what inspires you...

[sam the man..]

well, to use, collect and keep going with your Spydies.. I'm curious to find out what kept others in this forum going and growing..

For me, its Spyderco's frankness and committment in making good knives at affordable prices as well as a great after sales service.. <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Care to share?



Sam





have spydies will travel

[hy]

For me, its the value for money factor, the quality and innovative designs. In addition, Spyderco staff and personnel like Sal, Joyce, Carlos, Spyderholic and Ryan provide almost instantaneous responses to any queries or problems.

[jaxon]

Great Knives <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> and other stuff<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Great People <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle><img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle><img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>.
Jaxon


"One of these days I'm going to cut you into little pieces!!!" Pink Floyd

[GlockDoc]

It's the whole hole thing. The Spyderco is the only one hand opener that doesn't bruise, cut or callous my delicate thumbs!

By the by Samo, how's the leg? I hope you will still get to follow the Roy Chapman Andrews trail through the Gobi Desert.

Enviously,

GD

...but I am arm'd, And dangers are to me indifferent.

[bogeyman]

I like the fact that there is a Spyderco design to suit many individual needs and wants. Plus the Spyderco community here in this forum is absolutely awesome!

[panguero]

Samo,

Edited by - sharp1 on 2/19/2002 5:27:20 PM

[sam the man..]

Hi GlockDoc!
I've gotta give Mongolia a miss. The expedition have been informed about my accident.. Anyway, the leg's getting better and I think I should be able to walk in three month's time! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Oh yeah, forgot to add : The Spyderco Forum and its community is totally AWESOME! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies will travel

[Alan2112]

The same for me Samo, and I'm still on cloud 9 with our new Vesuvius! RKBA!

[yog]

I admire a keen edge, and consistantly Spydercos are the sharpest straight from the box folders out there.

It is also obvious that Spyderco's are designed primarily as work knives, but at the same time manage to provide about the widest range of styles for a production knife company.
Thier range also covers a wide price range to suit all needs, but at no time is quality sacrificed.

Having Sal and others from the company drop by here and talk about all things knife related, or just shoot the breeze, even if it doesn't relate to Spydercos directly is a real big plus.

Before finding Spydercos and this forum a knife was just another tool I used daily at work. Now with a Spyder clipped to my pocket it seems to mean more, I don't know why, it just does.

"Walk softly, but carry a big stick."

[patogordo]

I only collect them, don&#180;t even carry one just buy them and put them in a safe

<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

I want all of them

[Gary]

Spydies are a high quality tool that exhibits excellent workmanship, honest straight-forward designs, innovative concepts, value... and, of course, the &quot;hole&quot;. However, it's the people behind their knives that put Spydies over the top. There are very few companies that achieve a higher quality for their products due to the synergy of their quality people. Sal and the Spyderco crew, just like the founder and employees of Harley Davidson make Harleys the King of Motorcycles, is what makes Spydies the King of Knives.
Thanks,
Gary

... edited to correct some spelling

Edited by - Gary on 1/25/2002 8:15:37 AM

[Brian]

I like them for several reasons, one is that the Spyderco designs are just so neat and useful that I don't see the need to get anything else. Plus these forum folks are as good as they get.<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle><img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle><img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Spydies RULE!!!

[tortoise]

Trust.

By now Spyderco has proven themselves to me. I know I could by a Spydie sight unseen if I had to, and have no worries. I know that when I buy a Spyderco product, it will be high quality in design, materials and workmanship. I know there will be no negative surprises, and I know that if I do have some type of problem with the product it will be taken care of by the company, without a battle.

I've said this in the past, if Spyderco made cars or refrigerators, they'd be the ones in my driveway or kitchen. The ability to trust a manufacturer is priceless.

[SpyderNut]

Samo,

Awesome question, Bro!<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

I will testify most willingly about the characteristics that have attracted me to the Spyderco company:
It all started when I had to do a 25 minute presentation for my Business class at college. I was trying to figure out what company I would like to do my report on, and I tried a few different companies before I came across Spyderco. [I knew about Spyderco, but I didn't have the 'virus' then.<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>] I tried Benchmade and CRK&amp;T, but nobody seemed to have what I was looking for.
I then e-mailed Spyderco and asked them if I could have some information on their company. Joyce made a speedy response to my inquiry, and even sent me a stack of papers in the mail to help me with my report. It was at that moment that I decided that I was going to do my presentation on Spyderco.

To make a story short, I just gave my presentation yesterday in my Business class. My professor as well as all my classmates seemed to be intrigued with the Spydies that I brought. The presentation went very smoothly. I was excited to make that speech, as it was fun. I spoke for about 35 minutes, although we were only supposed to talk for 15 to 20 minutes.<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
They had a lot of questions, and I tried my best to give a good answer. I brought my new Blue Lum, and it was a instant hit with the guys. The girls really liked the Pink Cricket, as I guessed. I also brought my CF Dragonfly, *winks at Kahz*<img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> and I almost had someone try to take it home! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
I normally don't look forward to making a speech, but that is one presentation I would make time and time again.

