Which Slipit?

[jday2727]

Hey everyone, I'm looking to get a Spyderco slipjoint. I previously had a UKPK in Gin1 steel, but the spring was too weak. I'm not sure which one to get, as it won't be carried a lot unless legally need be or I just feel like carrying something different.
I liked the UKPK alot except for the weak spring. I like the looks of the Pingo, and the Roadie looks good too. Wouldn't mind the Spy DK or squeak either. Which one would you guys recommend?

 

[Liquid Cobra]

If you liked the old gin1 UKPK, then you should absolutely get the new ffg BD-1 UKPK. They updated the spring so that it is way stronger than before. Like night and day. It's still made in golden, and just a great knife.


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[inkynate]

I only have the older UKPKs, but the new flat-ground UKPKs reportedly also have a redsigned, stiffer spring.

Good luck on your search!

**lol, too slow **

 

[DocT]

The spring on the Pingo is perfect. I had a Squeak but it was too weak.

 

[carbonsteelfan]

A spyderco Grass hopper was my slipjoint EDC back when l lived in London

 

[Rare blade]

I vote pingo

 

[bigelox]

I like the Roadie a lot if you don't mind the small blade. Very convenient and well thought-out. Maybe take a look at the Urban as well. It's my favorite Slipit and the spring is strong on the lightweight version.

 

[brownshoe]

Bob-T. Not made any more, but still available.

 

[TheSavageChavez]

I second the Urban. The spring is very strong on mine. Such a capable little knife.