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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: few more glamour shots of the san mai kwaiken https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg View Quote Very sexy |
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Sent off the blanks to Bos
Called and talked to (Paul Farner?) for a bit too cause I had some questions. He’s an absolute steel nerd |
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Originally Posted By rbb2: Ohhhhh yeah. Fresh baked sourdough sandwich bread. https://i.imgur.com/m6pvri2h.jpg View Quote Needs less butter and more grainy mustard. |
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Originally Posted By MrSig239: Sigma came back today. Yah! I updated pics of all the Shiro stuff. Which one should be my new avatar? Going to try the dark one for a while. Give your thoughts. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/56211/IMG_3631_JPG-2659122.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/56211/IMG_3636_JPG-2659123.JPG View Quote Bottom one is a stunner. Great shot. |
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Originally Posted By MrSig239: Testing avatar. Pic added to stay on topic. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/56211/IMG_3629_JPG-2659146.JPG View Quote Looks great |
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Originally Posted By konger: Any Spyderco fans? Looking at Paramilitary 2 and I’m wondering the differences between the Cruwear micarta model and the normal PM2? I saw a video that said the grips wouldn’t swap. Is Cruwear worth it or just get S35vn? View Quote Cruwear is a pretty decent steel a good all around steel as is S35VN. People didn't like the micarta scales for that run or there was an issue in mating the liners with the micarta. I'm sure someone will remember. |
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: Lil Shucker in random damascus and desert ironwood: this thing is WAY handier than I expected. https://i.imgur.com/7mShI5Y.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/7mShI5Y.jpg https://i.imgur.com/Hl5PTyf.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/Hl5PTyf.jpg View Quote Neat little blade and love the back ground |
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Originally Posted By PraesidiumFabrica: Moved into my new apartment so I was able to work on these again today Going to send them off to Bo’s for heat treat https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/498570/A6BF7D84-8BF4-46AA-A588-9EAED0534C70_jpe-2659292.JPG View Quote That's a cool collection of steels. M398 kinda fell off a ways back. A Renaissance is happening? |
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: few more glamour shots of the san mai kwaiken https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg View Quote Seriously, that blade is just incredible. |
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Originally Posted By MrSig239: Sigma came back today. Yah! I updated pics of all the Shiro stuff. Which one should be my new avatar? Going to try the dark one for a while. Give your thoughts. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/56211/IMG_3631_JPG-2659122.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/56211/IMG_3636_JPG-2659123.JPG View Quote That's tough - the knives stand out more in the light one but I think the dark one looks a little better overall. |
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Originally Posted By konger: Any Spyderco fans? Looking at Paramilitary 2 and I’m wondering the differences between the Cruwear micarta model and the normal PM2? I saw a video that said the grips wouldn’t swap. Is Cruwear worth it or just get S35vn? View Quote Cruwear if it not being stainless (but not a rust magnet either) is acceptable. Really good steel. |
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Originally Posted By 80085: That particular crucarta model is garbage, having owned one it’s a worse model than the g10 version. The action was trash. I’d suggest getting a regular g10 pm2 if that’s what you want. S35vn, I’m not sure any of those are or even were available. Perhaps you’re thinking s30v? People seem to like cruwear better than s30v. But the pm2 has so many steels available why limit yourself to those two options? I think you can still get the s90v version relatively cheap compared to what it could cost… https://www.dlttrading.com/spyderco-paramilitary-2-od-green-g-10-black-cpm-s90v-blade View Quote All of them, or a lemon? I'd be surprised if it was the former but not having had one I can't say you're wrong. |
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: few more glamour shots of the san mai kwaiken https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg View Quote JFC, fine, you got me. Send it my way and I will send you $50. |
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Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Nice plastic stuff? View Quote it's a sweet rubbermaid trolley to hold my tools and cleaning supplies since I am the building manager/janitor/maintenance/groundskeeper/snowremoval/ITbitch/supply specialist. I am also the HR and customer complaints department and if I have any spare time, sometimes they let me do legal stuff. But I don't use my special cart for that |
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: few more glamour shots of the san mai kwaiken https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg View Quote Man you freaking killed it with that blade. |
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Originally Posted By 80085: Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Needs less butter and more grainy mustard. Mustard toast? Sounds weird. And I like mustard. But just mustard on bread? I think I'll pass. |
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: https://i.imgur.com/xcZczMt.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/xcZczMt.jpg View Quote tell me more about the background material |
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Originally Posted By PraesidiumFabrica: Moved into my new apartment so I was able to work on these again today Going to send them off to Bo’s for heat treat https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/498570/A6BF7D84-8BF4-46AA-A588-9EAED0534C70_jpe-2659292.JPG View Quote does the sharpie come off in heat treat? |
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Communists aren't people.
