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C125 Ed Schempp Khukuri

2010-02-21T10:28:00Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

[[Image:C125-vert.jpg|right|thumb|240px|C125]]

The '''C125 Khukuri''' by Ed Schempp was introduced in 2008. The design is influenced by a commonly in Nepal used type of knife, the Khukuri, also spelled Kukri or Khukri (see e.g. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kukri here] for more information about Khukuris in general).

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C125 Khukuri first appeared in the [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/2009SpydercoCatalog.pdf 2009 Spyderco product catalog].

==Designer==

Ed Schempp

[[Ed Schempp Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36826 Review] by "Mr Blonde".
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=458739&postcount=10 Posting] by "Ed Schempp" about grip positions and edge length.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

"''Theories on when and where Khukuri blades originated are all over the board. Examples are so varied it’s probably accurate saying they might be the oldest cutlery style known. Today’s cutlery circles recognize it as the national knife of Nepal but we know similar blade shapes were found on Greek swords (or Kopis) 2500 years ago, on Macedonian cavalry swords, Mongolian knives, 4th century Indian cutting implements and even some Japanese swords have similarities to today’s modern Khukuri. In our world a Khukuri (also labeled a Khurkuri Gurkha or a Kukri) is used for a variety of everyday cutting chores and clearly associated with the country of Nepal. They’re commonly used in Nepalese households and carried by military personnel.''"

"''Spyderco’s folding Khukuri is an Ed Schempp design with a semi-traditionally shaped VG-10 steel curving blade and deep drop-point belly offering impressive full-flat ground cutting power. Historically, the curve is synonymous with the valor of the solider carrying it. Our stylized version has a tapered hilt laying the foundation for dexterous control over the generous-sized blade. The handle is foliage green G-10 with left/right-hand tip up carry pocket clip. Inside the G-10 are full-length internal liners and a Michael Walker LinerLock®.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C125 Khukuri by Ed Schempp in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=368 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C125 is made in Seki-City, Japan and has
* a [[Walker Liner Lock]] and
* full length liners

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C125
|valign="top" |Foliage green [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-2009
|valign="top" |229.95$ (2008-2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C125===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C125 Khukuri
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|195mm
|align="right"|111mm
|align="right"|87mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|95g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C125 Khukuri
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|7 11/16"
|align="right"|4 3/8"
|align="right"|3 7/16"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.4oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

<gallery>
Image:C125GPFG-front.jpg|C125 front view
Image:C125GPFG-back.jpg|C125 back view
Image:C125GPFG-top.jpg|C125 top view
Image:C125GPFG-bottom.jpg|C125 bottom view
</gallery>

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C124 Ed Schempp Barong

2010-02-21T10:27:44Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C124 Barong by Ed Schempp was introduced in 2008. The design is influenced by a [[leaf shaped]] blade knife used in the Philippines (see e.g. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barong_(knife) here] for more information about Barongs in general).

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C124 Barong first appeared in the [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/2009SpydercoCatalog.pdf 2009 Spyderco product catalog].

==Designer==

Ed Schempp

[[Ed Schempp Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=458739&postcount=10 Posting] by Ed Schempp about grip positions and edge length.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

"''Civilizations create knives. Derived cutlery styles are individual and linked to the culture, ethnicity and geographic domain of the people. The Philippines’ vibrant cutlery history is as varied as its indigenous people. A Filipino knife of the Moro people is a Barong. Barongs are wide, leaf-shaped blades. They come in all sizes, long and short, but commonly have thick curving bellies angling downward and aligning the wrist with the cutting edge.''

''Championing ethnic-influenced knifemaking is artist Ed Schempp. A curious world wanderer, Ed is also an esteemed metallurgist, Damascus maker, wheat farmer and knife designer. He’s crafted several stylized ethnic folders with Spyderco, the latest based on the Barong. A pronounced spine-cusp and choil indent give great control over the wide and stable blade, designed originally for controlling vegetation and personal safety. The blade is VG-10 and ground fully-flat. Its G-10 handle is foliage green with a Michael Walker LinerLock®, full- length internal liners and an ambidextrous tip-up clip.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C124 Barong by Ed Schempp in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=363 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C124 is made in Seki-City, Japan and has
* a [[Walker Liner Lock]] and
* full length liners

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C124
|valign="top" |Foliage green [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-2009
|valign="top" |249.95$ (2008-2009))
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C124===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C124 Barong
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|225mm
|align="right"|125mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|120g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C124 Barong
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|8 7/8"
|align="right"|4 15/16"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C116 SuperHawk

2010-02-21T10:27:19Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C116 SuperHawk features was introduced in 2008. It features a
[[hawkbill]] blade and [[carbon fiber]] handle.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C116 SuperHawk appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement
* 2009 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C116:

"''Nothing is more appropriately engineered for downward, pulling cuts than a Hawkbill blade. The tip’s curve holds what you're cutting against the sharp edge for failsafe, downward-motion cutting, done at arms length. On that same note, nothing says high-tech more than a carbon fiber handle and VG-10 steel blade. The outcome of paring state-of-the-art material components with the Hawkbill blade shape is the SuperHawk.''

''VG-10 blade steel holds court as one of the hardest performing knife steels in the industry today. A high percentage of carbon and cobalt earn its honors for cutting aptitude and edge retention. Full flat-ground, the blade is available PlainEdged. The handle is peel ply carbon fiber, an ultra light laminate with formidable tensile strength and a woven texture that sticks to the palm putting the brakes on forward or backward sliding. Left- right-hand wire clip is pocket friendly, clipping the knife to carry deeply while being easy on the fabric.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C116 SuperHawk in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=312 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C116 SuperHawk is made in Seki-City, Japan and has a
* [[Compression Lock]]
* [[Hawkbill Blade]]

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C116
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-2009
|valign="top" |339.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C116===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C116 SuperHawk:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C116
|align="right"|200mm
|align="right"|119mm
|align="right"|89mm
|align="right"|71mm
|align="right"|14mm
|align="right"|4mm
|align="right"|125g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C116 SuperHawk:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C116
|align="right"|7 7/8"
|align="right"|4 11/16"
|align="right"|3 1/2"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|9/16"
|align="right"|5/32"
|align="right"|4.4oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C113 Caly3

2010-02-21T10:26:42Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the C113 Caly3 */

The Caly3 looks back on a long histroy in evolution, forerunner models were [[C52 Calypso Jr.]] and [[C54 Calypso]].

==Appearance in catalogs==

==Designer==
[[Sal Glesser]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

''"It seems that I'm not the only one that likes the Caly3. May I point out that the original design was created by British forumites (UKPK) and the lockback version was prompted by forumites and knowledgable dealers wanting a locking version of the UKPK. Another design created by the afi's. Thanx much for your sharing of what you'd like and we hope the end result works for all. I would also like to add that the maker did an excellent job. It took longer than we'd hoped (it seems everything does), but all in all, we could not have hoped for a better quality product. The Carbon Fiber ZDP version will be the same, except for materials. We'll hide and watch to see if there is sufficient demand for an FRN version in the future. sal"''<ref>The entire thread containing Mr. Glesser's comment can be found [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24587| here].</ref>

== Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web ==

C113GP:

''"The Calypso folder isn’t just one of Spyderco’s most popular folders, it inspired new Spyderco designs over the last ten years and converted many a knife buyer to the hard-use benefits of flat-ground, thick leaf-shaped blades. This is a workingman’s (or woman’s) folder and it’s founded on the design philosophy that the most comfortable and usable pocketknife is one that feels like a natural extension of your hand. The Caly3 has a VG-10 blade shaped like a leaf, thick at the tang, tapering to a robust tip. The sharpened edge is flat-ground and finely honed for precision and resistance-free cutting. There is a substantial finger choil where the handle meets the blade. At this spot the index finger settles naturally into the choil while the thumb settles directly above on the blade’s spine. The spine is textured with slip resistant jimping so the knife cannot slide forward or backward while cutting. The ergonomic handle is G-10 with a mid-positioned back lock. A low profile stainless wire clip holds the folder deeply in a pocket either tip-up. Please note, the "bronze" color that you see on the clip is intentional. The clips are actually heat treated (they are stronger and will perform better because of this). The heat treated wire clip is also more discreet in your pocket."''<ref name="current catalog">The C113 Caly3 in [http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=235 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C113GS
<ref name="current catalog2">The C113 Caly3 SpyderEdge in [http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=379 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C113CFPE
<ref name="current catalog3">The C113 Caly3 Carbon Fiber in [http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=298 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

== Variations ==

All are made in Seki city, Japan and have a mid-positioned [[Back Lock]] with [[boye dent]] on the lock bar lever. For the C113CF model Spyderco uses high-end laminated ZDP-189 blade steel (sandwich lamination with 420J2 steel for increased rust resistance).

=== Variations of the C113 Caly3===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C113GP
|valign="top" |black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |PE
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |154.95 $ (2007)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat grind]]
|valign="top" |Low profile [[Stainless wire clip]]
|[[Ambidextrous tip-up]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|C113GS
|black [[G-10]]
|SE
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-2008
|154.95$ (2007)
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Full Flat grind]]
|Low profile [[Stainless wire clip]]
|[[Ambidextrous tip-up]]
|
|-
|C113CFPE
|black [[CF]]
|PE
|[[ZDP-189]] / [[420J2]]
|2007 - ?
|249.95 $ (2008)
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Full Flat grind]]
|Low profile [[Stainless wire clip]]
|[[Ambidextrous tip-up]]
|
|}

== [[Most collectible variation]] ==

The carbon fiber C113 with CC- markings is believed to be the most collectible.

=== Questions regarding collecting the C113 Caly3===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

== Technical information ==

Typical measurements (mm and grams) of the C113 Caly3:

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''SKU'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade length'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Cutting edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="left"|C113G
|align="right"|178
|align="right"|103
|align="right"|12
|align="right"|76
|align="right"|67
|align="right"|3
|align="right"|86
|-
|align="left"|C113CF
|align="right"|178
|align="right"|103
|align="right"|12
|align="right"|76
|align="right"|67
|align="right"|3
|align="right"|84
|}

Typical measurements (inches and ounces) of the C113 Caly3:

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''SKU'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade length'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Cutting edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="left"|C113G
|align="right"|7
|align="right"|4 1/16
|align="right"|15/32
|align="right"|3
|align="right"|2 5/8
|align="right"|1/8
|align="right"|3
|-
|align="left"|C113CF
|align="right"|7
|align="right"|4 1/16
|align="right"|15/32
|align="right"|3
|align="right"|2 5/8
|align="right"|1/8
|align="right"|3
|}

== References ==
<references/>

== Pictures ==
{|
|-
|[[Image:C113CFP_Caly_3_Carbon_103_(Small).JPG|left|thumb|320px|C113CFP Caly 3 Carbon Fiber, front side]]
|[[Image:C113CFP_Caly_3_Carbon_106_(Small).JPG|right|thumb|320px|C113CFP Caly 3 Carbon Fiber, back side]]
|}

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C111 Jason Breeden Captain

2010-02-21T10:25:15Z

Marcel:

The C111 Captain by Jason Breeden was introduced in 2006 and discontinued in 2010.

The C111 has a very uncommon blade shape with two opposing cutting angles. The lower half of the blade curves inward. Towards the tip of the blade it curves outward.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C111 Captain appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2006 Mid-Year Spyderco Catalog Supplement
* 2007 Spyderco Products
* 2008 Spyderco Products
* 2009 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

[[Jason Breeden]]

[[Jason Breeden Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23779 C111 Captain Review] by "smcfalls13".
* More [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29145 comments and pictures] on the C111 in the "The C-111 Captain: A Closer LOOK" thread started by "JD Spydo".

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C111G:

"''All eyes were on knife designer Jason Breeden’s knives at a recent knife show; drawn to his folder with a blade shape unlike anything knife enthusiasts had seen before. The lower half of the blade was curved like a Hawkbill blade but its bulb-like tip was perched on top the curved portion, almost like a head on a neck. When someone asked the designer he replied, “My designs are born from need I’ve experienced. I live in the Appalachian Mountains and am regularly outdoors or in water. A recurve blade has cutting advantages in water but I also wanted a strong tip for outdoor applications.”''

''Spyderco included a Round Hole resulting in the Spyderco/Jason Breeden Captain. The blade’s unusual shape creates two opposing cutting angles, one curving inward, one out. The inward curve holds what you’re cutting in contact with the sharp edge, ideal for downward pulling cuts and for cutting rope and line. The outward curved cutting edge bulges out at the blade’s tip for close-in controlled cutting- a motion used when skinning, whittling and slicing horizontally in a wrist sweeping motion.''

''The blade is PlainEdge hollow-ground VG-10 with a weight reducing spine swedge. Its G-10 handle has a Walker LinerLock and two full-length steel liners tucked inside for rigidity and strength. Angularly shaped, the handle is comfortable in different grip positions and has a steel pocket clip designed for right/left-hand tip-down carry. Its appearance is unusual but the overall design defines ergonomics and versatility indoors and out.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C111G Captain in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=236 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C111 Captain is made in Seki-City, Japan and has
* [[Walker Liner Lock]]
* Weight reducing spine [[Swedge]]

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C111G
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |229.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |[[Main]]
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C111===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C111 Captain:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C111G
|align="right"|183mm
|align="right"|105mm
|align="right"|78mm
|align="right"|75mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|136g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C111 Captain:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C111G
|align="right"|7 3/16"
|align="right"|4 1/8"
|align="right"|3 1/16"
|align="right"|2 15/16"
|align="right"|17/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.75oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29145 The C-111 Captain: A Closer LOOK] thread on the [[Spyderco forums]].

