Does this knife exist........

[ONE HARD PLAYER]

As some of you already know I am new to this forum and to knives in general. I am looking for a nife for casual carry / everyday use, but I prefer a larger blade than most do for everyday knives. I mean I don't currently carry a knife on a regular basis, but while looking at knives to purchase, I have decided that I want a knife in the 3 to 4 inch blade area. In airports etc, I just won't carry a knife. I have asked about the Military Model in my previous posts, but after looking at knives, I think I might be more happy with a Spyderco with a stainless steel handle. I know that G-10 is a proven material, and I understand that its benefits include better grip and lighter wieght. However, I prefer the look of the stainless and I don't mind the extra wieght. For my use I think that the stainless will be better for me. I won't rule out G-10, but I would rather have the stainless handle. I have also heard a lot of good things about CPM 440 stainless steel for blades. I think that the Military Model would be great for me if it came in a stainless handle model. I still haven't seen the Military Model in person, and I have heard so many good things about it, so I haven't ruled it out. So, with all of this being said, here is my question.... Does Spyderco make a folder with a blade length ranging somewhere between 3 and 4 inches (or close to it) with a CPM 440 blade and a stainless steel handle?

 

[masse]

i carried a stainless serrated police for quite a while and loved it...hope this helps.

 

[Blades]

First let me say "welcome" to the forums!

I think the only knife in that size was the Bladeforums.com blue G-10 handle Native. I don't think there is one with a steel handle. We'll get a confirmation here soon.


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[This message has been edited by Blades (edited 01-18-2001).]

 

[shootist16]

The stainless Native has AUS-10, which I have to say I have been very impressed with. I carry a Native II in my daily rotation.

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[toothed]

Check out the Police or Endura models with stainless steel handles. You'll have your choice of plain or serrated edge.

Although heavier than G-10 versions, these ss models are very comfortable for IWB carry they're smoother and thinner. I find the Endura more useful for general cutting chores while the Police seem to be more suitable for self-defense purposes.

Of course there are comparable knives by other manufacturers but it's hard to beat the price/quality/performance/design of Sypderco's. P.S., I don't work for them. I hope this gives you a starting point as there are many others.

 

[tique]

I don't know of any model that fits exactly what you are looking for. Try either the Lum Tanto that I have heard so many good things about or the Military, which I know first hand kicks ass.

Spyderco is THE best buy IMHO for quality knives and excellent customer service.

 

[WTFOver]

While the C07 Police blade is slightly over top end of your size limit, mine are ATS-55 and you asked for CPM 440. If this is not a problem for you then I would highly recommend that you look at the serrated blade model C07S and even better still there are a few around that are Blak-Ti coated. This slightly enhances grip and also makes the knife much less noticeable when clipped in the waistband or pocket. The thin profile is perfect for IWB carry. I have carried one of these daily for many years and just love them. While I always carry 2 or 3 knives and rotate between several different models and makers. However my Blak-Ti Police is my “American Express” knife – I don’t leave home without it. I own 4 now and they have served me well.

A Police IWB, a Civilian under my arm, and a Matriarch in the rear pocket and I’m a walking advertisement for the best of ATS-55.


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[Blades]

If you must have 440V and a metal handle, then I think you need a Kershaw Boa. It's not a Spyderco, but it does have the assited opening.


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[Flood]

The answer to your question is NO. There are NO Spyderco knives with a stainless steel handle and a CPM440V blade. Only G-10 models (notably a Military, with a 3 7/8" blade, a Starmate, with a 3 3/4" blade, and the limited edition G-10 Natives, with a 3 1/8" blade) sport this premium steel. The only exception happens to be the FRN Native (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon, which is a plastic-like handle frequently compared with Zytel) which is an excellent value with this premium steel.

Stainless steel handled blades in the Spyderco line usually come with an ATS-55 blade, which is considered very good quality, but obviously less so and less expensive than CPM440V.

Maybe you should reconsider your choice of a SS handle, since there are so many great knives out there, and G-10 really works out very nice. Otherwise, if I would ever get a SS knife from Spyderco, I would get the Police model. Still, this goes against your specifications since it sports a 4 1/8", ATS-55 blade. I would also consider the Rookie, which is a smaller version of the Police model and sports a 3 1/8", ATS-55 blade. Consider also the SS Native, with a 3 1/8", AUS-10 blade.

Hope this helps!

-Flood

 

[tique]

Well, I guess if all else fails, you could contact the warranty department and ask if it would be possible to buy 2 natives and have the blades switched on them, either by the factory or by you. I am not sure if they are 100% identical as they are manufactured in very different places, but it can't hurt to ask.