Spyderco?

Ive looked at them hard and i like this one so far.

Spyderco Bill Moran ~ FB02
 
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To me, one of the biggest differences is Sal, the owner, and primary driving force behind spyderco knives is very much a knife aficionado. More so than a guy that's in it to make a truckload of money, or become the biggest in the industry.

Look at the products. The pricing philosophy. The projects he brings to us like the Mules in different steels at the lowest price possible so we can test different steels for ourselves.

You can also compare the ergonomics and edge quality each knife ships with from Spyderco. All designed for performance not trends or profit.

Look at his list of firsts in the industry.

Sure, He's developed his base of devoted collectors. He'll be the first to tell you the spyderco knife is more designed for other aficionados and some just don't get it.

I get the idea he doesn't mind though. I really don't think he cares to be the biggest knife company or richest guy.

If you want to set your personal bar higher for sharp knives, start carrying spydercos. You will never be satisfied with dull knives again.
 
BugsBunny said:
They are a top of the line company based in Golden, CO. Excellent products, customer service, reasonable prices, etc...

Also, the company was the first to put a clip on a knife, have the first one-handed opener, and have the first serrations on blades. They are pioneers in the knife world.

IMHO, they are the best company out there for knives.
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I could be wrong, but I believe Paul Poehlmann has that distinction.;)
 
Quality of Spyderco design and manufacturing giving us quality of use.
 
yup, spyderco products are very high quality. its hard to tell from pics sometimes, you really have to inspect one personally.
 
You have to see for yourself. For the money, they're best product, IMO. Good, rugged, hard use knives, built well, with great Customer Service. And Sal is a contributing member, right here on the forums. :thumbup:

I just bought a couple of used Enduras recently, and now I understand why so many love 'em.

They're all good; the real fun is figuring which ones are your favorites. (Yes - I predict there will be lots of them you like.)

thx - cpr
 
Good steel, quality manufacturing, and excellent engineering. I own a few and I wouldn't classify any of them as "cool," or "classy," or "sexy." I would describe all of them as efficient. All feature high quality blade steels with a good heat treat, an appropriate grind, a secure lock (I don't own any Slip-its), and a comfortable handle that can usually be gripped in several different ways.

Plus, it's kind of cool as a steel junkie to buy knives from a guy who's also a steel junkie. ;)
 
Dave Rishar said:
Good steel, quality manufacturing, and excellent engineering. I own a few and I wouldn't classify any of them as "cool," or "classy," or "sexy." I would describe all of them as efficient. All feature high quality blade steels with a good heat treat, an appropriate grind, a secure lock (I don't own any Slip-its), and a comfortable handle that can usually be gripped in several different ways.

Plus, it's kind of cool as a steel junkie to buy knives from a guy who's also a steel junkie. ;)
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I used to think spydies were butt ugly. I had never liked the look of them. However, I bought one and fell in love with it. Now they really appeal to me. Funny how things can change so much. Spyderco is a great company that makes great knives. You won't be dissapointed.
 
IMO they make a variety of knives to suit almost every person out there, they give you bang for your buck, many of their knives are built to work and work, some people may consider them to look ugly, but once you have one in your hand, you will understand why it is like that, the handles of many of their work knives feel like they are moulded from your hand.
 
tlong said:
A Tenacious and Persistence are next. I may be able to lend those out for 20 seconds without stressing out. Maybe not:grumpy:
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If I had a Tenacious or Persistence....wait a minute......if someone gave me one....i'd give it to someone else. I'll pass on the Chinese stuff......GARBAGE:barf:
 
13ninjas said:
If I had a Tenacious or Persistence....wait a minute......if someone gave me one....i'd give it to someone else. I'll pass on the Chinese stuff......GARBAGE:barf:
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You haven't owned a Tenacious but you assume it is garbage just because it is made in China? It shows your ignorance, China doesn't make the knife, the workers of the factory does, Chinese workers have the same capabilities as American workers if they have the proper training.
 
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13ninjas said:
If I had a Tenacious or Persistence....wait a minute......if someone gave me one....i'd give it to someone else. I'll pass on the Chinese stuff......GARBAGE:barf:
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I guarantee you that if it did not say China on the blade, you would not for one second believe that it was made anywhere other than Colorado. :rolleyes:
 
yeah what everyone else said. Something I feel is often left out when discussing SPydercos kick buttness is how 99% of all their models have a significant amount of finger protection. I dont use my knife like a goon, and even if i did I doubt the lock would ever fail, but if it did, and your holding the knife right, than more than likely your fingers will be safe. I use to have a BM with an axis and the thought of that sharp, pointy bottom of the edge coming down on my phalanges gave me nightmares.
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13ninjas said:
If I had a Tenacious or Persistence....wait a minute......if someone gave me one....i'd give it to someone else. I'll pass on the Chinese stuff......GARBAGE:barf:
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noob. Dont trash it till you use it. I bet over half the stuff you own is made in china.
 
Dekz said:
I guarantee you that if it did not say China on the blade, you would not for one second believe that it was made anywhere other than Colorado. :rolleyes:
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I don't know if that would be good or bad. :confused:
Good for Chinese-made knife sales and bad for American-made sales?
Are you saying the Tenacious is just as good as Golden product?
 
Jaben620 said:
I see from viewing the forums and threads that Spyderco knives are quite popular. I havnt heard of them until joining this forum.

Why is Spyderco so popular? What is it about them?
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For a long time after becoming a knife nut, I never liked the looks of Spydercos. But after I got my first, (Tenacious), I understood why they are so popular.

My resistance was mostly due to not realizing that the Spyderhole is usually easier to use than most thumb studs. Part of what gives the knives their unique look is a wide, leaf-shaped blade, but it serves an important function.

The hole positioned at the top of the wide blade gives your thumb great leverage. Also, the great fit & finish results in a wicked fast deployment. They are designed with ergonomics as the first priority.

Once you get one, you'll see why it is probably the most popular inexpensive production knife amongst afficionados. (this being relative, some think $100 - $130 is way too much!) But they cover every price from $10 up to a couple hundred. From China imports to made in the U.S.A.

There are some people that just aren't fans, I can respect that, but it's usually someone who doesn't own at least one.
 
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