spyderco EDC Recommendations wanted

D4 and Cali 3 are the Spydercos that get the most pocket time for me.
There both great EDC knives :thumbup:
 
mongatu said:
I would highly recommend the Calypso Jr. with its FFG laminated ZDP-189 blade that is a hair under 3" in length.
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Ditto, I love the Calypso Jr/Caly III/UKPK family, the FRN Caly Jrs are the lightest ones, and the ZDP-189 is a helluva steel!

the blade is a bit smaller than what you want, but you'll see that a full flat ground ZDP-189 2 7/8" blade with 2 1/2" edge is enough for most tasks.
I find that the handle is way more comfortable than the one of the Delica (because of the finger choil), but if you could test the knives prior to buying, you could be sure about what one better suits your hand.
 
Another vote for the FRN Calypso Jr. If you're willing to settle for 1/8" less blade, then you really should consider one. It's the ultimate featherweight pocket light sabre and thin too boot. The black ZDP-189 version is still fairly easy to find.

Paul
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There must be a bunch of short Enduras floating around that I haven't seen. All Mine measure over the 3" to 3.5" he said he was looking for. ;)

mikemock said:
Does that mean that the fit and finish on the Caly 3 is more refined that the others?

I also might be leaning toward the Caly 3, but I'm not sure I want to pay the extra $50 (or so). If can also double as a 'dress' knife it might be worth the extra money.

I like how the clip allows it to sit deeper, more discretely in the pocket.

I believe that the blade is flat-ground. What does that mean? What are the advantages/disadvantages?

Thanks
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The Caly3 is the most recent refinement of the Calypso line. It has skeletonized steel liners for strength and a narrower handle than the previous Calypso Junior. It is intended as more of a gentleman's knife than a beater.

Flat grind means the sides of the blade are ground in a single plane from the spine to the edge bevel, as opposed to the saber-grind Delica or Endura, where the blade is left full thickness for part of its width before the taper begins. Generally, the blade slices better because it doesn't have to wedge the material being cut apart as quickly as a saber ground blade. Think of it as a long thin wedge as opposed to a short thick wedge.

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Top to bottom: Full hollow grind, hollow saber grind, flat saber grind and full flat grind.

The Caly3 blade is like the bottom blade (which is actually a UKPK)
 
Thanks to everyone for their input. You guys are great.


In terms of looks caly 3 & native are some of my favs but I'm not so sure I want my index finger that close to the cutting edge.

The Delica is a little too small and Endura is a little to big.

Centofante appears to be just right.

I will have to find a store that carries these so I can see & handle them in-person.

I notice that Spyderco sells a parts kit for the Endura and Delica. Is this because the screws come loose and parts fall off? I suppose a little locktite could fix that.

Are the scales on the Endura and Delica replaceable. If I am so inclined, could I make my own harwood scales?

From what I can tell the Centofante appears to be riveted together. I assume that I can't dismantle this one.

M.

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I really like all stainless handled knives, but some of the Spyderco stainless knives appear to be too heavy.

I checked out the Emerson knives, but there was no information on how flat the handles are, or how heavy/light the knife is.
 
My vote is for the spyderco USA Native. This knife comes in S30V steel and if you order it from Walmart.com you can get it for $39.48 plus tax and shipping which comes to under 50 bucks. I just got mine the other day and its the best deal around for an S30V blade steel knife which are usually twice that price. I like the blade shape and it has a nice choil for delicate work. You won't be dissapointed. Check it out!!
 
mikemock said:
Thanks to everyone for their input. You guys are great.


In terms of looks caly 3 & native are some of my favs but I'm not so sure I want my index finger that close to the cutting edge.

The Delica is a little too small and Endura is a little to big.

Centofante appears to be just right.

I will have to find a store that carries these so I can see & handle them in-person.

I notice that Spyderco sells a parts kit for the Endura and Delica. Is this because the screws come loose and parts fall off? I suppose a little locktite could fix that.

Are the scales on the Endura and Delica replaceable. If I am so inclined, could I make my own harwood scales?

From what I can tell the Centofante appears to be riveted together. I assume that I can't dismantle this one.

M.

P.S.

I really like all stainless handled knives, but some of the Spyderco stainless knives appear to be too heavy.

I checked out the Emerson knives, but there was no information on how flat the handles are, or how heavy/light the knife is.
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You'll find that choking up on those knives with choils is more secure than you'd think, unless you're stabbing something. You can also grip further back on the handle for aggressive cuts.

I know the centofante is a good knife, but I just never seem to use it
 
The Cento is pinned construction, so you need a fair amount of skill, patience and the right tools to take one apart, and even more to put it back together.

The parts kits are primarily because people taking the Enduras and Delicas apart tend to ruin the backspacers by improper reassembly. The scales are replacable, but the liners are nested into the FRN, which makes crafting new scales a bit tricky. It would be easier to make scales and liners together.
 
For EDC, either an Endura, Calypso Jr or Delica. (This is essentially what you asked for...)

For a 2nd EDC, Cricket or Dragonfly.

For SD, Harpy/Merlin or Civilian.
 
I will venture out and recommend the Para Military. Good steel, light, carries very well in the pocket, has good steel, and has that really fun to play with lock. I own several more expensive knives and I keep going back to the para. It is just about the perfect EDC folder, and my favorite part is it is American made.
 
Bulldog18 said:
My vote is for the spyderco USA Native. This knife comes in S30V steel and if you order it from Walmart.com you can get it for $39.48 plus tax and shipping which comes to under 50 bucks. I just got mine the other day and its the best deal around for an S30V blade steel knife which are usually twice that price. I like the blade shape and it has a nice choil for delicate work. You won't be dissapointed. Check it out!!
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Yes, get the Native. This will wet your appetite. Then you will want more. The Spdyie hole is a deep hole from which there is no return.
 
The Native (II) is actually my favorite all-around Spydie. It's a great knife.
 
Cenofante 4. Best bang for the buck and the most useful design for EDC I have found. Stronger than you would imagine as well. I have used mine for outdoor tasks that would normally be reserved for larger knives.
 
You'll probably end up getting a lot of different Spydercos :) but you can't go wrong with a Native. Fantastic deal in a very nice handy sized knife in S30V steel. Very useful blade shape. Less than $ 40 at Walmart. Ive got a couple of them and plan to get more to give as gifts. Enjoy what ever one you end up choosing. Regards, - -
 
Since it has not been mentioned...D'Allara Drop Point. Brilliant chunk of a knife if you fancy a versatile, hard working tool.
 
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