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C111 Jason Breeden Captain

2010-02-21T10:24:57Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C111 Captain by Jason Breeden was introduced in 2006.

The C111 has a very uncommon blade shape with two opposing cutting angles. The lower half of the blade curves inward. Towards the tip of the blade it curves outward.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C111 Captain appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2006 Mid-Year Spyderco Catalog Supplement
* 2007 Spyderco Products
* 2008 Spyderco Products
* 2009 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

[[Jason Breeden]]

[[Jason Breeden Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23779 C111 Captain Review] by "smcfalls13".
* More [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29145 comments and pictures] on the C111 in the "The C-111 Captain: A Closer LOOK" thread started by "JD Spydo".

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C111G:

"''All eyes were on knife designer Jason Breeden’s knives at a recent knife show; drawn to his folder with a blade shape unlike anything knife enthusiasts had seen before. The lower half of the blade was curved like a Hawkbill blade but its bulb-like tip was perched on top the curved portion, almost like a head on a neck. When someone asked the designer he replied, “My designs are born from need I’ve experienced. I live in the Appalachian Mountains and am regularly outdoors or in water. A recurve blade has cutting advantages in water but I also wanted a strong tip for outdoor applications.”''

''Spyderco included a Round Hole resulting in the Spyderco/Jason Breeden Captain. The blade’s unusual shape creates two opposing cutting angles, one curving inward, one out. The inward curve holds what you’re cutting in contact with the sharp edge, ideal for downward pulling cuts and for cutting rope and line. The outward curved cutting edge bulges out at the blade’s tip for close-in controlled cutting- a motion used when skinning, whittling and slicing horizontally in a wrist sweeping motion.''

''The blade is PlainEdge hollow-ground VG-10 with a weight reducing spine swedge. Its G-10 handle has a Walker LinerLock and two full-length steel liners tucked inside for rigidity and strength. Angularly shaped, the handle is comfortable in different grip positions and has a steel pocket clip designed for right/left-hand tip-down carry. Its appearance is unusual but the overall design defines ergonomics and versatility indoors and out.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C111G Captain in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=236 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C111 Captain is made in Seki-City, Japan and has
* [[Walker Liner Lock]]
* Weight reducing spine [[Swedge]]

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C111G
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |229.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |[[Main]]
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C111===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C111 Captain:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C111G
|align="right"|183mm
|align="right"|105mm
|align="right"|78mm
|align="right"|75mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|136g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C111 Captain:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C111G
|align="right"|7 3/16"
|align="right"|4 1/8"
|align="right"|3 1/16"
|align="right"|2 15/16"
|align="right"|17/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.75oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29145 The C-111 Captain: A Closer LOOK] thread on the [[Spyderco forums]].

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C109 S

2010-02-21T10:23:00Z

Marcel:

The C109 "S" is a lightweight intermediate-sized knife with web-cut blade and aluminum handle. The C109 was introduced in 2006 and discontinued in 2010.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C109 "S" appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2007 Spyderco Products
* 2008 Spyderco Products
* 2009 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23377 Announcing] the "S" on the [[Spyderco forums]] by "TazKristi".

* "Silver S Minireview' [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25015 thread] on the [[Spyderco forums]]. This includes a review by "Mr Blonde" and disassembly pictures by "wec12".

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C109BKP:

"''Spyderco's C109 "S" is insanely lightweight, cuts like crazy and is comfortably priced. The blade is made using MIM technology, the latest in metal injection molded blade construction. 440C steel is injected into a spider web shaped blade, then ground fully flat. It’s matched to a web-cut anodized aluminum handle that has a hard-use rated nested Compression Lock®. On the blade’s spine and choil is jimping, a ruddy texturing that generates friction and tactile resistance when in contact with the thumb and index finger. While cutting, this keeps the knife firmly in hand and controlled. An ambidextrous tension wire pocket clip carries the closed and pocketed knife facing tip-up. One of the strongest, safest lightweights to enter the 2007 cutlery ring, the "S" weighs a nominal 2 ounces and delivers an eyeful of cool with cutting performance expected from Spyderco.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C109BKP "S" in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=268 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C109SLP
<ref name="current catalog2">The C109SLP "S" in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=269 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C109 "S" is made in Taiwan and has a nested [[Compression Lock]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C109BKP
|valign="top" |Black Anodized Aluminum
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[440C]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |104.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |[[Main]]
|-
|valign="top" |C109SLP
|valign="top" |Silver Anodized Aluminum
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[440C]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |104.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |[[Variant]]
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C109===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C109 "S":
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C109
|align="right"|151mm
|align="right"|89mm
|align="right"|62mm
|align="right"|54mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|55g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C109 "S":
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C109
|align="right"|5 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/2"
|align="right"|2 7/16"
|align="right"|2 1/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C109 S

2010-02-21T10:22:43Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C109 "S" is a lightweight intermediate-sized knife with web-cut blade and aluminum handle. The C109 was introduced in 2006.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C109 "S" appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2007 Spyderco Products
* 2008 Spyderco Products
* 2009 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23377 Announcing] the "S" on the [[Spyderco forums]] by "TazKristi".

* "Silver S Minireview' [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25015 thread] on the [[Spyderco forums]]. This includes a review by "Mr Blonde" and disassembly pictures by "wec12".

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C109BKP:

"''Spyderco's C109 "S" is insanely lightweight, cuts like crazy and is comfortably priced. The blade is made using MIM technology, the latest in metal injection molded blade construction. 440C steel is injected into a spider web shaped blade, then ground fully flat. It’s matched to a web-cut anodized aluminum handle that has a hard-use rated nested Compression Lock®. On the blade’s spine and choil is jimping, a ruddy texturing that generates friction and tactile resistance when in contact with the thumb and index finger. While cutting, this keeps the knife firmly in hand and controlled. An ambidextrous tension wire pocket clip carries the closed and pocketed knife facing tip-up. One of the strongest, safest lightweights to enter the 2007 cutlery ring, the "S" weighs a nominal 2 ounces and delivers an eyeful of cool with cutting performance expected from Spyderco.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C109BKP "S" in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=268 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C109SLP
<ref name="current catalog2">The C109SLP "S" in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=269 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C109 "S" is made in Taiwan and has a nested [[Compression Lock]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C109BKP
|valign="top" |Black Anodized Aluminum
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[440C]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |104.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |[[Main]]
|-
|valign="top" |C109SLP
|valign="top" |Silver Anodized Aluminum
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[440C]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |104.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |[[Variant]]
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C109===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C109 "S":
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C109
|align="right"|151mm
|align="right"|89mm
|align="right"|62mm
|align="right"|54mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|55g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C109 "S":
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C109
|align="right"|5 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/2"
|align="right"|2 7/16"
|align="right"|2 1/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C105 Ed Schempp Persian 75mm

2010-02-21T10:21:44Z

Marcel:

The C105 Persian 75mm by Ed Schempp was introduced in 2006, the same year its larger version, the [[C83 Ed Schempp Persian Folder]] was discontinued. In 2010 also the C105 was discontinued.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C105 Persian appeared in all annual Spyderco product catalogs since 2006 ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

==Designer==

Ed Schempp

[[Ed Schempp Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22111 Review] by "Mr Blonde".

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

"''Custom knifemakers are more than simply steel junkies. Ed Schempp is a wheat farmer, metallurgist and celebrated knifemaker whose Persian Folder introduces Classic Western with Exotic East. Persian knives traditionally are fixed blades but Ed integrates this indigenous shape into a folding knife. Comprised of graceful curving lines, the new smaller Persian Folder 75mm is eye-catching with black Micarta handle scales capped by polished stainless bolsters. On the handle a series of finger choils position the hand for complete control over the cutting edge. Its Eastern inspired blade arches into a curving belly and ends in a graceful upswept tip. The 2-15/16” (75mm) blade is made of high-performance VG-10 steel (hollow-ground) with a prominent hump positioned above the hole as a thumb leveraging spot. The pocket clip positions the folder to carry right-handed tip-up. A small portion of steel removed from the locking lever offers additional lock safety and is called a David Boye Dent. It permits tightly gripping the handle without grasping with enough force to inadvertently disengaging the lock during use.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C105 Persian 75mm by Ed Schempp in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=204 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C105 is made in Seki-City, Japan and has
* a [[Back Lock]]

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C105BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |169.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C105===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C105 Persian 75mm:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|175mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|75mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|99g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C105 Persian 75mm:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|6 7/8"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|2 15/16"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34190 The Persian Army] thread in the Spyderco forum.

{|
|-
|[[Image:Spydiewiki_minipersianpersiankris.jpg|left|thumb|500px|The Persian 75mm is pictured on the far right, next to the Persian (middle) and the Kris (left)]]
|valign="top" |[[Image:Spydiewiki_minipersianpersiankris_closed.jpg|left|thumb|500px|The Persian 75mm and friends in the closed position]]
|}

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C105 Ed Schempp Persian 75mm

2010-02-21T10:21:19Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C105 Persian 75mm by Ed Schempp was introduced in 2006, the same year its larger version, the [[C83 Ed Schempp Persian Folder]] was discontinued.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C105 Persian appeared in all annual Spyderco product catalogs since 2006 ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

==Designer==

Ed Schempp

[[Ed Schempp Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22111 Review] by "Mr Blonde".

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

"''Custom knifemakers are more than simply steel junkies. Ed Schempp is a wheat farmer, metallurgist and celebrated knifemaker whose Persian Folder introduces Classic Western with Exotic East. Persian knives traditionally are fixed blades but Ed integrates this indigenous shape into a folding knife. Comprised of graceful curving lines, the new smaller Persian Folder 75mm is eye-catching with black Micarta handle scales capped by polished stainless bolsters. On the handle a series of finger choils position the hand for complete control over the cutting edge. Its Eastern inspired blade arches into a curving belly and ends in a graceful upswept tip. The 2-15/16” (75mm) blade is made of high-performance VG-10 steel (hollow-ground) with a prominent hump positioned above the hole as a thumb leveraging spot. The pocket clip positions the folder to carry right-handed tip-up. A small portion of steel removed from the locking lever offers additional lock safety and is called a David Boye Dent. It permits tightly gripping the handle without grasping with enough force to inadvertently disengaging the lock during use.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C105 Persian 75mm by Ed Schempp in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=204 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C105 is made in Seki-City, Japan and has
* a [[Back Lock]]

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C105BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-2009
|valign="top" |169.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C105===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C105 Persian 75mm:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|175mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|75mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|99g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C105 Persian 75mm:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|6 7/8"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|2 15/16"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34190 The Persian Army] thread in the Spyderco forum.

{|
|-
|[[Image:Spydiewiki_minipersianpersiankris.jpg|left|thumb|500px|The Persian 75mm is pictured on the far right, next to the Persian (middle) and the Kris (left)]]
|valign="top" |[[Image:Spydiewiki_minipersianpersiankris_closed.jpg|left|thumb|500px|The Persian 75mm and friends in the closed position]]
|}

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C81 Para-Military

2010-02-21T10:19:00Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C81 Para-Military was introduced in 2004. It is two-thirds the size of the
[[C36 Military]].

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C81 Para-Military appeared in all annual Spyderco product catalogs since 2004 ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]]

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11805 Review] by "The General"
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35763 Discussion] about CPM-S30V vs. CPM-D2 as used in the Para variations
* Disassembling/assembling was described e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29722 here] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34143 here]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C81G:

"''The most awaited mid-sized survival knife of 2004. When Spyderco initially introduced our Military Model critics claimed it too large and more knife than the average user needed. Likewise, fans enthusiastically heralded the knife's big performance attributes. We arrive at the question knife manufacturers often ask themselves, "How do we satisfy both worlds and create a mid-sized knife that acts, cuts and performs like a larger knife?" Our answer was the Para Military.''"