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: few more glamour shots of the san mai kwaiken https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg View Quote |
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Originally Posted By rbb2: Sounds weird. And I like mustard. But just mustard on bread? I think I'll pass. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By rbb2: Originally Posted By 80085: Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Needs less butter and more grainy mustard. Mustard toast? Sounds weird. And I like mustard. But just mustard on bread? I think I'll pass. Throw on some cheese and I'm in... |
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Originally Posted By 80085: That particular crucarta model is garbage, having owned one it’s a worse model than the g10 version. The action was trash. I’d suggest getting a regular g10 pm2 if that’s what you want. S35vn, I’m not sure any of those are or even were available. Perhaps you’re thinking s30v? People seem to like cruwear better than s30v. But the pm2 has so many steels available why limit yourself to those two options? I think you can still get the s90v version relatively cheap compared to what it could cost… https://www.dlttrading.com/spyderco-paramilitary-2-od-green-g-10-black-cpm-s90v-blade View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By 80085: That particular crucarta model is garbage, having owned one it’s a worse model than the g10 version. The action was trash. I’d suggest getting a regular g10 pm2 if that’s what you want. S35vn, I’m not sure any of those are or even were available. Perhaps you’re thinking s30v? People seem to like cruwear better than s30v. But the pm2 has so many steels available why limit yourself to those two options? I think you can still get the s90v version relatively cheap compared to what it could cost… https://www.dlttrading.com/spyderco-paramilitary-2-od-green-g-10-black-cpm-s90v-blade mmmm...S90V.... Originally Posted By konger: Cutting things I don’t cut with my fixed blades. Daily carry. I noticed Cruwear has the same corrosion resistance as 3V. It doesn’t seem to rust. I also read some guys say the new handle is more flimsy or something with the micarta. I never had an issue with 3V as far as corrosion, but generally in a knife that size I would be prioritizing edge retention over toughness and there are better steels than 3V for edge retention. S90V for instance. Maxamet. Originally Posted By konger: Thanks for sharing your crappy experience. I kind of had my heart set on the Cruwear version because I put a premium on ease of sharpening. I really wouldn’t want something that’s harder to sharpen than S35vn, which is why it was my other choice. I can’t find one in stock however. I’d buy a 3V version if they made it. I wouldn't listen to this guy konger. He is a professed Spyderco fan boi who apparently doesn't even know they did S35VN (I had one). If the action was trash it was probably his own fault. They stopped doing the S35VN a while back. S45VN should be comparable for sharpening and stainless. 3V would not be as easy, but if you are using diamonds shouldn't be too bad. But S90V and maxamet will likely be harder to sharpen than S45VN. Originally Posted By williedikker72: I think the standard current ones are S45vn, which isn't any harder to sharpen than s30 or s35 for me. I have that S90v version referenced earlier and really like it. Still haven't had to sharpen yet though. The Crucarta has full liners and I think they sit a little proud of the scales. The scales near the compression lock have alot of flex. Was looking at getting one awhile back, but never got around to it. I'd like to try some Cruwear though. but just the scales, not the liners? |
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Originally Posted By MrSig239: Testing avatar. Pic added to stay on topic. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/56211/IMG_3629_JPG-2659146.JPG View Quote the darker background showcases the knives better |
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Originally Posted By sywagon: https://imgs.search.brave.com/vxXBYccns96KkBKwbF_DbX2AXPhEhgP2c8_TsoblO4E/rs:fit:640:640:1/g:ce/aHR0cHM6Ly9pLnBp/bmltZy5jb20vb3Jp/Z2luYWxzL2RkLzg4/L2JhL2RkODhiYTJm/NzYyNzJhYTdmYzgw/MmRjYjYyNzM1MTcx/LmpwZw View Quote that's kinda scary |
