A New C-44 big Dyad?

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JD Spydo

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One of my all time favorite Spyders was the full sized C-44 big Dyad model. To me it was the total epitome of what Spyderco is to the cutlery world.

For those of you all new to the scene the Dyad model was Spyderco's only full sized, double bladed model. It has one clip point, plain edged blade and one sheepsfoot blade with a convex bend to it. Both blades are highly useful and the knife is truly the best of both Spyder-worlds.

I've been lobbying for an H-1 Salt Series Dyad for some time now. However the enthusiasm that I saw at first has sort of died off. But now what I would like to see even more would be a hard use C-44 big Dyad with either VG-10 or one of the other great Japanese supersteels.

The original micarta handle is great but I would like to see a lanyard hole or even some type of metal device to accomodate a lanyard. A glassbreaker would be a cool idea for a new big Dyad.

The big C-44 model is truly one of the top 3 best Spyders ever made IMO. I know that there are some of you who agree with me. Who else would like to see the return of the C-44 and what would you like to see changed if anything over the original model?
 
I'd love to see the return of the large Dyad and there's nothing I'd really want to change, VG10 seems like the obvious steel choice. I'm a big fan of Micarta but G10 slabs would work for me too.

Bo
 
I would be really joyous if they did a Sprint Run of the C-44 Dyad with a CF handle, some extremely exotic blade steel like ZDP-189 and any other bells and whistles that would enhance this great past model. The collector potential would be huge for such a sprint run.

But I also know deep in my gut with the huge respect that model has attained over the years I'm quite certain that it could be a huge seller for the company. Especially with the "prepper and preparedness" movements throughout the country. It's not only because it's got 2 of the best blade designs but it also has potential to be a very pracitical and useful tool for coming hard times.

The C-44 big Dyad is truly the best lost classic Spyder ever IMO. I just hope any new rendition has a lanyard set up. Mainly because it would be a great knife for boating and fishing. It's also a backpacker's dream folder.
 
A large Dyad, with antique stag handles, nickel silver bolsters, and super blue blades. Tell me that would not make an awesome sprint, 600 pieces. :)
 
RevDevil said:
A large Dyad, with antique stag handles, nickel silver bolsters, and super blue blades. Tell me that would not make an awesome sprint, 600 pieces. :)
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I'm personally not a huge fan of stag handles but there are many like yourself out there and I have no doubt that idea would be a "HOME RUN" for sure. I tend to like the really grippy handles like G-10, Micarta ect,.. If they produced such an animal I would probably get one because of my deep love for the C-44 Dyad.

I think Spyderco could do sprint runs in 4 or 5 different handle materials and they would all sell like new computer games.

This knife is such a great "USER" that I believe that anyone who would try one would be blown away by it.
 
I'd be interested, but only if Spyderco made both left and right hand versions of it. Doesn't seem like it would be a big deal, the blades would still be oriented the way they are now, their locations within the "sandwich" of scale - blade/lock combination - center divider - blade/lock combination - scale would just be shuffled. As it stands, the Dyads are not lefty friendly. Not a big deal with the micro, since it's more of a two hand opener anyway due to it's size, but a major deal breaker with the C44.
 
Yellow G10, H1 blades with one blade from the Atlantic Salt SE + 1 blade from the Pacific Salt PE + lock back guts.
By using existing production shapes Spyderco would not even have to grind new blades, this would cut down the cost of a sprint run.
 
RevDevil said:
A large Dyad, with antique stag handles, nickel silver bolsters, and super blue blades. Tell me that would not make an awesome sprint, 600 pieces. :)
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If you insist. That would not make an awesome sprint. ;)

The amount of new tooling required for what you describe would make a Sprint Run very expensive. Probably well over Sebenza money. Possibly a lot over. As much as I'd like to see a new C44, the farther you stray from the original, the less likely it is to happen. We'll be lucky to see one in VG-10 with G-10 instead of Micarta.
 
I knew you would chime in Jack. In my humble view, the Dyad is a knife that makes a perfect platform for those materials. Should it appear again, I would be interested and would make a purchase.
 
The problem I see (aside from the pricetag) is adding bolsters and natural material scales means adding liners as well, and all that means adding thickness and weight to the knife. The thing I disliked most about the Byrd Wings was the thickness - it was just too bulky for pocket carry for me. The Dyad is quite slim by comparison. While I'd like to see it return, bulking it up to Buck 110 proportions would kill it for me.

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I see what you mean. Hmm, I think I might have to try for the new Delica sprint that is out before they are all done until a large Dyad comes along. I really wanted one and missed the boat on those.
 
Keep it simple.... FRN handle with either VG10 or H1 steel. That would work for me. If you want to change something, do FRN in a different colour.
 
Andre said:
Keep it simple.... FRN handle with either VG10 or H1 steel. That would work for me. If you want to change something, do FRN in a different colour.
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Absolutely NOT!! One of the great things about the original C-44 Dyad was the beautiful Micarta handle scales. VG-10 I wouldn't be opposed to and as a matter of fact I would love it because it is about the best mainline steel out there ( not supersteel). H-1 would be great on a Salt Series Dyad which I've also asked for.

Now I wouldn't at all mind a color change. A dark blue or dark green or even a neat looking blue-green color would be great>> burgundy would also look great. But no that knife is deserving of a Micarta handle. That would be almost putting an FRN handle on an Ayoob or a Lum ( GOD Forbid!!!)
 
Not to mention that, while there may be sufficient demand to revive the C44 on a limited basis, I doubt it would be great enough to warrant the expense of a mold for an FRN handle.
 
The Deacon said:
Not to mention that, while there may be sufficient demand to revive the C44 on a limited basis, I doubt it would be great enough to warrant the expense of a mold for an FRN handle.
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Again to me it would almost be disrespectful to put an FRN handle on a knfie of that caliber. It would be like putting an FRN handle on a Lum Tanto folder. There are just simply some Spyders that were never meant to take on the appearance of a "hard use" knife. Not that the Dyad isn't suitable for hard use because GOD knows I've used mine for some pretty mean jobs. But that would be like the president of the United States wearing hippie clothes or something to that effect.

But again a color change would be very inticing. Micarta looks super in different colors. VG-10 or any of the Crucible steels would be great or even any of Hitachi's supersteels would be fine by me. I would also hope for a lanyard hole in a new one.
 
JD Spydo said:
VG-10 or any of the Crucible steels would be great or even any of Hitachi's supersteels would be fine by me. I would also hope for a lanyard hole in a new one.
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Bail, attached on one of the pivots, might be feasible, but I don't see any way a lanyard hole could be incorporated. As for steel, the Japanese consider even the finest non-Japanese steel inferior, simply because they're not made in Japan. They'd be fine making it in AUS-6, but would be insulted if asked to use S90V.
 
Hi JD,

It's certainly worth discussion. We need to select some sprints for next year.

sal
 
Well, a Sprint Run C-44 in VG-10 or ZDP-189 with polished G-10 scales would certainly get my vote, and my money.
 
yablanowitz said:
Well, a Sprint Run C-44 in VG-10 or ZDP-189 with polished G-10 scales would certainly get my vote, and my money.
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I would stick with VG10. Polished G10 is good as well as micarta, black, dark green or very dark blue.
I am in for one.
 
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