Spyderco Manix-EDCF Special Edition update thread (See 1st Post For Specs/Price/Info)

[JonSidneyB]

Here is one of the threads on the subject if you have not seen it. EDCF Glowing Spyderco Thread (http://edcforums.com/showthread.php/74317-Spyderco-Manix-EDCF-Special-Edition)

I will be talking to Spyderco this coming week. Hopefully Monday or Tuesday.

I will find out what information I can put out and make it available. I will provide information as I get updates.

Here is what I can tell you. It is a C101 Manix2 with glow Handle, Skeletonized Liners and flat ground CPM-S30V Blade steel engraved with EDC Forums Logo. Current price $149.95.

The other news it will have to be a 600 piece run or more. The no fun part of this is based on their production schedule it is slated for February. The plus side if we can reach those kind of numbers it will change the forum in a huge way. Those kind of the number and the forum is completely out of risk for a very long time and professional coders will be able to come in a dress the place up a little.

Even though this is a ways off I need to be getting an idea on how much demand there is for these.

This is not really a poll but is just to make it easier to get a total without going through each post to count the I want one comments.

I really don't like doing this but to check the interest level I might send out a mass communication so that no one misses this. Well, the guys on AOL and SBC might not get the message.

EDCF hand's on member review:
Hands on with the EDCF Spyerco Manix Prototype (http://edcforums.com/showthread.php/77846-Hands-on-with-the-EDCF-Spyerco-Manix-Prototype?p=955847&viewfull=1#post955847)

Photo Album:
http://www.michaelscottphotography.c...83002316_DgHhn (http://www.michaelscottphotography.com/My-Stuff/EDCF-Manix2/13495865_ayTjJ#983002316_DgHhn)

Click a vote button if you are interested in one of these:
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/edcfspyderco.jpg

[Yablanowitz]

You can sign me up for one.

[JonSidneyB]

You can sign me up for one.

Hit the vote now button so we can see how many were are up too easier :)

[Rawls]

Any word on price?

[JonSidneyB]

I am going to be chatting with Spyderco on that this coming week. I am right now getting everyone know where to find all the updates so they are not scattered. We have a few threads on the subject :)

Comments and questions most welcome as information is made available. I imagine most will not want to stick their name in until all the details are in.

Watch here for the updates.

[sjmack]

I know I will be buying at least one, and I know a few people who would be interested in one or two.

[JonSidneyB]

Thanks,

I might add that Eric and Kelly said the knife is really cool. :)

[colubrid]

I am definetly in for one.

[ericb445]

I'm in.
-Eric

[EODtech]

I'll do at least 3 up to 6 depending on price

[greenlight]

I'd like one depending on the price.

[lmtfi]

I'm down for one - possibly two.

[brix]

Im in for one or two

[JonSidneyB]

Some place there is a youtube video with it in the prototype case at the blade show. Anyone know where that is?

There is also a picture of the glow handle on a PSK that I sold. I need to find that picture to show off the handle material.

[Yitty]

Sounds like a great knife, but as greenlight states my interest is price dependent as well.

[landwire]

I am down for this. Maybe 2 if the price is right.

[bowerc]

I'll buy one too dependent on the price

[shelbysguns]

Sounds like a great knife, but as greenlight states my interest is price dependent as well.

I'D LOVE TO GET ONE! But I'm trying to finish my AR build, and I made myself swear not to buy any knives till I am done. I hope these aren't going to come out and I have to pass on it.:'(

[simpleguy]

Totally interested as long as the price is not outrageous.

[fdrotary]

i am def interested in 1, i only have 1knife in s30v, wouuld love another one

[JonSidneyB]

Here are some images of the handle material on some Bark River PSK's

It feels kind of like Micarta

Those of you that went to the Blade Show and stopped by the Spyderco booth may have seen the prototype. They had it on display.

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_Moon_Glow.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_See_It_Glowsized.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/img3675f.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/img3681f.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_BCF_2_MG_Red_Lin_Mosaic.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_BFC_2MG_R_L_Darksized.jpg

[BananaBoy_S4]

I am definitely down for one.

[krinkle]

I'm in for 1 maybe 2.

[c.joe]

Depending on my funds, I'm down for one.

[skeet]

Nice bottles, you from Kentucky?

[JonSidneyB]

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/manixcase.jpg

Here is the prototype at the BladeShow.

[PinetreeBBS]

One please, thank you very much.

[heathah]

I'm saving money, so hopefully, I'll be down for two!

I like the way this is shaping up.

Heath

[ssmtbracer]

I'm in for at least 2

[timbo114]

I'm in for 1 if the price is right ...

[yukiyu99]

Please count me in for at least one, maybe two. Thank you so much !

[thewayofthegun1]

Count me in for one.

[arevalo]

I'm in for 1 if the price is right ...

Same.

[kya]

I'll be in for at least one, more is a possibility.

[rueingeni]

Put me down for "I want one", but I'm a student so we'll see what my situation will be in February... and what the price will be.

This knife has had a bit of attention on the Spyderco forum, and although many of those people are not on edcforums.com, I believe that quite a few will sell to people in that community as the word gets out. There are a lot of hard-core Manix2 variant collectors out there.

[skips9]

I need one!

[Mitchell]

I'm in for one or maybe two depending on price.

[chris in mo]

Been following these threads with much interest. I will definitely be in for one!!!!

[JonSidneyB]

Put me down for "I want one", but I'm a student so we'll see what my situation will be in February... and what the price will be.

