Why was the Spyderco sales subforum deleted?

[Hashishiin]

Hello, I was aware that some years back, there was a Spyderco sale section in a similar way you see one for Carothers, or other brands, I doubt lack of use was the reason for removal, I would however suspect fakes to be.

Secondary question, do you guys disclose how a company gets the opportunity to have their own subforum on the Exchange?
I was thinking certain companies, if in good standing with BF, could be offered a subforum for a fee, or if sales of X brand knife are taking up majority space on the usual Exchange, so it is a matter of prudency as much as courtesy or convenience? But I don't know.

I just have a curiosity, hope this is the right place to ask. Thanks for any info!

 

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[hhmoore]

Hello, I was aware that some years back, there was a Spyderco sale section in a similar way you see one for Carothers, or other brands, I doubt lack of use was the reason for removal, I would however suspect fakes to be.

A spyderco sales section here would have been before my time (basically 9 yrs). Manufacturers or Makers can sell in their own subforums. Makers can also use their specific section of the Exchange. Some, like Carothers, utilize both options.

I was thinking certain companies, if in good standing with BF, could be offered a subforum for a fee, or if sales of X brand knife are taking up majority space on the usual Exchange, so it is a matter of prudency as much as courtesy or convenience? But I don't know.

I just have a curiosity, hope this is the right place to ask. Thanks for any info!

Company specific sections on the Exchange have been driven by high volume - CRK, Buck, and Busse are the ones that come to mind. I've seen requests for others made by the membership, and Spark's response was something akin to Show me the need - if the volume justifies it, I'll do it.

 

[rycen]

There hasn’t been a specific Spyderco sale section since I’ve been here.