Like the Endura 4, what model should I get next?

Winch

Winch

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The Endura 4 has become my EDC most days over a Grip, Blur, and RAT’s. I like the size, weight, and blade on the Endura. I was thinking about the Police 4 but that’s close to $200. Recommendations in the $140 range? (Upper end of budget).
Thanks
Winch
 
Well the Military is comparable in size, but it's closer to $200 as well. Nothing is going to beat the Endura's light weight and slicines (unless you have a saber grind, which then you'd want to get a full flat grind).
 
Sal has been talking about how he's working on an FRN Police that might be in your price range. Have you considered a sprint run Endura in a another steel besides VG10?
 
Lapedog said:
Benchmade bugout?
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huh?

endura is a larger folder......bugouts a smaller folder? completely different lock and grip shape and feel and blade shape... plus isn't the OP asking for another spyderco model? i'm not following on this one.
 
jbmonkey said:
huh?

endura is a larger folder......bugouts a smaller folder? completely different lock and grip shape and feel and blade shape... plus isn't the OP asking for another spyderco model? i'm not following on this one.
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I just thought since the OP liked the light weight slimness and slicy blade of the Endura he might like another lightweight thin slicy blade.

Too bad they don’t make the FRN Spyderco Goddard anymore.
 
The endura is hard to beat. Slim and light makes it great in the pocket and it is also a great slicer.

Try a PM2 or Millie would be my suggestion. Both at beefier but still carry well.
 
If you like endura, buy another endura with better steel. Or a military. I will not worry about the weight as most spydercos are on the light side.:thumbsup:
 
Lapedog said:
I just thought since the OP liked the light weight slimness and slicy blade of the Endura he might like another lightweight thin slicy blade.

Too bad they don’t make the FRN Spyderco Goddard anymore.
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gotcha. yep, the full size goddard is a personal favorite. wish it would make a comeback..
 
longun said:
Get the Stretch. It's one of my favorites. The Para Military series are different, but worth a try. I actually prefer the Para 3. It is smaller and I think of it as almost a gentlemen's folder. The Military is also a good suggestion.
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Either the PM2 or the Para3. I too prefer the Para3 but the PM2 is closest to the Endura.
 
Actually have been looking at the PM2, but I really like the lock back style of the Endura. I guess I’ll just hold out for the Police 4.
 
Winch said:
Actually have been looking at the PM2, but I really like the lock back style of the Endura. I guess I’ll just hold out for the Police 4.
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The Pacific Salt is the same size if not slightly bigger than the endura and has a lock back. Because of the work hardening nature of H1 steel (which is completely rust proof) the serrations on the serrated version gets a very high hardness and thus keeps an edge for a very long time.
 
I do have a boat on the Chesapeake Bay (salt water) so the Pacific Salt is definitely on my list. Does it have any side to side play since no liner?
 
Pacific salt is next on my list. So I have to recommend it. FWIW I carry an endura or military most days. I’m not worried about play because of no liners. My lw native locks up tight, and it lacks liners.
 
Winch said:
I do have a boat on the Chesapeake Bay (salt water) so the Pacific Salt is definitely on my list. Does it have any side to side play since no liner?
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No liner. This is precisely another reason you need a Pac. Salt, IMHO.
To simply experience a linerless Spyderco is something every ELU deserves.
Ask @David Lowry about the toughness of a linerless Spyderco. Or just head over to Spyderco Forums and do a search of "Bobcat." ;)
I GREATLY prefer linerless to the latest nested iterations...especially in a blade for extreme salty conditions.
It's a no-brainer-- no liners = less hardware to rust.
Also,just in general... less parts > more parts.
I even love the riveted construction because it's ultra low maintenance. Sturdy too-- I'll refer you to the afore-mentioned "Bobcat" story for additional proof of toughness at the pivot here.
I find it hard to criticize the design and engineering genius that is Spyderco. Plus I realize evolution is part of the DNA of the company...but adding nested liners and screws to Enduras and Delicas always struck me as a solution in search of a problem that doesn't exist.
 
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