This knife has had a bit of attention on the Spyderco forum, and although many of those people are not on edcforums.com, I believe that quite a few will sell to people in that community as the word gets out. There are a lot of hard-core Manix2 variant collectors out there.

600 is a large number. I do hope the interest spills over :)

[Brisket]

I'm in for at least 1 possibly more depending upon the price.

[HaroldB]

I REALLY want one of those!!!

I'm a huge Spydie Fan and would love to see this Manix special in my hand.

[FLYBYU44]

I'll take one when they are availiable, let me know if there is a pre-order or anything for them. Thanks!!

[fiveminutes]

Would be in for 1

[JonSidneyB]

I'll take one when they are availiable, let me know if there is a pre-order or anything for them. Thanks!!

Not a pre-order per say, we do want only people that really to plan on getting one to vote. We need to find out if there is enough interest to go through with this. If the first run sells out they will do a second run at a lower quanitity. As more information becomes available to people we hope we can get a rought idea of the demand. If demand is greater than expected they said there could be a follow up run but I think the follow up requires 400. We hope we can anticipate the first run well enough. Those on the fence should wait until enough information is available before voting.

If we get them made and the demand is not there that could hurt pretty bad.

[Marvin8]

I'd be in for 1 or 2. Totally cool.

[bozatron]

Count me in for 1.

There is always room for another knife, especially one this cool!

EDIT: I reckon the price is good, this is a sprint run using special materials after all. Confirmed purchase of 1 for me please.

[HaroldB]

I'm on a number of Knife Forums and the Manix is a well thought of blade for an EDC knife. That combined with the "Glow in the Dark" scales and I can see a quick sell-out coming.

[Darkfin]

600 should sell out, though I suspect more will go to pure Spyderco collectors than EDC members, especially with cool GITD scales! But IMO it's all good if it gets the knife made! In for 1-3 depending on whether they will be coming via distributor or only directly from SFO.

[JonSidneyB]

The plan is to sell them on my store and non-members can buy there. Spyderco will have them on their site as well.

[cnlson]

would love one but will be price dependent. if you could give a range i would appreciate it

[Noumenon]

Awesome. I am sure no matter what you would probably sell them like crazy. It seems like when something like this happens there is always a very high demand.

[JonSidneyB]

I will get that posted when I am able to. Keep tabs on this thread for updates :)

[Darkfin]

The plan is to sell them on my store and non-members can buy there.

Excellent! I love SFO to death, but they always charge full MSRP on these types of LE knives. If you feel like you aren't getting enough interest, throw a thread up on Spyderco's forum and watch the Piranha attack! :)

[DB]

I'm in for one, potentially two depending on the price. C'mon, February!

[JonSidneyB]

I have a feeling I will. I just had to make sure everyone knows about it for that to happen. If they don't know, that can tell me they are interested :). I don't feel comfortable about posting it there as they will mention it probably anyway.

I am going to try and talk to them Monday or Tuesday to work out details and find out what is OK for me to say. I am going to be massively busy in the morning but I am going to try and fit it in.

[flashlight]

I love stuff that GITD, even better if it's on a knife! :)

[Stuey]

I'm in for one if the price is right.

If the price isn't right, I will probably still splurge for one to support the forum. =)

[Boy SureFire]

I'm getting an employee discount right? Okay maybe not, but I'll still take one...

[localguy]

Count me in!

[CubistHamster]

I'm in for two.

[spyderHS08]

Ill take one Jon! :)

[dewildeman]

You can put me down for 2.

[jp2515]

Put me down for 1!

[Jeff9266]

I'm interested - I was thinking of getting a Manix anyway but would wait a few months for this one.

[Jeriah]

Ballpark, are we talking $75? $100? $125? $150?

I have recently become receptive to upgrading from the $35 CRKT Hammond Cruiser that has done me pretty well for three years now, and might be into a new knife if it's toward the lower end of that range. I am fairly new here but do like the idea of supporting the forums in this way; however, I have very little gear budget at the moment.

[JBinTX]

I want one, too... depending on the cost

[ScarabDrowner]

I'll cast my vote, once a ballpark figure has been announced. Until then, I'm holding back.

[PETEROCK1]

I want one, too... depending on the cost

i'm in... depending on the price.

[Buffalohump]

I don't think you'll have any trouble moving 600 of these. Demand for the FG/CTS-HXP and Smurf/S-30V sprints is still very high.

[gbelleh]

I'm down for at least one. :)

I'd imagine the price would be similar to the blue S30V sprint.

[semifiction]

I'm interested in one. Hopefully, I'll be able to budget for it.

[cascabel]

Also interested in one.

[thatmguy]

I'm in.

Two if possible.

Thanks.

[ambaal]

we need voting options that allow for two and more.

I'll take two.

[niimo]

I would get one!

[uspopo]

I would definitely be in for one..

Stan

[freedoom]

I'm definitely getting one.

[drfish]

I'm in for at least one!

[viix]

sounds great! I'm in too!

[325addict]

I'm still quite new to knives, but I've heard good things about this brand.

I don't have anything better than the well-known Victorinox Swiss army knives at the moment. Maybe the equivalent of a Maglite, which I always believed to be the best flashlight around, while we all know Surefire is really high end??

Depending on the price, I'll be in for one. I just don't know what range we are talking about. Here in Europe, Surefire knives go for over EUR 500,- (that's way over $600,-) and when it's THAT range, I'll have to pass...
If it's around $100,- I'm in!

Timmo.

[tonester]

i put down that i want one, but depending on price and what kind of funds i have at the time of its release i could really want one.

