Re-released Howard Viele question

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I just purchased the new Viele (VG-10 with plain edge) and am very pleased with the quality and design of the knife. I think Spyderco should receive some kind of award for their efforts on this model. It has easily replaced my former favorite carry knife.

My question is were these re-released Viele's numbered? (This one is not). The dealer told me they were not but I suspect that he was just guessing. I'm considering purchasing one to use and one for the collection. Can someone in the know comment on this?

My recommendation on this knife?
***** Buy It!

 
Hi toothed. Thanx for the kind words on the new improvements. We hope you enjoy the piece.

The new refined Viele's are not numbered. It isn't really a new model or even a variation. It's a refinement or evolution of an existing model. Not different enough to require a number.

sal

[This message has been edited by Sal Glesser (edited 01-13-2001).]
 
Other than the VG-10 steel in the blade, what changes are there? I have an early model plain edge with the AUS-8 steel blade, Although I haven't used this knife for anything heavey duty I have to say it's so sharp it will scare you and the knife is very well constucted and finished like a custom made piece. I guess what I want to know is there enough difference to buy another?

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There is also now an arc-ramp on the tang,
a refinement I think all liner locks should
have, and I'm not positive, but I think that
the back/spine of the handle is now 'opened
up', spaced with posts instead of a long
solid spacer. Very pretty piece.

Ken
 
Sal, thank you for the answer about numbering on the improved Viele.

Since I do not own the original model I cannot make any personal comments on the differences with the updated verson. I vaguely remember handling the original knife at the dealer but my overall impression was that I did not like the blade material and the lightness of the knife (not necessarily bad) did not have that feeling of "Spyderco quality."

The improved version feels like a winner the moment you pick it up. Nice size, balance, ergonomics, and looks. IMO it's a gentleman's folder in a useful size--perfect for urban carry. If only it came with a black clip.
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