Is it worth getting an expencive spyderco knife?

The Endura is a great knife as is its little brother the Delica. I prefer the size of the Endura for my needs. I never cared for the PM2, but I realize its a very popular model.

I would prefer the Police G10 model to the PM2, but thats just my preference.

None of those models are "expensive" in the realm of Bladeforums. I consider them to be a good value for what you get. I think you get more value in a $65 Spyderco Endura than I did in my $90 Griptillian. I consider them to be near equals in performance with the Benchmade being a little overpriced.
 
The three knives you mentioned; the Endura, Delica and PM2 are actually some of the best values in the knife world. You shouldn't hesitate to pick up one that appeals to you the most. You won't be disappointed. Fortunately, if you still consider those three options to be too expensive, Spyderco has some darn fine offerings in their Byrd line.

Of course the Endura, Delica and PM2 would hardly be considered "expensive" in the entire Spyderco line. I do tend to question the value of some of the expensive Spydies (>$200), especially when placed against some of the incredible value, imported knives currently available. This is where, in my opinion, Spyderco struggles to make "sense" on a value basis.

If you want to criticize the look and design of Spyderco, you're ignoring how this revolutionary company in general, and the Glesser family in particular, have been in "inventing" the EDC carry pocket knife. It's fine to say that they don't meet your personal taste, but to describe the entire line as alien, futuristic or mall ninja is really short sighted.
 
Seriousbladeno1 said:
Once again,due to volume of misunderstanding AND LACK OF READING ABILITIES FROM MANY here...."Hi everyone,I would like everyone's opinion on getting expensive Spyderco knives"
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Our reading comprehension is just fine.

Most people's opinions agree that yours sucks.

So, in conclusion, most people say Spyderco is pretty good.
Most people's opinion is that Seriousbladeno1 can be safely disregarded when it comes to deciding which knife to buy. :)
 
stabman said:
Our reading comprehension is just fine.

Most people's opinions agree that yours sucks.

So, in conclusion, most people say Spyderco is pretty good.
Most people's opinion is that Seriousbladeno1 can be safely disregarded when it comes to decided which knife to buy. :)
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Thread is about opinions on Spyderco, not about opinions on my opinions. I consider your post rude and insulting
 
It can be argued that some of the more "expensive" Spydercos (relatively speaking) are indeed worth it. There is a reason that the Paramilitary 2 is one of Spyderco's most popular models. With the higher price you receive certain amenities such as higher quality steel and a more refined design. If you compare a Tenacious to a Para 2, you are looking at 8cr13mov vs. S30V, and most will agree that S30V is a far better steel in terms of edge retention.
 
And to the OP, the Endura is a fine knife that has stood the test of time, being bought and used by countless thousands of folks around the world.
It is a good knife at a reasonable price, especially if you shop around.
 
Seriousbladeno1 said:
Once again,due to volume of misunderstanding AND LACK OF READING ABILITIES FROM MANY here...."Hi everyone,I would like everyone's opinion on getting expensive Spyderco knives"

I do not think any of mentioned pocket knives are worth half of the price tags and NO, IT IS NOT WORTH AT ALL TO PAY FORTUNE FOR A POCKET KNIFE, ESPECIALLY NOT FOR THE SPYDERCO-!

There are plenty of other genuine and not silly looking pocketknives that are worth it....

When it comes to me,- pocket knife is substitute for fixed blade knife,the one you can carry in pocket without needing sheath or belt, safely closed....

It is a substitute for a knife to me and therefore I wouldn't pay more than 50 bucks for it...Fixed blade is different and real knife to me and for good fixed blade I'd pay couple of hundreds, not for a pocket knife.

That's my opinion, whether haters here like it or hate it :):):):)

Just a reminder to haters and stalkers-thread name is: "Is it worth getting expensive spyderco knife?"
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And all this nonesesne from the guy who thinks Down Under knives is the best and his favorite yet he doesn't own one. Our definitions of a "fortune" is completely different. Yet you think it is just fine to pay $150 for a crap knife made in an unknown country for a dubious company? Defies logic.
 
craytab said:
And all this nonesesne from the guy who thinks Down Under knives is the best and his favorite yet he doesn't own one. Our definitions of a "fortune" is completely different. Yet you think it is just fine to pay $150 for a crap knife made in an unknown country for a dubious company? Defies logic.
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More than that even is the anti-Spyderco crusade the guy is on.

I don't mind if people like different knives; in fact, they have to, or else supply wouldn't be able to keep up.
But there's a big difference between not liking a knife, and showing up everywhere you can to evangelize about it.
 
"what do you all think about this amazing brand XYX"
"Well i have a lot of experience with that,, heres what I think XYZXYZ"
"Yes,, well what about this and that and this and heres a link and I disagree and you're wrong"
"I immediately regret this conversation..."

Every thread from a certain someone..
 
stabman said:
More than that even is the anti-Spyderco crusade the guy is on.

I don't mind if people like different knives; in fact, they have to, or else supply wouldn't be able to keep up.
But there's a big difference between not liking a knife, and showing up everywhere you can to evangelize about it.
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That seems to be about right, anti-Spyderco trolling as it seems for whatever reason.
 
Focus on the OP's question. Not other posters.
 
Is it worth getting a Spyderco? Short answer is absolutely.
Are we talking about quality, then yes.
Ergonomics, yes.
Warranty, yes.

Am I missing something?
 
buck110boy said:
Hello everyone, I would like everyone's opinion on getting expensive Spyderco knives, I am talking endura, delica, or maybe even something like a paramilitary 2. I would not like you guys to recommend other knife brands, I want to limit this thread to spyderco. Thank you all very much for helping me out! If you have any stories you would like to tell about you and your spyderco please share, thanks!
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Whether the price is worthwhile to you is a question only you can answer. But, I have been pleased with the five Spyderco knives I own. I've found that each had good ergonomics, good alloys, and good cutting performance. I have found that the blade shapes, while sometimes unusual, always lent themselves to good cutting performance.

Delica 3
Delica 4
Manix 2
Native IV
Native V
 
Every budget is different. But I don't consider the Delica/Endura fall in the "expensive" category. The PM2 maybe approaching the mid-priced knives. But you get what you pay for.....usually. Now Spyders Domino, Positron, Milled Ti Chaparral, or even the full Ti Natives etc are getting up there. But then I feel they are still priced for their value. I absolutely love my Domino, and so does everyone I ever show it to.

I'm a little on the fence with my new Positron. But giving it a full chance and currently carrying it as my secondary. Still liking it, but if I compare it to the ZT0450 in size and action, I think it's a bit overpriced. The ZT has an absolute rocket action, about the same size blade, carries thinner, and only less than 1/2oz heavier...and a bit cheaper. If I try adjusting the pivot on the Positron for smoother action, I end up with wobbly off center blade. Or I have a centered blade, with a not-as-smooth flip action requiring much more force and/or wrist action to deploy. Both supposedly on bearings.

So as of now, I would say the best bang for buck in the Spyder lineup is the PM2. I don't think the PM2 runs on bearings, but sure feels like it. Pretty amazing in form and function. Not discounting the Delica/Endura, they are just in a different class. Meant to be smooth and hard working performers, but lockbacks (being a little more cumbersome to work single handed).
 
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