[jnewell]

I love the Manix 2. I'm in for at least one.

[derfyled]

Very interested but can't firmly say I'll have one before knowing the price...

[GRIFFINHAWKS]

I'm in for two .. One as a 'Queen' and one that I will always EDC (^;
Thanks Jon !

BE WELL .. GH

[soli]

The pics have piqued my interest and whill my heart is saying 'I really want one of these', I think I'll have to hold off on a committal until a price has been announced. Seeing as the knife is already gathering outsider interest will there be some sort of priority ordering for forum members?

[retrosurfer]

Im good for two at least and if the price is decent ill do four more

[Liveitloud]

I voted yes that I really want one.

[Fozzy]

At least two here.

[treebark]

Hey thanks for doing the mass email or I would have missed this. I would buy at least two.

[smokelaw1]

Hey thanks for doing the mass email or I would have missed this. I would buy at least two.

Ditto. Thanks Jon. I'm in for at least one.

[Cobra4246]

I would like one also

[metro177]

I've not a Spyderco yet and this seems to be a good opportunity to get one and to help the forum. I'm in but not definitely 'cause of the price TBA. I'll keep tuned on this, and also thanks for the mail JSB

Paul

[m1ster s]

Are they all going to be plain edge? I would buy one in each available edge (plain, combo, full spyder)!

[Abouna]

I'm interested.

[Raze]

Sign me up!

[blackspy]

Depending on the knife and price, I'm in.

[jsmitty1967]

I want one in the worst way! I would pay for it now even with the February production schedule. The GITD PSK pictured is mine and I can tell you it is a really nice material. It is very hard and not easily marred and the GITD aspect is very bright. The color in the day is a pale green so it is a nice color even when it isn't glowing. It would make a really special Spyderco unlike any that has been produced.

[MandM]

Count me in! I'd be down for 1 for sure!

[Blades]

Depending on price I am interested. If it isn't till next year, that gives me time to save up some money.

[zOmega26]

I want one.

[grateful1]

Depending on price I am interested. If it isn't till next year, that gives me time to save up some money.

What he said!


Thanks!

[wenestvedt]

It's hard to say I am interested without knowing the price: I don't want to get up Jon's hopes but then have to bail when the prices ends up over my budget. :7( But it does look good!

[kirbysdl]

As an Axis Lock fan I'm very interested in trying Spyderco's Ball Lock so I'll certainly get at least one. If we could get a ballpark on the price (50-100, 75-125, 100+, etc.) that'd really help nail down the numbers I think. Thanks for setting this up!

[cougar337]

I'll be in for 1, possibly 2. I really think this will be an awesome edition. The first GITD Spyderco!!!

[jackthedog]

The Manix 2 is my favorite knife, so I would definitely be in for one.

Thanks for working on this.

[york2]

Love to have one depending on the price...

[grannygrunt]

I would buy one especially if it is under $115 price range

[wolfstyle]

I'm in for one. Thanks for the email, would of never known about it otherwise.

Thanks,
wolfstyle

[newtothis]

I'd like one depending on the price.
It is all about the price

[critical60]

Positively one more, maybe two...

[Senorx]

I'm in for one as well. Does replying to this thread put you on the list. Just let me know where to submit payment when the ordering gets going.

[NaturalMystic]

I'm very interested also but like many others have mentioned, knowing the price point would ultimately help with my decision. I've already got the 154CM / G10 Manix2 and it's currently my biggest folder.

[fugleebeast]

Well, the normal Manix 2 with G-10 scales and 154CM steel is around $75. Regardless of handle material, this is going to have S30V steel so I would be very surprised if it was less than $100. Considering the handle material, steel material, and possibly a flat grind, I would guess the price will be around $115-$125; that's assuming that we wouldn't have to pay full MSRP.

If it's anywhere near $125, I'm definitely in for one! I've collected Spydercos for about 8 years now and the Manix 2 is one of my all time favorite designs. Also, bear in mind, even if the knife is a little bit pricey it will probably hold its value very well. The Spyderco sprint runs almost always keep their value, if not increase in value; especially the small runs of just 600. This is an extremely popular model and it would be the first (I believe) that Spyderco has done with GITD material. I'm very excited!

[Blerv]

I'm totally in on this one :)

Yea my guess retail would be in that $120-130 range. Not sure if it would be direct buy or sent to dealers.

Is there a big dealer on EDC that would commit to the 600 pieces and sell direct?

[Cosmo7809]

SIGN ME UP!


Thanks EDC Forums.

[TOMMY00729]

:agree:
Well, the normal Manix 2 with G-10 scales and 154CM steel is around $75. Regardless of handle material, this is going to have S30V steel so I would be very surprised if it was less than $100. Considering the handle material, steel material, and possibly a flat grind, I would guess the price will be around $115-$125; that's assuming that we wouldn't have to pay full MSRP.

If it's anywhere near $125, I'm definitely in for one! I've collected Spydercos for about 8 years now and the Manix 2 is one of my all time favorite designs. Also, bear in mind, even if the knife is a little bit pricey it will probably hold its value very well. The Spyderco sprint runs almost always keep their value, if not increase in value; especially the small runs of just 600. This is an extremely popular model and it would be the first (I believe) that Spyderco has done with GITD material. I'm very excited!

[Blerv]

Another consideration for cost is steel choice.

Carpenter CTS-XHP sprint was cheaper than the CPM-S30v one and seems to have been very comparable. I think that spring (Foliage Green CTS) was about $110 but they did make more. Tool steels like D2 are even cheaper I would think and are still HIGHLY respected in the industry.

