Oh, the decisions (help?)

[cobrajoe]

Ok, I've held off long enough. I've decided that after I sell my car, I'm getting a new spydie. Something nice, something sharp, something Golden. I'm looking at knives with the "unusual" blades, and most likely G-10 handles. The only G-10 spyder I have so far is the Dodo, so that leaves a lot of options open.

So far I'm thinking:

Mini Manix
Yojimbo
Captain
Kris

Heck, maybe even a Para or a Persian.

The only problem would be that I wouldn't use the Kris too much, it is slightly over the limit here, and it's so pretty (but that's half the reason I want to get it :D)

Since I haven't any experience with these, I'm looking for any suggestions, comments, angry mobs with pitchforks?

[A.P.F.]

My vote goes to the Mini-Manix. I just got one and it is one of the best knives I have ever owned. Not too big, not too small, just right...for me at least.

[bh49]

I would choose full size Persian. It is discontinued, but without problem you can get on the auction for around $75. I carry Persian since August and i can not imagine a day without this knife. I love it. It is in my pocket now. It is beauty, very comfortable and cuts so good. 3.5" blade is an exellent size.
Good luck.

[Jordan]

Seeing as I am struggling with a similar choice (between the captain and the manix), I can't help you... good luck though.:D

[Kaizen]

I'm thinking about getting the Yojimbo myself. I just really like the design.

[thefly01]

I'm surprised a Lil Temp hasn't figured into the equation? Out of the picks I would strongly recommend the Yojimbo. Do some research on the Lil T and I think You'd be impressed. Take Care.

[Ferreter]

It depends what you want to do with it. I have a mini manix, captain and a Yojimbo and out of the three I think that the Mini manix is the most useful. The Captain and the Yojimbo are both excellent designs and I love my two, I just don't feel they're 'do anything' EDC's.

Though if you can get a hold of a Lil'T I would go with that anyday. My Lil'T is first choice for EDC with the Mini Manix right behind.

Ferreter

[cobrajoe]

Yes, I would definately love to get a Lil'T, but they are getting harder to find, and consequently, more expensive.

As for what I want to do with it, I really have no plan. Truth is, my little FRN cricket will handle most of the jobs I need to do, but I do want a hard use folder.

I know the Yo dosen't really fit the description of a hard use folder, but I just cant get the comp lock/wharnie/blue G-10 knife oof of my list.

[eastr]

mini manix
http://www.wildeals.com/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=mini+manix&osCsid=edd2b13332349bf385a204d1b644fb59
96.00$

[Mr Blonde]

My pick is the Mini Manix, one heck of a folder and it's the best subsitute for the Li'l Temp for the foreseeable future.

Wouter

[Jenner 515]

I currently own the Full-Size Manix and a Captain.

The Manix, and the Mini-Manix I handled are definite handfulls and pocketfillers. They are also built like an Abrams tank, heavy and sturdy if that's what you need I heartily reccomend them.

The Captain is a bit more compact, not as heavy...but that blade shape has made it my new favorite EDC, it can do just about anything, and it is a bit more sheeple friendly I have found.

[Peter1960]

If you want a workhorse and a heavy folder - take the Manix 83 mm ("Mini-Manix) - think twice about the Lil'Temperance ;)

If you prefer as EDC a not so heavy folder but with G-10 handles - take the Caly3. I know you don't list it, but I love this knife :D

[psimonl]

If you want a heavy user, I'd go with the Caly3. From what I've heard, it replaced the D4 as "What Spyderco is all about".

If you want a very nice knife, super duper cutter, but not necessarily HD, I'd go with the full Persian.

SSOOOoooo what do you choose...

Simon

[NoFair]

Caly 3, Persian (big or small, both are nice) or a full sized Millie:eek:

The Kris looks good, but I would handle before I bought that one...