Only one of these Spyderco's; which one?

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If you could only get one of these Spyderco knives which one would you get......and why? The Gayle Bradley, OR the Caly 3, OR the Caly 3.5?

Thanks!
 
Gayle Bradley for me, 1- I prefer CPM-M4 over VG-10, and 2- I don't like pinned construction.
 
I would get a Gayle Bradley, since it's bombproof and high-performing yet pretty and oh-so stylish.
 
Which version of the Calys? Carbon fiber and laminated ZDP-189 and I'll take the Caly 3.5. Otherwise, probably the Gayle Bradley.
 
What is the carry environment?

Office with slacks, Caly 3 or 3.5. ZDP when possible. I have the Caly 3 ZDP and it is a classy knife.

Outdoors/harder work, Gayle Bradley wins by a wide margin. My GB is my go-to knife when I am heading outside.
 
I prefer the caly 3.5 for its blade shape and ergonomics. While the GB has the clearly superior materials, it felt very awkward and clumsy to use. I have large hands if that matters.
 
My GB was super smooth and felt so good in the hand, but I also like the pointy profile, blade drop, wire clip, and slender carry of the Caly 3.5.
 
I carried the Caly3 for about 4 yrs EDC. Excellent. I'd prefer the 3.5, now that it's available.
For heavy-duty use, get the GB. A seriously BIG knife.
Sonny
 
Another vote for the Gayle Bradley. It's just a flat out great knife that anyone who uses a knife can appreciate.
 
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