Goddard Lightweight in plain edge?

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thaddeus

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Sal, the best lightweight folder that Spyderco has ever produced is the Goddard Lightweight. Many people here and elsewhere agree with me. I could go on about what makes it such a great design, but I want to get to the point:
Many people, even though they agree that the Goddard Lightweight is the best design, REFUSE to buy one because it is only offered in comboedge. I bought one for running and such, and I suffer through with the comboedge because I only use it for emergencies and defense. But, I might just buy one for every day use if it were offered in PLAIN EDGE. Many thousands would agree with me
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Some have even gone to using an inferior design (pardon my strong opinion) and use an Endura 98 just because it comes in plain edge.

When are we gonna see a Goddard Lightweight in plainedge?! The masses are demanding it!

thanks
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thaddeus
 
I now see that this subject of a plain edge Ligthweight Goddard was touched upon earlier in another thread. I had banned myself from the forums for a week and had therefore not seen the other thread. I have been waiting all week out of discipline to ask that question so I posted it immediatly upon getting back from my BioChem midterm.
As I said, I am obviously not alone in this need for a plain edge Lightweight Goddard!
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Please keep us up to date as to when we can get those Goddard Lightweights in plain edge (I am trying to say that phrase as many times as I can to subliminally program you to make more...Goddard Lightweight in plain edge...Goddard Lightweight in Plain edge....).

Sincerely, the Goddard Lightweight (in plain edge!) is truly a masterpiece in a zytel folder.

Please tell us when and where to get them!

thanks,
thaddeus
 
Thaddeus:

I would like you to elaborate on your reasons for preferring the Goddard Lightweight over the 98 Endura. Two aspects are obvious: belly and tip strenth. How do you feel about the Endura handle? Pretty darned comfy, don't you think? Do you think the Goddard handle is better?

I, for one, would buy a plain-edge Goddard. Don't know if I'll end up preferring it over the Endura though.

David Rock
 
For my folders and knives, I always defer to the handle first, as I think the handle and it's overall ergonomics are the most important part of a knife (once again, for my personal uses).

I have to keep this short, which is tough for me to do. Basically, the Goddard handle is, as far as the guard is concerned, the exact opposite of the Endura. The Endura has the big hump that serves as an upper guard (which is not that helpful on a thrust) and IMHO, is a "pain in the thumb" when used as a thumb rest for hard work.
The Goddard is just the opposite. It has a natural guard (low) that is perfectly useful to stop the hand from sliding up during a stab. The hump is on the bottom rather than the top. This leaves a knice comfy place to put the thumb on the back of the handle while working and push cutting.
Also, the Goddard as a good forward cant, sorta like the AFCK, and can deal out a mean snap-cut because of this forward cant, coupled with the greater tip weight of the Goddard, which creates more momentum.
The handle of the Goddard very comfy for me, and IMHO, very tactical with it's curve. The Goddard's has an excellent guard (for a production folder), a deep index area, and the handle tapers outward from the index groove to the pommel, so that one may retain the knife during slashing as well as thrusting. The fingers settle solidly into the index area, providing a good grip with little slippage forward or backward.
That is just a start, but I really don't want to write a full out review right now. The blade, IMHO is also superior for the reasons that you listed, but for my uses of a knife, which are usually include heavy whittling style work (need a plain edge!), a fair amount of cooking (need a plain edge!!!) and a high priority for defense, I always look to the handle first, and the blade second, because without a good handle, the blade is useless, IMHO.
The handle and ergonomics of the Goddard, especially for defense, in my valid yet humble opinion, kick butt all over the Endura.

JMHO,
thaddeus
 
The Goddard design is a refinement of an earlier Goddard design called "Odin's Claw". It was a "classic" design back in the days when Wayne Goddard was a "Stock removal" maker. Wayne felt it would make a good Clipit. I think most would agree he was right.
sal
 
I must say that I really like the Goddard Lightweight, and my girlfriend, who bought it, really likes it to. The blade is about the most robust I have seen on a 3.5" folder, but the handle is just a little lacking in my book. For the record, I do like the handle on the Benchmade Ascent better because it allows for more grips, more comfortably. It may be that I have funny shaped hands (which I do) but the Ascent just has a "meatier" grip. My girlfriend has hands that are pretty big for a girl, but much smaller and more delicate than mine, and she finds that the grip on the Goddard is just fine. Overall, the Godderd lightweight is the superior product, as it comes with a better finished blade, and sturdier design than the Ascent, but it does really scream for a plainedge. (BTW, My GF does like the "cute little sharky teeth" on hers.)

YeK
 
Thaddeus: Thanks for taking the time to respond. I like your attention to detail, and your clarity of expression.

Gracias,
David Rock
 
David and Nakano: Thanks for the "thanks". I am pleased to write things like that as long as someone is listening and I am not just blowing hot air. Your "thanks" make it well worth that while that at least it was helpful.

thaddeus
 
I love the Goddard Ltwt.

And I had an e-mail conversation with AG Russell where he said that it was one of his favorites too.

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Can't say enough good things about my C16. Spyderco's best kept secret. I think the handle ergonomics are great, the blade width and length ratio are optimum, the steel is superb, it is very flat and lite weight, the spine stays in line with ones wrist when thrusting so you can load up real well, and the volcano texture of the handle makes for a sure grip. I sharpened mine on my Lansky diamond hone at 20 deg. and it is absolutely hands down scary sharp! I would love to get a PLAIN blade version. Anyone knows where one is let me know at dbw@frontiernet.net.
Keep'em sharp.
 
Plain edge version of the Goddard liteweight should be available in 60 to 90 days. (Great, another SKU). You may want to place your orders with whomever you purchase Spyderco from...early shipments will more than likely be sold out in advance. backorders end up taking several months to "catch up".

Any opinions on the Goddard Jr.?

sal
 
I like the C16. I like the C16BK even better.

Someone mentioned the excellent defensive nature of this model.

Since so many people wear leather jackets, why not a fully serrated version?


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Ron Knight

Yeah I'm crazy, but what do you want me to do about it
 
Sal - I just purchased a micarta Goddard Jr. and like it a lot. Put me down for a lightweight Jr. if you make one - esp. in plain-edge.

Kelly
 
I have my Goddard Lightweight for 3 weeks now, I would have purchased it a lot sooner except fot the combo edge. I ended up buying it on looks alone as I hadn't seen any reviews on it, and decided I would live with the edge. When it arrived I was surprised to see it was so large, for some reason I expected a smaller unit. After using it for a while I have come to appreciate the combo edge there have been tasks around the yard that a plain edge would not have tackled so well and boy does it make slicing tomatoes easy. All in all I am very happy with my choice and will wait for the Starmate to have a mate for it in plain edge.
 
If one of you internet dealers would post when one of these plain edge pieces comes in, or let me know if I could get on a possible list, it would be very helpful.

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