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cchu518

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The more and more I just like my Delica...

I'm starting to think that its useless to graduate to a different knife when just one knife works out so well. The delica is just an awesome all around pocket carry in the modern folder category.
 
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cchu518 said:
The more and more I just like my Delica...

I'm starting to think that its useless to graduate to a different knife when just one knife works out so well. Thebduca is just an awesome all aeound pocket carry in the modern folder category.
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I could agree with you, but I would change the knife to a Para2. I think lots of us could agree with you but we would each name a different knife. The problem is that Spyderco makes so many interesting models that we have to buy more than just one. My EDC rotation had 4 different brands in it, but Spyderco is gradually taking over and increasing its percentages.
 
It's great to have a knife you really keep on liking...especially when it's around 50 bucks! I can't tell you how many times my satisfaction with cheaper knives has fueled me to sell my more expensive ones. It's like an endless cycle of sickness - but I ain't goin to the doctor. :cool:
 
I feel the same way, kinda. While the Delica remains my preferred EDC, it doesn't stop me from buying new blades, especially other Spydies. After I carry a new knife for a while I still come back to the Delica and I'm reminded why I like it so much. That's why I have 3 of them.
 
cchu518 said:
The more and more I just like my Delica...

I'm starting to think that its useless to graduate to a different knife when just one knife works out so well. Thebduca is just an awesome all aeound pocket carry in the modern folder category.
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In total agreement here. I sold two sprint PM2's, (kept a black and satin version just to have one), keeping my 2 versions of the Domino, but really think that my Delicas (currently numbering 4 of 'em) will pretty much do any of the small jobs I actually use a pocket knife for on a regular basis.
 
They're easier to carry for sure! I sold my domino just recently. Its a perfect beautiful knife. But the Delica is just a good work knife. And that has a lot of value in and of itself!
 
Although I have a PM2 that I'm very happy with, the only other knife I want right now is the Delica. A simple lock back that feels great in the hand and I will be buying one in a few weeks.
 
I completely understand this - for me, it's the Kershaw Leek. It was the first nice knife that I had, and although I've since had many much higher-end knives, I find I have to have at least one of them. I sold or gave away the few I had for a while, and kept missing it, so I just picked up a new composite blackwash model. It's nice to have a reminder of what your ideal EDC form is, even if you keep aspiring to nicer knives.
 
Got to agree, the Delica is quite possibly the best EDC knife design ever. I say that and I don't even carry one. Today, I carried a ZT 0300. My girlfriend carries one of several Delicas. I sharpened two of them for her last night. Truly an excellent design.
 
There are so many great Spyderco knives it is difficult to choose one as the be-all and do-all model. I agree that the Delica is a great knife that fills the bill most of the time for most of the people.
 
Another Delica love thread....

...and well deserved! I agree with OP, I love knives and collect/use/appreciate a wide range but the Delica is a very ideal 3 inch EDC for me. I can live with it and it's capabilities for sure.
 
I was about to get my first delica, and then I spotted the Kahr arms edition. I absolutely love its blade shape, but it's not sold here in the uk. If I got a regular delica, do you think it's possible I could grind down the blade and get it matching?
 
Hi Cchu518,

The Delica is a very special model. Originally designed in-house, but refined over more than 20 years by comments from our customers.

sal
 
Sal Glesser said:
Hi Cchu518,

The Delica is a very special model. Originally designed in-house, but refined over more than 20 years by comments from our customers.

sal
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Thanks Sal. Are there any plans to make small changes to the Delica in the near future? I'm not sure what kind of changes would be made but I am just curious to know what you think at this point.
 
Sal Glesser said:
Hi Cchu518,

The Delica is a very special model. Originally designed in-house, but refined over more than 20 years by comments from our customers.

sal
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I'm an engineer by trade, Sal, and your constant attention to the details have refined this design into something truly special. I think between us, my girlfriend and I have four or five Delicas.

Well done.
 
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