Civilian

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Differences between "old" and "new"? Different design for SEALS? GIN = 440A? I have a friend that is looking for a Civilian for his collection. I didnt know alot about it. TIA
 
I saw two "Civilian's" this weekend. One G-10, the other metal handle. I can direct you there way if you need me to.
Blades
 
You are on the right track, here...blades for the older version of Civilian were marked GIN-1 (G-2 steel) and came in serrated and plain-edge configurations.
Newer production blades are ATS-55, and only available in serrated blade.

Both old and new were made with aluminum handles w/kraton inserts and as G-10 handled-models.

If there are any other variants, I don't have them in my collection.
Brian
 
I also read somewhere in this forum that there is a possibility of the alum handled Civilian being discontinued...

For me, the the Civilian is one of Spydie's ne plus ultra folders...
 
I think there should always be a Civilian! Refinements, Great - always welcome when done the Spyderco way. Discontinue - NEVER!!!
 
Bob - I agree with you. Civilians are needed by some groups and will probably alwys be available. Small quantities, very little promotion, but available. Current plan is to discontinue the Aluminum version in Y2K (batches in the future are possible) and continue the G10 version.
sal
 
I've been trying to find a place to buy a Civillian but can't find 'em online and Spyderco's website doesn't mention anything about the Civillian. What gives?

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"Little strokes fell great oaks." --Benjamin Franklin
 
Cybeq:
There are several vendors who can supply a Civilian on the web. Knifecenter of the Internet lists both the alum. & the G-10 handled models.
You can also contact several other vendors via email and see what they can get for you. Knifecenter isn't my only source (usually I choose from 4 or so). email if you want some other sources to try.
Brian
 
Cybeq,

I'll tell you where I bought my Civilian if you send me email.

[This message has been edited by Bob Irons (edited 11 April 1999).]
 
I saw the Civilian just the other day for the first time, at the Knife Center of the Internet. O' MY GAWD!!! That is by far the wickedest looking ... 'tool' that I have seen in my life. It put a chill on the back of even my neck! And I'm a knife knut. It is definitely on my list 'needs'.

O_D
 
Sal,it gladens my heart to hear that you won`t give up the civilian.I own two but,one can never be too safe. Stay safe,

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I just got an E-mail from a rep at Spyderco and it stated that although the Civillian is very much available it is not advertised. I'm assuming that's because of it's "wicked" appearance. It's not a very politically correct knife. But I'm thankful I live in a country where we still have companies courageous enough to buck the trend and manufacture products such as the Civillian.

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"Little strokes fell great oaks." --Benjamin Franklin
 
Despite its "wicked" appearance, the Civilian can be a highly functional safety tool. It excells at SAFELY extricating accident victims from seat belts. The curved blade lets you get under belts, webbing, etc., while doing no harm to victim and the cutting power is awesome.

Mike
 
Yeah, and that oh-so-fine point can easily be worked in behind a TIGHT seat belt, such as may occur with the vehicle upside-down and the occupant "hanging in the straps."

O_D
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[This message has been edited by Outlaw_Dogboy (edited 14 April 1999).]
 
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