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- Thread starter David T
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Hmmmmmmmmmm
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Hmm is right
...blasphemy!
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Be well!/Jonas aka 2Sharp
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Be well!/Jonas aka 2Sharp
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JimBob
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Ok, no one likes my mini Commander. Maybe I'll just make it into a true satin finish Commander?
Most of the usual suspects are aware that I like smaller knives. Thus the CQC5, Mini 7, & the mini commander. I spend alot of time flying. I'm still looking for the perfect air travel knife. Try getting on a plane out of New York with a CQC6 or a full size Commander. Believe it or not, I've been carrying a Spyderco lady bug whenever I travel to avoid any problems.
I think that the perfect travel knife should be a production knife just in case they decide to confiscate it . Although the CQC5 falls within the definition of "Legal" size, I wouldn't want to take a chance with the security personnel at the airport giving me a hard time. More importantly I wouldn't want to miss my flight because of my knife.
I was recently given a hard time at the Empire State building because I was carrying a small Sebenza. Metal detector at the check point picked it up. I was asked why do you need a knife? I asked why do you need pants. The security at the check point gave me a dirty look, paused for a minute & handed the knife back to me. I waited on line for almost 2 hours just to get to the check point & was in no mood for him. It took me another 45 minutes just to get up to the observation deck.
[This message has been edited by David T (edited 12-24-2000).]
Most of the usual suspects are aware that I like smaller knives. Thus the CQC5, Mini 7, & the mini commander. I spend alot of time flying. I'm still looking for the perfect air travel knife. Try getting on a plane out of New York with a CQC6 or a full size Commander. Believe it or not, I've been carrying a Spyderco lady bug whenever I travel to avoid any problems.
I think that the perfect travel knife should be a production knife just in case they decide to confiscate it . Although the CQC5 falls within the definition of "Legal" size, I wouldn't want to take a chance with the security personnel at the airport giving me a hard time. More importantly I wouldn't want to miss my flight because of my knife.
I was recently given a hard time at the Empire State building because I was carrying a small Sebenza. Metal detector at the check point picked it up. I was asked why do you need a knife? I asked why do you need pants. The security at the check point gave me a dirty look, paused for a minute & handed the knife back to me. I waited on line for almost 2 hours just to get to the check point & was in no mood for him. It took me another 45 minutes just to get up to the observation deck.
[This message has been edited by David T (edited 12-24-2000).]
Go for it, David! A sub 3" Commander would be PERFECT for airline travel. I'd buy two of them for sure. But what would be the appropriate name for a baby Commander? The Comma? The Travel Agent? I give up.
BTW, is that the Commander you just received from Botach? How's the quality? I might have to order another for myself if the fit, finish, and function of yours is up to par. Please let me know.
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Ed Jezz
"The best toys are the ones that you can put an eye out with."
BTW, is that the Commander you just received from Botach? How's the quality? I might have to order another for myself if the fit, finish, and function of yours is up to par. Please let me know.
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Ed Jezz
"The best toys are the ones that you can put an eye out with."
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Ed,
Yup, that's the one I got from Botach. Thanks again. Fit & finish is above average. Lock up is perfect. Blade sits centered between the liners when closed, no rubbing. I did have a minor problem. One of the screws for the pocket clip was stripped? I don't know how. I went to check all the screws & that one screw turned with no resistance.Took it out & the tip of the base was stripped. No big deal took a screw off another knife & replaced it.
I also noticed that the finish on the pivot screw is different then my green G10 Commander. It's not shiney, looks almost parkerized (sp?)
[This message has been edited by David T (edited 12-24-2000).]
Yup, that's the one I got from Botach. Thanks again. Fit & finish is above average. Lock up is perfect. Blade sits centered between the liners when closed, no rubbing. I did have a minor problem. One of the screws for the pocket clip was stripped? I don't know how. I went to check all the screws & that one screw turned with no resistance.Took it out & the tip of the base was stripped. No big deal took a screw off another knife & replaced it.
I also noticed that the finish on the pivot screw is different then my green G10 Commander. It's not shiney, looks almost parkerized (sp?)
[This message has been edited by David T (edited 12-24-2000).]
Okay, let's stir the baby Commander pot a little more (and while you're here, check the pic of the "Waved AFCK" and let me know what you think).
http://www.luminousconcepts.com/Blades/CommaDamasca.htm
Here you'll find a size comparison between a full-size Commander and the fictitious "Comma", which is a downsized Commander variation. 10 minutes spent in Photoshop helped bring perspective to this monster that David created in my mind. I'm gonna lose sleep over this.
