Warming up to the Spyderco design

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Having read Mike Janich's book and started seeing his videos are making me take another look at Spyderco knives. Even though the copywright is from 1996, a compelling argument is made.

Since he's very concerned wtih lock-up, I must assume that Spyderco knives have a solid lockup. And seeing him demonstrate various opening techniques shows that Spyderco's can be opened in ALL the ways a person would want to learn. In addition to this is the availability of drones for practice and ambidextrous handling and everything seems to add up to a nice package.

He is using the Police model in the book and video. Do police really carry this? How does this model compare with the Keating designed Chinook? Are they available with opposite pocket clips for truly left use? Inquiring minds want to know! ;)

So wrapping it all up, I've never really liked the Spyderco look, but the attributes are starting to make it look pretty good.
 
Boink,

I can't address your questions directly, but I think you'll find that Spyderco has combination of ingenious design, quality manufacturing, and price that can't be beat.

There are so many models, and each one excels at the tasks it was designed for. Start by finding the right one for you (left hand use?) and for your uses (defense?). I tink you'll be very happy with it.

Regards,

Johnny
 
Well, here's what I went to the store for, here's what I got and here's what I am wishing upon:

I went for the Delica, wound up buying an Endura (along with the training drone version), but really wanted and am coveting the G-10 covered police model in a LEFTY (if it is possible!)

The young lady at the store will check for me on Monday by calling Spyderco. Also saw the BM AFCK, which came a close second and WAS left, but was a bit heavier and did not have as much blade for grab for certain openings.

Who knows, I may wind up getting a righty version of the G-10 Police and have a friend drill and tap the handle to switch the clip position for lefty carry.

Have to say, this stuff is sharp as sh*t!!
 
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