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"Civilian
Spyderco® has traditionally maintained what we call the White Hat position. We feel that the future of humankind in the world must lie in cooperation and greater socialization. Our skills in this area are still developing.
In the over 20 years that Spyderco has been producing knives, primarily the CLIPIT line, all models were designed to be used as tools to perform functions. We recognize that a knife, especially a highly efficient performance piece, can be used to defend oneself should the situation arise.
Though a very large number of knives are produced by companies that have no inherent function other than as weapons
(i.e., daggers and a variety of combat knives that seem to be prevalent throughout the industry), we have deliberately never produced such an item.
Spyderco, to a great extent, caters to the law enforcement personnel on a worldwide scale. They would be the good guys, or White Hats, that are trying to make this a better world by preventing the Black Hats from screwing it up.
Spyderco has an extensive amount of research and development involved in producing knives, especially for firemen, paramedics and general rescue personnel. We involve ourselves in this research so they can be more successful in their jobs.
Since we have customers that use our CLIPIT knives for training personnel in knife combat, it has been requested that we consider producing models that will provide an effective last-ditch defense in assisting the White Hats.
Based on the logic that the most effective defense weapon is the one you have with you when you are in trouble, we have elected to avoid the traditional combat-style knives, which require special preparation for carrying, primarily because of their bulk.
A folding knife, utilizing the CLIPIT design, allows the easiest form of carry, and the other features assist in the performance of the tool.
The Civilian model is the first of several folding knives designed and produced only as a law enforcement back-up defense weapon. This knife is produced in very limited quantities, and will be marketed as a law enforcement back-up defense weapon. The Civilian model is not designed to kill. In fact, it would be difficult to use for that purpose. The shape of the blade does not permit straight penetration. It is designed to hit and run in a self-defense situation. This knife is not marketed in traditional Spyderco fashion.
The ultra-fine tip is much stronger than it appears. The knife is guaranteed against defects as all Spyderco knives are, but it is not guaranteed against abuse.
We used high-carbon, stainless steel in the blade. This steel is capable of taking and holding an edge and is comparable with the best steels in the world. The reverse S curve provides a variety of aggressive contact points. Combined with the SpyderEdge, immediate penetration through any type of clothing is expected. The handle is made of premium G-10 to provide a secure grip. The rear of the handle is expanded to provide a secure grip within the hand, and thus, offsets the hooking tendency of the point.
We would like to extend our thanks to all of those law enforcement personnel who have assisted in the development of this series. We would also like to thank Mr. James Keating for creating a video on the use of this tool. It is our hope that the Civilian will never be used in the line of duty, but if such action is necessary, it is our desire that the knife serve you well.
SPYDERCO
2005
Civilian is covered under Pat. #4347665, D.343,837 and D.344,006 with additional patents pending.
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