"''The PM is two-thirds the size of the original Military Model. Its flat-ground CPM-S30V blade stretches 3-3/32" long with the Spyderco Round Hole generously sized at 14mm for gloved or large hands. Furrowing above the hole presents a positioning spot for the thumb that's texture, keeping slipping to a minimum. Nested into the G-10 scale is a top-seated Heavy duty rated Compression Lock. By inlaying (nesting) the lock we increase its strength without adding thick and bulky liners. The handle expands at the front and back for advanced grip retention, eliminating forward or backward sliding. All steel and curved to keep it pinned in a pocket, the clip attaches for right-hande tip-down carry. The ultimate mid-sized survival knife.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C81G Para-Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=34 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also C81GBK<ref name="current catalog2">The C81GBK Para-Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=167 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C81GCMO
<ref name="current catalog3">The C81GCMO Para-Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=370 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C81CMOBK
<ref name="current catalog4">The C81CMOBK Para-Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=388 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All variations are made in Golden, Colorado and have
* a top-seated, nested [[Compression Lock]],
* a screw together construction, and
* a Modified [[Clip Point Blade]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C81GP
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |199.95$ (2008)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C81GS
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-2009
|valign="top" |199.95$ (2008)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |

|-
|C81GPBK
|Black [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[CPM-S30V]] black
|2005-
|219.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|Metal
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|
|-
|C81GSBK
|Black [[G-10]]
|[[SE]]
|[[CPM-S30V]] black
|2005-2009
|219.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|Metal
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|

|-
|C81GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[CPM-D2]]
|2008
|189.95$
|Sprint
|?
|[[Full Flat]]
|Metal
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|

|-
|C81GPCMO
|Digital Camo [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[CPM-S30V]]
|2009-
|219.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|Metal
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|

|-
|C81GPCMOBK
|Digital Camo [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[CPM-S30V]] black
|2009-
|239.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|Metal
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C81===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C81 Para-Military:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|200mm
|align="right"|121mm
|align="right"|81mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|14mm
|align="right"|4mm
|align="right"|108g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C81 Para-Military:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|7 7/8"
|align="right"|4 3/4"
|align="right"|3 3/32"
|align="right"|2 15/16"
|align="right"|9/16"
|align="right"|5/32"
|align="right"|3.75oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Pictures==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C78 Native III

2010-02-21T10:16:49Z

Marcel:

The C78 Native III is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and an ergonomic [[FRN]] handle with a deep finger cutout that was introduced in 2003 and discontinued in 2010.

==Generations==

The C78 Native III is the third generation of the Natives. The other Native generations are assigned the C41 [[SKU]].

See [[C41 Native]] for more information about Native generations.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C78 Native III appeared in all annual Spyderco product catalogs since 2004 ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread] on the Spyderco forums.
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C78BK:

"''As a manufacturer of ergonomic hard-working knives, Spyderco has few rivals. It's been said our R&D team "designs in the dark", meaning function and comfort outweigh prettiness any day. More than anything, this earned Spyderco a reputation for making hardworking knives that seem to end up in your EDC rotation more than other knives.''

''Case in point is the Native III. Filling the hand with ergonomic comfort is a Bi-Directional textured handle molded of FRN. Dips and valleys on the handle's surface provide spots and textures the palm can grab onto. Separate expansion points along the underside of the handle: one behind the cutting edge, followed by another on the handle and a curve at the butt-end, work in concert keeping the hand firmly positioned and lessening cutting fatigue. The VG-10 blade tapers to a spear-point with a distinct swedge-grind that reduces weight and adds overall balance. Non-sharpened serrations along the spine keep the thumb planted securely while cutting or chopping. An ambidextrous tension wire clip is easy on a cloth pocket and positions the folder for tip-up carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C78BK Native III in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=61 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C78 Native III is made in Seki-City, Japan and has a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* large finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C78BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2004-2009
|valign="top" |69.95$ (2004), 91.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Wire, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C78PBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |69.95$ (2003)
|valign="top" |Limited Run
|valign="top" |1200?, ca. 100 Forum engraved, ca. 50 collector numbered, others without engraving
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Wire, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C78===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C78 Native III:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C78
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|101mm
|align="right"|79mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|81g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C78 Native III:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C78
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.8oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==
{|
|-
|[[Image:Spydiewiki_native3blue.jpg|left|thumb|500px|The Native 3 with a blue handle; the forum knife of 2003.]]
|valign="top" |[[Image:Spydiewiki_native3blue_blade.jpg|left|thumb|500px|A close-up of the blue native 3's blade.]]
|}

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C78 Native III

2010-02-21T10:16:23Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C78 Native III is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and an ergonomic [[FRN]] handle with a deep finger cutout that was introduced in 2003.

==Generations==

The C78 Native III is the third generation of the Natives. The other Native generations are assigned the C41 [[SKU]].

See [[C41 Native]] for more information about Native generations.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C78 Native III appeared in all annual Spyderco product catalogs since 2004 ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread] on the Spyderco forums.
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C78BK:

"''As a manufacturer of ergonomic hard-working knives, Spyderco has few rivals. It's been said our R&D team "designs in the dark", meaning function and comfort outweigh prettiness any day. More than anything, this earned Spyderco a reputation for making hardworking knives that seem to end up in your EDC rotation more than other knives.''

''Case in point is the Native III. Filling the hand with ergonomic comfort is a Bi-Directional textured handle molded of FRN. Dips and valleys on the handle's surface provide spots and textures the palm can grab onto. Separate expansion points along the underside of the handle: one behind the cutting edge, followed by another on the handle and a curve at the butt-end, work in concert keeping the hand firmly positioned and lessening cutting fatigue. The VG-10 blade tapers to a spear-point with a distinct swedge-grind that reduces weight and adds overall balance. Non-sharpened serrations along the spine keep the thumb planted securely while cutting or chopping. An ambidextrous tension wire clip is easy on a cloth pocket and positions the folder for tip-up carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C78BK Native III in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=61 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C78 Native III is made in Seki-City, Japan and has a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* large finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C78BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2004-2009
|valign="top" |69.95$ (2004), 91.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Wire, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C78PBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |69.95$ (2003)
|valign="top" |Limited Run
|valign="top" |1200?, ca. 100 Forum engraved, ca. 50 collector numbered, others without engraving
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Wire, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C78===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C78 Native III:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C78
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|101mm
|align="right"|79mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|81g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C78 Native III:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C78
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.8oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==
{|
|-
|[[Image:Spydiewiki_native3blue.jpg|left|thumb|500px|The Native 3 with a blue handle; the forum knife of 2003.]]
|valign="top" |[[Image:Spydiewiki_native3blue_blade.jpg|left|thumb|500px|A close-up of the blue native 3's blade.]]
|}

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2010-02-21T10:11:13Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4) */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread]. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread].
* The [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38004 Spyderco Forum Knife 2009] thread.

Others:
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog7">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPR
|valign="top" |Purple [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Sprint Run, Spyderco Forum Knife 2009
|valign="top" |300
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-2009
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C29 Cricket

2010-02-21T10:09:37Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C29 Cricket is a compact, oval shaped knife with a [[reverse "S"]] shaped blade introduced in 1994. In the course of it's long history several different handle materials and blade steels were used.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C29 Cricket appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* C29ATU: 1994-1998 Spyderco catalogs
* C29CF: 1998-1999 Spyderco catalogs
* C29BK: 1998-2003 Spyderco catalogs
* C29PN: not listed in any Spyderco catalog
* C29: 2003-2009 Spyderco catalogs
* C29PET: 2007-2009 Spyderco catalogs

==Designer==

Spyderco?

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31530 Review] by "quattrokid73"

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C29:

"''Thin is in. We've made our long-favored Cricket model even thinner by integrating the handle and lock. Custom knifemaker Chris Reeve invented the idea of making a linerlock's liner out of backside scale of the handle. In doing this, thickness and bulk are shaved off the handle for an ultra-thin folder that locks up confidently with fewer moving lock parts.''

''We've incorporated this design into a rounded handle with a reverse "S" shaped blade. The distinctive blade shape curves into a keen precision tip for intricate/detailed cutting. Made of VG-10 stainless steel, the blade is hollow-ground and when folded closed creates a rounded package that rides nearly invisibly in the pocket. The pocket clip carries right-handed tip-down but also attaches to a tie or makes a fashionable money clip. Create your own one of a kind Cricket with engraving, corporate logos or a personal message.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C29 Cricket in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=17 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C29BK<ref name="current catalog3">The C29BK Cricket in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=113 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C29ET<ref name="current catalog2">The C29ET Cricket in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=272 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Cricket variations are made in Seki-City, Japan and have a [[reverse "S"]] shaped, hollow-ground blade. The C29 and C29PET have an [[Integral Lock]], all other variations have a [[Walker Liner Lock]] locking mechanism.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C29ATU
|valign="top" |Black Tufram coated Aluminum
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1994-1998
|valign="top" |59.95$ (?), 74.95$ (1996)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |SE was Main, PE was Variant

|-
|C29BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1997-2003
|64.95$ (?)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variants

|-
|C29CF
|Black [[CF]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1998-1999
|108.95$ (1998?)
|
|500
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|?

|-
|C29PN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]?
|1999
|?
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variant

|-
|C29
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2003-
|64.95$ (2004), 94.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variants

|-
|C29PET
|Etched [[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-2009
|104.95$ (2007), 114.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variant

|-
|C29
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|?
|?
|?
|Japan only, rainbow anodized
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|?

|-
|C29PYY
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|?
|?
|?
|Yin/Yang embelished by Santa Fe Stone works and sold through Spyderco with a YY at the end of the SKU
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|?
|}

==Most collectible variation==

The Pink and rainvow anodized Crickets are rare versions. The PE CF is also very collectible.
Of all the different versions, the YY is believed to be the absolutely most collectible.

===Questions regarding collecting the C29===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to: See ? above.

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C29:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weights'''
|-
|align="right"|C29ATU
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|44mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|C29CF
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|44mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|48g
|-
|align="right"|C29 FRN
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|44mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|36g
|-
|align="right"|C29 SS
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|41mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|49.5g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C29:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weights'''
|-
|align="right"|C29ATU
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 3/4"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|2oz
|-
|align="right"|C29CF
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 3/4"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|1.7oz
|-
|align="right"|C29 FRN
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 3/4"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|1.25oz
|-
|align="right"|C29 SS
|align="right"|4 3/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 5/8"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

[[image:C29_Crickets_all_Artsy.JPG‎ ]]
[[Image:C29 ClipsidesSW.JPG]]

Also see the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13069 Cricket Pics!] or the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24488 C29 Cricket pic's] thread on the Spyderco forum.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C29 Cricket

2010-02-21T10:08:38Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C29 Cricket is a compact, oval shaped knife with a [[reverse "S"]] shaped blade introduced in 1994. In the course of it's long history several different handle materials and blade steels were used.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C29 Cricket appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* C29ATU: 1994-1998 Spyderco catalogs
* C29CF: 1998-1999 Spyderco catalogs
* C29BK: 1998-2003 Spyderco catalogs
* C29PN: not listed in any Spyderco catalog
* C29: 2003-2009 Spyderco catalogs
* C29PET: 2007-2009 Spyderco catalogs

==Designer==

Spyderco?

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31530 Review] by "quattrokid73"

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C29:

"''Thin is in. We've made our long-favored Cricket model even thinner by integrating the handle and lock. Custom knifemaker Chris Reeve invented the idea of making a linerlock's liner out of backside scale of the handle. In doing this, thickness and bulk are shaved off the handle for an ultra-thin folder that locks up confidently with fewer moving lock parts.''

''We've incorporated this design into a rounded handle with a reverse "S" shaped blade. The distinctive blade shape curves into a keen precision tip for intricate/detailed cutting. Made of VG-10 stainless steel, the blade is hollow-ground and when folded closed creates a rounded package that rides nearly invisibly in the pocket. The pocket clip carries right-handed tip-down but also attaches to a tie or makes a fashionable money clip. Create your own one of a kind Cricket with engraving, corporate logos or a personal message.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C29 Cricket in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=17 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C29BK<ref name="current catalog3">The C29BK Cricket in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=113 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C29ET<ref name="current catalog2">The C29ET Cricket in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=272 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Cricket variations are made in Seki-City, Japan and have a [[reverse "S"]] shaped, hollow-ground blade. The C29 and C29PET have an [[Integral Lock]], all other variations have a [[Walker Liner Lock]] locking mechanism.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C29ATU
|valign="top" |Black Tufram coated Aluminum
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1994-1998
|valign="top" |59.95$ (?), 74.95$ (1996)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |SE was Main, PE was Variant

|-
|C29BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1997-2003
|64.95$ (?)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variants

|-
|C29CF
|Black [[CF]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1998-1999
|108.95$ (1998?)
|
|500
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|?

|-
|C29PN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]?
|1999
|?
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variant

|-
|C29
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2003-
|64.95$ (2004), 94.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variants

|-
|C29
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|?
|?
|?
|Japan only, rainbow anodized
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|?

|-
|C29PYY
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]] [[SE]]
|?
|?
|?
|Yin/Yang embelished by Santa Fe Stone works and sold through Spyderco with a YY at the end of the SKU
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|?

|-
|C29PET
|Etched [[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-2009
|104.95$ (2007), 114.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[3- screw short old standard clip]]
|[[RH]], [[TD]]
|Variant
|}

==Most collectible variation==

The Pink and rainvow anodized Crickets are rare versions. The PE CF is also very collectible.
Of all the different versions, the YY is believed to be the absolutely most collectible.

===Questions regarding collecting the C29===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to: See ? above.

