Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
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I'm looking forward to this one as well, but based on Sal's comment on 7/5 that they were just beginning to tool up for them, I'm guessing that it will be six months to a year, or longer, before we see them hitting the shelves.tap78 wrote:Any update on this one? When it will be released? I want it badly :) )))
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Thanks Deacon, now I should be more patient...
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Hey Paul, I'm curious if you're trial with the new Stretch included the pocket clip since I've seen your posts saying you always remove them and carry inside your backpocket (which I've found to be good advice.)
I carry my zdp Stretch clipless and I've grown accustomed to the thin grip. I just took my clipped vg10 version out of the box and the pivot area seems relatively wide and cumbersome. In my medium/small hands, a deeper choil might be handy with the added width of the clip in my palm. I don't have much more to add, just a thought.
p.s. just looked back and found your quote about the clip in hand so my question's answered but I still thought I'd weigh in (also did you try using the new one clipless as well?)
I carry my zdp Stretch clipless and I've grown accustomed to the thin grip. I just took my clipped vg10 version out of the box and the pivot area seems relatively wide and cumbersome. In my medium/small hands, a deeper choil might be handy with the added width of the clip in my palm. I don't have much more to add, just a thought.
p.s. just looked back and found your quote about the clip in hand so my question's answered but I still thought I'd weigh in (also did you try using the new one clipless as well?)
The Deacon wrote: One final observation - I'm not sure how folks who are right handed and set their knives up for RH/TU carry stand the clip when they're cutting. Mounted that way it served fairly well as a finger rest when I was cutting left handed, but when I tried a few cuts right handed the **** thing was digging into my palm like crazy.
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Hi Duke, I left the clip on because I did not want to tinker with a knife that was not mine. However, other than when I set up that shot to show the relative exposure of it and the current versions when carried tip up, I carried it loose in my pocket.Buendia518 wrote:Hey Paul, I'm curious if you're trial with the new Stretch included the pocket clip since I've seen your posts saying you always remove them and carry inside your backpocket (which I've found to be good advice.)
I carry my zdp Stretch clipless and I've grown accustomed to the thin grip. I just took my clipped vg10 version out of the box and the pivot area seems relatively wide and cumbersome. In my medium/small hands, a deeper choil might be handy with the added width of the clip in my palm. I don't have much more to add, just a thought.
p.s. just looked back and found your quote about the clip in hand so my question's answered but I still thought I'd weigh in (also did you try using the new one clipless as well?)
Paul
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He convinced me too; it's my most pocketed knife. I'm not sure I'll buy the next iteration but I'm sure to a new user it will be an excellent knife.Axlis wrote:Thanks for the pics and thoughts, Paul, you did an excellent job as always to convince me that I really need a Stretch.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
Bumping this for an update?
I have grown surprisingly fond of my Superblue Stretch (my first Stretch) in the last few weeks. In pictures it always looked slightly odd, but now that I have used one for a while I "get it". It's a hair more comfy in my hand than **gasp** the PM2, and the blade thickness, actually lack of thickness, and shape is very useful. Definitely plan to buy the new ZDP G10 version.
I have grown surprisingly fond of my Superblue Stretch (my first Stretch) in the last few weeks. In pictures it always looked slightly odd, but now that I have used one for a while I "get it". It's a hair more comfy in my hand than **gasp** the PM2, and the blade thickness, actually lack of thickness, and shape is very useful. Definitely plan to buy the new ZDP G10 version.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
ZDP G10 version Stretch !!! Did I miss something ? I kick myself almost everyday for not purchasing the discontinued CF ZDP189 Stretch so a ZDP189 G10 Stretch should heal my frustration.Second to superblue, ZDP189 is my favorite steel.Please tell me it's a bombshell !Brock O Lee wrote:Bumping this for an update?
I have grown surprisingly fond of my Superblue Stretch (my first Stretch) in the last few weeks. In pictures it always looked slightly odd, but now that I have used one for a while I "get it". It's a hair more comfy in my hand than **gasp** the PM2, and the blade thickness, actually lack of thickness, and shape is very useful. Definitely plan to buy the new ZDP G10 version.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
I guess it was a bombshell back in May... :)
Here's the original thread:
http://www.spyderco.com/forumII/viewtop ... 10+stretch" target="_blank
Here's the original thread:
http://www.spyderco.com/forumII/viewtop ... 10+stretch" target="_blank
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Everyone have own preferences but the Stretch I consider as a multipurpose edc knife with a very versatile blade. Such a knife needs a choil.DeathBySnooSnoo wrote: It's nice looking, I like the little more belly and the extra handle length...but not being a fan of choils, I'm not overly thrilled by it. I gotta say I'd love to see a completely choil-less version of the Stretch. I would probably be set for life...
I like the Stretch but I'm not a fan of the used lock.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
Is this model scheduled for production? That may be my perfect Spyderco
Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
It is scheduled for production.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
I've really been waiting and looking forward to this one!sal wrote:It is scheduled for production.
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Can we please have a hint as to which quarter it might be shipped? Q4 2014 or Q1,2,3 2015? :D
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
When I know, you'll know.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
By "production" do you mean limited production (Sprint), or regular full production? I think this thing would be full production worthy.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
I'm anxious to see if it will kick my FRN ZDP Stretch to the curb. I'm very much looking forward to this knife. My guess is somewhere around the middle of next year, which is fine. I can live with green till then.
Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
It is scheduled for regular production to test the changes. If accepted, then we'll tool up for an FRN version. The longevity of the G-10 version will depend on sales after the FRN version comes out.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
That is absolutely fantastic!sal wrote:It is scheduled for regular production to test the changes. If accepted, then we'll tool up for an FRN version. The longevity of the G-10 version will depend on sales after the FRN version comes out.
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Re: Brown G-10 Stretch "Test Model" observations
Thanks for the update Sal.
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