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What spyderco knives do you have in your collection? Pictures are welcomed/encouraged.

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FeaturedPermalink Reply by Charles Sample on May 11, 2013 at 22:19

I only have one Spyderco, a Bug.

Permalink Reply by Donald Walker on May 14, 2013 at 20:46

Brad T. That Caly 3 Damascus is a beauty!

Charles Is the bug one of the tiny ones?

I have a few Spydercos. I bought my first one(Manix2) in January of this year. I have recently added a Tasman Salt. I have been using these knives most days at work.

FeaturedPermalink Reply by Charles Sample on May 14, 2013 at 21:07

Yes, here is a comparison picture to a penny to show the size.

Donald Walker said:

Brad T. That Caly 3 Damascus is a beauty!

Charles Is the bug one of the tiny ones?

I have a few Spydercos. I bought my first one(Manix2) in January of this year. I have recently added a Tasman Salt. I have been using these knives most days at work.

Permalink Reply by Ron Cooper on August 11, 2013 at 3:44

Here is my most recent acquisition. A Spyderco Native with black FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon) and black DLC (Diamond Like Coating) blade. As a bonus it bears the unofficial insignia of the 10th Special Forces Group imprinted on the pile side of the blade. (Props to Charles Sample for pointing me in the right direction to identify this insignia)...

The ergonomics of this knife are amazing. Compared to my normal Spyderco EDC knife, the Paramilitary 2, the Native is relatively small. But in my hand it is oh, so sweet! Rather than waste my time (and yours) in a futile effort to articulate the way this knife feels in my hand, I will simply proffer a single word: Perfection!

As you can see by its markings it was made in Golden, Colorado. The Home of Spyderco knives. Listed below are some of this knife's features:

Single blade folding knife
Ergonomic handle with special features to for a secure, no-slip grip
3.13” blade constructed of hollow ground CPM S30V steel
Locking lever locking mechanism with David Boye Dent safety

This knife came to me by way of an Ebay auction in which my winning bid was approximately 1/3 the MSRP for the same knife, new. I should hasten to add that, despite appearing in new condition, the knife was listed as used. Nonetheless, I almost feel guilty that I got this fantastic knife so cheaply. Not! I think the operative word is "almost."

Permalink Reply by Ron Cooper on August 11, 2013 at 4:21

And here is a shot of my whole Spyderco family, which has just welcomed a new, green G10, Paramilitary 2 with CTS-204P steel and a, black FRN, Native with CPM-S30V steel into the fold. See photos below...

From bottom to top the knives are as follows...

Titanium, Satin, Military ~ CPM-S30V

Digicam G10, Black DLC, Military ~ CPM-S30V

Digicam G10, Black DLC, Paramilitary 2 ~ CPM-S30V

Green G10, Satin, Paramilitary 2 ~ CTS-204P

Brown G10, Satin, Paramilitary 2 ~ CPM-S35VN

Orange G10, Satin, Paramilitary 2 ~ CTS-XHP

Black FRN, Serrated DLC, Native ~ CPM-S30V

Permalink Reply by Billy Oneale on August 12, 2013 at 21:12

That is an outstanding collection, Ron. I'm drooling all over myself.

Permalink Reply by Ron Cooper on August 28, 2013 at 15:52

The above picture shows the hardware changes on the Digicam Black Blade Para 2. The one on top is the most recent with all black hardware. The one on the bottom with its silver screws has been my EDC for nearly 2 years now.

All 5 above are Spyderco Paramilitary 2's

The above picture contains my 5 Para 2's flanked by my 2 Spyderco Military's - A Digicam on the left and a Titanium on the right.

Permalink Reply by Jack Haskins, Jr. on September 1, 2013 at 9:20

Nice EDC set Donald. After I decided to finally get ONE good quality knife I became financially painfully (lol) aware that ONE good quality EDC knife actually meant at least two EDC knives if you want to cover most cutting needs with a more appropriate tool. Your two knives seem like they would serve many needs perfectly. Hawkbill serrated for aggressive cutting orope, etc. and the Manix2 plain edge for hard use everything else. Examples of course. Great EDC set I think. While 154CM is a fine steel IMO I prefer S30V which is what you have on the Manix2. It has pretty good corrosion resistance and the H1 of couse is great against corrosion. For when you fall in the ocean of course. lol

Donald Walker said:

Brad T. That Caly 3 Damascus is a beauty!

