Dodo as a User Knife?

[videl]

I have an orange dodo sprint that is a dedicated user at work (industrial electrical), paired with my delica 4 there is nothing that cannot be cut. The delica is used when I need to cut something straight on a flat surface but the dodo makes an excellent working knife:

-I have found it exceptional for stripping the ends of large cable - double insulated xlpe etc - running the recurve around the circumference of the cable then using the tip to cut down the side and pick the insulation off without damaging the copper cores.
-Great for opening any kind of packaging, plastics soft or hard, cardboard, tape
-Very secure and ergonomic grip, can put some serious force behind a cut without fear of the knife slipping, this is due to handle design not materials used
-It is not hard to sharpen, its actually trivial using the sharpmaker and corners of the rods
-Heavy duty lock that is simple to operate with proper lubrication and pivot tension - I can flick/drop close mine one handed (lube and locktite was required)
-Small blade suitable for use in public, gets attention for the right reasons
-Fine tip is great for precise work, making delicate incisions or picking at things
-Nice and light - no added bulk in the toolbelt or pocket
-Orange is great colour for a dedicated tool, people friendly and easy to find, it gets dirty quick but dirty orange is still orange

Long story short take it out of the box and see for yourself how useful it really is !

 

[1234]

Maybe I´m wrong here but I always thought of it as a small MBC folder , and not necessarily an EDC champion.

I don´t have one myself but if I had I would carry it as a MBC type knife , with the option to use it for everyday cutting chores
when they arise.

1234,,,

 

[BigBill5953]

The Dodo has a specific user need. It excels at opening clam packaging, boxes, and rope or webbing. If you're looking for for of an overall EDC blade, the Para 2 is a top choice.

What's a thread without pics??

 

[jasonp]

How can a knife nut NOT want one of these:

I think if you sell it, you're going to regret it. I did a review on it here: http://centavogear.blogspot.com/2012/04/spyderco-orange-dodo-sprint-c80gor.html

 

[nccole]

How can a knife nut NOT want one of these:

I think if you sell it, you're going to regret it. I did a review on it here: http://centavogear.blogspot.com/2012/04/spyderco-orange-dodo-sprint-c80gor.html

I can admit, I have no interest in the Dodo. I love Spyderco, but that just does nothing for me.

 

[NinjaRyder0920]

I think if you sell it, you're going to regret it. I did a review on it here: http://centavogear.blogspot.com/2012/04/spyderco-orange-dodo-sprint-c80gor.html

I agree. I did have the orange sprint, sold it, and did regret it...until I found a great price on the CF Dodo! :thumbup:

 

[jasonp]

I agree. I did have the orange sprint, sold it, and did regret it...until I found a great price on the CF Dodo! :thumbup:

I may have to get one of the CF's.

 

[JudasD]

I keep flip-flopping on the Dodos. I have added one to my cart a few times only to never actually pull the trigger. I just cant figure out why i dont actually get one.

JD