Thank you again, Joyce, for all your help! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> You get the credit for all I presented. [ I will find out my grade on my paper and presentation next week.<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>]

~I salute you, Sal, and the Spyderco crew!

~Spydernut

[rico]

Samo - 3 words COMPULSIVE BEHAVIOR DISORDER

Edited by - RICO on 1/25/2002 1:22:51 PM

[Sword and Shield]

Where to begin?? Should I start with the great feel in the hand, how a Spydie begs, with little Spyder-bambi-eyes, to be held and used?

Maybe I'll start with value for the dollar. A Spyder at $50 is better made, in terms of fit and finish, than a Cold Steel for $100.

Perhaps it's reliability. I can pick up any Spyder, anywhere, and know it reaches for the stars in the upper firmament of knifemaking skills.

Maybe, overall, the issue is trust and faith. Trust in the company to build quality knives, for workable prices. Faith in Spyderco's ability to keep on the forefront of knifemaking, be it steels or design. Trust in the company itself to do right by it's customers, every time.

Here's to Spyderco, feeder of my love for blades, proof that there are companies who really care!

Keepin' it real...real sharp, that is.

[sam the man..]

Hey Spydernut ~ All the best with the grade papers dude! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> You surely picked a good role model in the presentation! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies will travel

[SpyderNut]

Thank you, Samo!
I appreciate your encouragement.<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> I'll probably find out next Thrusday on how I did on the presentation as well as my paper.
Oh, I can't wait!<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle><img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
I will let you know what the outcome is...<img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

**Crossing fingers**

~Spydernut

[sam the man..]

You are most welcomed Spydernut! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Hope your success will inspire the rest as well! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies will travel

[Dav]

They are beautiful.


Nuff said
Dav

[Kahz]

Several things:

1. Cool and beautiful designs
2. Practical designs
3. Great value
4. Excellent quality
5. Continuous innovation
6. Cool company and product names <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
7. And, this forum: The people who moderate it as well as its members <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Kahz

[Al]

Cool name, Quality Knives (those with G-10/Micarta handles) with the thumb hole, affordable prices, huge variety and last &amp; most importantly...the 'Club Spyderco' forum.

[J Smith]

They are the best knives for the money that are made.
Haveing a forum to talk about them helps too.I have bought at least three of my spydies because of the forum.

Jeff

[minimarc123]

For me, it'd have to be all of you nuts... even after getting my hopes up, and recieving a dud knife from Spyderco you guys have made me want to go out and buy another one that costs twice as much!

Oh, and nothing beats that clip and spydie hole... I love being able to have it open and ready to go in a matter of a couple seconds, but concealed enough that most people don't even notice it.

-map

[sam the man..]

way to go minimarc! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies will travel

[GlockDoc]

samo, I am really bummed that you will miss that trip to Mongolia. I was really looking forward to hearing about it. I am, however, glad to hear that you will be up and around soon.

Regards,

GD

...but I am arm'd, And dangers are to me indifferent.

[jaxon]

Just thought of something else. Further to Gary's thoughts on page 1, I'm reminded of my Kahr K9 pistol. Justin Moon is a real innovator in his field as are Sal and the Harley folks. I'm privileged to be the owner of examples of all of their inspiration. Great work people. Thanks.
Jaxon

So many toys.

Sorry folks. Couldn't get a pix to work.

Let me try it again. Just foolin'around.

&quot;One of these days I'm going to cut you into little pieces!!!&quot; Pink Floyd

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Edited by - jaxon on 1/27/2002 12:17:02 PM

[jaxon]

Got to get the darn image to work. <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
Jaxon

"One of these days I'm going to cut you into little pieces!!!" Pink Floyd

[sam the man..]

Well GlockDoc, there will be another time.. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> My finger's crossed! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> Nice shot jaxon! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies will travel

[GSX-MAN]

Great knife, a bit expensive though....
I paid about $84 for a Calypso Jr. with the micarta handle.
In the Netherlands, that's a lot of money for a knife.
But on the other hand, it's great quality and it looks absolutely stunning. Now I want more......

Carpe noctem

Edited by - GSX-MAN on 1/28/2002 4:43:29 AM

[ruxton]

i used to collect knives (as in all knives) then i got my first spyderco (a spydercard actually) i was immediately struck by the quality of manufacture and materials, i still carry it in my wallet to this day, after that the bug had bitten and i was well and truly infected for good. from that point on it was gonna be spydies only for me, every once in a while i buy another (recently bought a SOG seal2000) but for me spydercos are the best value, quality and design knives on the market today. i wouldn't trust anything else. THANK YOU SPYDERCO!
MAT