Spyderco Amsterdam Meet 2010 Report - Prototype Pictures

Awesome stuff Wouter. Thanks (as always) for the great pics and reviews. There are definitely a couple of standouts for me, in particular the Balance and Caly 3.5. I just sold my Caly 3 because I felt it was just a wee bit too small and I think the extra .5" of blade on the new one will make it a real winner!
 
Yeah, I'll be first in line for these two....



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I hope both of them come down the line soon - can't wait to get my hands on 'em!
 
The Shabaria is back for a sprint run. This version has a burgundy micarta handle and it will only come in PE. It’s an interesting model, but I just couldn’t get a proper grip on it. That slender curvy blade is sexy though.

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Wouter
 
After all the forum discussions, here’s the end product; the new and improved Paramilitary.

The most important improvements (at least for me) are the 4-way clip, no more exposed corner and the improved ergonomics. The clip on the Para 2 is put as far back on each position as possible, to facilitate deep carry. This conventional clip still provides plenty of handle to grab for a fast draw. I like wire clips, but on some knives the deep-carry feature can be a hindrance when you want a ‘fast draw’. On the old Para a small corner of the blade tang was exposed when the knife was folded. It was the main reason for me to get rid of my Para. This problem is now solved; the knife now looks and feels way better. The ergos of the handle were also improved. I no longer need to use the choil for a full-handed grip. The handle on the Para 2 is a little longer than the first version. All of the edges were nicely beveled; it almost melts in my hand.

The price for these improvements is perhaps that the Para 2 almost feels like an ‘intermediate Military’ vs. a ‘junior model’ of the Military. I’m definitely going to get one; I think it will make a perfect companion folder to the next prototype in this report.


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Wouter
 
This is the PPT folder that was prematurely seen (the custom version) on a few forums. To me, this is a folding Streetbeat or folding Streetbowie. I love that blade, no hump and with a slightly curvy blade. I love it! The clip seems left/right reversible. The lock is a hybrid between a Reeve integral lock and a liner lock. It’s not a small knife though. The handle is much chunkier than the blade specs would have you believe. This knife is a handful and the clip on this proto was still a bit too sharp. IIRC the production model will have skeletonized liners to make the knife a little lighter. To me, this knife has a high wow-factor and that blade looks very practical. I’m absolutely getting one, even if I have to take some sandpaper to that clip.

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Wouter
 
The Zulu is the second collaboration model of Jens Anso, and this is different animal than the thin and lightweight Rocklobster. Like the Perrin Folder, it has a nice hand filling grip and a (slightly over) 3 inch blade. It’s certainly a unique blade shape. I like the lines of this folder.

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Wouter
 
This is the last Spyderco production prototype I can show you (there are still some Byrds though). There were more models at the meet that we can discuss, but I can’t show them to you. We wouldn’t want to see cheap copies turning up, before Spyderco gets it right.

The Szabo folder is truly a megafolder. I think the blade was 5 inch long and the handle is equally long. Apparently, Laci is a big man who likes big knives. Laci is an MBC guy, and this is an MBC design derived from the Szabofly. Many customers liked the blade on the Szabofly, but couldn’t get one because it would be illegal in their area. This knife is something of a ‘regular folding Szabofly’. The design fits Laci’s reverse grip edge out style of MBC. The compression lock is set-up to take the tremendous forces of trapping and blocking. This should be an MBC-crowd pleaser.

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To be continued…

Wouter
 
man that para 2 looks nice, no more exposed tang. but i have to say i like the original better, just sayin. but it still looks great! :D

good gosh that laci sczabo is :eek: :eek:
5 inch blade ? dang man i might have to get me one of those!
 
Very nice thread, Wouter!

Kudos to Sal & Co. for the evident tireless work of the designers.
:thumbup:
 
I am really enjoying the organic lines on some of the models, including the carved scales. Its a nice departure from the more industrial aesthetic that I think of with Spyderco. I particularly like the Perrin - it looks very practical to me for EDC -- definitely on my list.n I am also really psyched that its s30v. Thanks so much for posting the pics.
 
Mr Blonde said:
This is the PPT folder that was prematurely seen (the custom version) on a few forums. To me, this is a folding Streetbeat or folding Streetbowie. I love that blade, no hump and with a slightly curvy blade. I love it! The clip seems left/right reversible. The lock is a hybrid between a Reeve integral lock and a liner lock. It’s not a small knife though. The handle is much chunkier than the blade specs would have you believe. This knife is a handful and the clip on this proto was still a bit too sharp. IIRC the production model will have skeletonized liners to make the knife a little lighter. To me, this knife has a high wow-factor and that blade looks very practical. I’m absolutely getting one, even if I have to take some sandpaper to that clip.

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Wouter
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I love the PPT SO MUCH! :D:thumbup: I will definitely getting one or 10. Gorgeous styling, great utility blade and really awesome lock. Its perfect!

My new grail! :thumbup:
 
Man i cant wait for some of these! they look amazing:D:D The para 2 is going to be a must have for me, and the PPT and Laci Szabo are on my radar for sure:D:D
 
forcedestrike said:
I love the PPT SO MUCH! :D:thumbup: I will definitely getting one or 10. Gorgeous styling, great utility blade and really awesome lock. Its perfect!

My new grail! :thumbup:
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Yep, this is the one for me as well :thumbup:
 
I was set on the Native 4, now I will also have to get the PPT! I have always wanted a Native upgrade from the FRN's but the CF was too high of a price point. Can't wait till these toys come out.
 
Wow, the PPT and Laci Szabo blew me away! I saw the PPT and said "damn that's not good", then i saw the Laci szabo and said " damn it's getting worse"! Not beeing good as in, i really want those knives....I hope they will be affordable, and not in the 250$+ range. I haven't been able to buy two of the 2009 models i wanted because they just were too expensive.
I know quality has it's price, but the Temperance, and the Warrior are just too expensive.:o
 
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