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C29:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weights'''
|-
|align="right"|C29ATU
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|44mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|C29CF
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|44mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|48g
|-
|align="right"|C29 FRN
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|44mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|36g
|-
|align="right"|C29 SS
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|48mm
|align="right"|41mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2mm
|align="right"|49.5g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C29:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weights'''
|-
|align="right"|C29ATU
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 3/4"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|2oz
|-
|align="right"|C29CF
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 3/4"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|1.7oz
|-
|align="right"|C29 FRN
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 3/4"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|1.25oz
|-
|align="right"|C29 SS
|align="right"|4 3/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|1 7/8"
|align="right"|1 5/8"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|5/64"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

[[image:C29_Crickets_all_Artsy.JPG‎ ]]
[[Image:C29 ClipsidesSW.JPG]]

Also see the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13069 Cricket Pics!] or the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24488 C29 Cricket pic's] thread on the Spyderco forum.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:49:23Z

Marcel: /* Technical information */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-2009
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer (AUS-6)
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer (GIN-1)
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|73g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer (AUS-6)
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer (GIN-1)
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.6oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:48:34Z

Marcel: /* Technical information */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-2009
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer (AUS-6)
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer (GIN-1)
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|73g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:45:01Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Delica 4 */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-2009
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:43:07Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Delica 4 */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-2009
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-2009
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:41:15Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Delica 4 */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-2009
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:40:06Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Delica 4 */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-2009
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:38:01Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Delica 4 */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:37:41Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Delica 4 */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1/G2]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C11 Delica

2010-02-21T09:37:11Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Delica 4 */

[[Image:C11PBK-vert.jpg|right|thumb|280px|C11PBK (4th generation)]]

The C11 Delica was first introduced in 1990, together with its bigger brother the [[C10 Endura]]. They have gone through most major and minor revisions together.

==Generations==

The C11 Delica has a long and complex history. Since it's introduction in 1990 the Delica went through many minor and major changes (usually improvements). These changes were done from one production run to the next independent of calendar year. Grouping the variants into different generations, as done by collectors, in this article, and partly by Spyderco, simplifies handling the complexity. Generations are differentiated by major changes as described in the following subsections. See [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22654 here] for a more detailed discussion.

1996 2006
|----- Generation 2 -----|---------------->
|- Generation 4 ->
|---- Generation 1 ----|-- Generation 3 --|---------------->
1990 1998 2006

===Generation 1===

The first C11 Delica variants introduced in the earlier 90s with an [[FRN]] handle and an integral [[FRN]] clip are considered first generation Delicas (D1).

Initially [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel was used for the blade, in later runs [[AUS-8]] was used too.

Until about 1992 Spyderco knives were not marked with the steel used. The G-2 stamp<ref name="SF10">A comment by Sal Glesser on the G-2 stamp can be found on the Spyderco-Forums[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=448959&postcount=2]</ref> on the blade was then used till 1994. In 1994, the steel remained the same, but the marking was changed to GIN-1, the name given by the steel's manufacturer.

Initially a thin integral FRN clip was used, which was later changed to a wider one. In a less visible way, actually a total of 6 different clips exist:
"''The 1st generation, with the molded clip actually went through 6 modifications to the mold, but they were minor changes to the clip mostly.''"<ref name="spyderco forum">Information provided by Sal from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27130] </ref>

===Generation 2===

In 1996 the Delica II was introduced with an originally different [[SKU]] ([[C43 Delica II]]). The major modifications from the D1 are
* stainless steel handle,
* stainless steel clip,
* [[AUS-6]] steel blade.
In 2000 the [[SKU]] was changed to C11. A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2002.

Nowadays, all stainless steel handled variants of the Delica (including the C43) introduced earlier than 2006 are considered to be second generation Delicas (D2).

Several engraved variations of D2 exist. Common ones are PRCA, DEA, FBI and "Bug and web".

===Generation 3===

The third generation of the Delica (D3) was introduced in 1999. The most prominent modifications from the D1:
* Different and more highly effective form
* Reversible, stainless steel clip that can be mounted for left and right-hand carry ([[barrel bolt clip]])

A [[Boye dent]] was added in 2001.

===Generation 4===

The fourth generation (D4), including the Delica 4, Delica SS 4, and Delica Trainer 4 came out in 2006.

Major modifications of the blade from earlier generations:
* The blade has a less pointy and stronger tip, an enlarged 13mm opening hole, and jimping added to the spine of the blade.

Major modifications of the [[Stainless Steel]] handle from D2:
* The clip is connected to the handle with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

Major modifications of the [[FRN]] handle from D3:
* The D4 has a screw together construction for easier cleaning and adjustments.
* The scales are made using ''Bi-Directional Texturing'' (trademarked) to provide better traction and improve ergonomics.
* This is the first Delica to have skeletonized stainless steel liners (with holes cut in to save weight) to give it added strength without adding weight to the knife.
* The clip is connected to the liners with 3 small screws with four different possible mounting positions (4-way clip: tip-up/tip-down for left and right-hand carry).

All variants have a [[Boye dent]].

Additional variants introduced after the initial release include (see the D4 variants table further below for a complete list):
* Waved navy blue (officially grey) [[FRN]] variant and a foliage green [[FRN]] variant later in 2006, both VG-10
* British Racing Green [[FRN]] with ZDP-189 steel blade in 2007
* Foliage Green [[G-10]] handle with full flat grind VG-10 blade in 2008
* Waved trainer variant in 2008
* Waved navy blue [[FRN]] variant with fully serrated and combination edge in 2008
* Black [[FRN]] handle with black blade (combination edge only) variant in 2008. These knives (including a similar Endura model) initially were planned to only be available in the SAS catalog for the Military and LEOs, but the public demand was so great it was decided to make them part of the stock line in 2008<ref>Information provided by TazKristi from Spyderco, found in the Spyderco Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33021]</ref>. They appeared in the main 2009 catalog.

==Appearance in catalogs==

Since at least 1993 the C11 Delica appeared in all Spyderco product catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]).

(1991, 1992: must have been in there, if there ever existed such catalogs (?)).

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]] designed the original 1990 Delica. Today's design updates he also designs together with Eric and Peter as a team<ref>Sal Glesser's original comment can be found on Spyderco-Forums [http://spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=36153|]</ref>.

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

Historical note: The 1991 Swedish Mount Everest expedition used C11SBL as their expedition knife.
These knives were etched with the text: EVEREST -91 on the blade. A total of 43 knives were made with this etching, the first of which was presented to the Swedish King in a box made of Bog oak. <ref> As per the former Swedish Spyderco importer by Email to the author</ref>

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| "Show your Delica's"] thread contains a lot of pictures and information about variations
* Delica 3 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14829 review] by "Fisher of Men"
* Delica 4 [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22706 review1] by "Mr Blonde and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19162 review2] by "smcfalls13"
* Solid [[ZDP-189]] blade [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21977 comments] by "Mr Blonde". Spyderco first introduced a solid ZDP-189 blade with the blue FRN Delica Sprint run in 2006.
* Descriptions of disassembling/assembling Delica 4 [[FRN]] variations by Mr Blonde in [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21533&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego] and [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30875&highlight=Delica+lego Delica 4 Lego Redux]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C11BK (D4):

"''In 1990 Spyderco shook things up by introducing two knives, the Delica and Endura. First of their kind on the market, both folders opened up the knife market to lightweight performance, one-hand open pocketknives that just about everyone could afford. They settled as Spyderco’s top two bestsellers and their improvement hasn’t slowed since. Refinement has been so ongoing and continual Spyderco tagged the updating/upgrading process with the term CQI- Constant Quality Improvement. During the Endura and Delica’s CQI journey Spyderco tweaked ergonomics, refined blade steels and fine-tuned their performance countless times. They are an evolutionary work in progress and the next level is here with the new Endura4 and Delica4. Both models now have screw construction making cleaning and adjusting easier. The fiberglass reinforced nylon handles come molded with Bi-Directional Texturing® for preferred traction and improved ergonomics. Inside the handle dual skeletonized stainless steel liners make the knife stronger without adding weight and make an anchor for all external and internal components to attach through adding sturdiness and rigidity. Their VG-10 blades are flat saber-ground with a stronger tip and larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade’s spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left- or right-handed clip.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C11BK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=209 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also other D4s:
C11<ref name="current catalog2">The C11 Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=210 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C11BBK Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=334 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11FG<ref name="current catalog4">The C11FG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=234 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GFG<ref name="current catalog5">The C11GFG Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=303 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GRE<ref name="current catalog6">The C11GRE Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=285 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11GYW<ref name="current catalog7">The C11GYW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=227 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TR<ref name="current catalog8">The C11TR Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=9 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11TRW<ref name="current catalog9">The C11TRW Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=251 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C11WH<ref name="current catalog10">The C11WH Delica (D4) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=328 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D3s:
C11BK<ref name="current catalog21">The C11BK Delica (D3) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=8 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

See also D2s:
C11<ref name="current catalog20">The C11 Delica (D2) in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=7 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> (listed as C11SS3 Delica 3 Stainless Steel in Spyderco's online catalog , but belongs to Generation 2 in this article).

And also
C11CF<ref name="current catalog30">The C11CF Delica in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=108 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> as well as
C11KIT<ref name="current catalog31">The C11KIT Spyderco Parts Kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweight in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=290 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All Delica variations are made in Seki-City, Japan, and have a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.

Extending the set of major changes used to group the Delicas into different generations allows a further refinement of Delicas into variations, as done in the following tables. Even further refinements would be possible based on minor Delica changes (left for future generations of Spyderco collectors :-).

===Variations of the Delica 1===

Left and right hand versions of the Delica 1s exist. Left hand versions are rare. The clip is positioned for tip-up carry.

Early D1s use [[GIN-1/G-2]] steel and have a thin [[Integral FRN]] clip. Late D1s use [[AUS-8]] steel and a fat clip.

Around 1995 the steel type and width of the clip changed. At least a black handled [[GIN-1/G-2]] D1 in combination with a fat clip exists. Other combinations of handle color, steel type, and clip may exist.

Open questions include:
* Do green or pink D1s with AUS-8 steel exist?

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1990-1994
|valign="top" |34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|valign="top" |SKUs: 1011RP (1990), C11RP (1991)
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1993-1994
|42.95$ (1993), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|SKUs: 1011RS (1990), C11RS (1991)
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|Eddie Bauer edition
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SGR
|Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1993
|34.95$ (1990), 42.95$ (1993)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1990-1994
|34.95$ (1990), 45.95$ (1994)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11BK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|?
|?
|rare
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade, black box with yellow background, number on blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], thin

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SAF
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|Black blade
|?
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995-1998
|65.95$ (1995), 48.95$ (1998)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[AUS-8]]
|1995
|65.95$ (1995)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Integral FRN]], fat

|}

===Variations of the Delica 2===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11/C43P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |ca. 1996?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |blak-ti finished handle and blade, no [[boye dent]], C43 black box with an added white sticker with black lettering "BLAK-TI FINISH"
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11P
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43P (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11S
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |1996-2005
|valign="top" |48.95$ (1997), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |SKU C43S (1997-1998); 2002-2005: [[Boye dent]]; at least one C11S exists that is [[TD]]-only.
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PS
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-6]]
|valign="top" |2002-2005
|valign="top" |68.95$ (2002), 69.95$ (2005)
|valign="top" |always with [[Boye dent]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 3===

All 2001-2005 D3s have a [[Boye dent]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-55]]
|valign="top" |1998-2001
|valign="top" |62.95$ (1998-2001)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|2001
|62.95$ (2001)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ATS-55]]
|1999
|62.95$ (1999)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PSBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002-2005
|66.95$ (2002-2005)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2002
|66.95$ (2002)
|last run used VG-10?
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11BBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PE]] [[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|?
|?
|Black blade
|N/A
|?
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11OD
|Olive Drab [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2004
|66.95$
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2001-2003
|62.95$ (2001), 66.95$ (2003)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2004-2005
|66.95$ (2004-2005)
|Trainer, holes/blade
|N/A
|N/A
|[[Barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

===Variations of the Delica 4===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11PSBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2006-
|valign="top" |67.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |[[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSBBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2009)
|Black blade
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SFG
|Foliage Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007-
|73.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGRE
|British Racing Green [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2007-
|114,95.95$ (2007)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|76.95$ (2006)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11SGYW
|Grey [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Waved
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11GPFG
|Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008-
|164.95$ (2008)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11P
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PS
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11S
|[[Stainless Steel]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2006-
|77.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2006-2009
|67.95$ (2006)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TR
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[GIN-1]]
|2010-
|89.95$ (2010)
|Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11TRW
|Red [[FRN]]
|N/A
|[[AUS-6]]
|2008-
|104.95$ (2008)
|Wave Trainer
|N/A
|N/A
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PBLE
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[ZDP-189]]
|2006
|109.95$
|Sprint
|2x600
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2007
|79.95$
|Sprint (1st run, black clip)
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PPN
|Pink [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint (2nd run, polished clip), 3rd run?
|500
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|-
|C11PSWH
|White [[FRN]]
|[[PS]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2008
|79.95$
|Sprint
|1200
|[[Flat Saber]]
|[[4-way]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|}

The Blue FRN ZDP-189 Sprint run was [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2005sprint.pdf announced] with a D3 handle. The Sprint run was late, and the handle changed to D4.

C11KIT: The C11 [[SKU]] is also used for the C11KIT internal replacement parts kit for the FRN Delica 4 Lightweighths. This kit was introduced in 2008.

===Other variations===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C11PTI
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |<2002?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |No [[boye dent]], titanium, Japanese market only
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[3- screw old standard clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]

|-
|valign="top" |C11CFS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 SE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, right handed.
|valign="top" |600 PE/RH (out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHS
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side ,left handed
|valign="top" |150 SE/LH out of 1500 total
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|-
|valign="top" |C11CFLHP
|valign="top" |[[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |shiny carbon fiber, single liner on clip side, left handed
|valign="top" |150 PE/LH (Out of 1500 total)
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]

|}

The [[C05 Economy/Standard]] and the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] can be considered as variants of the C11 Delica, depending on individual preferences.

