Spyderco Endura Stainless VS FFG

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I was wondering if anyone could compare these for me. I understand the stainless one will weigh more, but thats what I like in a knife. But is it too much?
 
The stainless one is also pinned, so you can't take it apart. The blade grind is lower, so it won't slice as well. And of course, the grip and weight are unfavorable. I'd go with the FFG.
 
If absolute strength and durability is what you want, albeit constructed such that it pretty much forces you to do little more than clean it under running water, add lubricant every now and then to the pivot, and sharpening, then stainless steel is a good choice. Possiblities for engraving, bead-blasting/grooveing for grip, etc are also there if that matters to you.

If you like a better balance to the knife, less weight, and a sharper edge geometry, FFG in FRN is an excellent choice, especially if you thin out the primary bevel behind the edge. The different colors available are also a plus.

For the best of both worlds (sort of) - I'd get the G-10 FFG version of the Endura.
 
Tsujigiri said:
The stainless one is also pinned, so you can't take it apart. The blade grind is lower, so it won't slice as well. And of course, the grip and weight are unfavorable. I'd go with the FFG.
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You really shouldn't take a Spyderco apart due to warranty issues though.

I personally prefer the FFN models...lighter, and for their design plenty strong enough for anything you'd rationally do with a knife designed as such.
 
J_Curd said:
You really shouldn't take a Spyderco apart due to warranty issues though.

I personally prefer the FFN models...lighter, and for their design plenty strong enough for anything you'd rationally do with a knife designed as such.
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Agreed. Also, I'm not sure the SS model is any stronger than the FRN ones.
 
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