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Been carrying this Kiwi 4 for a while and really like it. ::nod::
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But, I recently scored this brand new Spyderco Swayback (for just a tad over half of MSRP ::super_happy::) which I was planning to EDC. It's a really nice knife, but at 4½" closed it's quite a bit bigger than I prefer. Since the frame is Titanium, however, it is substantially lighter weight than other folders of this size, so I'll give it a try and see if it will work in my EDC rotation. ::undecided::
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Inspired by 19th century English Jack knives, the swayback pattern is a stylish and extremely functional cutting tool. In his latest Spyderco collaboration, renowned Polish knifemaker Marcin Slysz supercharges this classic design by rendering it with state-of-the-art materials and craftsmanship. The SwayBack's hollow-ground Wharncliffe blade is crafted from CTS-XHP stainless steel and has a handsome stonewashed finish. It is housed in an open-backed handle constructed with solid titanium scales. Both scales are beautifully crowned for comfort and the reverse-side scale forms the foundation of a sturdy Reeve Integral Lock (RIL) with a stainless steel interface. A polished stainless steel clip provides convenient carry and is reversible for left or right-side tip-up access.

Close-up look at the Reeve Integral Lock (RIL) with a stainless steel interface:
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The Titanium Swayback was made in Taichung, Taiwan using CTS-XHP steel (whatever that is ::undecided::)

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QTCut5 wrote: Sun Oct 16, 2022 7:06 pm The Titanium Swayback was made in Taichung, Taiwan using CTS-XHP steel (whatever that is ::undecided::)


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QTCut5, the Swayback is a Spyderco that I have wanted to try. It looks like a great knife. ::tu::
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QT I like the looks of that Swayback, much different than the usual Spyderco offerings. Also like the Kiwi, the deep carry wire clip is my favorite style clip by far.
I have the para 3 lightweight on me today as usual. Lousy pic due to the sun, but the surroundings are tough to beat!
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QTCut5 wrote: Sun Oct 16, 2022 7:39 am
But, I recently scored this brand new Spyderco Swayback (for just a tad over half of MSRP ::super_happy::) which I was planning to EDC. It's a really nice knife, but at 4½" closed it's quite a bit bigger than I prefer. Since the frame is Titanium, however, it is substantially lighter weight than other folders of this size, so I'll give it a try and see if it will work in my EDC rotation. ::undecided::
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From the manufacturer:

Inspired by 19th century English Jack knives, the swayback pattern is a stylish and extremely functional cutting tool. In his latest Spyderco collaboration, renowned Polish knifemaker Marcin Slysz supercharges this classic design by rendering it with state-of-the-art materials and craftsmanship. The SwayBack's hollow-ground Wharncliffe blade is crafted from CTS-XHP stainless steel and has a handsome stonewashed finish. It is housed in an open-backed handle constructed with solid titanium scales. Both scales are beautifully crowned for comfort and the reverse-side scale forms the foundation of a sturdy Reeve Integral Lock (RIL) with a stainless steel interface. A polished stainless steel clip provides convenient carry and is reversible for left or right-side tip-up access.

Close-up look at the Reeve Integral Lock (RIL) with a stainless steel interface:
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If it doesn't work out for you, contact me. I might be persuaded to give it a new home (as always, depending on the $). :mrgreen:
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I picked up my first Spyderco about a month ago it is the Ambitious for 2 bucks it is made in China , put it is a great knife and holds an edge ,it has been in my pocket every day since purchase, ::groove::
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jerryd6818 wrote: Fri Oct 28, 2022 4:12 pm If it doesn't work out for you, contact me. I might be persuaded to give it a new home (as always, depending on the $). :mrgreen:
I know you're not fond of trades, jerryd, but perhaps you could persuade your cousin to do a little swap ::hmm:: (I'm sure you know the cousin to whom I refer and the knife I would be willing to trade it for.) ::nod::
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QTCut5 wrote: Sat Oct 29, 2022 3:00 am
jerryd6818 wrote: Fri Oct 28, 2022 4:12 pm If it doesn't work out for you, contact me. I might be persuaded to give it a new home (as always, depending on the $). :mrgreen:
I know you're not fond of trades, jerryd, but perhaps you could persuade your cousin to do a little swap ::hmm:: (I'm sure you know the cousin to whom I refer and the knife I would be willing to trade it for.) ::nod::
I hope you have the patience to wait until he heads back North next Spring. Keep in mind that he's not much of a knife guy so don't be too disappointed if he declines on a swap or just flat out doesn't want to part with the knife. ::shrug::
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Yep... ::smirk::
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I've been alternating between my Delicas lately. Absolutely LOVE this model...perfect blade/frame size & carry weight IMO. ::tu::
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yes. ::nod::
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Some of my "Pocket-Rotation" Spydercos...
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GSPTOPDOG wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:02 am Some of my "Pocket-Rotation" Spydercos...
Nice group! 8) ::tu::

What model is the one with a metal handle in the first photo, bottom row, second from left side? ::undecided:: ::hmm::
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A very nice selection TOPDOG.