==Most collectible variation==

Collecting knives and selecting a specific variation to be most collectible is a very subjective topic and changing over time. Many would consider the [[C76 25th Anniversary Delica]] to be the most collectible variation, others might not even consider this a C11 Delica variation because of the differing [[SKU]].

All the earliest variants seem to be more and more sought after, and the SAF variants are made in very low numbers.
The CF variants are sought after as well.

===Questions regarding collecting the C11===

* There are open questions marked with '?' above and below. Any answers?

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|50g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|173mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|72mm
|align="right"|63mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|110g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|77mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|55g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|92g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|182mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|74mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|72g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|179mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|65mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|114g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|108mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|2,5mm
|align="right"|71g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C11 Delica:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variations'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|Delica 1
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.75oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 2
|align="right"|6 13/16"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 3
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|1.9oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 G-10
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.25oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 FRN Wave
|align="right"|7 5/32"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 29/32"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.55oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 SS
|align="right"|7 1/16"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|2 9/16"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|Delica 4 Wave Trainer
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|N/A
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C05 Economy/Standard]]
* [[C10 Endura]]
* [[C43 Delica II]]
* [[C88 Salt I]]

==Pictures==

<gallery>
Image:C11-Delica-1-thin.jpg|Delica 1s
Image:C11-Delica-2.jpg|Delica 2s
Image:C11-Delica-3.jpg|Delica 3s
Image:C11-Delica-4.jpg|Delica 4s
Image:C11-Delica-others.jpg|other Delicas
Image:C11PPNMark1.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11PPNmark2.JPG|Early blademarking on a 1.gen. C11PPN
Image:C11SBL Handle marking.JPG|Handle marking on a 1.gen. C11SBL
</gallery>

<gallery>
Image:C11PBK-front.jpg|C11PBK front view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-back.jpg|C11PBK back view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-top.jpg|C11PBK top view (D4)
Image:C11PBK-bottom.jpg|C11PBK bottom view (D4)
</gallery>

==About this article==

* Scope: C11 Delicas manufactured and sold by Spyderco only (ie. no Santa Fe or other custom models or aftermarket variations)
* Information sources used so far:
** [[C10 Endura]] article
** Spyderco catalogs: ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer])
** Several Spyderco collectors and Delica specialists active in the [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/ Spyderco] and the [http://www.messerforum.net/ Messerforum.net] forums. Thanks to all! (See for example [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34206| this] Spyderco forum thread for specific names.)
** Rob's [http://spyderbug.com/downloads/ priceguide]
** Golden Edge Cutlery [http://www.ted.tweakdsl.nl/goldenedgecutlery1994.pdf 1994 catalog]
** Ironstone [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ironstone1996.pdf 1996 catalog]
** Pictures by RIOT and others

==Categories==

[[Category:knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2009-09-11T18:30:03Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1) */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread]. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread].
* The [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38004 Spyderco Forum Knife 2009] thread.

Others:
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog7">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPR
|valign="top" |Purple [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Sprint Run, Spyderco Forum Knife 2009
|valign="top" |300
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2009-09-11T18:28:47Z

Marcel: /* History, mentionings from the forums etc. */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread]. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread].
* The [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38004 Spyderco Forum Knife 2009] thread.

Others:
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog7">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPR
|valign="top" |Purple [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Spyderco Forum Knife 2009
|valign="top" |300
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2009-09-11T18:23:54Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1) */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal on the Spyderco forums.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread] on the Spyderco forums. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives on the Spyderco forums in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread] on the Spyderco forums.
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog7">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPR
|valign="top" |Purple [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Spyderco Forum Knife 2009
|valign="top" |300
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2009-09-11T18:22:50Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1) */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal on the Spyderco forums.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread] on the Spyderco forums. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives on the Spyderco forums in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread] on the Spyderco forums.
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog7">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPR
|valign="top" |Purple [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |300
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2009-09-11T18:22:10Z

Marcel: /* Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1) */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal on the Spyderco forums.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread] on the Spyderco forums. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives on the Spyderco forums in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread] on the Spyderco forums.
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog7">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPR
|valign="top" |Purple [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2009-09-11T18:21:24Z

Marcel: /* Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal on the Spyderco forums.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread] on the Spyderco forums. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives on the Spyderco forums in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread] on the Spyderco forums.
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog7">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C41 Native

2009-09-11T18:21:01Z

Marcel: /* Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web */

The C41 Native is a mid-sized knife with a [[drop point]] blade and a deep finger cutout in the handle that was introduced in 1997.

==Generations==

Four Native generations can be differentiated:
* Generation 1: '''Native Lightweight''', [[FRN]] and [[G-10]] handles, available since 1997, produced in Golden, U.S.A.
* Generation 2: '''Native SS''', [[Stainless Steel]] handle variant, available from 1997-2007, produced in Seki-City, Japan.
* Generation 3: '''Native 3''', thicker, ergonomic 3-D [[FRN]] handle, wire clip, and [[VG-10]] blade. The 3rd generation of the Native is not further described in this article as Spyderco has assigned it the C78 [[SKU]], see [[C78 Native III]].
* Generation 4: '''Native 4''', the latest generation features a screw together construction, [[VG-10]] blade, and is produced in Seki-City, Japan.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C41 Native appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 1997 Spyderco Products (C41BK with 440A steel type listed)
* 1998 Spyderco Products (C41BK)
* 1999-2001 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2002 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41, also a non-existing C41BK with VG-10 is shown, released as C78)
* 2003-2005 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41)
* 2006-2007 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41)
* 2008 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK)
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C41CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C41BK, C41BBK, C41PPN, C41CFP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=362438&postcount=14 History info] by Sal on the Spyderco forums.
* "BEWARE Native BRK not made by Spyderco" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5387 thread] on the Spyderco forums. Discussion about the "BRK First Generation" Native.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317 Introducing] by Sal of the G-10 with shell inlay Natives on the Spyderco forums in 2000.
* "Native vs. Native III" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33510 thread] on the Spyderco forums.
* Go [http://paulberetta.com/natives.htm here] for detailled Native history notes by "The Deacon" on his site.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C41BK:

"''Engineered for the human hand, the Native's ergonomic design maximizes cutting ability while minimizing discomfort and fatigue. This model is all about combining performance and comfort. Since the portion of the knife most in contact with the user is the handle, that became key while the model was in initial development on the drawing table. We've created a handle pattern with two separate finger choils. The first choil (where the blade and handle meet) allow positioning the index finger closer to the knife's sharpened edge for control over the cutting surface. Behind the first choil, the second positions the hand farther back on the folder for dexterous cutting while pushing the blade away from you. Bi-Directional Texturing molded into the FRN handle form varying levels of steps minimizing forward or backward sliding. Carved out of the locking lever is a David Boye Dent insuring the lock remains safely engaged even when gripping the handle forcefully. A section of non-sharpened serrations line the blade's spine yield an additional slip resistant point for the thumb. The blade itself is hollow-ground CPM-S30V steel with a weight reducing swedge ground from the spine. A black steel tip-up clip can be placed ambidextrously on both sides of the handle via a barrel-shaped screw that doubles as a lanyard.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C41BK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=20 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C41BBK<ref name="current catalog3">The C41BBK Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=178 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PN<ref name="current catalog4">The C41PN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=336 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41TN<ref name="current catalog5">The C41TN Native in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=182 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41<ref name="current catalog2">The C41 Native Stainless Steel in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=21 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41CF<ref name="current catalog6">The C41CF Native 4 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=369 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C41PPR<ref name="current catalog6">The C41PPR Native Forum 2009 in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=424 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

All C41 Natives have a
* [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism
* [[Drop Point Blade]]
* 50/50 choil
* deep finger cutout in the handle behind the choil

===Variations of the Native Lightweight (Generation 1)===

All Native Lightweights are made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[GIN-1/G-2]]
|valign="top" |1997-1999
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Boye dent]] introduced in last batches
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |83.95$ (2004), 99.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41BBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black
|valign="top" |2005-: PS; 2006: PE
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PSTN
|valign="top" |Tan [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |74.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |"Operation Iraqi Freedom" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41PPN
|valign="top" |Pink [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |109.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native SS (Generation 2)===

All Native SSs are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[AUS-10]]
|valign="top" |1998-2007: PS, 2002: PE
|valign="top" |94.95$ (2004)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Variations of the Native 4 (Generation 4)===

All Native 4s are made in Seki-City, Japan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |259.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[4-way]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

===Other variations===

The following variations are all made in Golden, U.S.A.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C41GBL
|valign="top" |Blue [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-?
|valign="top" |139.95$
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |700 total?; 300 special for BladeForum-numbered, 200 for collectors, 200 to dealers
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Blue Mosaic Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C41GPSI
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]] with Root Beer Inlay
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |139.95$ (2000)
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |500, numbered
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal, [[Barrel bolt]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C41===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Are the early Native SS made in Golden, U.S.A., as indicated in 1999 catalog? If yes, till when?

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|68g
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|75.2g
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|80mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|131g
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|178mm
|align="right"|100mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|64mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|89g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C41 Native:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (1997-2003), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.4oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 FRN (2004-), 1st generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.65oz
|-
|align="right"|C41, 2nd generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|4.6oz
|-
|align="right"|C41 CF, 4th generation
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|3 15/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 1/2"
|align="right"|15/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Native appreciation" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21553 thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C59 Eduard Bradichansky Shabaria

2009-08-21T04:42:32Z

Marcel: /* History, mentionings from the forums etc. */

The C59 Eduard Bradichansky Shabaria was introduced in 1999 and discontinued in 2003.

The C59 Shabaria was Spyderco's first in a series of ethnic inspired knives. Nomads in the Jordan River Valley have carried a knife called a Shabaria. The design of the C59 is inspired by these knives.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C59 Shabaria appeared in the following ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ catalogs]):
* 1999 Spyderco Products
* 2000 Spyderco Products
* 2001 Spyderco Products
* 2002 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

[[Eduard Bradichansky]]

[[Eduard Bradichansky mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

On the [[Spyderco forums]]:
*Shabaria 2001 modifications discussion threads
** [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=656 Shabaria modifications!]
** [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1536 Shabaria]
*Interesting thread and pictures of the Shabaria, including historic information: [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30506 Shabaria!]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

Not listed.

==Variations==

The C59 Shabaria is made in Seki-City, Japan and has a
* [[Walker Liner Lock]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |1999-2001
|valign="top" |143.95$ (1999-2001)
|valign="top" |closed back, riveted
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMPS
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |1999-2001
|valign="top" |143.95$ (1999-2001)
|valign="top" |closed back, riveted
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2002
|valign="top" |150.95$ (2002)
|valign="top" |open back, screwed
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C59===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C59 Shabaria:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C59
|align="right"|219mm
|align="right"|122mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|93mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|94g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C59 Shabaria:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C59
|align="right"|8 5/8"
|align="right"|4 3/4"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.33oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23767 this] Shabaria thread on the [[Spyderco forums]].

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C59 Eduard Bradichansky Shabaria

2009-08-21T04:27:53Z

Marcel: /* Pictures */

The C59 Eduard Bradichansky Shabaria was introduced in 1999 and discontinued in 2003.

The C59 Shabaria was Spyderco's first in a series of ethnic inspired knives. Nomads in the Jordan River Valley have carried a knife called a Shabaria. The design of the C59 is inspired by these knives.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C59 Shabaria appeared in the following ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ catalogs]):
* 1999 Spyderco Products
* 2000 Spyderco Products
* 2001 Spyderco Products
* 2002 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

[[Eduard Bradichansky]]

[[Eduard Bradichansky mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

*Shabaria 2001 modifications discussion threads in the [[Spyderco forums]]:
** [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=656 Shabaria modifications!]
** [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1536 Shabaria]

*Interesting thread and pictures of the Shabaria, including historic information: [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30506 Shabaria!]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

Not listed.

==Variations==

The C59 Shabaria is made in Seki-City, Japan and has a
* [[Walker Liner Lock]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |1999-2001
|valign="top" |143.95$ (1999-2001)
|valign="top" |closed back, riveted
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMPS
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |1999-2001
|valign="top" |143.95$ (1999-2001)
|valign="top" |closed back, riveted
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2002
|valign="top" |150.95$ (2002)
|valign="top" |open back, screwed
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C59===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C59 Shabaria:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C59
|align="right"|219mm
|align="right"|122mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|93mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|94g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C59 Shabaria:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C59
|align="right"|8 5/8"
|align="right"|4 3/4"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.33oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23767 this] Shabaria thread on the [[Spyderco forums]].

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C59 Eduard Bradichansky Shabaria

2009-08-21T04:18:19Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C59 Eduard Bradichansky Shabaria was introduced in 1999 and discontinued in 2003.

The C59 Shabaria was Spyderco's first in a series of ethnic inspired knives. Nomads in the Jordan River Valley have carried a knife called a Shabaria. The design of the C59 is inspired by these knives.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C59 Shabaria appeared in the following ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ catalogs]):
* 1999 Spyderco Products
* 2000 Spyderco Products
* 2001 Spyderco Products
* 2002 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

[[Eduard Bradichansky]]

[[Eduard Bradichansky mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

*Shabaria 2001 modifications discussion threads in the [[Spyderco forums]]:
** [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=656 Shabaria modifications!]
** [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1536 Shabaria]

*Interesting thread and pictures of the Shabaria, including historic information: [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30506 Shabaria!]