It doesn't matter to me but food for thought.

[NaturalMystic]

Good points!


Well, the normal Manix 2 with G-10 scales and 154CM steel is around $75. Regardless of handle material, this is going to have S30V steel so I would be very surprised if it was less than $100. Considering the handle material, steel material, and possibly a flat grind, I would guess the price will be around $115-$125; that's assuming that we wouldn't have to pay full MSRP.

If it's anywhere near $125, I'm definitely in for one! I've collected Spydercos for about 8 years now and the Manix 2 is one of my all time favorite designs. Also, bear in mind, even if the knife is a little bit pricey it will probably hold its value very well. The Spyderco sprint runs almost always keep their value, if not increase in value; especially the small runs of just 600. This is an extremely popular model and it would be the first (I believe) that Spyderco has done with GITD material. I'm very excited!

[EODtech]

Price will depend on demand ( total ordered ) and steel used. Anyway a LE Sprint run knife is better than $$$ in the bank these days

[Hoshnasi]

Totally in for one if I can make it on the list :)

[The7thNazgul]

I'll take one if there under 125$.

Edit: Does anyone know what the knife is really going ot look like? Because on all of the polls it says that the EDCF spydie is going to be a delica?????

[Santero]

Count me in for one.

[Red Horn]

I'm in for one if the price is right.

If the price isn't right, I will probably still splurge for one to support the forum. :~) Ditto...

[?uesto]

Yeah, I'd definitely want one or two. I'm sorry I didn't find out about this until just recently. I think everyone will rest easier with a price range though.

It's funny how many people's first post are in this thread.

[tradja]

I'm in for one if the price is right.

If the price isn't right, I will probably still splurge for one to support the forum. =)

These are my thoughts exactly. I'm definitely in for one. Really glad to see this come to fruition.

[nice65]

Well, first I heard of this was from Jon's email today! Serves me right for not paying attention.

I would definitely be interested in one of these. Price is a consideration of course, but my ideal Manix would have a full flat grind and full liners, both of these things are important to get the true 'Manix feel'. It's a big knife and should feel like one, I think a lightweight version would be a big mistake. It's designed to be a brute.

[selektah]

All about it. In for one.

[LED-FANATIC]

Please put me down for one at least,oh BTW Jon thanks for sorting out my log in dilemma,cheers.

[symtex]

I would like to get one as well. But I would like to know what steel is being used and how much it will cost.

[Protonus]

Any pics or price yet?

[LED-FANATIC]

please put me down for one at least,oh btw jon thanks for sorting out my log in dilemma,cheers.

s30v

[wmcbride]

Thanks for putting this together Jon. Put me down for one. Looks like a great knife. I am interested to find out the cost though.

-Will

[Gimik]

I haven't been here in forever. Thanks to whomever sent out the emails - I had forgotten all about this place. And I'm in for at least 1.

[Splice]

do want!

[losabio]

Thanks for the email heads-up. A GITD Manix 2 sounds like something I'd be interested in, and as others have stated the long time time frame gives us a little while to sock a couple bucks away for the purchase. Will EDCF continue to use email to communicate updates to the forum knife project?

[SpranK]

I would defiantly be down for one. A perfect EDC knife. Two if the price is right...

[yellow1]

i'm interested. but a solid yes/no really depends on the price.
please keep us posted JSB!

[zenlunatic]

I will definitely order one of these.

[ESHISHLO]

If the price is decent and S30V or Carpenter steel blade I am in for at least one!

[Dozer]

I am actually glad it wont be available until early next year. I am unemployed right now and couldnt afford it but I should be able to by then. I usually dont by more than one but for this I want a safequeen as well

[rackemup]

Waiting for pics and price but shuffling funds to make it happen...go Cats!!!!!!!!

[jackthedog]

I posted earlier that I would be in for one.

After thinking about it for a bit, depending on price, I might want two. Price will be the determining factor. These Manix 2s are bad news for my wallet.

[Chief-Yeah]

not really a big fan of spyderco knives but if it'll help support the forum I'll purchase one

[greyhound352]

I'm down for one.

[KBAcobra]

This would be my first Spyderco. I have a small collection of EDCs (and bigger) from half a dozen companies. This is a great way to try another brand, and help the forum. Thanks!

[Visual Articulation]

First thx for having me. 2nd it would be easier to see my keyboard if i was fondling a glow in the dark forum blade!! So id totally want one if i have the funds =P

[Visual Articulation]

Depending on price and my funds 1-??? lol i just snared today a manix2 http://i1045.photobucket.com/albums/b454/VisualArticulation/Spyderco/DSCF0600.jpg

[gibsoniam]

Count me among those who is definitely interested.

[JonSidneyB]

I still have to do some more talking to Spyderco. The quantity scared me a bit so that is why this thread is out here. I need to work out details with them and I needed to see how much interest there is so I don't get in over my head. After I work out the details with Spyderco I will give the information as I get it. :)

[Illumination]

but I really want one of these...

Put me down. Thanks.

[kuh]

I'll be in for one or two if less than $100 a piece

[Visual Articulation]

Well JonSidneyB your hard work is much appreciated by all im sure.

[noodlefish]

im down for two, on for the safe and one to abuse!

[jpr9954]

Put me down for 1 to 2 depending upon price.

[tower]

Yes, I have come up for air from the bowels of nursing school to say I'll take a couple.

[Anak]

Definitely interested, but I will have to see a price before I can say yes or no.

