Recently received a new Native and today, I received a Para Military. Here are some pics:
Native:
Para:
I had a Native III and decided I owed myself one of the earlier models. I really like the black finish applied by Spyderco, as opposed to the thick, crinkle coat spoooge applied some makers of "tactical" knives.
This Native's blade was rubbing against both scales, so I took some sandpaper to the FRN to relieve them a little. All is well now.
I've no experience yet with the Para but, as expected, fit and finish are great. Opens and closes smoothly and the sharp blade is centered nicely between the scales.
The oil spot shown in the picture is invisible to the naked eye...at least my old eyes.
The Para is quite a bit lighter than the similarly sized Mini-Manix and, if I can get used to tip down carry, will see some pocket time.
Thanks for looking.
Native:
Para:
I had a Native III and decided I owed myself one of the earlier models. I really like the black finish applied by Spyderco, as opposed to the thick, crinkle coat spoooge applied some makers of "tactical" knives.
This Native's blade was rubbing against both scales, so I took some sandpaper to the FRN to relieve them a little. All is well now.
I've no experience yet with the Para but, as expected, fit and finish are great. Opens and closes smoothly and the sharp blade is centered nicely between the scales.
The oil spot shown in the picture is invisible to the naked eye...at least my old eyes.
The Para is quite a bit lighter than the similarly sized Mini-Manix and, if I can get used to tip down carry, will see some pocket time.
Thanks for looking.