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

Not listed.

==Variations==

The C59 Shabaria is made in Seki-City, Japan and has a
* [[Walker Liner Lock]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |1999-2001
|valign="top" |143.95$ (1999-2001)
|valign="top" |closed back, riveted
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMPS
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |1999-2001
|valign="top" |143.95$ (1999-2001)
|valign="top" |closed back, riveted
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C59BMP
|valign="top" |Black [[Micarta]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2002
|valign="top" |150.95$ (2002)
|valign="top" |open back, screwed
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C59===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C59 Shabaria:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C59
|align="right"|219mm
|align="right"|122mm
|align="right"|97mm
|align="right"|93mm
|align="right"|12mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|94g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C59 Shabaria:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C59
|align="right"|8 5/8"
|align="right"|4 3/4"
|align="right"|3 7/8"
|align="right"|3 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|3.33oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C131 Terzuola Slipit

2009-08-18T19:50:19Z

Marcel: /* Technical information */

The C131 Terzuola Slipit was introduced in 2009. The C131 is the first Spyderco model featuring the [[Ball Joint]] non-locking mechanism.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C131 Terzuola Slipit appeared in the following [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php catalog]:
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

[[Robert "Bob" Terzuola]], a custom knife maker in USA.

[[Bob Terzuola Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

[[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38254 Review and discussion] of the C131 started by "FLYBYU44".
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39249 Comments] on the [[Ball Joint]] non-locking mechanism.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

"''You see interesting knives and equally interesting people when walking the aisles of a knife show. Small by business standards and specialized in nature, the cutlery industry has names everyone knows. One is Bob Terzuola, we call him Bob T. Bob’s made handmade knives since the 1970s, has collaborated with the top production companies and acknowledged as the founder of tactical knifemaking. In our small industry he’s rock star. His designs are clean, militaristic, finely polished and perceived as having a high-level of performance and physical appearance. His fourth collaboration with Spyderco is the Bob T SLIPIT.''

''SLIPITS are a new benchmark in knives, non-locking one-hand open folders with pocket clips. Bob T’s SLIPIT has a CMP-S30V modified Wharncliff blade that to close must overcome the resistance of a small ball bearing. Bob calls this a Ball Joint non-locking system; he’s developed and refined on many custom pieces for close to a decade. The Ball Joint also half-stops the blade when closing for safety. Behind the cutting edge he placed a finger choil/guard keeping the index finger away from the open blade and keeping the blade from closing on the hand when cutting. He also made the blade under three inches keeping it legal in most jurisdictions and countries (England and Germany to name a couple) for carry anywhere. Carbon fiber handle and backspacer make this carry friendly SLIPIT both hi-tech and luxurious. Left/right pocket clip is nested in its’ mounting and won’t pivot or loosen. A folded leather lanyard comes with it, tied off with a silver crimp.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C131 Terzuola Slipit in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=416 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C131 Terzuola Slipit is made in Taiwan and has a
* modified [[Wharncliffe Blade]], and a
* [[Ball Joint]] non-locking system.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C131CFP
|valign="top" |Black twill [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |159.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |2-screw Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |[[Main]]
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C131===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C131 Terzuola Slipit:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C131CFP
|align="right"|177mm
|align="right"|101mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|2.5mm
|align="right"|70g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C131 Terzuola Slipit:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C131CFP
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 11/16"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|3/32"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

* [[C15 Bob Terzuola]]
* [[C19 Bob Terzuola Jr.]]
* [[C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate]]

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C131 Terzuola Slipit

2009-08-18T19:47:18Z

Marcel: /* Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web */

The C131 Terzuola Slipit was introduced in 2009. The C131 is the first Spyderco model featuring the [[Ball Joint]] non-locking mechanism.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C131 Terzuola Slipit appeared in the following [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php catalog]:
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

[[Robert "Bob" Terzuola]], a custom knife maker in USA.

[[Bob Terzuola Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

[[Spyderco forums]]:
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38254 Review and discussion] of the C131 started by "FLYBYU44".
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39249 Comments] on the [[Ball Joint]] non-locking mechanism.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

"''You see interesting knives and equally interesting people when walking the aisles of a knife show. Small by business standards and specialized in nature, the cutlery industry has names everyone knows. One is Bob Terzuola, we call him Bob T. Bob’s made handmade knives since the 1970s, has collaborated with the top production companies and acknowledged as the founder of tactical knifemaking. In our small industry he’s rock star. His designs are clean, militaristic, finely polished and perceived as having a high-level of performance and physical appearance. His fourth collaboration with Spyderco is the Bob T SLIPIT.''

''SLIPITS are a new benchmark in knives, non-locking one-hand open folders with pocket clips. Bob T’s SLIPIT has a CMP-S30V modified Wharncliff blade that to close must overcome the resistance of a small ball bearing. Bob calls this a Ball Joint non-locking system; he’s developed and refined on many custom pieces for close to a decade. The Ball Joint also half-stops the blade when closing for safety. Behind the cutting edge he placed a finger choil/guard keeping the index finger away from the open blade and keeping the blade from closing on the hand when cutting. He also made the blade under three inches keeping it legal in most jurisdictions and countries (England and Germany to name a couple) for carry anywhere. Carbon fiber handle and backspacer make this carry friendly SLIPIT both hi-tech and luxurious. Left/right pocket clip is nested in its’ mounting and won’t pivot or loosen. A folded leather lanyard comes with it, tied off with a silver crimp.''"
<ref name="current catalog">The C131 Terzuola Slipit in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=416 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C131 Terzuola Slipit is made in Taiwan and has a
* modified [[Wharncliffe Blade]], and a
* [[Ball Joint]] non-locking system.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C131CFP
|valign="top" |Black twill [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |159.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |2-screw Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |[[Main]]
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C131===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C131 Terzuola Slipit:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C131CFP
|align="right"|177mm
|align="right"|101mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|68mm
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|70g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C131 Terzuola Slipit:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C131CFP
|align="right"|7"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2.687"
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

* [[C15 Bob Terzuola]]
* [[C19 Bob Terzuola Jr.]]
* [[C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate]]

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C131 Terzuola Slipit

2009-08-16T09:40:49Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

C121 Embassy

2009-08-16T09:38:57Z

Marcel: /* Appearance in catalogs */

The C121 Embassy is an automatic knife that was introduced in 2008.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C121 Embassy appears in the following [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php catalogs]:
* 2009 Spyderco SAS Guide
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

The C121 is a restricted item and not listed on the web.

==Variations==

The C121 Embassy is made in Golden, U.S.A, and has
* right-hand automatic blade-opening mechanism
* screw together construction
* spine jimping
* [[Swedge]] grind

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C121
|valign="top" |Aluminum with black [[G-10]] inlays
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |279,95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]]: [[TD/TU]]; [[LH]]: [[TD]]
|valign="top" |[[Restricted]]
|-
|valign="top" |C121BK
|valign="top" |Black Aluminum with black [[G-10]] inlays
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |???$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Flat Saber]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]]: [[TD/TU]]; [[LH]]: [[TD]]
|valign="top" |[[Restricted]]
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C121===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C121 Embassy:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C121
|align="right"|187
|align="right"|109
|align="right"|79
|align="right"|79
|align="right"|8
|align="right"|3
|align="right"|105g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C121 Embassy:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C121
|align="right"|7 3/8"
|align="right"|4 9/32"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|3 1/8"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3.7oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C133 Bug

2009-08-16T09:37:44Z

Marcel: /* Appearance in catalogs */

The C133 Bug is a very small, clip-less folder that was introduced in 2009.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C133 Bug appeared in the following [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php catalog]:
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

Spyderco

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

"''Aerodynamically the bumble bee shouldn't be able to fly but someone forgot to tell the bee. The flight of the bumble bee defies both nature and one’s expectations that something that small can perform such a grand maneuver. Like bumblebees, Spyderco Bugs perform unexpectedly. The Bug, not much larger than a bee, is our latest addition. Last year Spyderco started offering SLIPITS which are non-locking slip-joint knives. They have no locking mechanism holding the blade open, relying instead on resistant pressure at the pivot area when the blade is extended and being used. Bugs are part of the SLIPIT group.''

''The flat ground blade is 3Cr13MoV stainless steel available with a PlainEdge. The Bug’s handle offers a flat surface for a small amount of engraving or embellishment and can be customized for use as jewelry or a gift item. Positioned on the end of the handle is a lanyard hole large enough to thread with a chain and be worn around the neck or slipped onto a key chain. The Bug is the smallest folder in our lineup.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C133 Bug in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=374 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C133 Bug is made in China.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C133
|valign="top" |[[Stainless Steel]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[3Cr13MoV]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |7.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[No clip]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |Main
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C133===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C133 Bug:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C133
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|41mm
|align="right"|33mm
|align="right"|29mm
|align="right"|5mm
|align="right"|1.75mm
|align="right"|12g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C133 Bug:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C133
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|1 5/8"
|align="right"|1 5/16"
|align="right"|1 1/8"
|align="right"|2/16"
|align="right"|1/16"
|align="right"|0.4oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C77 Spyderhawk

2009-08-16T09:36:18Z

Marcel: /* Appearance in catalogs */

The Spyderhawk is an interesting knife and a very specialized knife with it's [[hawkbill]] blade.
The knife has an ambidextrous appearance with a movable barrel bolt clip and backlock.
The C77 shares it's handle with the [[C10 Endura]] and the "Endura-Hawks" which the Spyderhawks with Endura markings in the handle is sometimes refered to, is pretty common.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The Spyderhawk appears in the 2003 dealer's catalog <ref>Spyderco's dealer catalog from 2003 is available for download [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/spyderco2003dealer.pdf here]</ref>

The C77 Spyderhawk Salt appeared in the following [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php catalog]:
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

Unknown at this time, probably [[Sal Glesser]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

The Spyderhawk was chosen as a Spyderco on bladeforums- forum knife. That particular model was blue [[PE]] [[FRN]]

== Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web ==
No information available.

== Variations ==

All C77 Spyderhawks are made in [[Seki City]] in Japan, probably by [[G. Sakai]] and have:

*All pinned construction and
*a [[Back Lock]] with the
*[[Boye dent]]

=== Variations of the Spyderhawk ===

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C77SBK
|valign="top" |Black [[FRN]]
|valign="top" |[[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[VG-10]]
|valign="top" |2003
|valign="top" |89,95$ (2003)
|valign="top" |Regular version with Spyderhawk text in black FRN handle
|valign="top" |Unknown
|valign="top" |[[Hollow grind]]
|valign="top" |Black [[Barrel bolt clip]]
|valign="top" |

|-
|C77SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2003
|89,95$ (2003)
|Endurahawk, Endura handle, marked Endura in the black FRN.
|Unknown
|[[Hollow grind]]
|Black [[Barrel bolt clip]]
|
|-
|C77SBK
|Black [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|2003
|89,95$ (2003)
|"Upsidedown" hawk, marked Spyderhawk in the black FRN handle, but with text upside down.
|Unknown
|[[Hollow grind]]
|Black [[Barrel bolt clip]]
|
|-
|C77PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|
|89,95$
|Unmarked PE blade and blue FRN handle.
| Unknown
|[[Hollow grind]]
|Black [[Barrel bolt clip]]
|
|-
|C77PBL
|Blue [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[VG-10]]
|
|89,95$
|Bladeforums.com marked PE blade and "number" of 300. Blue FRN.
|300
|[[Hollow grind]]
|Chrome [[Barrel bolt clip]]
|
|-
|C77PYL
|Yellow [[FRN]]
|[[PE]]
|[[H-1]]
|
|?$
|Spyderhawk Salt, 100% rust-free
|Unknown
|[[Hollow grind]]
|[[Titanium barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|-
|C77SYL
|Yellow [[FRN]]
|[[SE]]
|[[H-1]]
|
|?$
|Spyderhawk Salt, 100% rust-free
|Unknown
|[[Hollow grind]]
|[[Titanium barrel bolt]]
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|}

== Most collectible variation ==

The Upsidedown- handled hawk and the PE Bladeforum variation seems to be the most collectible variations.

=== Questions regarding collecting the C77 ===

How many made of the different versions?

Who designed it?

== Technical information ==

Typical measurements (mm and grams) of the C77 Spyderhawk:

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|210mm
|align="right"|125mm
|align="right"|92mm
|align="right"|85mm
|align="right"|13.5mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|85g
|}

Typical measurements (inches and ounces) of the C77 Spyderhawk:

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|8 1/4"
|align="right"|4 15/16"
|align="right"|3 5/8"
|align="right"|3 3/8"
|align="right"|17/32"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3oz
|}

== References ==
<references/>

== Pictures ==

<Gallery>
Image:C77Spyderhawk All2.JPG|All known Spyderhawk variations
image:C77Detail_Spyderhawk.JPG|Spyderhawk correct marking in handle
image:C77Detail_Endura.JPG|Endura marking in handle
image:C77_Detail_Upsidedown.JPG|Upsidedown marking in handle
image:C77Detail_Bladeforums.JPG|Bladeforums.com blade engraving
image:C77Detail_differentclips.JPG|difference in clips on blue Spyderhawks
</gallery>

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C123 Sage

2009-08-16T09:33:31Z

Marcel: /* Designer */

The C123 Sage is a project model with several variations using the same pattern and blade steel, but featuring different locking mechanisms and handle materials. The first variation ([[Walker Liner Lock]], carbon fiber) was introduced in 2008, and the second (Reeve [[Integral Lock]], Titanium) in 2009.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C123 Sage appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement (C123TIP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

Lock variations:
* Michael Walker ([[Walker Liner Lock]])
* Chris Reeve ([[Integral Lock]])

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* Early information about the Sage project [http://spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=396980&postcount=47 posted] by "Sal" on the Spyderco forums.
* "What makes a Sage tick:" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=427161&postcount=1 post] by "gull wing" on the Spyderco forums. An inside look at the [[Walker Liner Lock]] Sage.
* First pictures by "The Deacon" and initial information about the Sage RIL "Reeve" [[Integral Lock]] in a Spyderco forum [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 thread].

