Direction Change?

Except for a few models(millie, para, chinook, p'kal, civilian) I think that a lot of others spydies are utilitarian. I just hope that they continue to make at least some models suited for defense(I don't like the word "tactical").
 
I think as a business model there are a lot more sales to be made by offering more than one type of tool. Further I think spyderco has the bases substantially covered in terms of SD/tactical blades and has a lot of room to address other uses for knives.

I really doubt that the Endura, Delica, Mil, Para, P'kal or any of the other fantastic "tac" knives are going anywhere. Further the announcement of the Mil2, and PMil2 indicates that this market segment will not be ignored and certainly not forgotten.
 
I'd prefer them to focus on what I like, clipless midlock gent's knives with stainless bolsters and natural material scales. Problem is, I know they'd go bankrupt doing it. Bottom line, they need to focus on whatever will sell best. By doing so, hopefully, they'll have enough extra funds to risk doing a few that I will like. If today's world dictates utility, tactical, or fantasy knives, then so be it - that's what they need to focus on.

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I feel like they are incorporating more non tacti knives into the lineup, which I think is a good thing. I am not a big fan of the tactial knives, even though I do own some. As trends change, spyderco is probably trying to address that with the new handle colors and slipits. Drumming up new business while still making the loyal happy. I for one, dont think the market for tacti knives will ever go away, but to an extent I do not think they are the rave anymore as years past.
 
In reality, I don't worry about knives offered by Spyderco that are of no interest to me. As long as there is one or more models that want, I'm good with that. A company has to follow the trends to survive. By selling to the masses, they're able to offer products to the niche markets. It makes good sense to me:thumbup:
 
Great responses, thank you everyone. I have to admit, for a couple minutes after reading the comment in the other thread, I felt a bit bummed out. However, I do realize and fully comprehend that global economic trends dictate changes. It's all around these days.

I am not one for the "Saturday Evening Mall Ninja" items at all. I do like my knives to be purposeful in everyday life. I would be saddened to see some of my favorites get shelved though, no question. I'd love to see the Military, Para, Endura/Delica, etc continue to evolve. It's almost like watching a kid growing up.

EDIT: As it stands, the word tactical has been burned out, like a popular song on the radio. It's been used and abused.
 
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I believe that "tactical" knives are what drive advancement in blade steels, locks, etc, and that those advancements trickle down to utility and gent's knives. For that reason, I like that Spyderco stays ahead of the curve when it comes to heavy use designs and materials.
 
That a knife makes a decent weapon doesn't make it a bad design for other uses.
Apart from the P'kal, Civilian and Matriarch most Spydercos are great utility folders. The Military is imho one of the best general purpose folders ever made. If I wanted something tactical I'd carry a gun;)
 
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