Daniel's Spyderco Hoard [Archive]

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 12:17 AM

So many wonderful photographs of so many wonderful blades. I thought I'd add my own meagre collection to the boards.

Been collecting for about a year. My current passion in the :spyder: line are the Kopa, Native (the one that got me started !), Persians, well.... and possibly a few more.

Here they are in no particular order. I hope that these photos will make some people buy more Spyderco's, just like all your photos have done the same for me :D

Enjoy
Dan

Native collection (current bunch...more colourful ones coming in the next few weeks ;) )

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_0677.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/?action=view&current=DSC_0677.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_0682.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/?action=view&current=DSC_0682.jpg)

Native III PE
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_0559.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/?action=view&current=DSC_0559.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_0574.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_0649.jpg

(to be continued ;) )

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 12:31 AM

Native II S/S PE:

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/DSC_7219.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/?action=view&current=DSC_7219.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/DSC_7222.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/?action=view&current=DSC_7222.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/DSC_7220.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/?action=view&current=DSC_7220.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/DSC_7225.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/?action=view&current=DSC_7225.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/DSC_7231.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20II/?action=view&current=DSC_7231.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

(to be continued)

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 12:55 AM

Kopa Kopa Kopa !!!! :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_7280.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_7280.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_7285.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_7285.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_7279.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_7279.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_7234.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_7234.jpg)

Army of Kopas trying to hide
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_7288.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_7288.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_0576.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_0576.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_0577.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_0577.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_0052.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_0052.jpg)

I LOVE the Kopa !!!

Cheers
Dan

(to be continued yet again :p )

Zozo*HC*

10-17-2007, 04:03 AM

Really Cool Shot's Datan, i loved the plain Black bladed NATIVE;)

giant1

10-17-2007, 06:28 AM

Great photos Daniel.

The Kopas look great all lined up next to each other. Keep 'em coming mate. :cool:

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 08:08 AM

Persian :) Full sized version with micarta slabs and s/s bolsters :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Persian/DSC_0033.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Persian/?action=view&current=DSC_0033.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Persian/DSC_0044.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Persian/?action=view&current=DSC_0044.jpg)

Large and mini Persian comparison in size
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Persian/DSC_0508.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Persian/?action=view&current=DSC_0508.jpg)

Mini Persian
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/mini%20Persian/DSC_0570.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/mini%20Persian/?action=view&current=DSC_0570.jpg)

Beautiful curvaceous form even when in its closed position :p
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/mini%20Persian/DSC_0563.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/mini%20Persian/?action=view&current=DSC_0563.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/mini%20Persian/DSC_0486.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/mini%20Persian/?action=view&current=DSC_0486.jpg)

(more to come)
Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 08:17 AM

Calypso Jr - burgundy FRN with ZDP bladesteel :)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/DSC_1324.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/?action=view&current=DSC_1324.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/DSC_1331.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/?action=view&current=DSC_1331.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/DSC_1327.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/?action=view&current=DSC_1327.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/DSC_1321.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/?action=view&current=DSC_1321.jpg)

Here you can see the lamination line
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/DSC_1325.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/?action=view&current=DSC_1325.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/DSC_1333.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Calypso%20Jr/?action=view&current=DSC_1333.jpg)

I like the burgundy FRN. Not enough in the other lines I say ;)

(more to follow)
Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 08:24 AM

Jess Horn - burgundy FRN with ZDP bladesteel

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/DSC_1372.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/?action=view&current=DSC_1372.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/DSC_1370.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/?action=view&current=DSC_1370.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/DSC_1375.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/?action=view&current=DSC_1375.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/DSC_1371.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/?action=view&current=DSC_1371.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/DSC_1378.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/?action=view&current=DSC_1378.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/DSC_1379.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/?action=view&current=DSC_1379.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/DSC_1377.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Jess%20Horn/?action=view&current=DSC_1377.jpg)

Beautiful pointy goodness in a NKP friendly package :)

Cheers
Dan

bh49

10-17-2007, 08:27 AM

Very impressive, collection and pictures.
Please, keep them coming.
I remember, you were talking about Caly3, Dodo...........................:D

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 08:30 AM

Good memory, Caly3, UKPK, DKPK, enroute to me in the next week or two ;)

Meanwhile, enjoy the rest of the show. Some of these photos are a bit boring.....but thought I'd share them anyways :)

Here come some more !
Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 08:34 AM

Military - CF scales - BG42 bladesteel

This thing is MASSIVE ! I didn't realise how large this folder is. Probably too large for a comfortable EDC for me. Awesome blade, handle and lock.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1338.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/?action=view&current=DSC_1338.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1335.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/?action=view&current=DSC_1335.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1342.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/?action=view&current=DSC_1342.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1343.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/?action=view&current=DSC_1343.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1340.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/?action=view&current=DSC_1340.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1347.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/?action=view&current=DSC_1347.jpg)

Very nice looking blade and surprisingly light for its length.

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 08:41 AM

Delica 4 - Pink FRN !!!
The knife that Barbie would EDC if she was allowed to carry :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7188.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7188.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7187.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7187.jpg)

I really love the counterpoint of the black clip against the shocking pink scales. Wishing that a black bladed pink handled version would come out. That would be very striking indeed !

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7182.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7182.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7186.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7186.jpg)

Camparison with the Native III
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7207.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7207.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7209.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7209.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7203.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7203.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/DSC_7205.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/Pink%20Delica/?action=view&current=DSC_7205.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

fellyjr

10-17-2007, 09:08 AM

Dan, thank you for providing me with my Spydie fix first thing in the AM! :cool:

bh49

10-17-2007, 11:53 AM

Meanwhile, enjoy the rest of the show. Some of these photos are a bit boring.....but thought I'd share them anyways :)

Dan

Knife pictures cannot be boring, not for me. Especially when they very well made, like yours.
Thank you.

Mr Blonde

10-17-2007, 12:38 PM

Glad to see another lover of the Pink Delica! Nice contrast with the black handled Native.

Wouter

jaislandboy

10-17-2007, 04:40 PM

"....I thought I'd add my own meagre collection to the boards..."

Doesn't look too meager to me Dan ... :)
Awesome pix btw, the burgundy color of the FRN JessHorn and zdp Calypso Jr really POP ... :cool:
Gotta love the fish-scale texturing of the Calypso jr's ... :)

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 05:50 PM

Micro Dyad :)

Just when you thought the Ladybug was a small and capable blade. Out comes a smaller and dual bladed beauty. For those that carry a PE and SE blade. This is a 2 in 1 package in a gentlepersons clothing.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Micro%20Dyad/DSC_0249.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Micro%20Dyad/DSC_1301.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Micro%20Dyad/DSC_1314.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Micro%20Dyad/DSC_1317.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Micro%20Dyad/DSC_0257.jpg

Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 07:42 PM

Dodo

Weird little bugger. I haven't used this one, but I can imagine with the S blade it would be a great box cutter. The handle is one of the most comfortable I have felt. Very ergonomic with deep choils it just seems to fit in the hands like a glove :D

Wire clipit and ball lock finish the package very nicely.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1414.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1423.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1435.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1436.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1418.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1419.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1426.jpg

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 07:49 PM

Yojimbo

Continuing on the blue theme. Here is one of the blades that has surprised me the most. An excellent blade that looks absolutely deadly should it be deployed and used to full potential.

With one of the weirdest looking handles, I assumed it would be uncomfortable and dismissed it....until I actually bought this knife. Surprisingly comfortable in the hand, and about the right size for me for use in SD situations.

Indexing divots positively position the knife in your hands, and the compression lock is rock solid !

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1440.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1445.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1447.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1448.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1441.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1443.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1442.jpg

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 10:14 PM

Delica 4 bunch

A group of D4's I have (excluding my black one which is somewhere in the garage being pimped with wooden handles :D )

Pink Delica, Blue Delica, Grey Waved Delica (looks more like Dark Green to me though)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1498.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1499.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1468.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1502.jpg

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

10-17-2007, 10:14 PM

Blue Delica ZDP bladesteel
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1481.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1482.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1484.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1483.jpg

Waved Delica (Grey) VG10 bladesteel
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1490.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1491.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1489.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_1487.jpg

I really love the multicoloured FRN handles available for the Delica 4. I positively have to get the Foliage Green and the British Racing Green ones, and the Red blunt Delicas ;)

Cheers
Dan

Agent Starling

10-17-2007, 10:30 PM

Thanx for the eye candy! Those blue knives alongside the pink one look really cool together.

Agent Starling

ozspyder

10-18-2007, 12:50 AM

Lava

One of the best small blades I've handled. It seems a lot larger than it actually is. The grip is the surest for a stainless steel handle, due mainly to the deep choils and curved belly at the end of the handle.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_1452.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_1457.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_1458.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_1459.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_1454.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_1453.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_1460.jpg

Cheers
Dan

Peter1960

10-18-2007, 03:11 AM

Well done Daniel! Your enthusiasm gives me motivation to do some more on my side. Appreciate to see more Natives soon ;)

fellyjr

10-18-2007, 04:09 AM

Yojimbo
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Yojimbo/DSC_1443.jpg
Cheers
Dan
Dan, it seems to me that you have a different variation of the Yo. I have looked at all of mine and numerous pic's of others and was not able to find any that have the jimping that continues down on the sloped portion of the spine like yours does. Very interesting. :D

ozspyder

10-18-2007, 04:35 AM

It's amazing what that invention of Mr Dremel can do :eek: (just kidding !). I actually didn't even realise that mine was odd. Obviously mine is the elusive Sprint Run of Yoyo's and highly prized.