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C123CFP [[Walker Liner Lock]]:

"''A Sage is someone wise in judgment and experience. It’s reasonable assuming they achieved that title through trial, error and extending their best effort at every opportunity. If that definition can be applied to something tangible it would be an item created from experience and striving for quality and performance at the highest level. If said item were a pocketknife we could call it a Sage.''

''The C123 Sage represents Spyderco’s 30-year pledge to knife crafting and learning to make better knives at every available opportunity. The plan is to offer an ongoing series of Sage Folders with many of the different and ingenuous locking devices and mechanisms the knife industry has to offer.''

''This model is in recognition of knifemaker Michael Walker’s contribution to the knife industry with his creation of the LinerLock® and ball bearing detent method of locking open a folding knife. While the knife is made in Taiwan, the flat-ground blade is produced with USA made CPM-S30V. It is paired with a twill-woven carbon fiber handle and LinerLock. Categorized as a mid-sized folder, the blade is flat-ground and PlainEdged. Designed for comfort and in-the-hand-ergonomics, the carbon fiber handle is vibrant with multi-colored fibers bonded together when manufacturing the carbon fiber. The weaving runs deep, making ridges and textures for the palm to adhere to while gripping and cutting. A silhouette wire pocket clip adjusts for left- or right-hand carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C123 Sage Walker Liner Lock in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=332 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C123 Sage is made in Taiwan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C123CFP
|valign="top" |Black twill [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |179.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |

|-
|valign="top" |C123TIP
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |264.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C123===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|91g
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|99g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 this thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C123 Sage

2009-08-16T09:32:13Z

Marcel:

The C123 Sage is a project model with several variations using the same pattern and blade steel, but featuring different locking mechanisms and handle materials. The first variation ([[Walker Liner Lock]], carbon fiber) was introduced in 2008, and the second (Reeve [[Integral Lock]], Titanium) in 2009.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C123 Sage appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement (C123TIP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

Lock variations:
* Michael Walker
* Chris Reeve

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* Early information about the Sage project [http://spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=396980&postcount=47 posted] by "Sal" on the Spyderco forums.
* "What makes a Sage tick:" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=427161&postcount=1 post] by "gull wing" on the Spyderco forums. An inside look at the [[Walker Liner Lock]] Sage.
* First pictures by "The Deacon" and initial information about the Sage RIL "Reeve" [[Integral Lock]] in a Spyderco forum [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 thread].

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C123CFP [[Walker Liner Lock]]:

"''A Sage is someone wise in judgment and experience. It’s reasonable assuming they achieved that title through trial, error and extending their best effort at every opportunity. If that definition can be applied to something tangible it would be an item created from experience and striving for quality and performance at the highest level. If said item were a pocketknife we could call it a Sage.''

''The C123 Sage represents Spyderco’s 30-year pledge to knife crafting and learning to make better knives at every available opportunity. The plan is to offer an ongoing series of Sage Folders with many of the different and ingenuous locking devices and mechanisms the knife industry has to offer.''

''This model is in recognition of knifemaker Michael Walker’s contribution to the knife industry with his creation of the LinerLock® and ball bearing detent method of locking open a folding knife. While the knife is made in Taiwan, the flat-ground blade is produced with USA made CPM-S30V. It is paired with a twill-woven carbon fiber handle and LinerLock. Categorized as a mid-sized folder, the blade is flat-ground and PlainEdged. Designed for comfort and in-the-hand-ergonomics, the carbon fiber handle is vibrant with multi-colored fibers bonded together when manufacturing the carbon fiber. The weaving runs deep, making ridges and textures for the palm to adhere to while gripping and cutting. A silhouette wire pocket clip adjusts for left- or right-hand carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C123 Sage Walker Liner Lock in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=332 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C123 Sage is made in Taiwan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C123CFP
|valign="top" |Black twill [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |179.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |

|-
|valign="top" |C123TIP
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |264.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C123===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|91g
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|99g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 this thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C123 Sage

2009-08-16T09:30:13Z

Marcel: /* Appearance in catalogs */

The C123 Sage is a project model with several variations using the same pattern and blade steel, but featuring different locking mechanisms and handle materials. The first variation ([[Walker Liner Lock]]) was introduced in 2008.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C123 Sage appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement (C123TIP)

==Designer==

Spyderco

Lock variations:
* Michael Walker
* Chris Reeve

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* Early information about the Sage project [http://spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=396980&postcount=47 posted] by "Sal" on the Spyderco forums.
* "What makes a Sage tick:" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=427161&postcount=1 post] by "gull wing" on the Spyderco forums. An inside look at the [[Walker Liner Lock]] Sage.
* First pictures by "The Deacon" and initial information about the Sage RIL "Reeve" [[Integral Lock]] in a Spyderco forum [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 thread].

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C123CFP [[Walker Liner Lock]]:

"''A Sage is someone wise in judgment and experience. It’s reasonable assuming they achieved that title through trial, error and extending their best effort at every opportunity. If that definition can be applied to something tangible it would be an item created from experience and striving for quality and performance at the highest level. If said item were a pocketknife we could call it a Sage.''

''The C123 Sage represents Spyderco’s 30-year pledge to knife crafting and learning to make better knives at every available opportunity. The plan is to offer an ongoing series of Sage Folders with many of the different and ingenuous locking devices and mechanisms the knife industry has to offer.''

''This model is in recognition of knifemaker Michael Walker’s contribution to the knife industry with his creation of the LinerLock® and ball bearing detent method of locking open a folding knife. While the knife is made in Taiwan, the flat-ground blade is produced with USA made CPM-S30V. It is paired with a twill-woven carbon fiber handle and LinerLock. Categorized as a mid-sized folder, the blade is flat-ground and PlainEdged. Designed for comfort and in-the-hand-ergonomics, the carbon fiber handle is vibrant with multi-colored fibers bonded together when manufacturing the carbon fiber. The weaving runs deep, making ridges and textures for the palm to adhere to while gripping and cutting. A silhouette wire pocket clip adjusts for left- or right-hand carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C123 Sage Walker Liner Lock in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=332 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C123 Sage is made in Taiwan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C123CFP
|valign="top" |Black twill [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |179.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |

|-
|valign="top" |C123TIP
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |264.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C123===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|91g
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|99g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 this thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C123 Sage

2009-08-16T09:29:59Z

Marcel: /* Variations */

The C123 Sage is a project model with several variations using the same pattern and blade steel, but featuring different locking mechanisms and handle materials. The first variation ([[Walker Liner Lock]]) was introduced in 2008.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C123 Sage appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

Spyderco

Lock variations:
* Michael Walker
* Chris Reeve

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* Early information about the Sage project [http://spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=396980&postcount=47 posted] by "Sal" on the Spyderco forums.
* "What makes a Sage tick:" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=427161&postcount=1 post] by "gull wing" on the Spyderco forums. An inside look at the [[Walker Liner Lock]] Sage.
* First pictures by "The Deacon" and initial information about the Sage RIL "Reeve" [[Integral Lock]] in a Spyderco forum [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 thread].

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C123CFP [[Walker Liner Lock]]:

"''A Sage is someone wise in judgment and experience. It’s reasonable assuming they achieved that title through trial, error and extending their best effort at every opportunity. If that definition can be applied to something tangible it would be an item created from experience and striving for quality and performance at the highest level. If said item were a pocketknife we could call it a Sage.''

''The C123 Sage represents Spyderco’s 30-year pledge to knife crafting and learning to make better knives at every available opportunity. The plan is to offer an ongoing series of Sage Folders with many of the different and ingenuous locking devices and mechanisms the knife industry has to offer.''

''This model is in recognition of knifemaker Michael Walker’s contribution to the knife industry with his creation of the LinerLock® and ball bearing detent method of locking open a folding knife. While the knife is made in Taiwan, the flat-ground blade is produced with USA made CPM-S30V. It is paired with a twill-woven carbon fiber handle and LinerLock. Categorized as a mid-sized folder, the blade is flat-ground and PlainEdged. Designed for comfort and in-the-hand-ergonomics, the carbon fiber handle is vibrant with multi-colored fibers bonded together when manufacturing the carbon fiber. The weaving runs deep, making ridges and textures for the palm to adhere to while gripping and cutting. A silhouette wire pocket clip adjusts for left- or right-hand carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C123 Sage Walker Liner Lock in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=332 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C123 Sage is made in Taiwan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C123CFP
|valign="top" |Black twill [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |179.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |

|-
|valign="top" |C123TIP
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |264.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C123===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|91g
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|99g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 this thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C123 Sage

2009-08-16T09:27:05Z

Marcel: /* Appearance in catalogs */

The C123 Sage is a project model with several variations using the same pattern and blade steel, but featuring different locking mechanisms and handle materials. The first variation ([[Walker Liner Lock]]) was introduced in 2008.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C123 Sage appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2008 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Supplement (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Products (C123CFP)
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

Spyderco

Lock variations:
* Michael Walker
* Chris Reeve

==History, mentionings etc. from the forums==

* Early information about the Sage project [http://spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=396980&postcount=47 posted] by "Sal" on the Spyderco forums.
* "What makes a Sage tick:" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=427161&postcount=1 post] by "gull wing" on the Spyderco forums. An inside look at the [[Walker Liner Lock]] Sage.
* First pictures by "The Deacon" and initial information about the Sage RIL "Reeve" [[Integral Lock]] in a Spyderco forum [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 thread].

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C123CFP [[Walker Liner Lock]]:

"''A Sage is someone wise in judgment and experience. It’s reasonable assuming they achieved that title through trial, error and extending their best effort at every opportunity. If that definition can be applied to something tangible it would be an item created from experience and striving for quality and performance at the highest level. If said item were a pocketknife we could call it a Sage.''

''The C123 Sage represents Spyderco’s 30-year pledge to knife crafting and learning to make better knives at every available opportunity. The plan is to offer an ongoing series of Sage Folders with many of the different and ingenuous locking devices and mechanisms the knife industry has to offer.''

''This model is in recognition of knifemaker Michael Walker’s contribution to the knife industry with his creation of the LinerLock® and ball bearing detent method of locking open a folding knife. While the knife is made in Taiwan, the flat-ground blade is produced with USA made CPM-S30V. It is paired with a twill-woven carbon fiber handle and LinerLock. Categorized as a mid-sized folder, the blade is flat-ground and PlainEdged. Designed for comfort and in-the-hand-ergonomics, the carbon fiber handle is vibrant with multi-colored fibers bonded together when manufacturing the carbon fiber. The weaving runs deep, making ridges and textures for the palm to adhere to while gripping and cutting. A silhouette wire pocket clip adjusts for left- or right-hand carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C123 Sage Walker Liner Lock in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=332 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C123 Sage is made in Taiwan.

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C123CFP
|valign="top" |Black twill [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2008-
|valign="top" |179.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |

|-
|valign="top" |C123?
|valign="top" |[[TI]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |not yet shipping
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Wire
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C123===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|3mm
|align="right"|91g
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|181mm
|align="right"|106mm
|align="right"|76mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|99g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C123 Sage:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|[[Walker Liner Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|3.2oz
|-
|align="right"|Reeve [[Integral Lock]]
|align="right"|7 1/8"
|align="right"|4 3/16"
|align="right"|3"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|?
|align="right"|3.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35702 this thread] on the Spyderco forums.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C101 Manix

2009-08-16T09:26:18Z

Marcel: /* Appearance in catalogs */

The '''C101 Manix 80mm''' is a smaller-sized version of the [[C95 Manix]]. The C101 was initially introduced in 2005 and discontinued in 2008.

Updated variations, the C101 Manix 2, were introduced in 2009.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C101 Manix appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):
* 2006 Spyderco Products
* 2007 Spyderco Products
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement

==Designer==

[[Eric Glesser]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19819 Mini Manix Review] by "Mr Blonde" on the Spyderco forum.
* [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39433 New model announcement] of the [[CF]] Manix 2.

