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When I decided on VG-10 for my Police 4, I knew it wouldn't be long before I found an excuse to get some K390. That led me to this otherwise very classic Endura 4 in the company's signature teal blue. (At least, I assume it's "signature.")
Oops, how did that bottle of tequila get in there?
First Impressions:
1) Smaller and lighter than the Police 4, obviously, and the better for it. While I like big knives, this size feels more practical.
2) I'm still getting used to the Spyderco idea of the handle being so much bigger than the blade. The Police 4 is a seven finger handle if you use the choil. The Endura 4 is a six finger handle. Okay, I've got girly fingers, so shoot me already.
3) Out of the box, the knife is plenty sharp, but not as awesomely sharp as the Police 4 was. It's a production knife, so no big deal. I'm not on my way to the County Fair to compete in a sisal rope slashing contest.
4) The blade has beautiful grind lines, spine to apex, like the finest lines on paper money. Nice.
5) I noticed, for the first time, that the blade drops just before the point. Hmm. I think the blade would look better if the spine were straight all the way to the tip. I'll be sure to bring this matter up when Spyderco gets around to flying me out to headquarters to get my opinion on things.
6) It's a beauty, very well-made, very tidy. I must admit that, before I got my first Spyderco knife, I didn't think I was going to like FRN, but there is no fooling around with this design. The FRN plus the steel liners makes a solid knife, one that gives you a sense of confidence when you hold it. I like that.
Please add your suggestions for my next Spyderco knife, tips on sharpening K390 and your experiences with the Endura 4. Bob, you can add your credit card number. I've still got to pay for all this stuff.
Oops, how did that bottle of tequila get in there?
First Impressions:
1) Smaller and lighter than the Police 4, obviously, and the better for it. While I like big knives, this size feels more practical.
2) I'm still getting used to the Spyderco idea of the handle being so much bigger than the blade. The Police 4 is a seven finger handle if you use the choil. The Endura 4 is a six finger handle. Okay, I've got girly fingers, so shoot me already.
3) Out of the box, the knife is plenty sharp, but not as awesomely sharp as the Police 4 was. It's a production knife, so no big deal. I'm not on my way to the County Fair to compete in a sisal rope slashing contest.
4) The blade has beautiful grind lines, spine to apex, like the finest lines on paper money. Nice.
5) I noticed, for the first time, that the blade drops just before the point. Hmm. I think the blade would look better if the spine were straight all the way to the tip. I'll be sure to bring this matter up when Spyderco gets around to flying me out to headquarters to get my opinion on things.
6) It's a beauty, very well-made, very tidy. I must admit that, before I got my first Spyderco knife, I didn't think I was going to like FRN, but there is no fooling around with this design. The FRN plus the steel liners makes a solid knife, one that gives you a sense of confidence when you hold it. I like that.
Please add your suggestions for my next Spyderco knife, tips on sharpening K390 and your experiences with the Endura 4. Bob, you can add your credit card number. I've still got to pay for all this stuff.
