Spyderco Story (The Book) WOW!

[deac]

I have been a knife collector for over 30 years but just recently started collection Spyderco knives and posting to this forum. Today, a book I ordered called The Spyderco Story arrived in the mail. After opening this book up I just could not put it down. It is a fantastic book that describes the company from the begining and the thought that goes into each knife it has produced. I've only gotten part of the way through this book so I can't give a write up on the book. What I've seen so far makes me want to collect all of their knives. This is one fantastic book and deserves to be on the bookself of all the spyderco collectors out there.

[Rger No. 1]

An excellent book- informative, interesting and easy to read. It gives the history of many of the knives which provides a different perspective from the forum which looks forward , and of course at the present, for the most part.
Toward the back of the book, you will find Sal's inspirational leaders: Honda (learning from mistakes), Chapman of Lotus motor car (build lightness in), Deming (continuous improvement), and Disney. You will also learn of Sal's committment to total quality improvement principles; hiring practices; employee induction, promotion, retention and overall evaluation philosophy; and the impressive Spyderco organizational climate devoted to product improvement, invention, identification of future customer demands, and exceeding customer expectations.
Most importantly, this is a knife book. It explains different designs, metals, handle materials, locking devices. The purpose of a particular knife is related to its design and materials. Many of the people associated with Sal in the "designer" knives are highlighted along with crisp pictures of their knives.
There are also some really neat old ads in the book.
Finally, read the section on the "ideal machine" and find which Spyderco comes closest to the ideal machine.
Although I read the book over the Christmas period, I find myself referring back to it constantly as a refresher and as a quick reference guide to certain knives.
As you can tell, I really recommend the book to my fellow Forum friends. It's great reading and hels us almost grasp this indefinable, yet elusive, Spyderco mystique.
You can buy the book directly from Spyderco but I bought mine from Amazon.com at considerable savings. Let's hear if anyone who got it for less so we can save our Forum friends a couple of bucks to be applied toward the new Salsa or Lil Temperence.

Rger No. 1

[Lsaulog]

Welcome to the Forum, Deac & Rgr No.1 .

"Hope for the best. Be prepared for the worst. You'll never be disappointed."

[RYAN]

Welcome to the forum deac and Rger No.1!!
The Spyderco story is a good read. I pick it up at the shop here and flip through it about once a month, just to refresh my knowedge of Spyderco. I have acquired a lot of my Spydie Information from this book.
Enjoy your stay here on the forum. There is a lot of good info and great people around here!! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

[Joyce Laituri]

Hi Deac and Rger. No 1- welcome to the forum, glad you both like the book.

Here's a trivia exercise for you...as you go through the book there is one picture of the owner of Spyderco (Sal Glesser) in there... find it?

Joyce @ Spyderco

[Joyce Laituri]

trigger happy

Edited by - Joyce Laituri on 2/15/2002 11:18:32 AM

[Joyce Laituri]

way trigger happy!

Edited by - Joyce Laituri on 2/15/2002 11:19:01 AM

[Joyce Laituri]

Software problem or operator error..hmmm decaf only for me!

Edited by - Joyce Laituri on 2/15/2002 11:20:43 AM

[gadfly]

Deac and Rger No. 1,

Welcome to the forum.

While the book is pricey, I'm afraid I'll have to get it as I have way too many Spydies to not have the book.

One way or the other, you pay for your tools!

[Carlos]

Hi deac,

Welcome to the Spyderco Forum.

[Pachucko]

Welcome aboard--Pachucks

[toothed]

Joyce, who cares about a picture of Sal in the book (I already know what he looks like from the Sharpmaker video)--Just tell us if YOUR picture is in the book! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

I can't figure out why I'm willing to spend $$$ for a knife but not a cent for the book. Do the books come in Ti cover and plain edged pages? Serial numbered? Pocket clip? Hmm, maybe that's why (i.e., not enough options). I guess when the day comes that I have more than enough knives that I really need I'll finally buy the book.

[Kahz]

Ah, mind refresher. I finished the book and I will re-read the technical part after my brain cramp heals. <img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> It's an awesome book! I especially like how it explains the company's philosophy and, of course, the story behind many knives. Welcome to the forum, all newcomers! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Kahz

[lotsablades]

I found the picture, Joyce!

I won't tell where it is, though... :-)


It really is a GREAT book, and worth every cent!

"A knifeless man is a lifeless man..." -ancient Nordic proverb

[lotsablades]

I found the picture, Joyce!

I won't tell where it is, though... :-)


It really is a GREAT book, and worth every cent!

"A knifeless man is a lifeless man..." -ancient Nordic proverb

[32055]

I finally came to my senses and bought the book last week. I have not finished it yet, but it is well worth putting the next knife purchase on hold for a little while.

[sam the man..]

welcome aboard dudes! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> The book ROCKS! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Sam

have spydies will travel

[Rookie]

Welcome to the forums.

In the land of knives, Spyderco is king.

[SpyderNut]

Ah ha! The power of the &quot;BOOK&quot;! (Moment of silence)<img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>
Way to go, dude! You WON'T regret the $$$ spent for it! I have mine right by my bed. A great resource, too!

~Spydernut

[deac]

Joyce, I found the picture. I won't say what page it is on, but it is a picture of Sal shaving the back of his head. I am surprised that it is the only picture of Sal in the entire book and it does not even show his face.

[Al]

Hmmm....It could be he didnae want to scare the readers! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

[Rger No. 1]

Thanks to all of you for the welcome to the Forum. The pic of Sal is on p.194.
Is that &quot;close&quot; enuff, Joyce, or am I &quot;cutting&quot; it too &quot;sharp&quot;?
Joyce, thanks for the new catalog.

Rger No. 1