New Model Announcements???

ShaolinBill

ShaolinBill

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How do we find out when new models are released and have there been instances when initial demand exceeds supply? Are there waiting lists?

For example, I'd like to be near the front of the line for the new Paramilitary? Suggestions?
 
ShaolinBill,

Check out Joyce's thread with pictures of new models coming out: http://bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=208930

These will all be available within the next six months.
Just about every model that Spyderco has released recently has had demand that exceeded the supply. The Lil Temperance, for example, is still catching up to demand.

There are no waiting lists unless you are counting the collector's club (but they don't always get stuff first) but you can always call in a pre-order to a dealer. It's a gamble, however, as that dealer might not get the first ones out of the factory.

If you want the ParaMilitary as soon as it comes out, I would suggest giving Mike a call at New Graham: www.newgraham.com
He usually gets new models in pretty early, he has some of the best prices, and his service can't be beat. He got me a matching collector's pair of the Lil Temperances. Like I said though, there's no gaurantee that he'll get the ParaMilitary sooner (or even at the same time) than anyone else. You might end up waiting for him to get them while someone else like 1sks is selling them.

Hope this helps.
 
Hi ShaolinBill. That is an interesting question and an interesting dilemma for a small company. At this time, we are trying to hold production intoduction until a fairly large number (for us) can be shipped. It is a difficult chore.

Joyce sends out a newsletter to the dealers letting them know that a new model is coming out soon. Then, marketing will usually send a quick note (eamail or fax) to the dealers to let them know that they are shipping. Those dealers that pay attention to Spyderco will usually order sooner and receive product sooner. Many of our dealers are large and do not get personally involved in the knife products.

I would suggest that you connect with one of the smaller dealers that makes sure to get the new products early.

sal
 
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