PM coming your way Felly

Dan

Zozo*HC*

10-18-2007, 04:38 AM

Dodo

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_1414.jpg

Thanks for the great picks of the Dodo;) I LOVE IT:D:spyder:

giant1

10-18-2007, 04:41 AM

Nice collection Dan and as usuall nice photos.

You mentioned that you were surprised at the size of the Military, wait untill you get a Police in your hands. It's actually about the same length as the milli but feels much longer.

jaislandboy

10-18-2007, 12:28 PM

Dan, it seems to me that you have a different variation of the Yo. I have looked at all of mine and numerous pic's of others and was not able to find any that have the jimping that continues down on the sloped portion of the spine like yours does. Very interesting. :D

good eyes Felly.... what's the explanation for this? :confused:

ozspyder

10-18-2007, 06:05 PM

Pride (Australian)

You don't see many Pride's being proudly displayed in many collections. I recently got this one and feel it deserves a place in most collectors arsenal.

"I come from a land down under...... where women blow and men chunder ;) ........
....She smiled at me and gave me a Vegemite...sandwich...:D "

(If you like savoury boot polish then give Vegemite a try ....toast, with butter and Vegemite :p ...not for everyone, but a healthy alternative to jam....occasionally)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Pride/DSC_1507.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Pride/DSC_1508.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Pride/DSC_1510.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Pride/DSC_1506.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Pride/DSC_1505.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Pride/DSC_1509.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Pride/DSC_1504.jpg

Cheers
Dan

fellyjr

10-18-2007, 10:50 PM

good eyes Felly.... what's the explanation for this? :confused:
I guess they made some with extra strength jimping. ;)
I feel as if I got Jipped on MY Jimping! :mad: :eek: :( :D

ozspyder

10-19-2007, 06:45 AM

Chinook II

With G10 and upswept PE blade what more can you ask for :D . Solid mother with a fair heft to it, it locks open with authority and the blade thickness is FAT !

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Chinook/DSC_1546.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Chinook/DSC_1550.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Chinook/DSCN0463.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Chinook/DSCN0474.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Chinook/DSCN0494.jpg

Cheers
Dan

bh49

10-19-2007, 11:45 AM

Beautiful knife. Gorgeous pictures.
WhyNot and you making me want this knife.
So many good knives, not enough money. :(

ozspyder

10-19-2007, 09:27 PM

Endura - S/S and Waved

Beautifully crafted traditional Spyderco. Large blade, large handle generally good all-round knife.

Stainless Steel version is gleamingly solid. Very nice tight F&F, and a solid weighty heft makes it a classy piece. Very elegant that takes especially well to engraving.

Waved version is sur[risingly light, thanks to the FRN handles. Great waved feature deploys the blade very quickly in any given situation. I like the Grey/ green colour very much.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1550.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1539.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1543.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1551.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1554.jpg

Stainless Steel version
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1557.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1558.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1535.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1559.jpg

Cheers
Dan

(to be continued)

ozspyder

10-19-2007, 09:28 PM

Waved version
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1567.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1568.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1564.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1566.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Endura/DSC_1570.jpg

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

10-19-2007, 10:28 PM

sweet pix Dan.....you're on a roll.... :cool:
Savoury boot polish eh? I remember having the Men At Work cassette tape :eek: back in the day..... I always thought vegemite was "peanut butter" :o
So what does it taste like really? :confused: :)

giant1

10-20-2007, 12:18 AM

sweet pix Dan.....you're on a roll.... :cool:
Savoury boot polish eh?

Brian

Them's fightin' words brother :p

I grew up on vegemite and love it to this day. Way better than peanut butter and jelly. YUCK!!!! :confused: :D

fellyjr

10-20-2007, 12:21 AM

Brian

Them's fightin' words brother :p

I grew up on vegemite and love it to this day. Way better than peanut butter and jelly. YUCK!!!! :confused: :D

So Frank, would it be "fightin' words" for me to say that I've always thought that vegemite was some kind of bug? :p :p :D :D

giant1

10-20-2007, 12:37 AM

So Frank, would it be "fightin' words" for me to say that I've always thought that vegemite was some kind of bug? :p :p :D :D

Felly

So far I think your a nice bloke. Lets keep it that way :p ;)

...Anyway I don't think we should get into an Aussie verse US type discussion where we pick on each others stuff. It would be like shoooting fish in a bowl for us Aussies :D :D :D :D

What time is it over there ?? Shouldn't you be in bed??

fellyjr

10-20-2007, 12:40 AM

Felly

So far I think your a nice bloke. Lets keep it that way :p ;)

...Anyway I don't think we should get into an Aussie verse US type discussion where we pick on each others stuff. It would be like shoooting fish in a bowl for us Aussies :D :D :D :D

What time is it over there ?? Shouldn't you be in bed??

AWWWW.......Schucks!! I was just trying to have a little fun!! ;) :D

Dan, sorry for mucking up your thread here! :o :o

giant1

10-20-2007, 12:42 AM

AWWWW.......Schucks!! I was just trying to have a little fun!! ;) :D

Dan, sorry for mucking up your thread here! :o :o

Dan's cool :cool:

......Sorry Dan, if we got a little carried away

ozspyder

10-20-2007, 08:46 AM

Ladybug FRN SE

This little bugger was what got me hooked on Spyderco. My first and still my constant carry even here in our strictly controlled EDC knife rules. Partly because it is so tiny a keychain knife and socialy acceptable enough, annd partly due to the fact that this small knife is very capable.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_1521.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/?action=view&current=DSC_1521.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_1520.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/?action=view&current=DSC_1520.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_1522.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/?action=view&current=DSC_1522.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

10-20-2007, 05:48 PM

Salt I FRN PE

Essentially a waterproof rust resistant Delica, with H1 bladesteel. I carry it on my person to deal with cutting the wetter materials like fruits, sandwiches etc...with no fear that of it tarnishing, and if I wash it out later no fear the thing will rust.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1592.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1579.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1584.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1578.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1582.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1589.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1588.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_1576.jpg

The H1 logo stamp on the balde in front of the Spyderhole always reminds me of Formula 1 racing. And this bladesteel certainly is the Fomula1 of anti-rusting cutting tools :D

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

10-20-2007, 06:50 PM

love the pineapple pix Datan .... :cool:
where are the sliced pineapple "after" pix .. :confused: :p

ozspyder

10-22-2007, 05:44 AM

Co-Pilot Black Almite

Beautifully crafted little knife. Solid as all heck, and thin to boot !

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Co-Pilot/DSCN1573.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Co-Pilot/DSCN1575.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Co-Pilot/DSCN1572.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Co-Pilot/DSCN1577.jpg

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

10-25-2007, 07:12 PM

Caly III & its closest cousins from Denmark and the UK.

The Caly III is one of the best knives I have handled, and a deserved recipient of so many positive comments from around the Spyderco fraternity.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1605.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1609.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1614.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1616.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1608.jpg

Caly III
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1623.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1624.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1648.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1649.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_1627.jpg

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

10-25-2007, 07:20 PM

UKPK & DKPK

The UK Pen Knife and the Denmark Pen Knife. Two slipjoint blades (non-locking) with a very solid detent....possibly too solid as it makes me uneasy when closing the things ! I'm sure with some use they would loosen up slightly to make it more enjoyable.

These 2 are a variation on the Caly III, both with G10 handles, but with CPMS30V bladesteel rather than the CalyIII's VG10. The most visually obvious trait that the DKPK has over the UKPK is the chamfered Spyderhole, which makes opening it safely one handed quite difficult (but not impossible). Spyderdrop on the DKPK sorts out the one-handed opening once you get a good grip on the chamfered hole.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_1633.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_1631.jpg

UKPK
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_1642.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_1643.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_1646.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_1647.jpg

DKPK
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DKPK/DSC_1634.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DKPK/DSC_1635.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DKPK/DSC_1640.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DKPK/DSC_1636.jpg

Cheers
Dan

bh49

10-25-2007, 08:38 PM

Very nice pictures Dan, as always. Beautiful lines.
Thank you for sharing.
Glad to see your Caly3 & it's cousins.

jaislandboy

10-25-2007, 10:11 PM

thanks for the great pics Dan.....
the Almite Copilot is a great office edc...
the UKPK is one of my faves too, but the blade length can draw attention where I work.... :rolleyes: I love the beefy, linerless G10 handles on the UKPK.... when the blade is opened its hard to believe its a slipjoint with the amount of tension holding it open.... :cool:

Peter1960

10-26-2007, 03:17 AM

Caly III & its closest cousins from Denmark and the UK...The Caly III is one of the best knives I have handled...
My friend, you are on the right path :cool: I see the American cousins from the Caly III but not the Japanese nobel-brother ;)

I like your playing with depth of field in your pics a lot!

ozspyder

10-26-2007, 06:04 AM

The CF cousin was late on the plane and he said in the next couple of months he will be joining in the festivities at my place. So he said hopefully I can buy his plane ticket from USPS ;)

No skill in the photography on my part. I love composing the shots, but only use what available lighting I have, whether sunlight, filtered sunlight, desk lamp, or partially direct sunlight. Haven't bothered Photoshopping as yet to remove dust or unsightly blemishes....can't be bothered :p

Thanks all, glad you like them shots. (there are more to come...stay tuned)

Dan

ozspyder

10-30-2007, 08:10 PM

Native I Blue Mosaic & Root Beer inlays

Classic Native I folder pimped up with G10 handles and inlays of Root Beer (CE blade config), and Blue Mosaic (PE blade config)

These 2 look really good with decent light. The depth of the inlays really shine and from different angles they look totally different.

