This the little brother to the also excellent Spyderco Tenacious is another impressive blade. That knife, reviewed by me in August 2008, has become a home run for Spyderco. It remains a very popular EDC and folding tactical knife choice that continues to enjoy brisk sales. Thats because, as stated before, it represents an outstanding value. The Persistence is the same exact knife as the Tenacious, just slightly smaller. The weights are surprisingly similar however: 4.0 oz for Tenacious, 3.6 oz for the Persistence. This more compact form factor will lend itself the competent fulfillment of most EDC duties (although I still feel a narrower blade will do some tasks better). The feel is solid, balance is good, the deployment is rapid (thanks to the phosphor bronze bushing), and the lockup is flawless on the Persistence. The full flat ground 8Cr13MoV blade is beautifully finished and I think will handle most cutting tasks very well. Like Japanese-made AUS8 steel, 8Cr13MoV is a high carbon (.8%) stainless steel that is balances corrosion resistance, edge holding, toughness, and ease of sharpening well. If neglected however it will rust. Just like big brother, the little knife also features textured G10 handles, skeletonized SS liners, a strong liner lock (from all appearances), functional jimping on both the top and bottom (!), and the good Spyderco polished 4 corner clip. At this -ish price point, it is another mind-blowing high value blade from Spyderco (that is similar in ...
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Sunday, January 6, 2013
Spyderco Persistence: "Pays Off Big" by Nutnfancy
Spyderco Persistence: "Pays Off Big" by Nutnfancy Video Clips. Duration : 18.25 Mins.
This the little brother to the also excellent Spyderco Tenacious is another impressive blade. That knife, reviewed by me in August 2008, has become a home run for Spyderco. It remains a very popular EDC and folding tactical knife choice that continues to enjoy brisk sales. Thats because, as stated before, it represents an outstanding value. The Persistence is the same exact knife as the Tenacious, just slightly smaller. The weights are surprisingly similar however: 4.0 oz for Tenacious, 3.6 oz for the Persistence. This more compact form factor will lend itself the competent fulfillment of most EDC duties (although I still feel a narrower blade will do some tasks better). The feel is solid, balance is good, the deployment is rapid (thanks to the phosphor bronze bushing), and the lockup is flawless on the Persistence. The full flat ground 8Cr13MoV blade is beautifully finished and I think will handle most cutting tasks very well. Like Japanese-made AUS8 steel, 8Cr13MoV is a high carbon (.8%) stainless steel that is balances corrosion resistance, edge holding, toughness, and ease of sharpening well. If neglected however it will rust. Just like big brother, the little knife also features textured G10 handles, skeletonized SS liners, a strong liner lock (from all appearances), functional jimping on both the top and bottom (!), and the good Spyderco polished 4 corner clip. At this -ish price point, it is another mind-blowing high value blade from Spyderco (that is similar in ...
This the little brother to the also excellent Spyderco Tenacious is another impressive blade. That knife, reviewed by me in August 2008, has become a home run for Spyderco. It remains a very popular EDC and folding tactical knife choice that continues to enjoy brisk sales. Thats because, as stated before, it represents an outstanding value. The Persistence is the same exact knife as the Tenacious, just slightly smaller. The weights are surprisingly similar however: 4.0 oz for Tenacious, 3.6 oz for the Persistence. This more compact form factor will lend itself the competent fulfillment of most EDC duties (although I still feel a narrower blade will do some tasks better). The feel is solid, balance is good, the deployment is rapid (thanks to the phosphor bronze bushing), and the lockup is flawless on the Persistence. The full flat ground 8Cr13MoV blade is beautifully finished and I think will handle most cutting tasks very well. Like Japanese-made AUS8 steel, 8Cr13MoV is a high carbon (.8%) stainless steel that is balances corrosion resistance, edge holding, toughness, and ease of sharpening well. If neglected however it will rust. Just like big brother, the little knife also features textured G10 handles, skeletonized SS liners, a strong liner lock (from all appearances), functional jimping on both the top and bottom (!), and the good Spyderco polished 4 corner clip. At this -ish price point, it is another mind-blowing high value blade from Spyderco (that is similar in ...
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Free Hand Sharpening by Nutnfancy
Free Hand Sharpening by Nutnfancy Tube. Duration : 11.60 Mins.
After like a hundred requests I'm compelled to do a sharpening video...maybe more to follow. Using an EZE-LAP Fine Diamond oval shaped diamond sharpener (Knivesplus.com, EZ-D10F, ) and a 13" Lansky sharpening steel, I show how I re-sharpen an AG Russell kitchen knife. Keep your edge angle very consistent on both rods, using enough passes to bring out the edge you desire. The diamond stone actually produces micro serrations in the steel which will cut very effectively. I find the edge is more durable and even sharper however if honed a bit on the steel, using care not to roll the tip (in video). I do use other systems occasionally but this is my current favorite. That's because this is the fastest way I'm able to bring out an edge again in a knife. Note: Suppliers and models of the referenced sharpeners will change. I note my original sources for reference and to maybe help save you time.
After like a hundred requests I'm compelled to do a sharpening video...maybe more to follow. Using an EZE-LAP Fine Diamond oval shaped diamond sharpener (Knivesplus.com, EZ-D10F, ) and a 13" Lansky sharpening steel, I show how I re-sharpen an AG Russell kitchen knife. Keep your edge angle very consistent on both rods, using enough passes to bring out the edge you desire. The diamond stone actually produces micro serrations in the steel which will cut very effectively. I find the edge is more durable and even sharper however if honed a bit on the steel, using care not to roll the tip (in video). I do use other systems occasionally but this is my current favorite. That's because this is the fastest way I'm able to bring out an edge again in a knife. Note: Suppliers and models of the referenced sharpeners will change. I note my original sources for reference and to maybe help save you time.
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