TIZWIN
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My favorite Spydie by far is the Police Model. There've been rumblings for some time of a new version sometime in the future. What changes would you like to see if there ever was a Police for the new millenium?
As a southpaw, the first and most important change I'd like would be to make it lefty-friendly. The lock works fine as is, so the only change necessary would be an ambidextrous clip--preferably a four-way option. There are already some lefty Police Models out there--I have couple, but they are rare.
Next, I'd love to see it offered with acid-etching. I love the steel body--it gives the Police a comforting heft, and a slickness upon opening. However, as many have noted here, the smooth sides are not best when sweaty, or--God forbid--bloody. The acid-etching, as seen on other all-steel models, retains the slim, strong body, while providing tactical grippiness and a pleasant, post-modern esthetic.
Third, I'd adore a wave option--which would only be practical with a tip-up carry capacity. I've had STR modify one of my Police Models for a waved draw, and it's waaay cool, especially in Pikal style.
Finally, I'd want a return of the lanyard hole. Lanyards, or fobs, have their proponents--like me--and opponents. Not all my "holed" Spydies sport a fob, but the option is nice. When carried tip-up, the knife is much easier to draw, and no matter the clip mode, a fob provides extra purchase on the knife.
I've considered a change in blade steel, but I'm so content with VG-10, I like the steel as is.
Anyone else?
As a southpaw, the first and most important change I'd like would be to make it lefty-friendly. The lock works fine as is, so the only change necessary would be an ambidextrous clip--preferably a four-way option. There are already some lefty Police Models out there--I have couple, but they are rare.
Next, I'd love to see it offered with acid-etching. I love the steel body--it gives the Police a comforting heft, and a slickness upon opening. However, as many have noted here, the smooth sides are not best when sweaty, or--God forbid--bloody. The acid-etching, as seen on other all-steel models, retains the slim, strong body, while providing tactical grippiness and a pleasant, post-modern esthetic.
Third, I'd adore a wave option--which would only be practical with a tip-up carry capacity. I've had STR modify one of my Police Models for a waved draw, and it's waaay cool, especially in Pikal style.
Finally, I'd want a return of the lanyard hole. Lanyards, or fobs, have their proponents--like me--and opponents. Not all my "holed" Spydies sport a fob, but the option is nice. When carried tip-up, the knife is much easier to draw, and no matter the clip mode, a fob provides extra purchase on the knife.
I've considered a change in blade steel, but I'm so content with VG-10, I like the steel as is.
Anyone else?