[Jedi Knife]

If the blade length is 3" or less and overall length is under 7", I will DEFINITELY be in for one. Otherwise, I just can't due to local laws. Let us know any details about this awesome sounding knife!

[HaroldB]

So,
It's Monday, any word from Sal yet?

Please, please please ..................

[JonSidneyB]

I have to get some stuff sent to them in the morning. Today the time was short and I have not yet been to sleep since sunday morning. Arrgh. I will be pulling another all nighter.

[BigBrad75]

I have every single Manix 2 every made, hell, I even bought the pink one, it's in the mail now (for my wife of course). You can definitely sign me up for one. I need that knife more than I need oxygen at this point. This might sound bad, but I signed up to this forum just for that sweet beauty of a knife. To be honest though, I would have signed up a long time ago, if I had knew about it. PLEASE PLEASE don't let me be left out of this. Will you start a list of people that FOR SURE want one, so that my name is already in the mix? I am sooooo excited about this. Thank you!

[rueingeni]

http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44678

[Soulriot]

Half way there. Jon you might want to modify the poll though, because a lot of posters are stating that the want more than one. I will be buying one for sure and maybe more depending on price.

[gailt]

I definitely want one maybe two,if they're made.I already have 17 manix 2's ,so a couple more will feel right at home.

[alexcue]

Put me in for at least one! Have a couple of Manix' already. Very nice stout knife. Glow in the Dark should be interesting

[kaniele]

can't wait, i'm in for at least one

[Chkninthemist]

I will get me one

[Marlinaholic]

I'll get one just to support the forum. I own a Manix 2 and it is a heck of a knife. Several months delivery time is no big deal to me, I'll wait.

[pcsheriff1]

As one of the few who have seen this in the wild I can say that I REALLY...... REALLY want one of these. The only shame is that it has to wait til Feb. Thats okay as long as it happens. By the poll results it looks like we are half way there. Another side effect of this knife is that it appears to be bringing in new members to this forum. Well done so far Jon.

[RajunCajun]

I am down for this depending on the final price. KF did a forum knife with a Barkie (that was sweet) that was well out of my price range, so I didn't participate. I don't mind supporting the forums as long as I'm not being raked over the coals to do so. So if this is in the same price neighborhood as the Manix sells for retail, I'll get one. Please don't scare everyone off by making this too expensive.

[texastom]

I'm depending on price.

[spydermike]

hello

looks good
one for me !

lg mike from vienna - austria !!

[kentheknub]

in for 2! will most likely get one.

[BigBrad75]

I am definitely getting one. Price is not a factor to me! (I'll rob my son's piggy bank if I have to!)

[jabba359]

I don't think there would be any problem selling all 600 as long as the price is in the $100-140 range. While new to EDC Forums, I've been a Spyderco fan for about 13 years. The first time I've really heard about EDC forums was yesterday when somebody posted about this knife over on the spyderco forum.

The Manix 2 has been a great seller and has been released in many sprint runs, almost all of which have sold out almost instantly and now command a premium on the secondary market. They've released:

S90V full flat grind blade and carbon fiber scales, 400 pieces ~$190 street
S30V full flat grind blade and blue G-10 scales, 500 pieces ~$140 street
CTS-XHP full flat grind blade and foliage green G-10 scales, 1000 pieces ~$130 street
154CM hollow ground blade and pink G-10 scales, 500 pieces ~$90 street

Seeing as how the glow in the dark factor makes this a feature that Spyderco has never used on a knife before, I'd imagine that there should be plenty of demand from outside the forum here and may bring in a bunch of new members (myself being one of those). This forum seems very cool and I look forward to participating often.

[JonSidneyB]

If I can get everything worked out I will not be gouging but I want to remind people of this. Here is something someone posted in another thread. This is not the same company but it might be from the same people, I don't know. This material isn't cheap but not as expensive as that.


If you like the idea of a "glow in the dark" knife handle, Knife Kits has some Half-LifeX™ sheets in Neon Green and Neon Blue.
It glows in the dark, brightly, however a 2x9x1/8 sheet costs $70. It's very much like paper micarta.
It uses photoluminescent alkaline earth aluminate and a transition metal element (rare earth) like Scandium (Sc) or lanthanides.

http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/index.php?cPath=40_218_362

Half-LifeX™ is offered as a powder additive for epoxy.

http://www.knifekits.com/vcom/index.php?cPath=49_63_194

This is in no means an advertizement for any company, I just haven't seen it sold anywhere else.

Science Content

[jackthedog]

I don't think there would be any problem selling all 600 as long as the price is in the $100-140 range. While new to EDC Forums, I've been a Spyderco fan for about 13 years. The first time I've really heard about EDC forums was yesterday when somebody posted about this knife over on the spyderco forum.

The Manix 2 has been a great seller and has been released in many sprint runs, almost all of which have sold out almost instantly and now command a premium on the secondary market. They've released:

S90V full flat grind blade and carbon fiber scales, 400 pieces ~$190 street
S30V full flat grind blade and blue G-10 scales, 500 pieces ~$140 street
CTS-XHP full flat grind blade and foliage green G-10 scales, 1000 pieces ~$130 street
154CM hollow ground blade and pink G-10 scales, 500 pieces ~$90 street

Seeing as how the glow in the dark factor makes this a feature that Spyderco has never used on a knife before, I'd imagine that there should be plenty of demand from outside the forum here and may bring in a bunch of new members (myself being one of those). This forum seems very cool and I look forward to participating often.

Are you referring to secondary market prices or what they went for from dealers?

