We need to start an H-1 Cult ;)

[MacTech]

I know I'm not the only one here who *loves* H-1 steel, I think we should start a "Cult** Of H-1" just like we have the Hawkbill Cult**, basically try to promote the benefits of H-1 steel, much like the Brotherhood of the Hawkbill promotes the benefits of Hawkbills....

I'm pretty sure we can count on Hannibal, JD Spydo and Spydutch to be in on this, but anyone's welcome to join, don't worry, it's the *good* kind of cult, all you need to do to join is give an H-1 knife a try....

"Join Us........Join Us......Join Us"
Resistance is Futile ;)

[Capt. Carl]

Send me a tasman and I'll think about it. ;)

[wec12]

Oops...It's MacTech again :) . Salt I was my first Spydie and hope my Yellow PE Tasman will be here tomorrow:D .

The reason why I like H-1 is it's carefree feature. Light weight and the ability to perform most of my cutting. My Salt I is my main EDC. It cuts food, letters, boxes and serves as a "pointer" in the anatomy lab :rolleyes: . Sounds disgusting, right? Don't worry... It won't rust. So I just wash it thoroughly after touching cadavers.

Pretty sure my incoming Yellow Tasman will become my EDC... Hope it won't make me look girly :o .

[JD Spydo]

Did I hear someone calling me :D Hey dude this is the CHOIR you are preaching to :cool: And I was one that was really skeptical about H-1 when it first came out. Now it is not my favorite blade steel but I do have a special place for it as a user and as nice addition/selection for the overall Spyderco line up. I carry a yellow handled TaSMAN each day. I use it at least once every day. I actually find it's edge holding ability a pleasant surprise. It's not as good as ZDP-189 >> but darn few blade steels even come close to that one.

Yes I'm a member of the HaWKbiLL CuLt. And I will take a membership in this one too. I think a new and re-designed fillet knife would be great to use H-1 with. But do keep in mind that this is a specialty steel. But that's what I like about the great Spyder factory. They know how to fill voids and they know what to do with specialized materials like H-1 :cool:

[deeker]

Spyderco should come up with a small H-1 knife - Cricket sized.

That's all I have to say about that.

[sgp_knifenut]

... does the initiation into this cult involve bloodletting (spyderbites)?

:p

[zenheretic]

Unto the unbelievers the H-1st did descend, the truth of freedom from oxidation so sayeth the H-1st speak.

[Dr. Snubnose]

Well if we have a cult for H-1 then we will need one for VG-10 and then ZDP and on and on, then there will be too many people in the compound....Doc:p

[zenheretic]

Well if we have a cult for H-1 then we will need one for VG-10 and then ZDP and on and on, then there will be too many people in the compound....Doc:p
We better stock up on Tang and ruffage then...

[riot77]

Picking up my first H-1 model this week. Yellow SE Tasman! :eek: Induct me into your brotherhood!:D

[rcbalt2]

I'm a beliver in the holy power of H-1.

[Harry White]

consider me and my yellow pacific PE members of the cult, the cult of rust-proof-ality!

[spydutch]

Count me in MacTech;)

You can't beat a fully serrated H1 blade:)

If it only didn't scratch so easily.....:(

[TheKnifeCollector]

Count me in!! I have the Salt 1 and the Pacific Salt. It is great to have a knife that I CAN take to the beach and wear in the water and not have to worry about it.

[Ed Schempp]

If you are really serious about this deal you need to contact Peter Jhones and get the paper work signed and be sure and pay your $50, to get your cult on the list of approved cults. You get a free picture of the hole as a bonus, if you act now...LOL...Ed

[SoCal Operator]

Unto the unbelievers the H-1st did descend, the truth of freedom from oxidation so sayeth the H-1st speak.
You know, I wasn't going to join, but after I read what Zen said, it all just made sense! :p Seriously, count me in. My Tasman is currently the workhorse of the fleet (it's got the scars to prove it), and I'm looking at getting a second Salt for Christmas to leave in my car. Problem is, I can't decide which one.:confused:

[DFD04]

sign me up! I love my Tasman and I'm getting another salt as soon as more $ comes.