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Originally Posted By WIC: mmmm...S90V.... I never had an issue with 3V as far as corrosion, but generally in a knife that size I would be prioritizing edge retention over toughness and there are better steels than 3V for edge retention. S90V for instance. Maxamet. I wouldn't listen to this guy konger. He is a professed Spyderco fan boi who apparently doesn't even know they did S35VN (I had one). If the action was trash it was probably his own fault. They stopped doing the S35VN a while back. S45VN should be comparable for sharpening and stainless. 3V would not be as easy, but if you are using diamonds shouldn't be too bad. But S90V and maxamet will likely be harder to sharpen than S45VN. but just the scales, not the liners? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By WIC: Originally Posted By 80085: That particular crucarta model is garbage, having owned one it’s a worse model than the g10 version. The action was trash. I’d suggest getting a regular g10 pm2 if that’s what you want. S35vn, I’m not sure any of those are or even were available. Perhaps you’re thinking s30v? People seem to like cruwear better than s30v. But the pm2 has so many steels available why limit yourself to those two options? I think you can still get the s90v version relatively cheap compared to what it could cost… https://www.dlttrading.com/spyderco-paramilitary-2-od-green-g-10-black-cpm-s90v-blade mmmm...S90V.... Originally Posted By konger: Cutting things I don’t cut with my fixed blades. Daily carry. I noticed Cruwear has the same corrosion resistance as 3V. It doesn’t seem to rust. I also read some guys say the new handle is more flimsy or something with the micarta. I never had an issue with 3V as far as corrosion, but generally in a knife that size I would be prioritizing edge retention over toughness and there are better steels than 3V for edge retention. S90V for instance. Maxamet. Originally Posted By konger: Thanks for sharing your crappy experience. I kind of had my heart set on the Cruwear version because I put a premium on ease of sharpening. I really wouldn’t want something that’s harder to sharpen than S35vn, which is why it was my other choice. I can’t find one in stock however. I’d buy a 3V version if they made it. I wouldn't listen to this guy konger. He is a professed Spyderco fan boi who apparently doesn't even know they did S35VN (I had one). If the action was trash it was probably his own fault. They stopped doing the S35VN a while back. S45VN should be comparable for sharpening and stainless. 3V would not be as easy, but if you are using diamonds shouldn't be too bad. But S90V and maxamet will likely be harder to sharpen than S45VN. Originally Posted By williedikker72: I think the standard current ones are S45vn, which isn't any harder to sharpen than s30 or s35 for me. I have that S90v version referenced earlier and really like it. Still haven't had to sharpen yet though. The Crucarta has full liners and I think they sit a little proud of the scales. The scales near the compression lock have alot of flex. Was looking at getting one awhile back, but never got around to it. I'd like to try some Cruwear though. but just the scales, not the liners? The section of micarta behind the lock flexes since the lock is part of the liner and is moved away to lock the blade. Here's a cropped net pic showing the unsupported area behind the tab and full liners. Attached File |
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huh, I feel like I have unsupported micarta that doesn't flex. i will have to look.
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Originally Posted By konger: Cutting things I don’t cut with my fixed blades. Daily carry. I noticed Cruwear has the same corrosion resistance as 3V. It doesn’t seem to rust. I also read some guys say the new handle is more flimsy or something with the micarta. View Quote Cruwear is a good steel but there's also 3v and 4v or if you're looking for something pretty similar there's M4 which is semi stainless, tough and holds a good edge. |
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then why are people bitching about it?
or was it just boobs? |
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Originally Posted By konger: Thanks for sharing your crappy experience. I kind of had my heart set on the Cruwear version because I put a premium on ease of sharpening. I really wouldn’t want something that’s harder to sharpen than S35vn, which is why it was my other choice. I can’t find one in stock however. I’d buy a 3V version if they made it. View Quote S45vn isn't harder to sharpen than S35vn and more available. |
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: yeah, im saving it for something special. got some starry night too https://i.imgur.com/t05GmmF.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/t05GmmF.jpg View Quote yeah, the starry night caught my eye too. good grabs. |
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Originally Posted By doubleplusgood: few more glamour shots of the san mai kwaiken https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/DAAZqVN.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg" target="_blank">https://i.imgur.com/dDDqB6I.jpg View Quote . That San Mai is incredible |
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