Root Beer inlay goes from a flat brown colour to a holographic orange shimmer. Similarly the Blue Mosaic one goes from a flattish blue/ black colour to an almost azure-like blue shell.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1706.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1706.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1707.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1707.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1708.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1708.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1710.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1710.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1711.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1711.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1712.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1712.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

giant1

10-31-2007, 02:47 AM

Let me guess :rolleyes:

You like the natives :eek: :D

Nice shots Dan.

Fairlane

11-01-2007, 02:59 PM

Good to see you finally managed to get the Inlaid natives, Daniel!

ozspyder

11-01-2007, 05:05 PM

Hi Fairlane,

Thanks for your support. You would have to agree with me that in terms of Natives, these 2 inlaid ones are probably the 'prettiest' of them all.

I really like the Root Beer (mkes me thirsty too :p), but the Blue Mosaic is also very nice. I was hoping Spyderco/ Sal would commission somone to do a Green/ Paua inlay..... Now that would be a really awesome piece :)

Cheers
Dan

(stay tuned...more Native goodness to come....soon'ish)

MAT888

11-01-2007, 08:16 PM

Zenith

11-03-2007, 11:50 AM

Dan

Could I ask a special request for some photos of your all black fully serrated native 2?:o

ozspyder

11-03-2007, 05:43 PM

All Black serrated Native I you mean?

Of course. Gimme some time and I will reshoot it in better lighting conditions. As I am awaiting a couple of more rarer Natives, I might hold off and do them a ll at once ;)

Cheers
Dan

Zenith

11-04-2007, 04:26 AM

O sorry.

I have never seen a native one in RSA only two and three and thought it was the two.:rolleyes: What are the main differences between the native ones and twos by the way?:p

Thank you for the upcoming photos! :D

ozspyder

11-04-2007, 04:39 AM

Hi Zenith,

If you go back to Page 1 of this thread you can see the obvious visual differences.

Native I - flatter FRN handles, came in PE and SE as well as plain and black baldes. Black PE version rare. Clips were black and flat. Bladesteel CPMS30V
Native II - like the Native I, except with Stainless Steel handles. Came in PE and SE. PE version rare. Clips flat like Native I's. Bladesteel is AUS10 and VG10.
Native III - More contoured handles...fatter and more chamfered. Sometimes called Native 3D for that reason. Comes in PE & SE. Clips are the newer wire clips. Bladesteel in VG10 (made in Seki City Japan)

Special Natives include the Tan coloured ones (OEF & OIF), Blue G10 version, Blue FRN version, Black G10 with Root Beer inlay, Black G10 with Blue Mosaic inlay, Spyder web etched version, and a couple of others.

ozspyder

11-04-2007, 04:39 PM

Black Beauties:
C41 - Native I - black bladed versions in PE and CE

You will note from this picture as well as the group photo of my Natives on Page 1 that All the C41 (Native I & II) PE blades do not have the Spyder Bug logo on the blade. Curiously only the CE blades have the bug logo on them ???

The Native III has bugs on the PE & CE blades. The bugless ones seem almost naked without one.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1734.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1734.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1737.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1737.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1735.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1735.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1740.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1740.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1739.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1739.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1736.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1736.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

11-04-2007, 06:22 PM

i'm not Zenith but thanx for the pix Dan! I like them Lava ones too... :cool: :)

Rob

11-04-2007, 07:32 PM

Excellent pictures! I especially like the group shot of the Kopas and the pic of the pink Delica. That pink is so cruel :D

Cheers, Rob

Zenith

11-05-2007, 12:43 PM

I have only seen an AUS10 native and a damn lot of Native3 here. So my apologies.

Thank you Dan for those great pictures!!The black SE is one knife I truly want!

ozspyder

11-05-2007, 03:29 PM

I have only seen an AUS10 native and a damn lot of Native3 here. So my apologies.

Thank you Dan for those great pictures!!The black SE is one knife I truly want!

Hey Zenith,

No apologies required on this forum mate :)
Native II is essentially a Native I with stainless stell outergarments ;)
Black CE Native I is a great blade. Teeth are very aggresive.

(Pssst. Wish Sal would release a black bladed Native III :D :D :D ;) )

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

11-14-2007, 05:40 AM

Another Native....this time the Tan coloured FRN OIF version with CE blade config. I was surprisingly enamoured by this knife. The tan coloured FRN handle was especially captivating, very crisp colour.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1772.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1772.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1777.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1777.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1775.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1775.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1778.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1778.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1770.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1770.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_1773.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/?action=view&current=DSC_1773.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

11-14-2007, 04:44 PM

Native III Blue FRN - nude version - no bug, no bladeforums etching

Will take some nicer shots later and replace these.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_1852.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_1853.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_1850.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_1849.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20III/DSC_1854.jpg

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

11-14-2007, 06:32 PM

Managed to discover and acquire this very unique piece from Spyderco's golden years. Eduard Bradichinsky's awesomely weird design, and Spyderco's proclaimed first 'ethnic' knife. Very unusual and not to everyone's taste. It is surprisingly comfortable in the hand in most grip styles.

Here is Ikea's Sir Sven posing with his sword :)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1845.jpg

I told Sven not to run with scissors...... but he forgot it applies to swords as well :p
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1846.jpg

And while Sven was resting:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1835.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1837.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1833.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1831.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1834.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Shabaria/DSC_1836.jpg

Cheers
Dan

WhyNot

11-14-2007, 07:31 PM

bh49

11-14-2007, 07:32 PM

Very nice pictures Dan,
I hope I will be able to get Shabaria one day.
beautiful knife, gorgeous lines.

Chucula

11-14-2007, 08:05 PM

Huh...I was expecting a "before and after" series of pictures with the pineapple :D

I need to hang around this section more often. Great pics Dan!

ozspyder

11-15-2007, 06:17 PM

Thanks for the comments guys.... I really appreciate them all. Keeps me motivated to shoot even more photos (running out of ones to shoot). Might go reshoot the older ones in newer context. And probably more fun ones with Sir Sven ;)

Cheers and stay tuned for more shenanigans :)
Daniel

jaislandboy

11-15-2007, 06:33 PM

sweet pix of the Natives and Shabaria Dan.... :cool:

ozspyder

11-15-2007, 08:56 PM

Lum Chinese Folder - green almite PE

Did I mention I like the flowing lines of certain Spyderco's ? This Lum Chinese Folder definitely falls in that category ofsmooth flowing lines. Closed or open it just seems to ooze a nice gentle and calm feeling. Once again this design is not seen by many as being contemporary enough for EDC.

I like it a lot, and for photography, it makes a very good subject :)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_1819.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_1819.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_1820.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_1820.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_1814.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_1814.jpg)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_1817.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_1817.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_1821.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_1821.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

giant1

11-16-2007, 03:53 AM

Hey Dan

Fantastic photos mate. I see you are building up a nice collection of spydies :D . Well done. :cool:

ozspyder

11-16-2007, 04:01 AM

Thanks Frank..... but I bow to your collection. In comparison mine are opportunistic hoards of relatively available pieces. Your niceties are much more drool-worthy.

We should meet up some time for a mutual fondling session ;)

Cheers
Dan

giant1

11-16-2007, 04:16 AM

Peter1960

11-16-2007, 08:23 AM

As a great fan of the Shabaria (sexy knife IMO) I say thank you!

... Keeps me motivated to shoot even more photos (running out of ones to shoot). ...
Curious - I'm running out of time for photos :p Let's combine our "strengths" - please come over, I have a lot of work to do and could need some help :cool:

ozspyder

11-16-2007, 04:16 PM

:p LOL Peter,

Just send them over and I shall do some 'work' for you. I'll ship them out as soon as I finish with them :)

Your strength of Spydie numbers is much preferred by me ;)

Cheers
Dan

KamSingh

11-17-2007, 06:18 PM

Nice pics!

Looks green to me fellyjr.

David Lowry

11-17-2007, 09:41 PM

Dan,

I just went through this thread and I really have to say you have a great collection and great pictures. Just awesome man!

ozspyder

11-17-2007, 09:56 PM

Thanks David,

Glad to see you back in action !!! Just wait til you see what else I have planned for here ;)

Stay tuned :p

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

11-17-2007, 10:19 PM

Military Forest Green D2 steel :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1868.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1864.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1861.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1862.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1869.jpg

Cheers
Daniel

KamSingh

11-18-2007, 12:32 PM

This pic looks green to you KS?

Yes, the handle colour looks green.

dete

11-18-2007, 01:00 PM

ok this thread is like seriously bad for me.

fellyjr

11-18-2007, 02:08 PM

Outstanding pic's of the D2 Mili Daniel!! :cool: :cool:

ozspyder

11-18-2007, 03:02 PM

Yes, the handle colour looks green.

The Lum is a green one :D Black one will be in my possession in a few months ;)

Cheers all, and thanks for the comments, they really keep me motivated to do more photo-collecting :p

Dan

bh49

11-18-2007, 05:14 PM

Great pictures Dan. Thank you for Lum. I never was a big fan of Milly, but I love your pictures.

Might go reshoot the older ones in newer context. A
Daniel

It doesn't matter what ever you do, just keep them coming.
Are you using you 60mm Nikkor macro?

ozspyder

11-18-2007, 07:02 PM

It doesn't matter what ever you do, just keep them coming.
Are you using you 60mm Nikkor macro?

Hey Roman,

No, not the macro lens for the last few. I've just been using my Nikkor 12-200 :p . I need to do more macro work....I know. I haven't done a review of a knife for a while (Last one was the Trance I believe....and I did promise a Lava review. ;) stay tuned)

I have a few knives with tracking numbers on their way to me as we 'speak'. Will be shooting them as I get them, depending on how my schdule is before Xmas. Been very busy with fundraising and charity work over the last few weeks.