And I'm definitely excited for the glow in the dark. Sounds awesome.

[jeeves3443]

I'm curious about how the logo's going to look etched into this material.
Any chance a 'dirty' rendering could be done by someone with appropriate Photochop skills?

Either way, I'm stoked to have one, just curious about how visible the logo will potentially be.

Can't wait for February.
Also, can't wait to see what this is going to do for our membership numbers.


Good things, good things.

Thanks Jon.

[Chrontius]

I'd love one of these, but I can't commit without knowing how much it costs. On the other hand... hm, I'll have my family pile on one of these for a Christmas present.

I'm in for one.

[srvctec]

I'd love one, but can't say yes because of the way things are at work. Too many cut backs, including my pay, to be able to commit to something like this. That and the fact I've never spent more than 50 bucks on a knife in my entire 44+ years. Have been collecting knives (that all get used- no shelf/display knives for me) since I was 10 or 12 though.

[rackemup]

"I'm curious about how the logo's going to look etched into this material.
Any chance a 'dirty' rendering could be done by someone with appropriate Photochop skills?"

I'd love to see the EDCF logo etched into the blade myself.

[Easy]

Sweet knife! Very interested.

[sig12]

count me in!

[nomads]

Yes please! Just because it's glow in the dark.

[BigBrad75]

Yes please! Just because it's glow in the dark.

Because it's glow in the dark, and because it's a Spyderco Manix, which is, in my opinion the greatest knife design ever! EVER!

[JonSidneyB]

Dang, long time members making their first posts. I know we have had people logging on for years with no posts. I guess this brought some of them out.

[Plan B]

Support these forums and get a quality knife? Definitely win-win, I'm in.

[jnewell]

Dang, long time members making their first posts. I know we have had people logging on for years with no posts. I guess this brought some of them out.

Guilty as charged!!! :D

[Narcosynthesis]

I will have to say I am out, it will cost too much for a non-legal UK carry for me to splash out on one, sorry.

[alston251]

I've always been reading stuff on here, but only recently registered. And i always wanted a manix 2 since i got my delica.
Thanks for giving such an awesome opportunity.

[calemerson]

Count me in for one also. Been carrying one of the pink handle ones lately and really like the knife.

Calemerson

[el chupacabra]

I'm in!

[SaturnNyne]

Dang, long time members making their first posts. I know we have had people logging on for years with no posts. I guess this brought some of them out.
Hi!

As a Spyderco fan, I'm definitely very interested in this. I think I probably won't be able to afford one, unfortunately, but I hope it works out and I'd love to get one if I'm able to at the time.

And, as others have said, I really think you have little to worry about as far as selling all of these. If anything, you'll have to worry about all the Spyder fans snapping them up before every EDC member who wants one has had a shot. Manix sprints sell like the proverbial thermally enhanced breakfast foods.

[sjmack]

Thanks to whomever posted the link to the spydercoforums thread. It's nice to see EDCF has a good rap. It is also nice to see so many people getting excited about this knife.

[Wire Edge]

I'm sooo in! Sounds awesome to me, I'm pretty partial to Spyderco. I'd be down for at least 2 if there's no limit.

[StealthChaser13]

Sounds cool...I would take one if i have the money when they come out.

[messerjocke2000]

Depending on price, i´ll take several.

[jeeves3443]

I'm sooo in! Sounds awesome to me, I'm pretty partial to Spyderco. I'd be down for at least 2 if there's no limit.

I hadn't thought about the need to enforce a limit, to ensure everyone has a chance to get one.
That may be something to be considered if these get popular enough.

We certainly don't want someone from another forum (CPF, USN, or similar) to come in, extremely excited about this knife, and buy so many that REAL members can't get one. That would break my heart.

Just a thought.

[fugleebeast]

A limit is something to keep in mind, unfortunately. There have been issues in the past with the USN Endura and a couple of the Spyderco Forum knives. Some dealers and individuals like to take advantage of situations like this and forum members miss out sometimes.

I've been a fan of this forum for a long time now. Read a lot, post little. =)

[vegassprky]

+1 on the limit, need to make sure forum members get a chance at these! Hopefully Jon will make some money for the forum and have to order more knives!!!! No, I take that back! I know Jon is going to make money!!!!!

[JonSidneyB]

I got the final details on the knife.

C101 Manix2 with glow Handle, Skeletonized Liners and CPM-S30V Blade steel engraved with EDC Forums Logo flat ground.

Remember, the material is many times more expensive to purchase then G-10. $149.95.

[JonSidneyB]

I will need to go through here and start removing the names that don't like this price as people comment.

I want to get a realistic idea of demand. I will then need to add up the ones who said more than one.

[BigBrad75]

you can count me in jon. I'll take one for sure. Also, I am sorry to admit that I joined the forums just for this knife, BUT, after taking a look around, I really like this place and plan to spend a lot of my spare time here. I just find stuff like this interesting and it seems like a good group of people. But back to the knife, I definitely want one. $150 sounds very fair to me. I understand that the Glow in the Dark G10 is way more expensive, but even if it was regular G10, $150 sounds fair enough. Thank you, and please put me at the top of the list, assuming there is one. Thanks!

[BigBrad75]

I will need to go through here and start removing the names that don't like this price as people comment.

I want to get a realistic idea of demand. I will then need to add up the ones who said more than one.

I am sure that this has probably already been answered, but what color is the Glow in the Dark G10 going to be. Blue/Green/translucent Green/red/etc etc. It would be nice to have a confirmed answer. Thanks, Brad

[Mitchell]

Now that we have a firm number, put me down for one. Do we need to make a deposit or how is this going to work? I've done a few other group buys and they all seem to be a little bit different. Anyway, let me know where I need to send money.

