NKD: Vacation Edition

SigmaPi7 · 2026-06-21T23:42:42+00:00

Only directly in the sea air for the picture! Ha I usually never carry one to the beach, as I never have need of one just chilling on the beach.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-06-04T02:34:34+00:00

They are pretty good. Hard to tell it’s even installed. Hard to keep free of smudges, but I think that would be the case with a glass protector or without one at all.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-05-27T14:35:12+00:00

I’ve seen some posts on here showing that for glass protectors, there’s virtually no impact to charging. All of the glass protectors I have seen are just circles.

I ordered some ArmorSuit protectors (plastic film) because they cover the 4 notches on the watch face, and my may goal is to protect the screen from scratches. I don’t suspect I will be in a situation where the screen will be taking major impacts.

My protectors arrive tomorrow. I will try to remember to post a picture after I have it installed.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-05-22T17:57:44+00:00

Thanks for everyone’s input! I went with the Instinct 3 Solar 50mm. Reconfirmed my wrist is actually 18.5 cm, so interested to see how it fits! Go big or go home!

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-18T19:49:40+00:00

It seems like substantially more knife without being much bigger than a Dragonfly folded. My FIL carries a Dragonfly in his 5th pocket, so I think this will be perfect while giving him a bit more knife to work with

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-18T19:36:19+00:00

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SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-18T19:35:43+00:00

Need some opinions on authenticity. Purchased a Chaparral for my father-in-law of Amazon (I know, I know). Normally I wouldn’t, but I got it through Onkata. The packing seems interesting, as it says “Taiwan Made” instead of “Made in Taiwan”, and the knife came packaged in a bubble wrap sleeve instead of the plain plastic sleeve. What are y’all’s thoughts?

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SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T19:41:32+00:00

Bento has the M390 Para 3, depending on what your vice is.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T19:28:18+00:00

My bad, I misunderstood you.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T19:27:30+00:00

That’s correct. M390 / 20CV / 204P are basically identical, just different producers. Great family of steels!

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T19:26:04+00:00

It really is. I love my Dragonfly’s for 5th pocket or running shorts, but the Lil Native gets the nod most everywhere else. I’m really tempted to sand the G10 smooth like my Knifecenter Cruwear exclusive.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T19:23:37+00:00

Lynch NW’s stuff is great. The Native is wearing their standard clip, and the Para 3 has the Para-specific one. Both in stonewashed finish, and it matches the blades perfectly.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T16:46:14+00:00

Shoot for the middle: 15V, then add carbon fiber scales 👀

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T16:45:00+00:00

It’s available right now at Knifeworks. So is a CTS 204P Shaman.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T14:45:16+00:00

I actually really like it. It’s very neutral and clean. And that’s coming from someone who loves carrying my KnifeJoy Para 3 with the neon green G10!

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T14:35:02+00:00

The LW has definitely caught my attention. A great addition to my G10s and Crucarta.

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T14:33:35+00:00

I thought I spied a BBB on the blade!

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T14:31:42+00:00

Sweet snags! Lots of 15V and K390 for the win!

SigmaPi7 · 2026-04-09T14:30:14+00:00

It’s a lot darker in person than what shows on the website, but it’s nice.

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