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Endura Wave in SS
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There are Wave's all over Ebay in VG10---unless the descriptions are wrong.
Opps---no G10 handle material though----it gets confusing sometimes
Opps---no G10 handle material though----it gets confusing sometimes
Let them finish what their working on already. I'm waiting on the Caly 3 and the P'Kal.
I would also like to eventually see a G10 Delica Wave although I have no complaints about the FRN model.
I am starting to appreciate the FRN for the fact that it seems to provide the perfect amount of friction on my pocket - Not so much that it shreds my pocket(Sharp G10), but not too little so that it easily slides off my pocket (Smooth SS). For this reason alone I now prefer FRN for my EDC. It also provides plenty of grip.
I would also like to eventually see a G10 Delica Wave although I have no complaints about the FRN model.
I am starting to appreciate the FRN for the fact that it seems to provide the perfect amount of friction on my pocket - Not so much that it shreds my pocket(Sharp G10), but not too little so that it easily slides off my pocket (Smooth SS). For this reason alone I now prefer FRN for my EDC. It also provides plenty of grip.
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I like the concept, but Mr.Blonde may be right on this one!
TIZWIN
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I have found that the judicious application of grey 3M stair tread tape adds the necessary traction to a SS Spyder handle, as good as that on a FRN handle, while retaining the heft, visual appeal, and the smooth opening.
The tape is cheap enough to experiment with various shapes; patches, blobs, wiggly worms, etc. It applies easily and removes with a good tug--yet it stays in place firmly. I've had the stuff on some of my SS Spydies for a couple of years with no sign of losing its adhesion.
There's also the engraving option. If done with sufficient relief, the carving adds a great deal of traction to the (formerly) smooth stainless steel. But it's a lot more expensive than the 3M tape.
The tape is cheap enough to experiment with various shapes; patches, blobs, wiggly worms, etc. It applies easily and removes with a good tug--yet it stays in place firmly. I've had the stuff on some of my SS Spydies for a couple of years with no sign of losing its adhesion.
There's also the engraving option. If done with sufficient relief, the carving adds a great deal of traction to the (formerly) smooth stainless steel. But it's a lot more expensive than the 3M tape.