[50ft-trad]

1) It's locking and over 3" so it's ruled out for legal UK EDC.
2) It's also a Spyderco which is often so hyped up so much it leaves me highly sceptical, and the blades look odd due to increased size to accomodate the hole
3) Never been a big fan of locking knives anyway - much prefer slippies
4) Never really had a need for jimping on a blade
5) Maximum prefered blade length for me is 2.1/2" for utility (other tasks generally require fixed blade)
6) Glow in the dark is a hit and miss thing with me - only thing GITD that I liked before was a pak-lite
7) Blade material is a big plus.

1 point for - 6 points against

Put the whole lot together in one package - and it looks AMAZING!!!!
Got to get myself AT LEAST one of these - one of those "I'll find the money somehow" purchases, especially as this will aid the forum too.
To buy this direct from JSB including shipping would actually cost me LESS than buying a UKPK from these shores!
Definately count me in, I'll fund it somehow!

Anyone want to buy a kidney?

[rueingeni]

I gotta say that the price is very high for a forum knife. I'd spend that on an EDC knife I really liked but not sure I would on a Manix. I guess that means I'm not a 'confirmed' yes, but I'm still interested. I do want to support this forum and February is a long way away.

[jackthedog]

I'm definitely a confirmed yes for 1 (perhaps 2). I have all the other Manixs (Mani? What's the plural?) and I'd like to get this one. I did join for this knife, but after looking around a bit, it's obvious this is really a great place with tons of great info. And it's already bad for my wallet... thanks for the info and the opportunity.

Please let us know about how this will work. Thanks again.

[Wire Edge]

I'm fine with the price, I'm still down for two.

[JonSidneyB]

Thanks guys. I will go through this thread and count up how high the interest is on it this weekend. News of this has not spread very far and the interest is very high it seems. This is going to be a go.

[JonSidneyB]

Now that we have a firm number, put me down for one. Do we need to make a deposit or how is this going to work? I've done a few other group buys and they all seem to be a little bit different. Anyway, let me know where I need to send money.

No deposit. This is too far down the production schedule for that. This is to find out if there is enough interest for this to be viable. It looks like it certainly is viable.

Those on the page will have more notice about this than others will :)

[Cobra143]

I am in for one.

[bookeriv]

I'm in for one.

[copierguy_mobile]

I already voted but if you are taking a count, I wanted to make sure I was in.

$150 sounds reasonable for a very unique knife and the ability to help out the forum. I'm in for one, possibly two if I can manage the $$$ when they become available.

-Greg

[jpjensky]

Please put me down for one. (if anyone finds a good market for kidneys, let me know -- who needs two anyway?)

[rodloos]

I voted "I really want one of these." and I would still want one knowing the estimated $150 price.

I am one of those who joined almost a year ago, but lurk more than post. :) Things like this encourage people like me to get more involved.

Unfortunately, I have seen a few times where other forums do a poll regarding interest, people say they want to participate, but when it comes time to pay up they don't follow through. I would hate to see something like that happen, would hope those who have expressed interest will still order.
Easy for me to say when I still have a job and others have lost their jobs, I know :) .

[X-caiver]

I'll buy 1 for that price.

Depending on when the order/money is due I might be able to purchase 2 so I can give one as a present.

[nomads]

I put my name down for one before price and details were announced so am confirming that I still would like one after seeing price and details.

I have a thing for glow in the dark stuff and I also wanted a sprint run manix 2, was very disappointed that I couldn't get hold of one of the blue ones.

[vegassprky]

I hope the production is pushed back into 2011 later than February or I might have to bow out, no job and retirement does't pay too great! Maybe after I can draw social security!?! Will have to see, sorry! I just edited my post to say I'm sure going to try and get one if at all possible!!! They are going to be great!!! Thanks Jon! OK I want one come h--- or high water count me in!

[jsmitty1967]

I got paypal ready and $150 is fine by me!

[3voices]

1 for me

[jsmitty1967]

I am fine with the price. Just about where I thought it would land and a great deal for a piece that will help the forum.

[kirbysdl]

Just to confirm, this knife is the one with the rolling ball lock, right? I hope it's not the one with the lockback mechanism.

If it's ball lock, I'll definitely be in for one.

[smack2000]

Put me down for 2 @$150 -- seems like a fair price to me given the specs and unprecedented nature of a gitd handled Spyderco. I would also love it if you could continue to communicate the details of this project via email -- without it I would have never known about this! Maybe there could be a pre-sale to forum members before it gets opened up to the public? I'm 1000% confident you will sell 600 pieces instantly. I mostly lurk here and only have a couple of hours a month to do so, so any other advice on how I can ensure my spot in line would be appreciated.

Thanks!!!

[ACHË]

Well.... I definitely want one!

An estimated price & availability date would be great so one can have the $$ ready when it comes out.

[BigBrad75]

price is $149.95, and availability is Feb 2011.

[kirbysdl]

Also, this will be plain edged, non-serrated, right? Just wanted to confirm that, along with the ball bearing lock. =)

[Gimik]

come to think of it, I might be able to get a few other people to buy 1 or 2 as well. So I might be in for a whole bunch.

[soli]

$149.95.

Seems to be a reasonable enough price.

[JonSidneyB]

Also, this will be plain edged, non-serrated, right? Just wanted to confirm that, along with the ball bearing lock. =)

Yep...non-serrated and it is the ball bearing lock.