[MacTech]

the "Commandments" of the Cult Of H-1 (feel free to add to them)

1; The Cult Of H-1 welcomes *ALL* knife users, the Gospel Of H-1 should be available to all who are willing to hear

2; Thou shalt carry and use *at least* ONE H-1 knife in thy EDC array

3; Thou shalt keep thy H-1 blade as sharp as thou canst, Sharpness is attained by the Holy Acts of Sharpening and Stropping

4; Thou shalt not worry about the Demon known as "Bladus Oxidasis", Thy H-1 shalt repel the Demon

5; Thou *Shalt* flaunt Oxidasis ny using thy knife in highly corrosive environments

6; Thou shalt not "baby" your H-1 knife, thy knife is designed to be *used* and used hard

7; Thou shalt not worry about scratches and cosmetic flaws on the blade, they giveth thy blade character and show that it is a hardworking tool

8; All H-1 knives are equal in the eyes of the Cult, it matters not if thy blade be SpyderEdged or PlainEdge, or if thy scales be black or yellow, they are *all* equal in the eyes of the Cult

[gull wing]

I'm in, I love the stuff. I have only the Salt 1, wish they made more of the smallish sizes as in Kopa, Calypso Jr, Dragonfly. (flatgrind)

[Nerak]

Count me in too!

[Harry White]

mac, your commandment have me ROTFLMAO! 'scuse me while i beat up my pacific salt -- it looks too "pretty" -- i'm obviously in violation of commandments 6 & 7!

[KSDbass]

may we drink Kool-aid?

[CopilotATS-55]

Count me in Mac :D

[MacTech]

9; Saint Glesser, the Patron Saint of H-1 shalt sendeth all members of the Cult a Salt series knife of their choosing for free (or even at half price) to thank them for spreading the Gospel of H-1...

hey, it was worth a try, right? ;)

(yes Sal, i *am* kidding....unless you *really* want to do this ;))

[zenheretic]

may we drink Kool-aid?
Sorry bub, we drink Tang in these parts.

[KSDbass]

damn... I was looking forward to that part...

[JaM]

*raises hand*

Can I join ?

Oh, and I HAVE to repost this link in this thread...:D

Bimbo's initiation (http://www.pistolwimp.com/media/48306/)

[gordonk]

OK - you talked me into it:) So H1 gets better edge retention with use.....I was wondering what to get next in :spyder: land (I STILL haven't picked up my 2 Endura 4's:mad: ) to try. I don't have a personal use immediately, but I could send it on a "road trip" for testing;) Just might have to take a jaunt to Target Knives today.....

- gord

[d.g.g]

Okay all you newbies!

You are all too late to the party.

The cult already exists among scuba divers, who are really into H-1 knives.

http://www.island-scuba.com/p-KN230H.html

It's a great sport, you should try it! You might even get to see the naked lady in Hawaii!

http://www.sportdiver.com/article.jsp?ID=34632

Naked Lady is the name of the boat, fyi.

[cgjones]

I'll join. But only if we get secret decoder rings made of H-1.

[jaislandboy]

The Lava needs to come out with FRN / G10 handles and H-1 steel to make it Island Friendly! I've also dreamed about an H-1 Swick and and H-1 Waved Endura4:rolleyes: :D !

[Manix Guy 2]

Agree , the Lava should have been H-1 steel , and with an all weather tough handle ! The ultimate small all weather folder . Good idea Island Guy ! Of course Ambi too !

[Tank]

You can add me as a member, I became a convert to both H-1 and Hawkbill in March. My Tasman and pacific have become my summer time EDC's. Spend lots of time on the lake and at the beach. Next time I go diving I am going to clip my pacific to the BCD. I already know I can open and close it with the thick gloves.
And the Tasman.....you all already know:D

Peace

[knifecoop]

I'm in as my Salt 1 has become my favorite EDC due to it very light weight and the H1 steel. It's one fantastic tomato slicer!