DRAGONFLY/FIRST IMPRESSIONS

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Alan2112

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Let me start off by saying since the clip came along, I have gotten away from smaller knives(THANKS Spyderco). I have had a few smaller one hand opening knives. I've had the Gerber EZ Out Jr., Kershaw small Liner Lock, S&W Baby S.W.A.T., and the Spyderco Q. Those are all gone now. After less then two weeks with my new Dragonfly, I have to say it is the finest small folder I have had. I got the Zytel model with preferable plain edge. After pulling the Dragonfly out of the plain black box, I noticed it was'nt as sharp as I prefer. Steps 3 & 4 on the 204 SM had it easily shaving news paper. I have opened quite a few boxes since, and it is still able to shave news paper. The action was a little harder to smooth up with normal break in, then our other Spyders. At work I applied some Break Free. Since then I have been constantly opening and closeing it. Baby Spyder is now butter smooth. I get all the Break Free I want, thanks to us tax payers. My openion, its great for knives, and sucks for firearms. It drys out before any dust particles & other debris are attracted, but still leaves just enough film to do the job. If you choose to use this for arms, be prepared to relube at least every other week. This dragonfly has the usual Spyderco fit and finish, excellant. This one is a keeper! RKBA!
 
The Dragonfly is the best small folder I own. I have accumulated 5 of them in different configurations. If you like the zytel handled one, search out a carbonfiber version. This knife is gorgeous, light and uses ATS-55 steel. The stainless steel handled versions are also great! I also like the Calypso Jr. in my opinion it is very similar to the Dragonfly (kind of a bigger brother) with all the good qualities of the Dragonfly. ...Ed.
 
The Dragonfly is my favorite small folder, too. I use it for my travel knife when I don't no the laws. It's small enough that it should get by most anywhere, and has enough handle to do some serious cutting.

Paul
 
I just received my plain-edged zytel Dragonfly this evening. I must say I am impressed as well. I had a stainless steel version but just couldn't get used to the feel. My daily carry for a long, long, long time has been a zytel Delica so I am very used to the feel of that material. I sold the stainless Dragonfly (in fact, I think it was to Mr. Gordon) as nice as it was.

I already really appreciate this little bugger. It's small, light, and still has a lot of cutting ability. The only downsides on mine are that the plastic clip is REALLY tight and is difficult to clip to my jeans pocket. However, I'm sure that will get better with time. Also, the action isn't quite as smooth as my Delicas, Native, or Calypso Jr. But that will likely smooth out with use. I also added some CLP to the pivot area in the hopes it might speed along the process. It's by no means gritty, but not as silky as my other Spydies.

Overall, I'm once again impressed with the value of yet another knife in the Spyderco product line. Ounce for ounce, dollar for dollar, it doesn't get much better. I've owned many more expensive knives from other manufacturers but currently my folding knife collection is all Spydies!
 
I ususally have a stainless or Zytel handled dragonfly in my pants pocker as well. Excellent, non threatening knife.
 
I agree with Ed. The carbon fiber model is breathtaking. I don't take any chances with that one at airports. Some "person" might decide to confiscate my little jewel. I have a regular Zytel model for traveling. You just can't go to the store and buy another CF Dragonfly. They seem to be pretty rare. I bought the only one I've ever seen for sale.
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I agree 100% with everyone.
The Dragonfly, particularly the s/s or c/f version, are also the best-looking knives in the Spyderco line.
I think Will bought my c/f model, but I still have two s/s-plain edge.
One is in storage. The other is carried on weekends and air travel.
However, I'm the one that carries the "beautiful?" Toad daily to my office
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Bill
 
I like the ss Dragonfly for carrying because of its resistance to damage from keys/coins and low maintenance requirements. I've attached two key rings to the lanyard hole to improve gripping--a very small one in the handle hole and then a medium size one into that smaller ring. In use, I slip my pinkie into the larger ring--it makes the grip feel secure and the knife can be swung out of the way between cuts. I got the idea when studying the "bird and trout" type one-piece knife. A loop is designed at the end of the handle for the pinkie which enables the user to swing the knife out and away between cutting strokes without having to lay down the knife. It works for me.

My other Dragonfly (CF version) has never been carried--too pretty to risk damage or loss.
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It has a SpyderEdge but I'm still looking for a plain-edged version.
 
I have the CF Dragonfly in plain edge and really like it for air travel. If I recall correctly, I paid about $35 here on the knife sale forum. Good deal? I highly recommend the CF version if you can find one.

Actually, I do fly with the knife, but I always carry a self-addressed, stamped, padded envelope in my carry on bag just in case I run into some jerk at the airport security check.

I've been thinking about a SS version though--just because they're easier to find and could be replaced easier.
 
Because of this thread, I poked around a bit on eBay looking for a stainless version. Was shocked to see a Dragonfly with G-10 scales advertised. (I don't think such an animal exists--at least not outside of a Sal Glesser prototype or something.)

Anyway, someone is selling a Carbon Fiber Dragonfly. If you're interested, here's the URL: http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=560404128
 
Hi Guyon. You are correct in that we have never produced a G10 Dragonfly, not even a proto.

sal
 
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