Spyderco Wire Clip Issue

They did it right on the Urban not so much the Sliverax. I don't really get the theory of putting the screw at the bend. It should be closer to the middle

 

Looks a lot like mine. Look forward to your update after it returns from Spyderco.

 

P2P, did Spyderco ever resolve this issue for you? I'm having the same problem with the clip on my Chaparral.

 

I had the same issue mounting to left side of an FRN Para3 LW M390 / DLT- I sent it to Spyderco for warranty service and they returned it saying nothing could be done (they did offer a trade in credit) I think there is an issue with the mould they are using for FRN. I used a small milling bit on a dremel to double the depth of the left-side clip channels to solve the problem.

 

Just FYI, Spyderco just revised (CQI) the Chaparral FRN to improve how the clip sits in the scales. Not sure but I believe the grooves are a little deeper now. I have my first run Chap LW on me today. I've never had an issue with the clip loosening up but it does look like those two ends are sitting proud of the grooves

 

I had to dig out all the FRN in those channels to get my clip to fit deeper. It now works great, but definitely is a design flaw. I just carved them out. The metal shows through now.

 

Hello, I just wanted to share my experience with the spyderco chaparral, mainly for those researching whether to buy or not to buy. First of all, I am very pleased with the knife. The quality is exceptional. The knife came razor sharp out of the box. Blade centering is spot on. So, on the issue. I can happily report, that the issue with the clip on spyderco chaparral FRN seems to be resolved (at leas on newer batches of the knives). I bought mine this month (june 2020) from knivesandtools.com (european site, although I think every major site/store has newer batches of spydercos in stock). After watching multiple videos and looking at multiple pictures online, it looks like they moved the pocket clip crew and reinforced parts of the scales where the clip "legs?" make contact. Nothing sticks out, the clip is completely flush with the scales. Also the clip makes full contact with the scales and the retentions is strong enough for such a small knife. Hopefully I helped someone who was deciding and hesitant after researching a bit. I am a bit of a perfectionist, so I wanted everything to be 100%.

Pictures are worth 1000 words.....

 

Hi P2P,

Sorry for your hassles. I'll let Charlynn know it's coming in.

sal

 

Never been a big fan of the wire clip. I can see why people like it, beeing low profile and all that but IMO it is just to weak and flimsy.

I prefer the standard clips, but YMMV.

And keep rocking that Delica, I have a M390 comming my way but the covid is REALLY slowing the shippment down... At this point I just hope it still gets here.