A Chris Reeve-type titanium framelock folder.

DaveH said:
IMO, If Spyderco is gonna do this, then it should do such that the knife is clearly better then what's out there now. Which means better then s30v, ZDP-189. If that pushes the price up, then so be it. Otherwise, it's just another Ti framed. s30v, knife, and there are plently of those already.

Oh and it should have a pivot bushing. :p
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I think DaveH has the right idea here if this would be a regular production knife, a sprint run would be different. I have a Ti ATR that I carry alot but am very careful about who sees it open as it really draws attention due to it's size. So I would buy a smaller version of a Ti compression lock but after reading this thread I don't think most of the people pushing for this project would.

A Reeves' style integral framelock with a less than 3.5" blade of S125V would really be nice. I rotate carrying a large and small Sebbie so another framelock S30V knife would just be a safe queen which I don't like safe queen at my house.:D
 
Hi Joe,

Certainly we would want the model to be a "user". It's really disapointing to use 600 horsepower in a model and find that no one ever drives it.

I do have a plan for a 3" model that will incorporate a Reeve Integral Lock (RIL?) as part of a project. If that design is the one this thread ends up being, then my leaning is for limited production, maybe 100-200 pcs per month for as long as the market wants the model.

If we go with another design, or a variation of an existing design (eg: Titan D4 with RIL), then it would be a "sprint run".

sal
 
I would like a 2.9" with the Sebenza pivot and the Calypso Jr. blade shape in ZDP. Not sure I can add a lot to what's already been said but I would like a perforated handle like the Mayo's....
 
3" Flat ground drop point. It's OK If the grind doesn't go all the way up, that way it can have more strength (and go with a thicker stock). But please don't do a Saber grind, I think you'll loose a lot of cutting ability. A 3/16 pivot, with Bronze washers would be nice to see. A ParaMilitary II framelock or a Caly III framelock would be a great handle configuration. Also I don't care if it's a compression or frame lock.

I agree with you Sal, make it a user. But I really want it to be a Performer! Best of luck with the project!
 
Sal Glesser said:
I do have a plan for a 3" model that will incorporate a Reeve Integral Lock (RIL?) as part of a project. If that design is the one this thread ends up being, then my leaning is for limited production, maybe 100-200 pcs per month...
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Hi Sal, can you give us the gist of the model you are planning? I think most of us would be more interested in a optimized design for a Ti RIL lock knife than an adapted sprint run of an existing model. Maybe we could get some feedback/input on what you are already thinking about?
 
hey sal -ever heard of-kevin wilkins-
he stated here at bf that he has a small framelock ready for some corporate mass production-might want to send a email and see whats up-

quote from kw-

Forgot to mention earlier... I'd love to see a production version of the Leafstorm. I have complete CAD production drawings and If a company could handle the blades and the finances, I can supply all other parts in any quantity, right down to the screws. Depending on the run, I might be able to handle assembly and fit up too... oh, that would be cool....
 
Any type of folder you decide it to be - if it has big handle, make it large blade, too, please
 
Leafstorm is an excellent looking piece, IMO. And what's cooler is it already looks like a spyderco.

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what ever it turn out to be I hope it has a new oustanding design and/or execution.
 
I love frame locks but here is what I don't like about the Sebenza:
1. The blade is not full flat ground. IMHO if Spyderco does this, that is the first thing they should change.

2. All metal handle, the Sebenza is slippery and is not a good handle. G-10 would be better.

3. Too much upsweep on the tip. I would like to see a more Wahrncliff style blade.

4. Too heavy. The Sebenza is too heavy period.

5. Too expensive. I just don't think Sebenzas are worth $300. They are not much better than a Manix so why the huge price difference. I would pay $150 street for one but not $300 street.

6. Tiny little thunbstud. After useing Spydercos with the nice big hole, it is hard to try and go back to a tiny thumbstud that is slicker than snot.
 
I only request that you don't use bead blasted titanium..I have one bead blasted titanium knife and it scratches sooooo easily.

I want it to be very Spydery...I'd like to see a finger choil...and I don't mind if it's a compression framelock.

No doubt that it'll be a great knife.
 
Integral folder like the Lochsa, full flat ground drop point blade (with nice large spyder-hole) in ZDP189 or even M2, not S30V just to be different, more exotic new steels fine as well, compression lock, MBC rating, and don't forget a lanyard hole.
 
If I could pick a blade design just for me, not worrying about people living in more restrictive states I would take the blade right off the R2 , of course in a super steel and be very, very happy. To me it's absolutely perfect. I can live with most others but the R2 to me is special. In Titanium instead of aluminium the handle size would be perfect for me. (C67GYP model, "R", HE)
 
DaveH said:
Leafstorm is an excellent looking piece, IMO. And what's cooler is it already looks like a spyderco.

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what ever it turn out to be I hope it has a new oustanding design and/or execution.
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Yes Yes Yes...:thumbup:
 
Sal Glesser said:
Hi Joe,

Certainly we would want the model to be a "user". It's really disapointing to use 600 horsepower in a model and find that no one ever drives it.

I do have a plan for a 3" model that will incorporate a Reeve Integral Lock (RIL?) as part of a project. If that design is the one this thread ends up being, then my leaning is for limited production, maybe 100-200 pcs per month for as long as the market wants the model.

If we go with another design, or a variation of an existing design (eg: Titan D4 with RIL), then it would be a "sprint run".

sal
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Sal, I posted yesterday, not really thinking about what your planning. Afterward I when and looked at my Reeve's and Spydies. I was wondering if you could give us a little more direction.

Are you trying to make the finest folder Spyderco can make?

A Ti frame lock folder?

A real good user (you already make some of the best)?

What I'm getting to is what's the Point?

I would define a Sebenza as a spartain using knife made to a high level of quality along with cutting edge materials.

I would love to see a Spyderco see what they can do. Yes, by nature it will be expensive. But what I'd expect by a high level folder...
 
well if sal goes for the leafstorm- i claim dibs on one of the first sal-my idea so its only right-lol
 
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