Cheers bros
Daniel

jaislandboy

11-18-2007, 07:33 PM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Military/DSC_1868.jpg

you've outdone yourself Dan... ;)
Awesomely good photos there, thanks.... :cool: :)

ozspyder

11-18-2007, 08:16 PM

Thanks Brian.....see how nice that purple foliage is on that plant (Rhoeo family , forgotten the variation) A purpe G10 like that colour would be nice ;)

Photos lately have been in my gardens which me, my wife and kids have been slowly doing up.

Magnolias, Rhoeo, Lavender, Mondo, Agapanthus, Phormium, and Cuphea have been the flavours of the month for me. And to boot, the Camellias and Azaleas are starting to flower. Will make great backdops for more photographic shenanigans :p

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

11-19-2007, 05:25 PM

ozspyder

11-22-2007, 05:33 PM

Volpe

Fox Cutlery & Spyderco have come up with a very solidly manufactured blade. Interesting blade design, framelock, s/s handles with olivewood inlays, all screw contruction.

One of my favourite details is the laser cutout of the Spyderbug logo in the reverse side of the blade. Being a framelock, the cutout shows up the internals of the knife very nicely :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1923.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1925.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1928.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1919.jpg

ozspyder

11-22-2007, 05:36 PM

Bug cutout on the reverse (clip) side
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1949.jpg

Olivewood inlays
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1947.jpg

Handles reverse side
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1945.jpg

Blade geometry
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1946.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1944.jpg

Framelock springing point
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1932.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1934.jpg

The beautiful Fox :)
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1937.jpg

Cheers
Dan

Agent Starling

11-22-2007, 10:00 PM

very nice...that Spydie cutout is the shizzle, man!

bh49

11-22-2007, 10:09 PM

Beautiful pictures Dan. Thank you.
This knife is gorgeous. I love this wood inserts, FFG, very nit bug cutout on the clip side and laser etch on the blade. It would be great to have finger choil. Probably this is the only feature, which I am missing. Unbelievable fit & finish.

ozspyder

11-22-2007, 10:20 PM

Thanks for your kinds words Starling & Roman :)

Yes Starling....I like the cutout very much. The minor but well executed details in this knife make it a very fine unit.

I think the Volpe would benefit (if it weren't disco'd :( ) from the addition of some fine jimping or a slightly elongated lock release or a bit more of a cutout where the release is located. Very slippery purchase on the lock for me which = dangerous. A forefinger choil deep into the blade would be very neat indeed Roman. The tolerances are very tight on this knife.

I would seriously encourage those who do not own this knife to at least go out and handle it. Aside from a few of my minor niggles listed above I think this is one very beautifully crafted piece of art :)

Cheers
Dan

fellyjr

11-22-2007, 11:55 PM

Fantastic pic's of little Italy there Dan! Yup, Foxy shots indeed. :D

Peter1960

11-23-2007, 03:19 AM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Volpe/DSC_1928.jpg
Knife & random objects - cool :p

The Deacon

11-23-2007, 12:42 PM

Daniel, have you spotted the two "Easter Eggs" inside the Volpe yet?

Fairlane

11-24-2007, 02:43 AM

Daniel, have you spotted the two "Easter Eggs" inside the Volpe yet?

I was waiting for him to do so, as well.

So, been looking close enough, then, Dan?

Have another look at it all ;)

ozspyder

11-24-2007, 02:49 AM

Hey guys ! I found 1 easter egg inside the Volpe.... the blade ??? :p You can bring it out by rotating the round hole thing. Voila ! the sharp thing comes out and you can use it for a variety of purposes.

Haven't looked closely enough fellas....gimme a hint, do I have to open her up ? or just peek and have a look see ?

Cheers
Dan

The Deacon

11-24-2007, 03:48 AM

No need to open her up, just some neck craning and good light. As for hints, let's just say the :spyder: cutout is neither the only :spyder: nor the only cutout.

ozspyder

11-24-2007, 04:08 AM

I had a peek inside before and saw some curious looking cutouts....irregular to say the least.....maybe I am holding it at the wrong angle and laready spotted it but didn't realise what it was.

Will check her out again ;) Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

11-24-2007, 07:42 PM

Knife & random objects - cool :p

+1 ! :cool:
great Volpe pix Dan ... :)

ozspyder

11-25-2007, 06:21 PM

ozspyder

11-27-2007, 10:57 PM

Renegade Bowie G10 PE

Beautiful classically early Spyderco. Wonderfully constructed vintage Spyderco, still smooth as ! Opens with a comforting "click".

A surprisingly large and pointy blade and a departure from my normal ...which is the smaller folders with leaf blades.

I like this one for its simple lines, bowie shaped blade, and it has a hole in it too ;)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Renegade/DSCN0891.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Renegade/DSCN0893.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Renegade/DSCN0894.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Renegade/DSCN0895.jpg

Cheers
Dan

LOOKABIRD

11-27-2007, 11:00 PM

Gorgeous! I'm really interested in one of those. How much does one go for?

Tom

ozspyder

11-28-2007, 01:03 AM

Spyderco Ramco Laguiole PE

Not many words needed here. What can I say.... classic knife design, lovely details, a bit grubby in some parts due to lack of maintenance. I haven't bothered to clean it up yet before taking these shots. Will see to it that this thing gets as much of a clean and polish as I am able to with a toothpick and oil. Maybe even get some brasso to the brass pins, brass screw and brass liners.

Enjoy :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Laguiole/DSCN0902.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Laguiole/DSCN0900.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Laguiole/DSCN0904.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Laguiole/DSCN0905.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Laguiole/DSCN0903.jpg

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

11-28-2007, 01:12 AM

Nope :( You got me guys....either I'm stupid or I just can't find these hidden treasures/ easter eggs :o

All I can see when looking inside the frame is funny shaped cutouts, and when looking through the Spyder cutout I can faintly see my eye staring back at me ! :rolleyes:

Cheers
Dan

hey Dan,
this must be one of the bigger perpetuated rumors i've seen on the forums.... hidden easter eggs inside the Volpe's handle .... :p
Excellent Laguiole pix.....I enjoyed your aloevera?pix with that beauty....great bee closeups ... :cool:

giant1

11-28-2007, 02:43 AM

Wow Dan :eek:

You really are building up a nice collection of great knives.

The Ramco is a beauty isn't it? and I now have a new addition to my must get list after looking at your photo's of the Renegade. Looks like an awesome knife.

Your photo's are really inspiring me to get the camera out and start aiming at my little brood :D

The Deacon

11-28-2007, 03:07 AM

Ok Dan, you noticed "other" cutouts inside the handle, under the scales. Think of what Volpe means in Italian, and the name of the company that makes it for Spyderco. Now look really carefully at the cutout behind the one scale and see if it reminds you of anything. You may have to twist and squint a bit. The other is a bit simpler, just a mirror fiinshed spot positioned behind the bug cutout. I thought they were neat little touches when I spotted them, but I'm easily amused at times.

Special congrats on nailing the PE Laguiole, that's not an easy catch.

jaislandboy

11-28-2007, 03:34 AM

ozspyder

11-28-2007, 05:00 AM

Thanks for the info Paul,

I thought it was curious to see a faint reflcetion of my eye through the SPyder cutout as usually they aren't that well polished. OK, I see a caricature of a foxy shape in the cutout now...... thought it had to be something to do with Fox Cutlery.

Cheers bro. The more I handle it the more I like the olive wood. The fit and finish on the Volpe is one of the most fabulous I have experienced in a production folder. Fox and Spyderco have done an exemplary job and it is a pity that now I have it the model is being disco'd :(

Would love to see some olive wood on a Native II actually. That would be a sexy beast ! :p

Brian, tis indeed one of my Aloe Vera plants in my front garden bed. The make excellent subjects for photos, along with some of my other ones with purple foliage :)

Cheers for the comments guys....more to come hopefully soon and before Xmas ;)
Dan

ozspyder

11-28-2007, 05:05 AM

Special congrats on nailing the PE Laguiole, that's not an easy catch.

Thanks again Paul. Actually this one was a serendipitous find :D Quite by accident this Laguiole and the Renegade. Must have driven past this shop a fair number of times over the last few years. But, I suppose I only started my fascination with knives in the last 12 mths.

The guy has some very long ago discontinued blades. He is asking a fair bit for each one though as he understands their collector value. Though he is going off paper research and seemingly not connected to the internet. This PE Laguiole is indeed a rare one. However he did not have a box or a sheath for it. I will be doing a bit of maintenance on it just to get it nice and sparkling again as much as I am able to. The brass accents would look great polished up. But I don't want to damage the surroundings.

The dude has other blades which interest me, but the prices are :eek:

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

12-01-2007, 07:52 PM

Carbon Fibre Delica :D

Very nice shiny Carbon Fibre handled Delica with a nice pointy tip :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2114.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2119.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2120.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2121.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2117.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2122.jpg

You will note from this photo below that a curious thing I have noticed on this knife. There is a liner only on ONE side of the knife. I have actually not seen this on any knife I have owned or handled. Usually it is lined on both sides or none at all.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2124.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2116.jpg

Cheers
Dan

Rob

12-01-2007, 09:35 PM

Again some excellent pictures, Dan! When I look at your CF Delica, I understand less and less why many people prefer the rough CF over the glossy. :confused:

Cheers, Rob

ozspyder

12-01-2007, 09:59 PM

Hey there Rob !