Charles Is the bug one of the tiny ones?

I have a few Spydercos. I bought my first one(Manix2) in January of this year. I have recently added a Tasman Salt. I have been using these knives most days at work.

Permalink Reply by Jack Haskins, Jr. on September 1, 2013 at 9:32

Ron, I don't care for serrated edges much for EDC for my needs but I figure you need at least one for any decent collection. If/when I do get one it will probably be this Native. I love the fact that it is fully (sort of) serrated except for a larger plain section at the tip than most fully serrated edges. I don't like combo edges at all because if you need serrations I think you probably need the entire edge serrated. A combo edge seems like a waste of half of a nice plain edge. Just my feelings. Many people love combo edges. One thing about the Spyderco lineup is a nice variety to please many many people. Plus, the Native is the perfect EDC size for my needs so adding this knife to an empty (or already occupied) pocket seems like a good choice IMO.Nothing wrong with two knives in the same pocket. Maybe they will get along and then there will be a third "little" knife some day. lol

Another thing about your Spyderco knives. Great collection. You are still missing one knife though. That's the next one you buy, no matter what it is. LOL

Ron Cooper said:

Here is my most recent acquisition. A Spyderco Native with black FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon) and black DLC (Diamond Like Coating) blade. As a bonus it bears the unofficial insignia of the 10th Special Forces Group imprinted on the pile side of the blade. (Props to Charles Sample for pointing me in the right direction to identify this insignia)...

The ergonomics of this knife are amazing. Compared to my normal Spyderco EDC knife, the Paramilitary 2, the Native is relatively small. But in my hand it is oh, so sweet! Rather than waste my time (and yours) in a futile effort to articulate the way this knife feels in my hand, I will simply proffer a single word: Perfection!

As you can see by its markings it was made in Golden, Colorado. The Home of Spyderco knives. Listed below are some of this knife's features:

Single blade folding knife

Ergonomic handle with special features to for a secure, no-slip grip

3.13” blade constructed of hollow ground CPM S30V steel

Locking lever locking mechanism with David Boye Dent safety

This knife came to me by way of an Ebay auction in which my winning bid was approximately 1/3 the MSRP for the same knife, new. I should hasten to add that, despite appearing in new condition, the knife was listed as used. Nonetheless, I almost feel guilty that I got this fantastic knife so cheaply. Not! I think the operative word is "almost."

Permalink Reply by Jack Haskins, Jr. on September 1, 2013 at 10:06

Here are my Spyderco knives as of 9/1/13. I'm sorry about the blurry pictures. If you want to see them clearly you can buy them. hehe NOT MINE, get your own! hehehe

Chaparral 2

Sage4: I stonewashed the blade and bolsters. Scales are kirinite "black mother of pearl" (not real MOP).

Dragonfly2: I made a new handle for this knife and needed to cut screw slots in the pin heads. Normally they are smooth. Believe it or not Spyderco's original handle is better than mine (lol) so I put it back on. Mine did work perfectly though. I just used ugly, cheap material for my first try so it is now in the box (ugly handle coffin). lol

Bradley Folder (previously called the Gayle Bradley) I think the name was changed due to more Spyderco/Bradley collaborations. I have to say I think everyone on planet earth needs to own one of these folding knives if you WORK with folding knives. This thing is a tank. THICK liners. The only problem is it's too dang pretty to drop in the dirt and stuff. But, after the first scratch it doesn't matter (like a new car lol). So, buy one, put a good scratch on it on purpose then take it to work. The CPM-M4 blade will STAY sharp about as long as any steel around. Pretty easy to sharpen also. GREAT KNIFE. If I don't stop now I'll start boring you. Or maybe that already happened. :)

Manbug: This is the G-10/ss bolster handle with the ZDP-189 blade from the FRN/ZDP model. I ground the blade spine to the shape of the Spyderco Jester knife. I put green bone scales on the handle.