Spyderco Mamba

I've got the same issues with the DLC as mentioned earlier, I don't care for that look even new.
Different steel? This one kinda screams for something other than S30V IMO.
Spiff up the pivot hardware. Purely aesthetic but would set this one off.
But if the intention of collab's is to draw attention to the designer they definitely hit the mark with me. Saving up for a Brend now.
 
I agree^ there's not a thing wrong with s30v but in a knife like this (and the Rubicon) I would have preferred to see a more uncommon steel used, even CTS-XHP.
 
BellaBlades said:
The grind did not allow the blade to be sharpened all the way back. Leaving a good 1/4 of blade dull near the choil, that should be addressed.
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Am I the only one concerned with this? Are you going to be happy with a dull blade after a little use?
 
I love the Mamba, and agree that CTS-204P or S110V would have made it near-perfect in my book. But the MSRP of $539.95 and retail of 290$ at KW makes it the second most expensive Spyderco reg. ed., ahead of GOAT-candidate the Slysz Bowie and the beautiful Rubicon, which also would have benefitted from CTS-204P/XHP or S90V, both MSRP $499.95. The highest priced Spyderco is the Chaparral Stepped Titanium, MSRP $564.95...

Until the Nirvana debuts, that is; a full titanium integral with 3D contouring and an S90V stonewashed blade -- it will likely have an MSRP of $599.99+, and will be worth every cent. The Nirvana puts Spyderco even with or slightly ahead of ZT: the first US Ti-integral, super-steel, bearings. Even without a sculpted Ti pocket-clip, the Nirvana puts a regular edition Spydercco at a level ZT only reaches with its best limited editions; with it, it's easily better than most Mid-techs, and close to Shirogorov. The Mamba is looking to accomplish something similar.
 
Walter Brend Need's No Introduction, He's the MAN !!!! Not Too Big and Not Too Heavy !! Unlike most people, I plan on carrying/using this Bad Boy for work and EDC. Im a Fireman/Paramedic and I'm sure this will serve me well.
 
Sikael said:
I love the Mamba, and agree that CTS-204P or S110V would have made it near-perfect in my book. But the MSRP of $539.95 and retail of 290$ at KW makes it the second most expensive Spyderco reg. ed., ahead of GOAT-candidate the Slysz Bowie and the beautiful Rubicon, which also would have benefitted from CTS-204P/XHP or S90V, both MSRP $499.95. The highest priced Spyderco is the Chaparral Stepped Titanium, MSRP $564.95...

Until the Nirvana debuts, that is; a full titanium integral with 3D contouring and an S90V stonewashed blade -- it will likely have an MSRP of $599.99+, and will be worth every cent. The Nirvana puts Spyderco even with or slightly ahead of ZT: the first US Ti-integral, super-steel, bearings. Even without a sculpted Ti pocket-clip, the Nirvana puts a regular edition Spydercco at a level ZT only reaches with its best limited editions; with it, it's easily better than most Mid-techs, and close to Shirogorov. The Mamba is looking to accomplish something similar.
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You realize the Nirvana is coming from Taichung, yes?
 
The only thing keeping me from getting this one is the flipper factor. I do not like flippers. It's still a great looking knife. And I'd be more than happy with S30V.
 
blade man said:
You realize the Nirvana is coming from Taichung, yes?
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I'm very aware of that. I didn't say US-made. Spyderco is still an American company, which distinguishes this release from the excellent LionSteel Italian integrals. It might be a small distinction, but still...
 
Sikael said:
I'm very aware of that. I didn't say US-made. Spyderco is still an American company, which distinguishes this release from the excellent LionSteel Italian integrals. It might be a small distinction, but still...
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No, that makes sense. Just thought you meant US made, and hated to burst your bubble if you didn't realize it was made in Taiwan. I'd prefer American made, but damn if the Taichung factory doesn't put out some of the nicest cutlery on the planet. My Slysz is pretty much perfect. People are complaining about the prices, imagine if they were made here! I'm happy that our money is going to a U.S. company. 👍🏻
 
blade man said:
Because S30V is such an outdated and terrible steel. Fancier is great, but c'mon.
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S30V is fine, but Spyderco regularly uses better steels on cheaper knives, and the Mamba is far from a typical knife. Better, in this case, means CTS-204P, S90V or S110V. You could argue that S30V is a perfect all-around choice, which is why it's the 'standard' steel of the Golden knives. But the dozens of sprint runs every year that swap out the standard S30V on models like the PM2 and Military for M390, and the lightweight versions of the Manix 2 and Native in S110V, are evidence of how popular these steels are... which is why using S90V for the Nirvana is a good idea.
 
blade man said:
No, that makes sense. Just thought you meant US made, and hated to burst your bubble if you didn't realize it was made in Taiwan. I'd prefer American made, but damn if the Taichung factory doesn't put out some of the nicest cutlery on the planet. My Slysz is pretty much perfect. People are complaining about the prices, imagine if they were made here! I'm happy that our money is going to a U.S. company. ����
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I agree on all counts... I'm not American (Canadian), but I prefer American made knives, mostly for reasons of quality. That said, the Taiwan factory has won me over, and the Slysz Bowie is a huge part of that. It's my favorite Spyderco so far, and pretty damn close to perfect. :thumbup:
 
On a Blade Like this ??? From Walter Brend no less !!! Sure, S30V is a good steel but this Blade deserves better !! It's not Rocket Science !! Sorry you don't get that Blade Man !!
 
I haven't heard anything new. But I want one. I know it will be expensive and have the ever-so-popular-to-poo-poo S30V steel, but it's not like I'm going to use it anyway, so it doesn't really matter.
 
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