Need Help choosing lightweight folder

I have had a Delica plain edge for many years and just love it. I am in the market for another lightweight folder and cannot decude between the Wayne Goddard lightweight, Calypso lightweight and the Jess Horn lightweight. My use is just general pocket knife use. I do NOT want a knife that is longer than my Delica. Any suggestions?
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Even at that blade size, I prefer a bit more heft in my knife, which is why I like the Spyderco Wegner Jr and the BF Native. The G-10 scales and thick steel liners on those add solidity, but also some weight.

I guess if it had to be light, I'd choose the Calypso Jr, Ltwt in VG-10 steel for its super slicing abilities, full flat grind and funky fish scales.

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Really can't go wrong with any of these.
Personally, I like the Horn & the Calypso. But that's just me. But the Goddard is a nice robust knife. Hmmmm... Hard choice.

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Calypso Jr. Ltwt would be a good candidate, Martyking.
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Dan
 
They're all nice knives of course, but I would have to go with the Calypso Jr. Lightweight. I believe the Goddard is longer than your Delica which would put it out of the running. With the Calypso Jr. you get excellent steel, a reversible clip, great ergonomics, and it's really light. You might also want to look at the new Dyad Jr. Lightweight. It doesn't have a pocket clip, and the blades are smaller, but you get serations and plain edge in one package.

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Hi Marty,

Like others have said, all nice knives but I'll have to put in for the Calypso Jr. Lightweight. VG-10, ambi, v ground blade, all excellent qualities.

Tom
 
Another vote for the Calypso. And I'm still rather fond of my Dragonfly in the smaller light-weight category.
Have you tried the Rookie in G-10?
Happy Holidays!
-Jim
 
Another vote for the Calypso Jr. Lightweight.

VG10 is a super steel,BUT, ATS55 is also an outstanding performer.

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So, what IS the speed of dark?

 
Another vote for the Calypso Jr Lightweight.
All of the knives mentioned are excellent, but the little Calypso is incredible for daily carry.

When all is said and done, you should see which feels best in you hand, they're all great edges.
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Chris
 
My vote would go for the wegner jr. Hard to beat this knife and without the clip it is the perfect pocket knife.
 
My vote is the Calypso Jr, micarta. Does it really weigh more than the lightweight?

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Roger Blake
 
Calypso Jr. Lightweight...
or the Mircata version.

I find the Jess Horns a little too pointy.
 
Calypso LTWT JR - PLAIN blade !
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My 3" Spyderco favorite, BUT the Wegner JR is sweet as well, but hard to find.
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