I was just reading one of your posts on another forum ;)

This is only my second CF handled blade. I really like this glossy CF version. Quite classy feel IMHO. I've had the CF Military and the matt finish on that is quite nice too. Not sure if I've seen a 'rough CF' version anywhere.

Cheers
Dan

Rob

12-01-2007, 10:30 PM

Maybe rough is not quite the right term. I guess "textured" would be more accurate. I meant the kind of CF that Spyderco put on the Caly III for example. That stuff that almost looks like G-10. Ah, I better stop talking :rolleyes: At this time of the day my English is more gibberish than something with a meaning :o

But I agree: glossy = classy :D

Cheers, Rob

jaislandboy

12-02-2007, 01:36 AM

Lovely CF Delica pix Dan .... :cool:
my only "glossy" CF clipit is my sprint run Harpy....
can't wait to *fondle* the CF handles on the Stretch2 ... :p :)

Peter1960

12-02-2007, 05:46 AM

Welcome in the club of shiny carbon holders :cool:; shiny carbon is the most beautiful carbon variation IMO, a bit slippery in wet use, but beautiful. Hope you enjoy it :D
...You will note from this photo below that a curious thing I have noticed on this knife. There is a liner only on ONE side of the knife. I have actually not seen this on any knife I have owned or handled. Usually it is lined on both sides or none at all...
That bring me to the question what is usual or unusual. As for srews, carbon is not the best counterpart, it's better to have a steelliner as counterpart. Even the tiny Ladybug carbon has a single liner :)

ozspyder

12-02-2007, 06:45 AM

Servus Peter,

Yeah I gathered it would've been the CF that made it the case. I didn't check my CF Military to see if that was the same...IIRC I think it was not the same.

The shiny CF is really well done :p I like it a lot, so much so that I am thinking of hunting down more examples of this shiny CF stuff. Better bling value than the matt finish CF examples on other models.

It really brings me to another point I have brought up before about the use of micarta and polished G10....much underutilised IMHO. I'd like to see more of those as well as shiny CF :)

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

12-02-2007, 06:47 AM

All Black Delica a.k.a the Black Beauty :D

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2129.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2130.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2125.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2127.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2132.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Delica/DSC_2133.jpg

These set of photos could've done with a bit more of a contrasting counterpoint. I'll try to get some nicer shots with some colour balance to it next time.

Cheers
Dan

Brad S.

12-02-2007, 02:47 PM

Those photos look great to me. Gosh darn it they look sweet, Everything looks good when you didnt even know it existed. I had no idea Spyderco made an all black Delica.

ozspyder

12-05-2007, 03:30 AM

Here is a whole bunch of Ladybugs in S/S dress for special occasions or just EDCing.

IMHO a very much under-rated little knife. My current black FRN Ladybug is my most used knife and I expect if this replaces my FRN one that it too will see a bit of action.

These ones are for all the blokes in my family for Xmas as gifts. Hope they will like it. I'm tempted to use mine now, but have promised to wrap it up and only open on 25th :(

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_2145.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_2152.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_2155.jpg

Cheers
Dan

bh49

12-05-2007, 08:07 AM

Gorgeous pictures Dan, I love all of them.
Roman

Peter1960

12-05-2007, 05:01 PM

Me likes the Ladybugs very much - reminds me to a fairy story of the brothers Grimm - in German "Schneewitchen und die sieben Zwerge" hope that's the right translation - Snow white and the seven dwarfs :D

ozspyder

12-05-2007, 09:20 PM

Here are some comparisons between my current 'take anywhere' FRN Ladybug SE and the new S/S Ladybug PE.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_2156.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_2163.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_2160.jpg

You can see the more pronounced finger choils in the S/S example and the dropped point ala Delica 4 style blade shape. Blade is broader on the S/S version and the FRN SE one is pointier. I haven't used my new one yet, and thus cannot say which I prefer. Though I must admit I do tend to use the tip a lot on my current SE Ladybug, and also the serrations do get used to open up USPS packages containing yet more Spydies :p

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

12-05-2007, 11:29 PM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Ladybug/DSC_2155.jpg

Ladybug sensory overload Dan! I love this last photo.... I do believe you engraved one for me? ;) :p :cool:

Agent Starling

12-05-2007, 11:39 PM

Lovely! Somehow I missed the fact that an SS Ladybug came out, glad you posted!

ozspyder

12-06-2007, 12:04 AM

Ladybug sensory overload Dan! I love this last photo.... I do believe you engraved one for me? ;) :p :cool:

Oh yes Brian I did, but I didn't have your postal address......So I had to find another Brian to give it to for Xmas. By chance my brother-in-law's name is also Brian so I wrapped it up for him instead....hope you don't mind. Maybe next year say around Nov, please email me your postal address (I'm actually not kidding on this one, I know I have a funny sense of humour) and you might find something in there for you ;) .

All these knives have been allocated, so please guys no more Xmas present requests for 2007. Try around mid Nov next year.

And Starling....how did you miss the S/S Ladybug. I am actually very surprised that Spyderco managed to make a better Ladybug than the last one. Didn't think it possible. But the F&F on these S/S buggers are solid :D

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

12-06-2007, 12:24 AM

LOL Dan, hey those ladybugs IMO are gifts "from the heart"... :p
Spread the addiction wide and far ... :D
Hey got any more Aloe vera or lovely Lavender pix to show? :confused: :cool:

on a more serious note, I really like that pinwheel photo b/c I've tried to replicate that style of photo several times and all came out crappy....

tonydahose

12-06-2007, 08:51 AM

ozspyder

12-07-2007, 03:08 AM

Here they go to Santa's .....
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DSC_2246.jpg

And...my favourite ;)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DSC_2248.jpg

Cheers
Dan

bh49

12-07-2007, 07:43 AM

Here they go to Santa's .....

And...my favourite ;)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DSC_2248.jpg

Cheers
Dan

Very, very smart idea Dan.

jaislandboy

12-08-2007, 08:01 PM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/DSC_2248.jpg

LOL Dan that's some nifty gift wrapping there....should survive the trip to the North Pole... :p

bladese97

12-15-2007, 07:20 PM

ozspyder

12-16-2007, 12:27 AM

Hey bladese97,
I like that one a lot. The colour is great cos I just love blue, being my fave colour and all.... :)

I actually sourced that one of a mate of mine, along with the waved one. I have seen them being auctioned on the Bay occasionally...though not sure if they are available in any online stores. Have you tried the Pharmacy or any of the usual haunts as yet?

I'm sure one of them should have it if not the Bay would definitely have it if you are patient enough.

Good luck on the hunt mate. You shouldn't have too much hassle on this one though.... I wouldn't think.

Cheers
Dan

dialex

12-17-2007, 02:27 PM

Thanks for the great pics. Man, I own one of those knives myself, and many of them are NIB, but when I see those pics, I swear I'm a little jealous.
I guess it has something to do with the greener grass on the other side of the fence... :o

ozspyder

12-19-2007, 04:59 PM

Updated Salt I :)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_2253.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_2257.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_2252.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salt%20I/DSC_2254.jpg

Cheers
Dan

jaislandboy

12-19-2007, 05:12 PM

Great pix datan, love the starfish theme... :cool: :)

Fairlane

12-21-2007, 10:28 AM

Nice pic's of the salt, Daniel!

ozspyder

12-27-2007, 01:05 AM

And the ones that started me off to buy sharp things with this logo :spyder: on them !

Updated photos showing my latest acquisitions, with a couple of missing ones :(. But all in all I am very happy with my Native hoard. My Nativeity Scene as it were for this time of the year :rolleyes:

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_2313.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_2317.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_2321.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Native%20I/DSC_2341.jpg

Cheers
Dan :D

Peter1960

12-27-2007, 02:28 AM

Very well done, Daniel! I didn't noticed that you already have fourteen Natives, impressive :cool:

ozspyder

12-27-2007, 02:34 AM

2 elusive ones to go :)

Blackhair

12-27-2007, 06:08 AM

Which two? :confused:

ozspyder

12-27-2007, 06:15 AM

The two I refer to are:
1) OEF (Tan PE "Operation Enduring Freedom" Afghanistan), and
2) The Spider web etched one (Native II SS PE...I think it is PE) etching of web is on handle and on blade. There waws one on the Bay a couple of weeks ago, but not mint so I had to pass on it (that and i had to money :p).

I love my Natives. The 2x Native III's in PE and SE are users, and the Native I is starting to become a favourite too. IMHO the Native along with the Delica should be owned by Spyderco fans. They'll just keep going and going with whatever abuse you'd like to throw at them.

Cheers
Dan

bh49

12-27-2007, 07:14 AM

Very impressive Native hoard. Nice pictures.
I love the last shot.

ozspyder

12-27-2007, 10:12 PM

Here are some updated shots of my newest darling :D

Caly3 in VG10 blade steel, with black G10 handles. Since my mini Persian was given away the Caly3 has taken the role as my special occasion carry knife next to my beater Salt I.

I don't think many in this forum or outside of it has anything bad to say about this knife. In fact the opposite is true in that only good things have graced the reputation of this wonderfully capable knife. I dare say that this may take the mettle of Knife of the Year 2007. The only knife for me that may displace this from my person could be the new Delica V ;) in FFG and G10.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2346.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2345.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2349.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2347.jpg

Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair ! :)

Cheers
Dan

Billy

12-28-2007, 07:54 AM

Great shots of the Caly Dan! And I really love your Nativeity scene too. :cool:

Billy

Blackhair

12-28-2007, 07:58 AM

jaislandboy

12-29-2007, 12:12 AM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2346.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2345.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2349.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2347.jpg

Wow Dan, those Native photos (by themselves) are way impressive.....these lovely Caly3 pix are the "icing on the cake"..... fantastic photos, please continue ... :)

ozspyder

12-29-2007, 05:32 AM

The Caly3 is a truly remarkable blade, I absolutely love mine.

