wave knives - yeah or neah ?

I've handled serveral autos, and I wasn't able to open any of them as quickly as a waved folder.
If a knife is nothing but a tool for you, you don't need it, but if you consider using a folder as a weapon for self-defence, go for something waved. It's a quicker and maybe even more reliable way of opening a folder in a stress situation.
If you don't need to get the knife out quickly, you can still draw it carefully without using the wave feature, so it won't wear out the corner your pockets.

I've got a waved Endura and I really like it. The only minor issue I have is that I don't get a very good "initial" grip on it after waving it open because of the shape of the handle or the position of the clip. Works much better with my Chinook II, which I "waved" by putting a zip tie throuh the Spyderhole.
Keep in mind you can do this to most Spydies that allow tip-up carry.
 
had one for a very short time and the reason was the wave, as a gun writer once said it's an answer for a problem that doesn't exist. just my .02
 
Another yes on the Wave. I have both the Spyderco Delica and Endura, like them both. Give one a try, you might love it, if it doesn't do it for you at least you'll know what the fuss is about, these are not expensive knives.

No one has mentioned the waves also work very well as bottle openers? Very fun.
 
Not tried one, and didn't think I had a use for one...but a bottle-opener you say? Hmmm :)
 
Malak said:
If a knife is nothing but a tool for you, you don't need it
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I disagree.
For ONE thing, it opens bottles(a tool use), and, if you only need it as a tool, you probably don't "NEED" titanium, mega-steel, exotic handle scale materials, one hand opening capability(except for certain tasks), and MAYBE not even a lock. You don't really "need" most of the features most of us look for in a quality knife.
For defense, if that's your intention, get a fixed blade knife of the maximum length allowed, folders are cool, but second place to fixed blades except for the fact you'll likely carry the folder more places because of comfort.
 
I like the wave feature, especially on spyders, but they're impractical for me--I carry my knives tucked in the right-most side of my back right pocket. The wave just doesn't work so well for back pocket carry, especially at that edge. That being said, I own one anyway. They're just too cool not to!
 
I carry one on my offhand side---sort of a 'weapon retention' accessory. I figure if someone should happen to notice my carry piece and decide they want to grab it then my waved Delica might go a long way toward discouraging such antisocial behavior.

I've also go an Emerson Commander that I rarely carry--too heavy-- but it's a whole lot of fun!
 
I have an Emerson 14 and non-knife friends think it's just about the coolest thing since sliced bread.

Like many people that posted here, I love the wave feature and would encourage you to try one out. However, I'll only carry mine with "tough" pants and carry an unwaved delica or a kershaw leek most of the time.
 
My vote is on the fence still. I love my Emerson commander, first waved knife I ever got, but it wasn't my last. I've used my dremel to create my own waves on several of my other knives.

It is a great feature to have for work or self defense, but if you are planning on doing any fine work or bushcraft with it I'd go for a regular blade. The wave will get in your way when trying to choke up on it.

I would suggest at least getting One waved knife to keep in your collection.
 
I have a CQC14 as well, and personally I don't care for the wave. Unfortunately or fortunately:confused: The CQC14 is pretty unique in that it has a 2.75" blade with a full size grip...I love the Ergo's, and I haven't been able to find anything similar....so I'll live with the wave:cool:

Davereb
 
Got an Emerson Commander with Wave quite awhile ago, but hadn't bought it specifically for the wave feature. It does work as advertised and very well - - fastest opening type folder. But, I see/use knives primarily as tools. And I very rarely carry a knife clipped to my front pocket so its not a feature that I really care about. - - -
 
stabman said:
I disagree.
For ONE thing, it opens bottles(a tool use), and, if you only need it as a tool, you probably don't "NEED" titanium, mega-steel, exotic handle scale materials, one hand opening capability(except for certain tasks), and MAYBE not even a lock. You don't really "need" most of the features most of us look for in a quality knife.
For defense, if that's your intention, get a fixed blade knife of the maximum length allowed, folders are cool, but second place to fixed blades except for the fact you'll likely carry the folder more places because of comfort.
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I know that you can open bottles with SOME waves, but IMHO that's a very limited use so I didn't mention it ;)

I agree that in most cases, you don't need these features if you use your knife as a tool, but I think you don't need high quality steel, black coating etc. on an SD knife either... just like you don't need a car that runs 150mph. I guess owning quality items makes you feel proud and confident, even if something cheaper would fit your needs just as well.

I absolutely agree that fixed blades are superior! However, there are people who prefer folders for comfort and to them, I recommend getting something waved.
 
CHP5 said:
Interesting - got a pic? Thx.
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Batteries of my digicam ran out, so I had to take this pic with my webcam, but I think it'll do. Click to enlarge:



Works almost as well as the real thing.
The bigger your zip tie, the better.
 
I have not gotten one yet. I am going to hold off until they combine the wave with assisted opening. I don't have one of those yet either.
 
Assuming that rapid deployment is the objective, an inertial, or "pop" opening technique is much faster and more reliable than a wave feature, or even an auto for that matter ... however it does require a bit of practice and skill, and does not work with all knives.
 
Dog of War said:
Assuming that rapid deployment is the objective, an inertial, or "pop" opening technique is much faster and more reliable than a wave feature, or even an auto for that matter ... however it does require a bit of practice and skill, and does not work with all knives.
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You can do that 'pop' with a waved knife as it is deployed ...I don't understand why people consider the wave unreliable when you still have the hole/disc/stud as well as the option of inertial opening.
 
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