I have a Sage CF that I use as an EDC. What is your collection so far?

gunnut35 · #25

This is not a easy question becaue i love the look of cf but dont like smooth cf. I love the feel of G10 but it can be to gripy and be hard to draw sometimes. I cant find any fault with frn so i have to place it first. Then ply peel cf next and g10 last. I guess it all depends on what knife it is because i do no like ss except on the Endura.

npueppke · #26

My preferences go something like:

1. Titanium
2. FRN
3. G10 or Micarta
4. Wood
5. Carbon Fiber
6. Steel
7. Bone

Jules · #27

Until now I preferred the FRN handles because of the light weight.

Recently got my first SS knife, an Endura. I was amazed how comfortalble and strong it is. I was worried that it will be heavy in my pocket, but I almost cannot feel it.

It is interesting that for some reason the FRN Endura somehow didn't felt good in my hand.

Handwrecker · #28

G10 or micarta.

Zytel and FRN are completely acceptable handle materials. But they always feel cheaper and flimsy compared to G10 or micarta. I like when my knife feels rock solid. You can't get much better than those two, and they're widely available from Spyderco. Win/win.

gull wing · #29

Flintknaped(sculpted) G10.

dialex · #30

You're gonna laugh, but I absolutely love the "chippie" FRN. Of course, it's the Spyderco FRN I'm talking about; I had the opportunity of testing the equivalent made by other brands, and it's not even close.
These being said, it doesn't mean I reject the SS, the G-10, or God forbid, the CF or titanium.

Pinetreebbs · #31

Carbon fiber and any kind of wood for looks, G-10 for use.

SpydieZ · #32

My favorite is the peel ply cf from golden and a close second is the peel ply fro
seki city. I also am very fond of titanium and g-10 but not a fan of stainless steel. Out of about 50 spydies I have 2 that are stainless steel handles and they have never been used!

skatenut · #33

I prefer peel-ply CF, titanium, G10, FRN

DemskeetSkeet · #34

Carbon fiber or g10