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Messer Festival - Coltello in Festa 2021 in Maniago (Pordenone, Italien) - 4.-5. September 2021 ITALCAM promotet u.a. die italienischen Produktionen, die auf eine jahrhundertelange handwerkliche Tradition zurückblicken: darunter zählen die Messer und die Klingen aus Maniago. Die kleine Stadt ist weltbekannt für ihre Messerhersteller und liegt in einer wunderschönen Landschaft am Fuße der Dolomiten im Nordosten Italiens. Bereits im Mittelalter lieferten die hier ansässige Schmieden die Waffen aus ihren Werkstätten an die Serenissima, die Republik Venedig. Die traditionelle und beliebte Veranstaltung Coltello in Festa wird dieses Jahr am 4. und 5. September stattfinden. Das Festival ist ein Highlight für jeden Messer-Enthusiasten und...

POLICE™ MODEL Spyderco Insider Recently, Spyderco was honored to host a visit from a long-time Spyderco Forumite who goes by the forum username “Yablanowitz.” A U.S. Navy veteran and long-time Spyderco enthusiast, Yablanowitz specializes in collecting variations of our iconic Police Model. He’s spent years tracking down rare variants of this classic design—many of which have seen extensive real-world use—and was kind enough to bring his collection along for us to examine, discuss, and photograph. Spyderco founder Sal Glesser, Digital Media/Marketing Administrator Kristi Hunter, and Special Projects Coordinator Michael Janich all gave Yablanowitz a warm welcome when he arrived. Then, while Sal and Kristi showed him some of the inner...

Unlocking the History of non-locking Knives Edge-U-Cation® Non-locking pocketknives were the first knives to combine the convenience and ease of carry of folding construction with the utility of a sharp cutting edge. The oldest known folding knife, the Hallstatt Knife, was a member of this breed. Named after a village in present-day Austria where it was found, it has been dated by archeologists to approximately 500 to 600 BC, so folding knives have clearly been serving mankind for more than 2,500 years. The earliest folding knives were friction folders, as they relied only on the friction of the handle around the blade pivot to keep the blade open during use. Some friction folders also had a tab that extended from the tang of the...

Spyderco UK PENKNIFE™ SALT® Featured Product SKU: C94PYL / SYL MSRP: $127.00 ORIGIN: USA Since the introduction of our first revolutionary CLIPIT® folding knife 40 years ago, Spyderco has specialized in challenging convention. In the process, we have not only created truly unique knife designs, but entire genres of knives that set new standards of functionality and performance. Two prime examples of this are our Salt® Series—an entire family of ultra-corrosion-resistant cutting tools—and our SLIPIT™ line, which combines the legal friendliness of a non-locking pocketknife with the advantages of one-hand opening and convenient clip carry. Both these accomplishments were significant, industry-changing events, so how could we possibly...

lionSTEEL H2 & H1 Design Tommaso Rumici

M5, now available with the new Canvas handle Description The M5 is a fixed blade knife, born to be very easy to wear while still being very reliable for every outdoor and camp usage because of its large blade. The M5 is equipped with a Sleipner steel blade, which is available either satin finished or black with PVD and stone washed treatment, and it is manufactured with three different handles: olive wood, Santos wood, black G10, green canvas. The handle is fixed with stainless steel Torx T8 screws. The M5 is suitable for a variety of camp usages, cutting branches or processing food for instance. Its average dimensions and reduced weight make this knife an excellent all-around tool that is ideal in every outdoor activity. The M5...

Extrema Ratio DMP DMP is a multipurpose knife characterized by a remarkable versatility of use thanks also to its middle size. The drop point blade with a reinforced tip is particularly useful for the hardest use. The full flat grinding gives excellent cutting characteristics. The sheath is minimalist; most of the fabric has been cut off; it has got a 2nd level retention system, remembering the style of the model it was inspired by. The main shell is injection-molded in shockproof nylon. The secondary retention system is reversible for ambidextrous users. The DMP model is available in Black, Desert, HCS, Ranger Green, Wolf Gray versions. TECHNICAL SHEET: Weight g.: 283 Weight oz.: 9,98 Blade Length (mm): 152 Blade Length (in)...

SPYDERCO'S PINK-KNIFE CAUSE Charitable Partnerships Spyderco’s popular pink-handled knives are much more than a novelty or a feminine fashion statement. These brightly colored versions of some of our most popular models also provide a reminder of people impacted by breast cancer and how we can support them. We have always donated a portion of the sales of these knives to worthy charities that provide support to those affected by breast cancer. Due to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, many charities have been forced to adjust their operating procedures. To ensure we continue to partner with causes that most closely align with our company philosophy, we are proud to announce that sales of our pink-handled knives will now...

GETTING A HANDLE ON HANDLE MATERIAL - Edge-U-Cation® Although the blade is the soul of a knife, the design and construction of its handle are every bit as important in determining its functionality as a cutting tool. The specific handle materials used on a knife also have a huge impact on its aesthetics, uniqueness, market price, and perceived value. In the 40 years since we produced our first knife, Spyderco has explored a wide variety of handle materials. That experience has given us some hard-won wisdom when it comes to choosing materials for specific knife designs. In addition to cost, we also have to consider factors such as machinability, strength, dimensional stability, vulnerability to chipping and cracking, water and...

SPYOPERA™ Featured Product SKU: C255CMP MSRP: $250.00 ORIGIN: Italy Spyderco’s SpyOpera is a an extremely capable folding knife that boasts classic lines and old-school craftsmanship. It is also a vivid reflection of Spyderco’s longstanding relationship with one of Italy’s premier cutlery manufacturers. The story of the SpyOpera began with a knife called the “Opera,” which was produced by the prestigious Italian company lionSTEEL®. Founded in 1969 by Gino Pauletta and his wife Cesarina, lionSTEEL is located in Italy’s cutlery manufacturing capitol, Maniago. Its name was inspired by a statue of a lion, which Gino’s grandfather carved from the native limestone of nearby Mount Jôuf. In its early years, lionSTEEL specialized in...

NEW EXCLUSIVE RELEASE PROCESS Update In recent years, Spyderco’s Exclusive knives have become an increasingly popular segment of our production efforts. By definition, an Exclusive is a special configuration of an established Spyderco design that is produced for a single wholesale customer or distributor. Typically, it features a unique, one-of-a-kind combination of features not found on the standard version of that model. These variables may include blade steel, blade finish or coating, handle material, handle color, and even handle texture. Although multiple runs of an Exclusive may be produced over time, as its name implies, it is exclusive to that dealer or distributor and commercially available only through them. We have always...

FOLDING KNIFE CLEANING TIPS Edge-U-Cation® Like any mechanical device, folding knives perform better when they are properly maintained. Besides sharpening, the most important element of proper maintenance is regular cleaning. Keeping your folders clean both inside and out ensures that they will always offer peak performance, so let’s take a look at a few “tricks of the trade” of folding knife cleaning. After most cutting chores, cleaning your blade is typically just a matter of carefully wiping it with a soft cloth or paper towel. If you cut something sticky or acidic, however, it’s better to wash the blade thoroughly with warm water and a mild detergent like dish soap. A soft-bristled toothbrush helps a lot, as it allows you to...