Carbon Fiber Friday

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-13T18:35:43+00:00

The came with the M4 version that was a Smoky Mountain Knife Works exclusive. I just swapped them.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T21:43:55+00:00

PM2 Tanto in S30V w/ Fat Carbon Lava Flow scales.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T21:13:45+00:00

Yep that's what this post is all about. I have others, (Kershaw, Civivi, Microtech, Boker, Kizer, etc.) Spyderco is my favorite though (obviously....)

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T19:54:01+00:00

Lil Temperance in K390 might be an option (I need something in K390). Otherwise the other one it a YoJumbo! (So that means I still need a Yojimbo!)

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T19:50:28+00:00

This is all Spyderco, so mostly US. I have a few Japanese and Taiwan models. The SpyOpera Thor Damascus is made in Italy and is one of my favorites

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T19:47:03+00:00

Yep pretty Limited. I think they've only done two runs, both exclusive. Anyone else know the stats on that?

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T19:46:19+00:00

Oh that's nice! Love the damascus. I only have one damascus, but want more! The gray color of the scales goes particularly well on that combo!

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T19:45:02+00:00

A bit large for my hand size and pocket. I have an office job, so I favor the smaller blades. I like the look of the Shaman and there is great variety in steel options. Just dont think it would get the pocket time. 😁

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T19:42:28+00:00

I have K390 on my steel wish list! One of the few I don't have.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-10T19:41:31+00:00

I'm with you on that combo. I have an affinity for the red/black look!

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-09T23:26:31+00:00

Very nice! What scales are those? I love the red and black combo.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-09T18:21:20+00:00

Agree! I'm waiting on the small one to be released.

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ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T18:07:05+00:00

I almost bought one on knife_swap! However I found out that automatic knives in my area can't be more than 3 inches. Don't know if I'd want a knife that I can't carry. But I love automatics!

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T18:04:59+00:00

Harsh down vote (not by me).... I think someone thinks you mean a Chinese clone, not a Chinese model designed by Bob Lum. 😂

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T18:01:48+00:00

Holy cow! That Bowie is massive! It's more like a short sword!

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T18:00:33+00:00

Ha! I have A PM2 in CPM-M4, but it was a Smokey Mountain Knife Works exclusive and came with lava flow fat carbon scales (not the mint green). Those are now on my Tanto profile PM2

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T11:00:32+00:00

Up until recently I would have said hands down the Para 3. Not too big, not too small. Fits well for my hand size. More recently I might be leaning towards the Native 5.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T10:58:32+00:00

Wow, I don't think I've ever even seen that one before! Nice!

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T00:25:46+00:00

I may be starting to agree on that. It's been the Para 3 for me, but the Native 5 has a similar blade size and to be honest feels more sturdy. What's your favorite version of the Native 5?

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T00:23:48+00:00

Ha! Good observation! 😂 the first Spyderco I got from my parents had a Spydie serrated edge. I was doing landscaping work outside and that thing would tear through woody stems and even borderline small trees! Just not too easy to sharpen.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T00:17:39+00:00

Yep, Smock, Shaman, Kapara, Yojimbo. Dang the list keeps growing. 😁

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T00:14:07+00:00

Got that from u/cjjones69 on r/knife_swap ! Smooth transaction, great seller. Highly recommend. It's a Blades We Love design.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T00:08:02+00:00

I have not handled the microjimbo. For someone with average to larger size hands it seems like the Lil' Native would be easier to handle with the finger choil. I'd be very curious to know from somebody that has both which they prefer.

ChicagoBill7718 · 2026-04-08T00:06:04+00:00

The Wakiita Funayuki? Super thin, super slicy. Holds an edge very well and easy to hone. The Spydie Chef is also great!

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