2010 Spyderco prototypes! Balance, Kiwi & FRN Manix
Posted: March 8th, 2010 | Author: Thomas | Filed under: Tactical steel & outdoors magic | 2 Comments »
From we get to catch a glimpse of the new 2010 Spyderco prototypes, this is part one and I will keep you updated on part two when it arrives!
Go to his website and check out the pretty pictures, out of respect I will not repost them here because he really does deserve full credit!
My thoughts on the new models;
Ed Schempp Balance
It is simply stunning, very much a throwback to the true vision- Function before form! It is in my opinion the best thing coming up besides the PPT.
I will no doubt get the RIL/Framelock plain stainless steel version since to me this is a great EDC folder, it looks like it will simply melt in your grip!
Jason Breeden Rescue
To be honest I always had a love hate with the captain and I sense this model will be no different. The handle and generally look is very comfortable and utilitarian however something about it just puts me off. Perhaps I need to hold it to fully appreciate it for what it is!
Kiwi SS Slipit
Thank you Sal! What a great lil slipjoint! I love everything about this model and I cant wait to get it- I wonder how the new “rough” feel/opening resistance will be like although I am sure if you really wanted to you could smooth it out with some judicious use of sandpaper and polishing compound.
Manix 2 FRN
And finally the “lightweight” version of the Manix 2, not really sure of how I feel about it- on one hand I think its way more sheeple friendly compared to the original tactical g-10 version but its just so very different, once the shock has been fully absorbed perhaps it will grow on me but for the time being its just a bit too much like a toy for me to view it seriously!
Overall I am pretty excited with what is coming, I did not expect such designs in these economic times but once again I am taken by surprise!
Cant wait for part 2 and great job!
A+
Thank you! These are great news!
[...] Sorry about the time it took to get this updated, this will be a mega post following Wouter’s format so if you have not read it already please check out part 1! [...]