Gayle Bradley at Bladesports

When I heard about cutting fourteen ropes I didn't realize it was with one fell swoop.

That's pretty impressive! At the same time, it's a pretty select crowd that will gather to watch men cut things up!:rolleyes:
 
Hi all, it is absolutely fascinating to watch them chop 2x4's and then go split a measly plastic straw with their blades...Those choppers/slicers are an awesome blade...

I really hope there will be a collaboration/production, M4 fixed blade, G.B./Spyderco in the works at some point soonish....
 
That is impressive to say the least. It would be tough getting a solid slice through a couple ropes, much less 14 in a bunch. Cool vid, thanks for posting.
 
If you guys are interested, here is a post by Gayle Bradley on the Spyderco forum about his competition knives and his collaboration:

GGB0308 said:
First of all, thank you for your interest in my Spyderco collaboration. I thought I would address some questions I have read on the forums.

I chose a hollow grind because it gives you a thinner edge with less resistance to the material being cut.​

The blade material (CPM M4) is so tough and strong it will allow for a very thin edge and still have ample strength for a rough use knife. (My competition knives have an edge thickness of about .014 before the sharpening bevel is ground.)​

The blade has belly from tip to ricasso for better cutting ability in most cases.​

The tip is slightly thicker for additional strength.​

The handle is large enough to accomodate any hand size and most types of grips.​

Some dimensions not covered in the spec sheet are: liners are .068; blade is .120; thickness is .517.​

Because of the size of the knife and thickness of the liner material, I chose carbon fiber to reduce weight and add furher strength.​

One last thing about CMP M4, it is not stainless, but I have found that applying silicone to the blade will prevent most corrosion and stains.

Thank you for your interest in my work-horse design and your trust in Spyderco knives.

Stay sharp,
Gayle Bradley
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I did see that post the other day, I thought it was a classy move for Gayle to pop in and say a few things about his collab. I really want this new knife, I just may have to put yet another dent in the old CC.
Thx
 
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