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Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2
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I don't use 'em but I wonder why they omitted the feature.
The GB2 is a slick EDC. It doesn't feel "hard-use" so some may miss that. On the other hand, it has a more neutral balance and I really appreciate the slimmer profile.
I like to use small lanyards made from reflective paracord--makes it a lot easier to find in the dark if need be.
On balance I prefer the 2 though. EDC is the whole point of folding knives imo. If I can't conveniently carry it every day, it might as well be a fixed blade.
On balance I prefer the 2 though. EDC is the whole point of folding knives imo. If I can't conveniently carry it every day, it might as well be a fixed blade.
Just got my new 2 tonight, and have a few thoughts.
It feels smaller in hand, mostly due to the height of the handles (and maybe 1mm thinner). Weight is also significantly less - and interestingly, they were not as aggressive drilling holes in the liner. I think this is a good thing, as too light would shift the balance.
The grind is beautiful!
Opening and closing... on the fence.
I loosened my pivot a touch, and it opens easily. I am a bit bothered that the handle flares wider right at the hole when closed, effectively obstructing part it. I can imagine gloves will make it a bit difficult to open?
Closing is easier than my GB1, which I often needed two hands to close. Yes, I have sissy thumbs evidently. If I think about it, I can close the gb2 one handed without looking.
Seems kinda odd to me - if you have big strong thumbs, closing will be a cinch but opening may be a bit more difficult. Reverse is true. Not sure if some specimens have more or less lock bar tension?
Bottom line - I traded my gb1 a year ago, and the gb2 is a much better knife for me (ergos, weight, the fact that I can close it...). Biggest difference is I fell in love with the gb1 the first time I held it. The gb2 is more refined, but didn't hit me with that same jolt.
Just wanted to add - after about a week, both opening and closing are much easier. Maybe my thumbs are finally toughening up!
It feels smaller in hand, mostly due to the height of the handles (and maybe 1mm thinner). Weight is also significantly less - and interestingly, they were not as aggressive drilling holes in the liner. I think this is a good thing, as too light would shift the balance.
The grind is beautiful!
Opening and closing... on the fence.
I loosened my pivot a touch, and it opens easily. I am a bit bothered that the handle flares wider right at the hole when closed, effectively obstructing part it. I can imagine gloves will make it a bit difficult to open?
Closing is easier than my GB1, which I often needed two hands to close. Yes, I have sissy thumbs evidently. If I think about it, I can close the gb2 one handed without looking.
Seems kinda odd to me - if you have big strong thumbs, closing will be a cinch but opening may be a bit more difficult. Reverse is true. Not sure if some specimens have more or less lock bar tension?
Bottom line - I traded my gb1 a year ago, and the gb2 is a much better knife for me (ergos, weight, the fact that I can close it...). Biggest difference is I fell in love with the gb1 the first time I held it. The gb2 is more refined, but didn't hit me with that same jolt.
Just wanted to add - after about a week, both opening and closing are much easier. Maybe my thumbs are finally toughening up!
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Well, my GB2 just arrived - first experience with BladeHQ - they were absolutely wonderful! Came way before I expected and they threw in a small little gift.
Out of the box - I think everyone has already touched the differences - and they are all accurate, for the thumb hole is not to far down that it makes it hard to open, the lock - rather hard to depress I am guessing that it will get easier though, all in all - GB1 stays in safe, GB I am going to use as is for now, then force the patina that I talked about. I like it better as an EDC for the reasons others have stated as well.
Out of the box - I think everyone has already touched the differences - and they are all accurate, for the thumb hole is not to far down that it makes it hard to open, the lock - rather hard to depress I am guessing that it will get easier though, all in all - GB1 stays in safe, GB I am going to use as is for now, then force the patina that I talked about. I like it better as an EDC for the reasons others have stated as well.
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^ Nice pic!
Great photo mate!
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Drool worthy pic man.
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Nice shot! Just got mine yesterday and enjoyed using it as an EDC knife.