[BigBrad75]

hey jon, what color is it going to be? Green I assume?

[JonSidneyB]

hey jon, what color is it going to be? Green I assume?

Yep....It is the same material in the picture of the Bark River PSK.

[JonSidneyB]

This is the same material.

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_Moon_Glow.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_See_It_Glowsized.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/img3675f.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/img3681f.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_BCF_2_MG_Red_Lin_Mosaic.jpg
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o319/jonsidneyb/spyderco/PSK_BFC_2MG_R_L_Darksized.jpg

Here is a quote from the guy that bought the solid glowing PSK from me.


I want one in the worst way! I would pay for it now even with the February production schedule. The GITD PSK pictured is mine and I can tell you it is a really nice material. It is very hard and not easily marred and the GITD aspect is very bright. The color in the day is a pale green so it is a nice color even when it isn't glowing. It would make a really special Spyderco unlike any that has been produced.

[JonSidneyB]

Some more news. Spyderco is sending me the prototype to photograph and show off.

I am the worlds worst photographer however.

I wonder...Is there anyone in here that does pro-photography work of things like this in the forum? I don't have anything to pay for a photo and I would want the knife back?

I know we have pro-photographers in here but don't know if they do objects in a light box or can do glowing objects well. A photo of it in light and dark would be nice.

[smack2000]

Would it be bad manners for me to post a small screen-cap of the prototype from the youtube vid?

[smack2000]

Oh, Jon, just read your post. You know, I'm a professional photographer (really). Send it on over ;-)

[JonSidneyB]

Oh, Jon, just read your post. You know, I'm a professional photographer (really). Send it on over ;-)

Sounds good. After I get it and examine it for a day I will send it to you for pictures. :)

I don't see anything wrong with the screen cap.

[fugleebeast]

I'm definitely down for 1 at $150. You can put me on a guaranteed list, or whatever, if necessary =)

[swampinboy]

I am good for one, sign me up!

[steelriver]

I Want one!
add me to the list
thanks

[smack2000]

http://www.michaelscottphotography.com/photos/967734522_zUEJK-X3.jpg

Cool, well here's the screencap... and a link to some real pics of mine just in case you'd actually consider sending it to me for a photo shoot :-)
http://www.michaelscottphotography.com/My-Stuff/mystuff/13313730_TfePw#912592003_qBJuS

[BigBrad75]

where is this video located at? Thanks, Brad

[smack2000]

where is this video located at? Thanks, Brad

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwT4T5vJ44Y
...at about 2:00

[JGP.]

I'm definitely in for one. Will you update by email as we move closer to a finished product?

[jabba359]

Are you referring to secondary market prices or what they went for from dealers?

And I'm definitely excited for the glow in the dark. Sounds awesome.

The prices I listed were street prices from dealers when the knives first appeared on the market. The $150 price for the GITD seems reasonable, as it is only a $10 premium over the blue Manix 2 (which was also full flat grind S30V and skeletonized liners). For the extra $10, we are getting a costlier handle material as well as covering the cost of laser engraving the forum logo. I'll get one for sure, maybe even two if funds let me.

Regarding other people worried about them all selling out, I think we're covered, as I think Jon said that he could do a second run of 400 if demand far outstrips supply. That should help keep the speculators at bay and afford the EDCF members a chance to acquire one.

[jabba359]

Some more news. Spyderco is sending me the prototype to photograph and show off.

I am the worlds worst photographer however.

I wonder...Is there anyone in here that does pro-photography work of things like this in the forum? I don't have anything to pay for a photo and I would want the knife back?

I know we have pro-photographers in here but don't know if they do objects in a light box or can do glowing objects well. A photo of it in light and dark would be nice.

I'm also available to take pictures, but I may be too much of a newbie on the forums here and it looks like smack2000 has it covered and is good at taking product shots. But if he ends up not being able to do it, I'd be happy to help. You can look me up over on the spyderco forums if you want to verify I'm not gonna vanish (same username over there).

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Random%20Stuff/th_IntheTree.jpg (http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Random%20Stuff/?action=view&current=IntheTree.jpg)http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Random%20Stuff/th_ColorParty.jpg (http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Random%20Stuff/?action=view&current=ColorParty.jpg)http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Random%20Stuff/th_Cookingbigger.jpg (http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Random%20Stuff/?action=view&current=Cookingbigger.jpg)http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Photography/th_DSCF1066.jpg (http://s68.photobucket.com/albums/i10/jabba359/Photography/?action=view&current=DSCF1066.jpg)

[JonSidneyB]

Here is the progress of the prototype.




Tracking Number:
1Z8088064276741594
Status:
In Transit - On Time
Scheduled Delivery Date:
08/16/2010
Shipped To:
PONCA CITY, OK, US
Shipped/Billed On:
08/12/2010
Type:
Package
Service:
GROUND
Special Instructions:
SIGNATURE REQUIRED
Weight:
.60 Lb

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[Boy SureFire]

Is there a chance that somebody with a decent camera will be able to should shoot some video of the knife, & then upload it to Youtube so the rest of can get a good look??

[JonSidneyB]

I don't know. I have not thought about that one. Would that get too much publicity? I have no clue.

[PMarc]

Hey, long time lurker.

I already voted and thought to chime in and confirm that I am fine with the $150 tag. The uniqueness accounts for at least $50 ! haha

[BigBrad75]

yea, I dunno about the whole youtube video, that probably would draw too much attention, and probably the wrong types of peoples.