Spyderco has plenty of models with good belly. You could also get just about any model with partial or full serrations. As for the needle tips that is model specific, something like the PM2 does have a thin tip, other models even like the Delica and Endura have that drop at the very tip to make it wider and stronger. Plenty of other spydies have stronger tips too. I personally think the benefits of a precise tip far out ways the negative. And really, if your not trying to pry with the tip or doing something dumb like stabbing concrete/metal your tip will be fine.
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Spyderco has plenty of models with good belly. You could also get just about any model with partial or full serrations. As for the needle tips that is model specific, something like the PM2 does have a thin tip, other models even like the Delica and Endura have that drop at the very tip to make it wider and stronger. Plenty of other spydies have stronger tips too. I personally think the benefits of a precise tip far out ways the negative. And really, if your not trying to pry with the tip or doing something dumb like stabbing concrete/metal your tip will be fine.
Cult following? Spyderco is hardly an obscure, niche product, and Spyderco fans have plenty of reasons to like them. Hey, I'm not a fan of Spyderco design, but I know they are quality, accessible knives. Kinda exactly the opposite of a "cult" item.
And are you saying you wont carry Spyderco because they only offer "...needle point knives with no serration or belly"? Have you looked at Spyderco's line? They do have their "own" serrations, you know.
Back to the OP...SPpyderco designs very rarely "work" for me, but they are wildly popular among people who know knives...and that's because they are good.
If you want a similar sized Spyderco knife, I would suggest the dragonfly 2. It is well made and one of my favorite designs. Many different color and steel choices.
If you like to take apart your knives though, I would stay away from Spyderco products as, aside from the pocket clip/ screws, they do not stock replacement parts for any of their knives. So if you strip or damage one you would be SOL. Heck, even adjusting your pivot screw will void the warranty on them.
If you like to take apart your knives though, I would stay away from Spyderco products as, aside from the pocket clip/ screws, they do not stock replacement parts for any of their knives. So if you strip or damage one you would be SOL. Heck, even adjusting your pivot screw will void the warranty on them.
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Not to get off topic, but I would have to agree that spyderco has a cult following.
My first actual pocket knife was a native 3. I have since amassed a wicked collection. I have benchmade knives, kershaws, kabars, etc... I love my spyderco blades, they are some of the best designed tools on the market, and I can't think of a single brand (besided becker fixed blades) that have such a fervent following from people that own them.
I guess having a dedicated and zealous fanbase is just a side effect of producing a decent product.
My first actual pocket knife was a native 3. I have since amassed a wicked collection. I have benchmade knives, kershaws, kabars, etc... I love my spyderco blades, they are some of the best designed tools on the market, and I can't think of a single brand (besided becker fixed blades) that have such a fervent following from people that own them.
I guess having a dedicated and zealous fanbase is just a side effect of producing a decent product.
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Careful, I can feel the foam starting at my mouth.
Spyderco is a weird brand, not many people like the designs of them, but convert when they carry them. It's to the person though, I had a PM2 and I never carried it. Ended up trading the sucker for a Benchmade. I'm also about to trade that Benchmade, and I'm keeping my Gayle Bradley.
I suggest you find a store in which you can handle these knives.