C105 Persian 75mm - What a beauty!

[Ted]

Got this one yesterday (thanks! - you know who you are!)

I think this is the most beautifull affordable Spyderco! I love it! Excellent size for EDC. Classy but very solid look.



http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/persian.jpg



And I improved my lightbox, the light is more diffused. And I'm finally getting good results of my new DSLR (KM5D). But, now I need a real 1:1 macro lens!

[Tim8557]

Beautiful picture. Magazine quality. Are you a commercial photographer?

I just purchased 2 of the large Persians but they are too large for my taste. I'm trying to find this new smaller version for EDC.

[The Deacon]

Great picture Ted. The 75mm Persian is very much a "gent's knife". The thinner blade, bolsters and scales make it not only noticeably smaller than the C83, but considerably thinner as well.

[pjrocco]

Great shot Ted....

I have yet to recieve my #033 Persian 75mm.. My dealer has no clue when they are going to be in... :sad:

[TurnerIII]

Nice pic and really nice looker!

But how is it to open?

I had a full sized Persian that was a bit tight and stiff to open. And without a way to customize it (screw) I traded it out, I just got used to the liner locks - and my adjustable Manix(s) and Chinook(s) II which open smoothly and easly.

[Woody]

I agree with ya there Ted.... The C105 is an outstanding knife... I love mine.... Great for EDC... BTW, Great pic there... Very nice...

[spydutch]

Very nice pics Ted :cool:

Beautiful knife indeed ;)

[Carlos]

Nice pic and really nice looker!

But how is it to open?

I had a full sized Persian that was a bit tight and stiff to open. And without a way to customize it (screw) I traded it out, I just got used to the liner locks - and my adjustable Manix(s) and Chinook(s) II which open smoothly and easly.

I found it a bit stiff. But I am a linerlock fan.

[WORKER#9]

Ted looks like that new camera is working out for you! Nice Picture!!!

[ghostrider]

Great pic Ted. Congrats on the new knife and thanks for sharing.

[smcfalls13]

Oh man, now I'm going to have to get a 75mm Persian.

I'm so weak willed :p

[Axlis]

That is an awesome picture Ted, congrats on the Persian!

[s0rce]

I wish the spydie hole was bigger on that knife, I just think it would look better. (Not to mention for people who actually use knives, a bit easier to open with gloves or when your frozen in Canada)

[JoeKansas]

Ted, does the 75 mm Persian have the same upswept tip as the full sized Persian? I can't tell from the pictures.

Thanks, Joe

[Senate]

wow wow wow :eek:
:cool: Ted's pictures are back, nothing to add... :cool:

[The Deacon]

Ted, does the 75 mm Persian have the same upswept tip as the full sized Persian? I can't tell from the pictures.

Thanks, Joe
Posted the shots below in another thread last week. Nowhere near the quality of Ted's, but perhaps they'll give you an idea of the relative sizes and shapes of the C105 and C83.


http://paulberetta.com/images/knives3/new_prod_persians_both.jpg

Will just add that the C105 is also quite noticeably thinner. Combination of 2.5mm blade and relatively thin bolsters and scales reduce the thickness by around 1/16" ~ 3/32".

[NorthShore]

nice blade! :spyder:

it's on my soon to get list for sure :D

[cmassicotte]

Wow! Really great pic Ted. Can't wait till I can get my hands on the real thing.

Chuck

[JoeKansas]

Thanks for the pictures and info Deacon , that's exactly what I needed to see!!

Thanks, Joe

[Rob]

Ted, that's really a stunning picture of a beautiful knife! That pic finally convinced me that I NEED a lightbox :D

Keep up the good work!

Cheers, Rob

[dialex]

Thanks for the great pics guys. Ed makes some awsome knives.

[224477]

Ted, I think I wont lie, when I said your pics are the best which I have seen here.
You should start making pics for blade magazines.
My hat is off.

[Ted]

Thanks all - and no, I'm no pro photographer, it's just a hobby.
Knives are an easy subject, they fit in a lightbox and they sit still - my 2 year old daughter does not ... :rolleyes:
Paul - thanks for answering all the questions! ;)
Ted

[DAYWALKER]

Hallo Ted!

Oh man...great pic as always!!! :eek:

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy...I *gotta* get one of those!

God bless :cool:

[Stevie Ray]

Mine came in yesterday. What a great little knife. Whoever called it a gentleman's folder was right. I'm betting that it's going to be sheeple friendly too.

[V-1]

I've been enjoying my 75 mm Persian everyday since the middle of Dec. '05. I've carried it everyday since it's came in and it's performed beautifully as a cutting tool. I just wanted to bump this back to the top so others can at least enjoy the pictures. :D And maybe it'll motivate someone to purchase on of these fine tools. Gotta do something with that tax return check. :D

This knife is truly a great design for an EDC. I like that it has no jimping to break up the smooth lines. Much easier on the hands and pockets too. I appreciate the bolster guard and shape of the handle. It provides a very superb grip and allows the knife to be comfortable in MANY different grips for utility use. Of course, the build quality is unbelievable. Moki sure makes some fine knives for Spyderco.

All around a keeper for sure.

[Ed Schempp]

I'm glad that you are enjoying the knife. I got to meet Ted in Europe and received a print of this picture, great background and composition, nice photo. I really appreciate Ted's archival efforts. Spyderco has a lot of history; Ted's pictoral archive is a great reference to a very interesting evolution, expressed in knives. Thanks Ted...Take Care...Ed

[spydutch]

After handling Ed's at the A'dam show, I'm seriously thinking of getting one.

The knife really sticks to my big hands, waay better than the big one(for me that is ;) ). Furthermore it's a real piece of cutlery art

A pity it doesn't come fully serrated, otherwise I would already have one :p

So, too bad for the "serration society" Zen( :D ), but I'm seriously considering ;)

[Mr Blonde]

I got mine yesterday. After hearing mr Schempp's design ideas about his knives, and handling one again, it became a must have. First things that stand out; it's thinner compared to the big brother and remarkably smooth opener. I expected a break in period.

I like it alot.

Wouter