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I recently purchased the Spyderco Spydercard. I've listed the Specs first since that can be a make or break for a lot of knife owners. If you have any questions or suggestions for future reviews, don't be shy to post! A video review is up now!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esvwYv8jiAo
Specs-
Closed: 3-3/8 X 2-1/8 X 1/8
Open Length: 5-15/16
Blade Length: 2-11/16
Edge Length: 2-1/4
Weight- 3.25oz.
Blade Material: AUS-6
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Lock: Frame Lock
Production: Discontinued
Blade- I received the partially serrated version of the knife. The serrations are very deep with a long, double short repeating pattern. I attempted a paper test on the plain edge; however, the blade wasn’t sharpened quite well enough for clean cuts. (Granted, the previous owner used it and I did not touch it up). On the other hand, the serrations were phenomenal! I tested them on a ¼ inch nylon rope and, after a nock was made, the rope stood no chance. My version also happen to be made in Japan with AUS-6 steel. To the best of my research, this steel is most similar to the US’s 440A steel. If you want some info on that steel see this site: http://ajh-knives.com/metals.html
Handle- The handle is one piece of thin stainless steel that has been folded to form a handle that is a kind of hybrid between a sandwich construction and a solid piece. The open shape of the knife allows for a very good grip on pulling strokes. The blade shape also forms a rather large thumb ramp that is just as good for stopping your thumb, as it is for putting pressure on for push strokes. An uncomfortable appearance actually turns out to be a very ergonomic design when put into practice.
Lock- The Spydercard has a frame lock that holds up quite well, with no noticeable blade play. The real innovation in the lock is not in how it locks but how it unlocks. There is hole (very Spyderco-esque) in the upper part of the handle that goes through the first side of the handle to expose the other side of the frame lock so you can push it. There is a small chance the blade can nick your finger while you are closing the knife, but the blades other parts will probably remind you of your stupidity and knock your finger out of the way.
Overall- This is a very nice knife. As a credit card knife, it fits very well in the wallet as well as in dress clothing (i.e. jackets and slacks) without making noticeable lines. Its cutting power is very prominent and will probably tackle anything you are going to throw at it as a credit card knife, as well as some heavier tasks. The design is very unique and it is a good addition to any collectors’ pile or anyone else’s wallet EDC.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esvwYv8jiAo
Specs-
Closed: 3-3/8 X 2-1/8 X 1/8
Open Length: 5-15/16
Blade Length: 2-11/16
Edge Length: 2-1/4
Weight- 3.25oz.
Blade Material: AUS-6
Handle Material: Stainless Steel
Lock: Frame Lock
Production: Discontinued
Blade- I received the partially serrated version of the knife. The serrations are very deep with a long, double short repeating pattern. I attempted a paper test on the plain edge; however, the blade wasn’t sharpened quite well enough for clean cuts. (Granted, the previous owner used it and I did not touch it up). On the other hand, the serrations were phenomenal! I tested them on a ¼ inch nylon rope and, after a nock was made, the rope stood no chance. My version also happen to be made in Japan with AUS-6 steel. To the best of my research, this steel is most similar to the US’s 440A steel. If you want some info on that steel see this site: http://ajh-knives.com/metals.html
Handle- The handle is one piece of thin stainless steel that has been folded to form a handle that is a kind of hybrid between a sandwich construction and a solid piece. The open shape of the knife allows for a very good grip on pulling strokes. The blade shape also forms a rather large thumb ramp that is just as good for stopping your thumb, as it is for putting pressure on for push strokes. An uncomfortable appearance actually turns out to be a very ergonomic design when put into practice.
Lock- The Spydercard has a frame lock that holds up quite well, with no noticeable blade play. The real innovation in the lock is not in how it locks but how it unlocks. There is hole (very Spyderco-esque) in the upper part of the handle that goes through the first side of the handle to expose the other side of the frame lock so you can push it. There is a small chance the blade can nick your finger while you are closing the knife, but the blades other parts will probably remind you of your stupidity and knock your finger out of the way.
Overall- This is a very nice knife. As a credit card knife, it fits very well in the wallet as well as in dress clothing (i.e. jackets and slacks) without making noticeable lines. Its cutting power is very prominent and will probably tackle anything you are going to throw at it as a credit card knife, as well as some heavier tasks. The design is very unique and it is a good addition to any collectors’ pile or anyone else’s wallet EDC.
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