Nice review, but I have to say, you are the first person I've seen/read with a negative opinion of Spyderco's Taichung manufacturer, and also the first to think they are inferior to Golden (cf, BLUNTRUTH4U's Sage review). Keep in mind those S30V blades are made in Golden.
As for the Caly only showing "Japan" (also note the font used for "Spyderco" in the maker's mark), that's because it's made by Moki. They have manufactured some of Spyderco's best-made knives.
@shimage If you want to see the the different in quality between Taiwan and Golden Spydies, compare the Leafstorm and the Chokwe, its one of the best ways since they both are same era, and same construction. One is Taiwan and one is Golden. No one that truly understands a quality crafted knife would think that they are the same quality.
Taiwan and China are not the same. China is JUNK! But Taiwan makes great knives with extremely high quality. Many of the custom knives are outsourced to Taiwan. The quality is dictated by the manufacture on based on the cost they want to control. You get twice the knife for half the price with "made-in-Taiwan".
@qvup7 Indeed they are two different Countries. However, that does not change the fact that the Taiwan-made Spydercos are inferior in quality to the US made ones. Additionally, I do not know what you mean by custom made knives being outsourced to Taiwan.. that would mean that the knife is not custom.
to customtactical: Spyderco sends some of their knives to Taiwan but if you have actually had any from their current Taiwanese manufacturer you would have seen that they are better than the Japanese made knives. I mean look at the Sage 1 or the Gayle Bradly, they are flawless. I just got a Stretch 2 in ZDP189 and was missing screws, and the grind was off. Actually handle the knives before you make ignorant comments, it makes you look like you don't know what youre talking about.
i have heard that if the knife doesnt have seki city on it, then it was sent to another manufacturer but made for spyderco. i think they did this on all the caly knives though so it sould just be trodition
I was wondering what the mark on the blade was! Never occurred to me it was Sal's signature! Sal is an excellent bloke by the way, really cares about his customers and his designs. Don't buy many Spydies as I prefer thumbstuds but I'm happy to support them when I do get one.
I'm loving it! Great knife!
mk1212wq 1 year ago
Nice review, but I have to say, you are the first person I've seen/read with a negative opinion of Spyderco's Taichung manufacturer, and also the first to think they are inferior to Golden (cf, BLUNTRUTH4U's Sage review). Keep in mind those S30V blades are made in Golden.
As for the Caly only showing "Japan" (also note the font used for "Spyderco" in the maker's mark), that's because it's made by Moki. They have manufactured some of Spyderco's best-made knives.
shimage 1 year ago
@shimage If you want to see the the different in quality between Taiwan and Golden Spydies, compare the Leafstorm and the Chokwe, its one of the best ways since they both are same era, and same construction. One is Taiwan and one is Golden. No one that truly understands a quality crafted knife would think that they are the same quality.
customtacticals 10 months ago
Taiwan and China are not the same. China is JUNK! But Taiwan makes great knives with extremely high quality. Many of the custom knives are outsourced to Taiwan. The quality is dictated by the manufacture on based on the cost they want to control. You get twice the knife for half the price with "made-in-Taiwan".
qvup7 1 year ago
@qvup7 Indeed they are two different Countries. However, that does not change the fact that the Taiwan-made Spydercos are inferior in quality to the US made ones. Additionally, I do not know what you mean by custom made knives being outsourced to Taiwan.. that would mean that the knife is not custom.
customtacticals 1 year ago
The steel may be limited edition.
NewDaysofNoah 1 year ago
to customtactical: Spyderco sends some of their knives to Taiwan but if you have actually had any from their current Taiwanese manufacturer you would have seen that they are better than the Japanese made knives. I mean look at the Sage 1 or the Gayle Bradly, they are flawless. I just got a Stretch 2 in ZDP189 and was missing screws, and the grind was off. Actually handle the knives before you make ignorant comments, it makes you look like you don't know what youre talking about.
AK74al 2 years ago
I love the blade style but the line on the blade just takes away from the beauty of this blade.
TheBgcheez 2 years ago
"Zee Dee Pee" would be the correct pronunciation ;)
Fartybutt520 2 years ago
"zed" is how "z" is pronounced in Great Britain and other European nations.
heiheit 1 year ago 3
The laminated steel also saves money, as not as much expensive ZDP189 is used.
Yesmaamiagree 2 years ago
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I was playin with a spyderco just like that, fiber grip. slipped out of my hand, and nicked the tip of my penis, the foreskin.
It sliced through the flesh so fast that i didnt feel it until my dog started licking it.
IamFreeRu 2 years ago
Does that mean you are dickless now? On a side note, that poor dog.
rezzoro7 2 years ago
@rezzoro7... No, but it does mean im now circumcized......
IamFreeRu 2 years ago
laminated spyderco :o
nephildevil 2 years ago 2
i have heard that if the knife doesnt have seki city on it, then it was sent to another manufacturer but made for spyderco. i think they did this on all the caly knives though so it sould just be trodition
thekrazyredhead 2 years ago
Good review.
I love this knife, one of my favorite EDC. Feels awesome in the hand, holds an edge forever and is beautiful to look at.
boxant 2 years ago 5
Beautiful knife, I have the G10 Caly3 (also has those circular marks) but seriously considering the carbon fiber one now. Thanks for the vid!
benlg 2 years ago 2
spydercos always catch my eye.
BaconBeast11 2 years ago 5
Very nice! Great review! Thanks!
nycdave212 2 years ago 3
wow laminated, interesting, thanks for the review man.
wishbone1138 2 years ago 3
I was wondering what the mark on the blade was! Never occurred to me it was Sal's signature! Sal is an excellent bloke by the way, really cares about his customers and his designs. Don't buy many Spydies as I prefer thumbstuds but I'm happy to support them when I do get one.
darkstar1one 2 years ago 2
Great Review 5 stars!
thecajunblaze 2 years ago 2
I have this knife and love it. Nice knife to carry when you are dressed nice.
thecajunblaze 2 years ago 2
cool knife, great review 5/5
tankdogg7233 2 years ago 2
Beautiful knife....I love spyderco.
Thanks CustomTacticals :)
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