On the subject of the Delica V replacing it though: you have to remember, the Caly3 isn't just loved for its G-10 and FFG, it's loved because of the ergonomics that flow from it thanks to Mr. Glesser. Even with a makeover, the D5 won't be a Caly3, and as such, I don't think it'll bump my Caly3 out of my pocket. ;)

Blackhair, I agree with you 100%. Never said that the Delica V would replace the Caly3....just that it MAY replace it in MY pocket, even if for a while ;) I agree the ergos on the Caly3 seem currently to be superior to that of the D4. Who knows what the D5 might hold for us. Maybe it will feature many of the suggestions I have posed for Sal and his team (as has countless other forumites here and elsewhere)

FWIW: Caly3 is THE knife for me at this time and the last couple of weeks has seen it clipped to my side almost all the time.

Cheers
Dan

ozspyder

12-29-2007, 05:35 AM

these lovely Caly3 pix are the "icing on the cake"..... fantastic photos, please continue ... :)

Brian,

You know I will :D ;) . Watch out in early 2008 as I have my "Spyderco Hunting Expedition" planned for the whole year. It will most likely not ever go according to plan, but I will try to fulfill my list, and maybe exceed it :p

Cheers
Dan

bh49

12-29-2007, 09:30 AM

Brian,

You know I will :D ;) . Watch out in early 2008 as I have my "Spyderco Hunting Expedition" planned for the whole year. It will most likely not ever go according to plan, but I will try to fulfill my list, and maybe exceed it :p

Cheers
Dan

"Spyderco Hunting Expedition" sound very interesting, promising :p .

bh49

12-29-2007, 09:38 AM

Here are some updated shots of my newest darling :D

I dare say that this may take the mettle of Knife of the Year 2007.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2346.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2345.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2349.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Caly%20III/DSC_2347.jpg

Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair ! :)

Cheers
Dan
Thank you for beautiful pictures.
Please, keep updating Caly3.
I think that knives like Caly3 and Kopas deserve their own threads.

ozspyder

12-31-2007, 01:38 AM

Not sure if I added these updated ones here already or not. I think I only added them to my "Kopa Kabana" thread. So here they are, my favourite collection of gentlemens folders.

Not sure if :spyder: can improve too much more on this design with the exception of the few already mentioned in the other thread concerning a clipless Kopa etc. Would like them dentless, but you get what you get and I like what I am getting from Sal and his team thus far :D

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2260.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2271.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2280.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2270.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2284.jpg

2008 will be Kopa Hunting Season for me. Hoping to capture a few more of this breed so that I can finally get some backups for EDC :p yeah I know, I know.... my favourite knife yet I don't EDC it ! They are just so beautiful :D

Cheers
Dan

bh49

12-31-2007, 06:17 AM

Beautiful pictures Dan. I even can not tell, which one I like more. All of them top notch.
Regarding EDC Kopa, trust me it nice. It is in my pocket right now and was used already today (I opened a bag with coffee :D, but day only starting :D ). I was lucky to buy second Cocobolo about a year ago.
Please, keep posting your pictures.

David Lowry

12-31-2007, 08:46 AM

As always, good stuff Dan! I love your pics.

The black micarta Kopa seems a tad elusive theses days.

ozspyder

01-21-2008, 06:03 AM

No need for too many words. The exquisite design with flowing lines and subtle colours combined with solid workmanship says it all.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2470.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2470.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2466.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2466.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2500.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2500.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2511.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2511.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2471.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2471.jpg)

....more to come .... :p

ozspyder

01-21-2008, 06:05 AM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2476.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2476.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2477.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2477.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2478.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2478.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2484.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2484.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2491.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2491.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2492.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2492.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2493.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2493.jpg)

....more.....wait for it....

ozspyder

01-21-2008, 06:10 AM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2475.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2475.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2479.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2479.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_2472.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/?action=view&current=DSC_2472.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

bh49

01-21-2008, 07:15 AM

Beautiful pictures Dan.
Congratulations on your Blue Lum.
Are you going to update your Kopas with jigged Bone?
I heard it is coming very soon.......:)

Tjolbi

01-21-2008, 10:11 AM

Great pictures, as usual... ;)

ozspyder

01-23-2008, 06:06 PM

Thanks for your comments everyone.

I haven't heard anything more on the Jigged Bone. I am hoping that it'll be released before the end of Feb because I have a few (OK, a lot !) new Spydie releases in 2008 which will hamper my C92 collection. Damn you Spyderco and your tempting ways :D :p

All the Kopa releases scheduled/ announced thus far has really got me excited. The only one which nags at the back of my brain is the Stack Wood ones.... much like the Klown Kopa I fear this one might polarise people. But, in hindsight the Klown Kopa turned out better than expected, though still not to everyones taste.

Stop talking, more photos incoming :D

Cheers
Daniel

ozspyder

01-23-2008, 06:11 PM

Here it is the newly released Forest Green G10 UKPK to replace the discontinued Black G10 UKPK.

Let's see if I cannot help Sal move the whole stock of FG UKPK's so he can help me out with Purple G10 :D

What can I say about this version of the UKPK ???? Nothing that hasn't already been mentioned in any of the other UKPK appreciation threads. Aside from the G10 colour (which is very subdued but sexy nonetheless) there isn't much difference. One minor thing I noticed was its point of balance, which seems to be more centred than my UKPK. My UKPK when placed flat with clip down seemed to roll forward and fall down, whilst this FG UKPK stayed flat.... just a minor thing, not sure if any internal shifting has occured or whether my black UKPK was just a bit off.

Enough talk.... here comes some eye candy

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2612.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2612.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2613.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2613.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2620.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2620.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2619.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2619.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2607.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2607.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2608.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2608.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2609.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2609.jpg)

....to be continued...

ozspyder

01-23-2008, 06:15 PM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2622.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2622.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2623.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2623.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2625.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2625.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2617.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2617.jpg)

I think if you are a fan of the UKPK or any of the Caly variants, you really need to get this one in the Forest Green G10. If Spyderco makes the Caly 3 with FG G10 then I will be all over it like a rash. In the meantime go get yourself one of these. They marry up nicely with my FG Millie :D . Also I will wish for a black blade Spydie with FG G10 handles (Delica 5, Endura 5, Caly 3, Mille :p) .... you can only pray that Sal might consider it ;)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_2614.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/?action=view&current=DSC_2614.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

Brad S.

01-23-2008, 06:21 PM

As always lovely photos. I love the ones with both, its just a great pair. Now I just want to know one thing.

HOW IN THE WORLD DID YOU GET ONE ALREADY:D

****Mumbling to myself****
...i live ten minutes from the factory... they tell me they dont have the ukpk yet... dont know where it is yet...how does some dan over then in aussie land get one so fast... i just... i dont know what to do... must have FG ukpk... I need a candybar... errr coffee... or.... Mmmm New Belgium Fat tire... lets see someone in australia try to get one of those...

is my hand nervously twitching....

:D :D :D

jaislandboy

01-23-2008, 07:43 PM

:eek: :cool: :eek:
thanks for the great pix datan that FG UKPK looks lovely... on my must get list 4 sure ;)

Blackhair

01-23-2008, 09:25 PM

*Intake of breath...*

WheredidyougetoneofthoseIneedtohaveonegivemeonenow ! :eek: :D :p

mrappraisit

01-23-2008, 09:32 PM

*Intake of breath...*

WheredidyougetoneofthoseIneedtohaveonegivemeonenow ! :eek: :D :p

What he said, only slower:D

ozspyder

01-23-2008, 10:52 PM

I would go contact your favourite dealer right now and enquire about these :D and get a pre-order :p

You shoud have some luck in the next week or so.

Cheers
Daniel

ozspyder

01-24-2008, 06:40 AM

The fabled Kris, now discontinued. Its sexy curves are both its blessing and its downfall. Great to look at , but unfortunately scares some people off due to its funkiness and relative difficulty to sharpen.

A larger folder than initialy expected. Sexy black micarta :) with lovely shiny s/s bolsters and s/s pins. The length of the blade makes it a bit harder to open up than most other folders. Due partly to the length and also partly to the very tight fit and finish of his nice Schempp folder.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2642.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2642.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2647.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2647.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2644.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2644.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2648.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2648.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2630.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2630.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2638.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2638.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2637.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2637.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2636.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2636.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/DSC_2635.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kris/?action=view&current=DSC_2635.jpg)

Cheers
Dan

swingshot

01-24-2008, 07:15 AM

. The length of the blade makes it a bit harder to open up than most other folders. Due partly to the length and also partly to the very tight fit and finish of his nice Schempp folder.

Some come out with a tighter blade than others - after a couple of dozen cycles it tends to loosen up. :)

ozspyder

01-26-2008, 06:39 AM

Spydersaw ... imagine getting attacked by this :O !!!

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/DSC_2658.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/?action=view&current=DSC_2658.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/DSC_2661.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/?action=view&current=DSC_2661.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/DSC_2655.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/?action=view&current=DSC_2655.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/DSC_2657.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/?action=view&current=DSC_2657.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/DSC_2660.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/?action=view&current=DSC_2660.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/DSC_2663.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/?action=view&current=DSC_2663.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/DSC_2665.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Spydersaw/?action=view&current=DSC_2665.jpg)

Cheers
Daniel

Mr Blonde

01-26-2008, 08:54 AM

I think if you are a fan of the UKPK or any of the Caly variants, you really need to get this one in the Forest Green G10.

