Feedback on 4 newcomers . . .

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HiltonP

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My feedback on the four latest pictorial offerings from Spyderco . . .

1. The Native Chief - Impressive, looks to be more versatile than the shorter bladed version, clean profile when closed (nothing to snag) a natural extension of the big-brother-little-brother theme popular in many of the product lines. Though the blade grind hints of a "tactical" lineage it looks to be a good all-round performer.

2. The Calypso Jr. lightweight - Not sure about the fish scale pattern or the their reflective surfaces (personal taste), would have gone for a more matt look. Like the two-tone effect of burgundy & black, worth trying on other designs. Micarta Calypso Jr. is slightly heavy & needs a lighter brother, but I'm still happy with my micarta version.

3. The SpyderCard - Seems to be aimed as a budget / low-cost piece. Is it pressed / blanked out ? Practical / no-frills finish, neat design, probably good for airline carry / office use (around sensitive folks). Possibilities for corporate logos, club badges, etc. Could also be included in an "emergency pack" (mirror polish the one side for reflecting).

4. The Ulu - Stretching-the-envelope stuff !! Unlikely to make it to the top of the sales charts, but never intended to. Difficult to assess without handling personally.

Regards, HILTON
 
The chief and the lightweight calypso jr. Are both really nice additions in my opinion. Especially the Chief. Beautiful. I cannot make any recomendations for improving them other then hurry up and get them in the stores. (I like the scales on the Calypso, are they in fact shiny or was that just a result of flash and/or camera angle?Mat finish of the same pattern would be nicer than glossy)

The spydie card is interesting, I would buy one because I cannot resist these kind of gadgets. Would be useful for traveling.

The Ulu, is an interesting concept, however I would have to agree with some of the comments made by other forumites. I think that making the 'tool' so that it could be dismantled and cleaned (and sharpened) frequently, without causing premature wear would be a great improvement. If the blade could be extended further, it would be more appealing to me too.
 
I had the same thought as Hilton regarding the Calypso Jr. lightweight. I find they look nice in the pic, but I'm suspicious ... do they really look as good in real life, or does the fish scaling look cheesey? Sometimes shiney plastics look a lot better or worse in real life than in pictures. James, any comments on the aesthetics?

Joe
 
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