P.S. Sorry, edmoses; Didn't mean to rip your handle. My real name isn't Ed anyhow. I just created the name Ed Jezz as a play on the word "Edges". You keep using Ed, and I'll go by my real name which is Eric, k?
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Eric Blair
(aka Ed Jezz)
"The best toys are the ones that you can put an eye out with."
[This message has been edited by Ed Jezz (edited 12-24-2000).]
http://www.luminousconcepts.com/Blades/CommaDamasca.htm
Here you'll find a size comparison between a full-size Commander and the fictitious "Comma", which is a downsized Commander variation. 10 minutes spent in Photoshop helped bring perspective to this monster that David created in my mind. I'm gonna lose sleep over this.
P.S. Sorry, edmoses; Didn't mean to rip your handle. My real name isn't Ed anyhow. I just created the name Ed Jezz as a play on the word "Edges". You keep using Ed, and I'll go by my real name which is Eric, k?
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Eric Blair
(aka Ed Jezz)
"The best toys are the ones that you can put an eye out with."
[This message has been edited by Ed Jezz (edited 12-24-2000).]
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Eric's picture of the Baby Commander looks pretty damn nice.
I'm playing with some sketches, but it'll take a couple of days (I <U>didn't</U> get the holidays off!)
John
I'm playing with some sketches, but it'll take a couple of days (I <U>didn't</U> get the holidays off!)
John
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I'd rather go with the CQC7 for airplane carry. While I am a big fan of the Commander, I'd rather have something a bit more utility minded while on a plane.
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The mini-CQC7 ofcourse.
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Mmmmmmm, I'm thinkin' that David is on to something. Use a reworked Commander body, but the trick is going to be keeping as many the original lines of the blade as possible.
John
John
I agree with John. The baby Commander just needs to be the next step down in size.
1.ES1-M
2.Commander (20% smaller than ES1-M)
3.Baby Commander(20-25% smaller than Commander)
When we say sub 3inch blade for airline travel (and jurisdictions that require sub 3inch blades), what would be most desirable for all of you? 2 and 7/8"? 2 and 3/4"?
And hopefully once we convince Ernie that this is THE knife to build, he'll give us dumpster diving privileges during the first few production runs
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Maybe the mini CQC7 is ideal for many of you for airline travel, but that's a battle already won since Ernie is producing it. Place your orders for it and be happy. In the meantime, how about supporting David's Baby Commander idea? To me, it's the ideal airline knife. I suppose that those of you wanting the mini CQC7 are thinking "utility" primarily? I'm thinking more along the lines of attempted muggings in airport parking lots and restrooms, or another plane passenger becoming dangerously violent. THAT is when I prefer to have a Baby Commander in my hand as opposed to a mini CQC7. Just personal preference, that's all. ...but there's just something about that wickedly sharp Commander belly on a sub 3inch blade that gets my juices flowin'.
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Eric Blair
(aka Ed Jezz)
"The best toys are the ones that you can put an eye out with."
1.ES1-M
2.Commander (20% smaller than ES1-M)
3.Baby Commander(20-25% smaller than Commander)
When we say sub 3inch blade for airline travel (and jurisdictions that require sub 3inch blades), what would be most desirable for all of you? 2 and 7/8"? 2 and 3/4"?
And hopefully once we convince Ernie that this is THE knife to build, he'll give us dumpster diving privileges during the first few production runs
Maybe the mini CQC7 is ideal for many of you for airline travel, but that's a battle already won since Ernie is producing it. Place your orders for it and be happy. In the meantime, how about supporting David's Baby Commander idea? To me, it's the ideal airline knife. I suppose that those of you wanting the mini CQC7 are thinking "utility" primarily? I'm thinking more along the lines of attempted muggings in airport parking lots and restrooms, or another plane passenger becoming dangerously violent. THAT is when I prefer to have a Baby Commander in my hand as opposed to a mini CQC7. Just personal preference, that's all. ...but there's just something about that wickedly sharp Commander belly on a sub 3inch blade that gets my juices flowin'.
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Eric Blair
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Eww, keep your juices to yourself.
Sorry to bring this thread to a relatively low low point.
Sorry to bring this thread to a relatively low low point.
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Vintage vettes, proto Emersons, and a good Rolex all tend to make me slobber. I refuse to apologize for such fetishes.
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Eric
(aka Ed Jezz)
The best toys are the ones that you can put an eye out with.
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Eric
(aka Ed Jezz)
The best toys are the ones that you can put an eye out with.