Man, that's fast!! Congratulations. I had a similar quick catch with the Li'l Temp many many years ago. By chance, the German distributor got their shipment in before most US webshops. Enjoy it!

Wouter

jaislandboy

01-27-2008, 12:47 AM

those Kris pix are "drop dead" cool Dan.....yeah, that Kris can be a bit intimidating as a steak knife :rolleyes:
Hey that Spydersaw makes for a good IWB carry it looks a bit more difficult to sharpen than the Kris :D

Zenith

01-28-2008, 04:46 AM

Dan

Always a pleasure to see your pictures

bh49

02-05-2008, 07:09 AM

No Kopa updates?
Somebody saw Jigged Bone landing in Sydney. I am wondering who got it? :confused:

ozspyder

02-05-2008, 07:17 AM

Who told you Jigged Bone landed in Sydney ??? :D

Daniel

bh49

02-05-2008, 08:37 AM

Who told you Jigged Bone landed in Sydney ??? :D

Daniel

grapevine.

ozspyder

02-05-2008, 03:33 PM

giant1

02-05-2008, 11:38 PM

It has landed in Sydney but I have NFI why Customs are inspecting both my FG UKPK and the JBP Kopa. Neither of them look dangerous. Unless they deem the jiggy bone to be of a natural material that requires fumigation ???

Photos will ensue.... you know they will :D

Daniel

Daniel

I would say 70% to 80% of my knives come through with the "customs have been here" stickers on them. I guess they are just doing their job. It just means waiting longer for our toys to come through.

Jigged bone should not be a problem. I have a couple of jiggies which got through OK.

ozspyder

02-05-2008, 11:51 PM

As long as I don't get a "Please Explain" letter instead of my package of sharp stuff.

I doubt if the materials will cause much consternation...but .... you just never know with our favourite knife fondlers at the airport :( I betcha they are all sitting around throwing our blades into apckages or using them to open up all their other packages !

Anyhow, shouldn't be too long now.... tick tock, tick tock... :D

Daniel

Fairlane

02-06-2008, 02:16 PM

Nice pic's as ever, Dan!

Keep up the good work.

dialex

02-10-2008, 05:04 AM

Very nice pics, very nice knives. Thanks for the eye candy and for the impressions.

ozspyder

02-10-2008, 05:46 AM

Thanks guys, great to hear comments from the experts on the forums :

Meanwhile, here are some very quick shots of my newest addition to the Kopa Kabana :D

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2770.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_2770.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2764.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_2764.jpg)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/DSC_2769.jpg (http://s143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Kopa/?action=view&current=DSC_2769.jpg)

Initial impressions of this Honey Jigged Bone Kopa are all positive. The colours a tad darker than I had expected. Very 'warm' looking compared to some of the previous releases which were looking a lot more like jewellery :) Nothing wrong with that, though this release is harking back to a classic interpretation of a gentlemans folder.

I like the s/s pins on the scales, but at the same time 'want' pinless scales so I can fondle the full handles without interruption.

All in all 2 thumbs up !

Daniel Happy :D

lerman

02-10-2008, 06:13 AM

oooooooo... it's so pretty, great pics Dan

Spygineer

02-15-2008, 11:39 AM

Hey Datan - Just want to say I am a big fan of your work. Great collection and great pictures. Maybe :spyder: should hire you to market their stuff. I certainly bought more knives than I intended based on your images:D :D

More pics please!

Blackhair

02-15-2008, 08:53 PM

I certainly bought more knives than I intended based on your images

Ditto to that. :p :D

Congrats on the newest Kopa, Dan! :cool:

jaislandboy

02-16-2008, 01:54 PM

congrats on the jigged bone Dan, the photos make it look delicious :p :D

The Deacon

02-16-2008, 03:48 PM

Beautiful Dan, I'll admit to being more than a bit prejudiced, but I think the jigged bone is the best looking Kopa yet. :D

ozspyder

02-16-2008, 05:58 PM

Wait for Giraffe Bone :D

tonydahose

02-16-2008, 06:02 PM

nice pics Dan..i just ordered one so i'd say a week or so and ill have it...i think the blue one will be the best looking one this year but that's just me:D.

mrappraisit

02-17-2008, 10:46 AM

That's a beauty Dan!:D

224477

02-17-2008, 10:52 AM

Beautiful Dan, I'll admit to being more than a bit prejudiced, but I think the jigged bone is the best looking Kopa yet. :D

Exactly my thoughts on the jigged boned one.

ozspyder

03-12-2008, 03:41 AM

Black G10 Dodo PE

This one is an interesting piece. Yet again I was seduced by the curvy blades of Spyderco. Not satisfied with parting company with the smurf version of the Dodo, I had to get a Black version. I tend to carry black handled knives more than the coloured ones as they tend to attract less attention in the black office pants I usually don. So this was an excuse for me to go buy an S bladed curved beauty from Eric's stable.

Once again, like the blue sibling, I discovered what it was like to hold a handle that seemed moulded to my hand. I think larger mitts would find it a tad squeezy to fit into the deep curves of the handle's belly. Fits me fine though :D Ball bearing lock was the reason I got rid of the blue one. But in hindsight this little annoyance with difficult fat thumbs disengaging a ball lock is trivial compared to the ergonomics of the handle.

Love the wire clip. If only it were low riding, that would be greater still.

Enough talk, show us the pics :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2823.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2828.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2831.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2832.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2825.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2833.jpg

You gotta love Black G10. I do like the coloured G10's coming out lately, but still find myself drawn to the classic colours of black and ....black..... Now where did they hide all the Black Yojimbo's !!!!

bh49

03-12-2008, 06:57 AM

Very nice pictures Dan and congratulations on black Dodo.
I love this knife. Great ergos and pure beauty. I fall in love with Dodo, when I saw it first time. But when I was able handle it first time (it was on the knife show), not only me but even a seller had trouble with ball lock, so I didn't buy for almost a year. :eek: I believe, some knives at the beginning of production had some issues with lock. but two of mine just perfect, the one, which I found for WhyNot is flawless as well.
It would be very nice, if Spyderco will do Dodo sprint run. May be caged lock,
orange G10:p :p :p
Congratulations again and thank you for morning treat, eye

I tend to carry black handled knives more than the coloured ones as they tend to attract less attention in the black office pants I usually don.

I think you will attract some attention when you pull out your Black Dodo:D :D

ozspyder

03-12-2008, 08:12 AM

I believe, some knives at the beginning of production had some issues with lock. but two of mine just perfect, the one, which I found for WhyNot is flawless as well.
It would be very nice, if Spyderco will do Dodo sprint run. May be caged lock,
orange G10:p :p :p
Congratulations again and thank you for morning treat, eye

I think you will attract some attention when you pull out your Black Dodo:D :D

The ball works perfectly, just that it takes a bit of effort to get to the thing...dunno maybe my thumbs too fat :) ???

Maybe a Blue Dodo would be better for NKP friendliness? time to go find one again ! I find black just camouflages better with my pants, but blue is a bit more relaxing :D

Fairlane

03-12-2008, 11:10 AM

Congrats Dan!

Nice catch, that one. I am looking for this one, myself.

enyong112

03-12-2008, 04:43 PM

Nice one dan....:D I may be ordering a Blue SE one... hehehehe i'm still crossing my fingers...:p

Agent Starling

03-12-2008, 04:46 PM

i'm with ya on the black G-10, it's my fave!

Agent Starling

ozspyder

03-12-2008, 05:02 PM

But wait ! there's more :D

The little bird is exploring my garden a bit, scoping the views out, and then nestling itself into a nice spot ready to pounce ! :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2834.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2839.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_2840.jpg

jaislandboy

03-12-2008, 05:09 PM

congrats on the endangered dodo datan .... great pix :cool:
yeah, the smaller BB is not the easiest to "unlock" the knife.... the ergos and overall package won me over though ;) while the clip is not as low riding as that on the Caly3, for instance, to me it's the next best thing (much more discrete than the Yojimbo) :rolleyes: :spyder:

ozspyder

03-27-2008, 11:52 PM

Inspired by users here raving on about their Para Military. I got the twin set of a plain ole Millie and Para. I've had the Millie before but never used it. This time I bought the big and little brothers and pocketed them both immediately.

Military is a beautiful blade, and a classic Spydero. The Para Military takes the Military package and makes it into a pocket rocket ! :D It fits my hands probably better than the Military, ad the compression lock is rock solid.

Here are some pictures I hurriedly took around the yard when the sun came out a few minutes ago. I promise more to come :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2866.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2858.jpg

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http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2891.jpg

ozspyder

03-27-2008, 11:54 PM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2896.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2890.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2898.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2897.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Para%20Military/DSC_2881.jpg

Billy

03-28-2008, 07:39 AM

Great stuff as always Daniel! Love the Millie/Para pics!

bh49

03-28-2008, 10:05 AM

Very nice pictures, Dan.
I never had para, always felt this blade can have 1/2" smaller handle.

jaislandboy

03-28-2008, 11:38 PM

awesome pix of the Para/Millie Dan :cool:

ozspyder

04-11-2008, 06:40 PM

More Lava :D

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_2906.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_2907.jpg

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http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_3097.jpg

ozspyder

04-11-2008, 06:41 PM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_3087.jpg

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http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_3090.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_3104.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_3103.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lava/DSC_3102.jpg

ozspyder

05-02-2008, 12:31 AM

Fanta UKPK :D

When I first opened up this blade from the box I nearly reached for my sunglasses. I thought my Barbie knives (aka Pink D4) were bright enough, but this might rival the Pink D4's for eye blinding colour ! POP :eek: :)

You surely will not lose this knife in a hurry. The rescue orange reminds me of Fanta, very bright and you are almost tempted to lick it because it looks so tasty :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_3296.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_3298.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_3295.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_3297.jpg

amen74

05-02-2008, 12:39 AM

Beautiful pictures Daniel! Your Lavas are awesome. Are the handles micarta?