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I don’t always carry a knife with a pocket clip, but when I do it’s this 2.4 oz. Lightweight Para-3

Of all types of opening mechanisms on knives… assisted and manual… (levers, flipper, nicks, OTF, out the side, etc.) this is the most comfortable for me to handle and open. When I wear this one out I’ll get another.

It is sporting a new black wire spring pocket clip I put on it… to replace the silver one
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MadeinUSA wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 1:52 pm I don’t always carry a knife with a pocket clip, but when I do it’s this 2.4 oz. Lightweight Para-3

Of all types of opening mechanisms on knives… assisted and manual… (levers, flipper, nicks, OTF, out the side, etc.) this is the most comfortable for me to handle and open. When I wear this one out I’ll get another.

It is sporting a new black wire spring pocket clip I put on it… to replace the silver one

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That new black wire clip looks really good on the Para 3 ::tu::
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QTCut5 wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 3:45 am
GSPTOPDOG wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:02 am Some of my "Pocket-Rotation" Spydercos...
Nice group! 8) ::tu::

What model is the one with a metal handle in the first photo, bottom row, second from left side? ::undecided:: ::hmm::
I am not exactly sure ::hmm:: I will post a better photo of it for an up close look. I have had it for years and years, it has a permanently attached metal pocket clip, so I believe that was one of the earlier models.
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Quick Steel wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:32 pm A very nice selection TOPDOG.

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Mostly Spydercos.
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Thanks Quick Steel ::handshake:: I like your assembly as well ::tu:: I am a big fan of the Salt II ::nod:: That Al Mar looks pretty sweet as well ::tu::

I have had several Al Mars in the past, but I had a "cash-flow" problem (too much $ flowing out of my pocket and turning into knives ::skeptic:: ) so, like a fool I let 'em go... ::teary_eyes::
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MadeinUSA wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 1:52 pm I don’t always carry a knife with a pocket clip, but when I do it’s this 2.4 oz. Lightweight Para-3

It is sporting a new black wire spring pocket clip I put on it… to replace the silver one

::tu:: looks great! ::tu::
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QTCut5 wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 3:45 am
GSPTOPDOG wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:02 am Some of my "Pocket-Rotation" Spydercos...
Nice group! 8) ::tu::

What model is the one with a metal handle in the first photo, bottom row, second from left side? ::undecided:: ::hmm::
here are some up-close shots.
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GSPTOPDOG wrote: Wed Jan 04, 2023 7:19 pm
QTCut5 wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 3:45 am
GSPTOPDOG wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:02 am Some of my "Pocket-Rotation" Spydercos...
Nice group! 8) ::tu::

What model is the one with a metal handle in the first photo, bottom row, second from left side? ::undecided:: ::hmm::
here are some up-close shots.
Kool!! Thats an early Worker..
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jmh58 wrote: Fri Jan 06, 2023 4:45 pm
GSPTOPDOG wrote: Wed Jan 04, 2023 7:19 pm
QTCut5 wrote: Tue Jan 03, 2023 3:45 am
Nice group! 8) ::tu::

What model is the one with a metal handle in the first photo, bottom row, second from left side? ::undecided:: ::hmm::
here are some up-close shots.
Kool!! Thats an early Worker..
Nice!!
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::handshake:: Thanks! I had another one in the 1990's... ::teary_eyes:: and lost it hiking in the mountains in California
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GSPTOPDOG wrote: Fri Jan 06, 2023 9:05 pm
jmh58 wrote: Fri Jan 06, 2023 4:45 pm
GSPTOPDOG wrote: Wed Jan 04, 2023 7:19 pm

here are some up-close shots.
Kool!! Thats an early Worker..
Nice!!
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::handshake:: Thanks! I had another one in the 1990's... ::teary_eyes:: and lost it hiking in the mountains in California
You are Welcome.. ::handshake::
Sorry to hear that one went missing.. :(
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Not in my pocket (because it's too big for my basic EDC needs), but definitely on my office desk and possibly in my truck for whatever requires cutting, slicing and/or stabbing when I'm out of the house.
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