The UKPKs with orange G10 are the best! I wish Spyderco would use it on more knives. Thanks for sharing your photos!

bh49

05-02-2008, 04:15 PM

Great colors Dan.
Beautiful pictures as always.

ozspyder

05-04-2008, 07:58 AM

More extinct Dodo's were found on my Dodo tree outside my front yard :)
I quickly grabbed my camera and followed them around and catalogued their movements for a few brief moments.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_3250.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_3255.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_3256.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_3258.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_3261.jpg
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Dodo/DSC_3263.jpg

bh49

05-04-2008, 08:29 AM

It seems to me that Dodos are not extinct, they just moved to Australia. :)
Beautiful pictures Dan, you have great yard and cute birds. Just don't let your girls to play with them, at least yet.

mrappraisit

05-04-2008, 09:16 AM

Dan the pics look great. I guess we can add blue and black DoDo's to the list of unusual and potentially deadly animals found "down under"

Regarding the orange UKPK, now every-time I see it I will here the Wanta Fanta song in my head

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gokk-1Q0ipQ

jaislandboy

05-04-2008, 12:14 PM

Juicy UKPK pix Dan, love the "Dodos in a bush" too ;) :cool:

Peter1960

05-04-2008, 12:24 PM

I think I have to move from Austria to Australia. In my garden I find on various plants slugs only :(
:D

amen74

05-04-2008, 04:44 PM

Your Dodo pics are awesome Daniel! I actually have one as a screensaver.

Please do not feed the Dodos!

WhyNot

05-04-2008, 08:28 PM

...The rescue orange reminds me of Fanta, very bright and you are almost tempted to lick it because it looks so tasty :p

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/UKPK/DSC_3296.jpg

Dan,
I hope you resisted temptation...:p
It does look very tasty! Great pics!
You flock of Dodos is awesome... It looks like those birds feel pretty good in Australia:D
WhyNot

Jay_Ev

05-04-2008, 10:30 PM

Daniel,

Very nice photos of your collection of knives. I am especially jealous of your 4 Dodo's, I would love more than anything to have the complete set:( .

Jay

amen74

05-04-2008, 11:10 PM

I must admit my envy of the set of Dodos too. I love the little buggers!

ozspyder

05-05-2008, 12:06 AM

Just wait ... I think I might be tempted to get one 'modified' :eek:

Yes, I know, I believe my hoard has got to the stage where I am starting to do more using than collecting, and getting them a bit closer to what I am comfortable with is a nice challenge :rolleyes: Oh, maybe a couple more backups just in case.... then pimp away :p

walace

05-05-2008, 06:52 AM

the salsa burgandy is really great.....

ozspyder

05-06-2008, 05:50 AM

The stout little Salsa took my breath away. Maybe it was its minty fresh colouration that did it. The cool touch of the green almite handles felt very nice. Solid compression lock is amazingly strong. And oh ! the infamous cobra hood that people either love or hate :)

Personally I find this knife quite nice to handle. The 'fatness' of the blade, or breadth of it is a concern for many people. If you only take one knife then it's OK for larger pockets. I can see the concern though. For the blade length there is an awful lot of steel behind it. Then again, the chunky little green knife is meant to be NKP friendly.

Here are a few pics.

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3266.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3264.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3265.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3292.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3284.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3288.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3267.jpg

mrappraisit

05-06-2008, 08:05 AM

Great Salsa pics Dan. I like the way the color shifts from a hot green to a cool green, very cool.

jaislandboy

05-06-2008, 09:34 AM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Salsa/DSC_3292.jpg

beautiful pix Dan, congrats on the Salsa :cool:

amen74

05-06-2008, 01:26 PM

Wonderful Salsa pics. Sure is a cute little knife. Thanks Daniel.

ozspyder

06-04-2008, 08:46 AM

Manix - Foliage Green G10 PE sprint run

The tank has been reincarnated in newer clothing. Gone is the tactical black, in with the calmer FG colour. Not everyone's cup of tea, either in colour or size of knife.

I like it though. It is a very large and heavy folder, and would definitely drag your shorts down if you went jogging with it :p

Enough talk, here are the pics...

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3428.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3434.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3455.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3449.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3452.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3453.jpg

ozspyder

06-04-2008, 08:48 AM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3460.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3459.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3431.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3432.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3445.jpg

bh49

06-04-2008, 11:39 AM

Very impressive. It looks like you had eleven reasons to buy Manix.
Which one is your favorite? :):D

WhyNot

06-04-2008, 12:02 PM

Dan,
I did not even know Spyderco made that many Manixes:confused:
You might have some tough time picking up one for rotation:D
Great pictures though!
WhyNot.

Caly E

06-04-2008, 12:24 PM

ummmm, am I seeing what I think Im seeing? That cant be. Anyone who would do that is simply SIC. I like your style.:D

PS I graduate in Sept so if you are looking to hire a dedicated hard worker then please let me know.

Billy

06-04-2008, 12:34 PM

Wow Dan - MANIX MANIA!!!!!!! Nice haul and, as usual, great pics.

Mr Blonde

06-04-2008, 01:01 PM

Very excellent Salsa shots you took there!

Regarding the Manixes, or is it Manii?:D, are you a knifedealer or something?;)

Wouter

amen74

06-04-2008, 04:10 PM

Daniel. Just a quick question. How many lifetimes will all those Manixes last?:p

ozspyder

06-04-2008, 05:03 PM

Hey guys....no, not all for me (unfortunately :( ). I was organising a group buy for a bunch of Aussie Spydie fans. As postage to Australia is fairly expensive, a group purchase was the most logical way for all to save a few $ to be able to enjoy more Spyderco goodness in our daily diet :D

Only 1 from now on will be able to grace the presence of my future photography. The others left the building yesterday to meet their newly adopted parent :)

David Lowry

06-04-2008, 06:08 PM

ozspyder

06-04-2008, 06:32 PM

Daniel,

Very nice pics. I love the shots of all 11 Mini's together. Those are sweet.

I still don't like foliage green much but I've never owned a Mini Manix and now that they have been discontinued it seems like something I should try and grab (in black of course). :)

David,

These aren't the Mini.... these are the Maxi :D
I still have to get a Mini myself. Will see how I go this year in getting one to add to my hoard.
:spyder: have been bringing out too many other 'distractions' for me and I seem to be faltering in keeping up with purchases :p

mrappraisit

06-04-2008, 07:56 PM

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3432.jpg

Dan,
All those Manii, Manixes, whatever they are called look awesome. Nice gesture for other knifebros, that means good knife karma coming your way! They look like soldiers lined up for a parade.

tonydahose

06-04-2008, 08:32 PM

i love the group shots dan

jaislandboy

06-04-2008, 08:35 PM

impressive Foliage Green pix there Dan, those Manix's were quite an eyeful :cool:

David Lowry

06-04-2008, 09:24 PM

Thanks for the correction Daniel. I didn't catch that they were the full size Manix. ;)

They do look freakin' awesome though.

ozspyder

06-04-2008, 11:55 PM

Damn near broke my back lifting that USPS delivery box ! :D

Was even worse trying to setup the photos you see. Carefully placing a tank and getting it to stay in one position is amazing. The ones I setup on its edge kept falling down and my wife was fast approaching to find out what the thumping noise was :P

The locks on these are amazing. I only recently managed to find a black G10 Manix (thanks fireman ! :D) and I may be mistaken but I think the new batch may even by a tad smoother and a touch stronger ???

For those who haven't yet got one..... go to it NOW ! Or else I might get another couple for myself.

bh49

06-05-2008, 06:57 AM

Hey guys....no, not all for me (unfortunately :( ). I was organising a group buy for a bunch of Aussie Spydie fans.

Who are members of this group :you, your wife, the girls and their future husbands? :D
Manix is a great knife. One of my friends decided to change his last name to Manix :D:D
Manix kicked out Chinook out of his pocket. :(

GeorgeMaggos

06-05-2008, 07:49 AM

Manix - Foliage Green G10 PE sprint run

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Manix/DSC_3434.jpg

Hey Daniel,

thats an impressive group shot! I like it. Keep up the great work with your photos I appreciate it. I could look at :spyder: pics all day long :cool:

~George

WhyNot

06-05-2008, 02:10 PM

...Was even worse trying to setup the photos you see. Carefully placing a tank and getting it to stay in one position is amazing. The ones I setup on its edge kept falling down and my wife was fast approaching to find out what the thumping noise was :P

I feel your pain, Dan!
Just try to do the same on mirror:D
WhyNot

Ferreter

06-05-2008, 09:50 PM

Who are members of this group :you, your wife, the girls and their future husbands? :D

{skitter, skitter, skitter...... Fred grabs two! skitter, skitter, skitter}

photo's to come soon :D

ozspyder

01-14-2009, 10:47 PM

OK guys,

I feel the pain and my neglect of this thread. As per many requests for my lazy bum to get off and do some work, here are a couple of very quick and nasty shots I took upon receiving this package today :D

I think I like it :) and I think it'll end up an EDC !

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_4990.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r152/datan070973/cutlery/Spyderco/Lum%20Chinese/DSC_4986.jpg