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C101:

"''The recipe for success: Start with an exceptionally strong lock,
manufacture using precise tolerances and add a blade honed from exotic
high-carbon stainless steel. The conclusion is the Manix 83mm. The
C101 is an assembly of small seemingly inconsequential features that
added together result in one of the strongest knives from Spyderco to
date. Outstanding ergonomics are the result of the positioning between
the fore-finger choil and the backlock and the relationship between
the blade’s weight, the lock’s shape and the spring’s shape. These
little things result in the smoothest possible opening/closing and
reliable and comfortable cutting. Nested in the handle are
skeletonized dual steel liners increasing rigidity and strength
without the burden of unneeded weight. The blade is made from
Crucible’s CPM-S30V steel and comes double flat-ground with aggressive
thumb serrations (jimping) above the enlarged 14mm Spyderco Round
Hole. Jimping keeps the thumb in safe and controlled contact with the
blade’s spine. A three-screw pocket clip adjusts for ambidextrously
carry, tip-up or tip-down.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C101 Manix 80mm in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=212 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

==Variations==

The C101 Manix is made in Golden, U.S.A.

The first generation C101 has a [[Back Lock]] locking mechanism.
The 2009 update uses a [[Ball Bearing Lock]].

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C101GP
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2005-2007
|valign="top" |179.95$ (2006)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|valign="top" |[[Variant]]
|-
|C101GPS
|Black [[G-10]]
|[[PS]]
|[[CPM-S30V]]
|2005-2007
|179.95$ (2006)
|
|N/A
|[[Full Flat]]
|Metal
|[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]]
|[[Main]]

|-
|C101GP2
|Black [[G-10]]
|[[PE]]
|[[154CM]]
|2009-
|129.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|Metal
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|?
|-
|C101GPS2
|Black [[G-10]]
|[[PS]]
|[[154CM]]
|2009-
|129.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|Metal
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|?
|-
|C101GS2
|Black [[G-10]]
|[[SE]]
|[[154CM]]
|2009-
|129.95$ (2009)
|
|N/A
|[[Hollow]]
|Metal
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|?

|-
|C101CF90VP2
|Black [[CF]]
|[[PE]]
|[[CPM-S90V]]
|2009
|269.95$ (2009)
|[[Sprintrun]]
|400
|[[Full Flat]]
|Metal
|[[LH/RH]], [[TU]]
|?
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C101===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C101 Manix:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C101G
|align="right"|200mm
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|83mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|14mm
|align="right"|4mm
|align="right"|154g
|-
|align="right"|C101G2
|align="right"|203mm
|align="right"|117mm
|align="right"|86mm
|align="right"|73mm
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|143g
|-
|align="right"|C101CF2
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C101 Manix:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C101G
|align="right"|7 7/8"
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|3 1/4"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|9/16"
|align="right"|5/32"
|align="right"|5.5oz
|-
|align="right"|C101G2
|align="right"|8"
|align="right"|4 5/8"
|align="right"|3 3/8"
|align="right"|2 7/8"
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|5oz
|-
|align="right"|C101CF2
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C36 Military

2009-08-16T09:25:32Z

Marcel: /* Appearance in catalogs */

The C36 Military was introduced in 1996 and was the first production knife with a particle-metallurgy blade ([[CPM-440V]]).

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C36 Military appeared in the following catalogs ([http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ older], [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/download.php newer]):

* all Spyderco catalogs since 1997: C36G
* all Spyderco catalogs since 2005: C36GBK
* 2009 Spyderco catalog: C36 Digital Camo
* 2006 Spyderco Sprint Runs flyer: C36CFBGP
* 2008 Spyderco Sprint Runs: C36CF90VP
* 2009 Spyderco Mid-Year Product Guide Supplement: C36GOR

==Designer==

[[Sal Glesser]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

A comment from Sal made on the Spyderco forums regarding Steels:
''We were the first to use CPM steels in production (Military)''<ref>Post containing comment can be found [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?s=a7207c385113785807dccbea73c5227b&p=25771&postcount=2 here]</ref>

* "Forum Military Review" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=786 thread] on the Spyderco forum. Discussion about the C36 2000 Spyderco Forum knife.
* "Black Blade Military" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4623 thread] on the Spyderco forum. Discussion about the early black coated C36.
* "MILITARY KNIFE IMPROVEMENTS" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1599 thread] on the Spyderco forum. Discussion about the improvements done to the Military model before 2001.
* Historic [http://knife-collecting.com/interest.htm#MILITARY notes] on "UK-Ken's knife-collecting page.
* An interesting note on Glow-in-the-dark and Tritium vials on the original military prototype is found here<ref>[http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showpost.php?p=491667&postcount=8 Notes on GITD in the Spyderco forums by Sal]</ref>

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

C36G:

"''A cornerstone in Spyderco's Save and Serve line up, the Military Model came about after someone asked Spyderco's owner Sal Glesser, "If your son were going into the military what folding knife would you send him with?" For certain, it had to meet the requirements of a high-performance, light-weight folder designed for hard use.''

''Since the steel is the spirit of the knife, CPM-S30V with almost 2% carbon seemed the logical choice for the blade given its reputation for long-term edge retention and rust resistance. The 'Millie' has a modified clip-point blade laser cut with a 14 mm Spyderco Round Hole for quick deployment and for use with gloves. Texturing above the hole hold the thumb in contact with the blade's spine during cutting for confident control over the sharpened edge. The handle scales are G-10 with the lock's liner nested (inlayed) directly into the scale, pumping up lock strength without the addition of bulky liners. Spacers between the scales create a gap running the handle's full length exposing the inside workings for inspection and cleaning. The handle flares slightly at the front end creating a finger choil and at the butt end, which keeps the knife from slipping forward or backward in the hand while sawing or making tough or aggressive cuts. A contoured black metal clip is set for right-hand tip-down carry.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C36G Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=19 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>

See also:
C36GBK
<ref name="current catalog2">The C36GBK Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=114 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C36GCMO
<ref name="current catalog3">The C36GCMO Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=362 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C36CMOBK
<ref name="current catalog4">The C36CMOBK Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=387 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C36CF90
<ref name="current catalog5">The C36CF90 Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=326 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>,
C36GOR
<ref name="current catalog6">The C36GOR Military in [http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=397 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref>.

==Variations==

The C36 Military is made in Golden, U.S.A, and has
* [[Walker Liner Lock]]
* Modified [[Clip Point Blade]]
* metal clip, right hand carry, tip-down

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C36G
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |1996-1999
|valign="top" |174.95$ (1996)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36GBK
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]] black coated
|valign="top" |1996-1997?
|valign="top" |199.95$ (1996?)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36G
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1996-2001
|valign="top" |(1996), 199.95$ (1998)
|valign="top" |1996-2001; "MILITARY" & place of production on blade; 1998: many improvements done, incl. a slightly curved, strengthened clip with 3 mounting screws
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36GBK
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]? [[SE]]?
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]] black coated
|valign="top" |late 90s?
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36G
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2001-2003
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |"MILITARY" on blade, place of production on Ricasso
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36G
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]] [[SE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2004-
|valign="top" |157.95$ (2004), 219.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |2004-only: "MILITARY" on blade
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36GBK
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]] [[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black coated
|valign="top" |2005-
|valign="top" |239.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36GPCMO
|valign="top" |Digital Camo [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |219.95$ (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36GPCMOBK
|valign="top" |Digital Camo [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]] black coated
|valign="top" |2009-
|valign="top" |239,95 (2009)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36G (Forum 2000)
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]], bug on handle
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |"MILITARY" & "Spyderco Forum 2000" on blade and a [[MOP]] [[Bug]] inlay in the handle
|valign="top" |500
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36CFP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2005
|valign="top" |259.95$
|valign="top" |Limited
|valign="top" |400
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36CFBGP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[BG-42]]
|valign="top" |2006
|valign="top" |279.95$
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |1500
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36FGD2P
|valign="top" |Foliage Green [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-D2]]
|valign="top" |2007
|valign="top" |189.95$
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36CF90VP
|valign="top" |Black [[CF]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S90V]]
|valign="top" |2008
|valign="top" |319.95$
|valign="top" |Sprint
|valign="top" |ca. 1000
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C36GPOR
|valign="top" |Orange [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-S30V]]
|valign="top" |2009
|valign="top" |219.95$
|valign="top" |Limited
|valign="top" |600
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C36===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C36 Military:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C36 (G-10)
|align="right"|241mm
|align="right"|140mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|94mm
|align="right"|14mm
|align="right"|4mm
|align="right"|120g
|-
|align="right"|C36CFBGP
|align="right"|241mm
|align="right"|140mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|94mm
|align="right"|14mm
|align="right"|4mm
|align="right"|120g
|-
|align="right"|C36CF90VP
|align="right"|241mm
|align="right"|140mm
|align="right"|102mm
|align="right"|94mm
|align="right"|14mm
|align="right"|4mm
|align="right"|115g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C36 Military:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C36 (G-10)
|align="right"|9 1/2"
|align="right"|5 1/2"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3 11/16"
|align="right"|9/16"
|align="right"|5/32"
|align="right"|4.2oz
|-
|align="right"|C36CFBGP
|align="right"|9 1/2"
|align="right"|5 1/2"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3 11/16"
|align="right"|9/16"
|align="right"|5/32"
|align="right"|4.25oz
|-
|align="right"|C36CF90VP
|align="right"|9 1/2"
|align="right"|5 1/2"
|align="right"|4"
|align="right"|3 11/16"
|align="right"|9/16"
|align="right"|5/32"
|align="right"|4oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

== Pictures ==

See e.g. the "Miltary, Military, Military!" [http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31618 thread] on the Spyderco forum.

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate

2009-08-16T09:21:24Z

Marcel:

The C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate features a modified clip-point blade and [[G-10]] handles. The Starmate was introduced in 1999 and discontinued in 2002.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate appeared in the following [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ catalogs]:
* 1999 Spyderco Products
* 2000 Spyderco Products
* 2001 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

[[Robert "Bob" Terzuola]]

[[Bob Terzuola Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

Not listed.

==Variations==

The C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate is made in Golden, U.S.A. and has
* [[Walker Liner Lock]]
* modified clip-point blade

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C55GPS
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]] 60/40
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |1999-2001
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |First run ones were numbered
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |[[Main]]
|-
|valign="top" |C55GP
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[CPM-440V]]
|valign="top" |2000-2001
|valign="top" |?
|valign="top" |First run ones were numbered
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |[[Triangle military clip]]
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD]]
|valign="top" |[[Variant]]
|}

==Most collectible variation==

===Questions regarding collecting the C55===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C55G
|align="right"|221mm
|align="right"|126mm
|align="right"|96mm
|align="right"|93mm
|align="right"|13mm
|align="right"|5mm
|align="right"|120g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C55G
|align="right"|8 11/16"
|align="right"|5"
|align="right"|3 3/4"
|align="right"|3 5/8"
|align="right"|1/2"
|align="right"|5/32"
|align="right"|4.25oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Related Articles==

* [[C15 Bob Terzuola]]
* [[C19 Bob Terzuola Jr.]]
* [[C131 Terzuola Slipit]]

== Pictures ==
{|
|-
|[[Image:C55GP_Bob_Terzuola_Starmate_103_(Medium).JPG‎|left|thumb|320px|C55GP Bob Terzuola Starmate, opened, front side]]
|[[Image:C55GP_Bob_Terzuola_Starmate_105_(Medium).JPG|right|thumb|320px|C55GP Bob Terzuola Starmte, closed, back side]]
|}

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]

C19 Bob Terzuola Jr.

2009-08-16T09:20:14Z

Marcel: /* Related Articles */

The '''C19 Bob Terzuola Jr.''' is a smaller version of the [[C15 Bob Terzuola]]. The C19 was introduced in 1993, originally with aluminum handles. In 1994 [[G-10]] were used. The C19 was discontinued in 1999, the same year the [[C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate]] was introduced.

==Appearance in catalogs==

The C19 Bob Terzuola Jr. appeared in the following [http://www.spydie.nl/catalogs/ catalogs]:
* 1993 Spyderco Products
* 1994 Spyderco Products
* 1997 Spyderco Products
* 1998 Spyderco Products

==Designer==

[[Robert "Bob" Terzuola]] designed the [[C15 Bob Terzuola]].

The smaller size C19 design was done by Spyderco ([[Sal Glesser]] and [[Vince Ford]]).

[[Bob Terzuola Makers mark]]

==History, mentionings from the forums etc.==

==Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web==

Not listed.

==Variations==

The C19 Bob Terzuola Jr. is made in the U.S.A. and has:
* [[Walker Liner Lock]]
* [[Drop Point Blade]]

{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''[[SKU]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Handle]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Edge|Edge(s)]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Steel]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[From/To]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[MSRP]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Note]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Number made]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Grind]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Clip positions]]'''
{{Tableheading}}'''[[Collectors club]]'''
|-
|valign="top" |C19P
|valign="top" |Black Aluminum (6061-T6)
|valign="top" |[[PE]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |1993
|valign="top" |115.95$ (1993)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]], [[LH]] versions were available by special order
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C19PS
|valign="top" |Black Aluminum (6061-T6)
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |1993
|valign="top" |115.95$ (1993)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]], [[LH]] versions were available by special order
|valign="top" |
|-
|valign="top" |C19GPS
|valign="top" |Black [[G-10]]
|valign="top" |[[PS]]
|valign="top" |[[ATS-34]]
|valign="top" |1994-1998
|valign="top" |115.95$ (1994), 124.95$ (1998)
|valign="top" |
|valign="top" |N/A
|valign="top" |[[Hollow]]
|valign="top" |Metal
|valign="top" |[[RH]], [[TD/TU]], [[LH]] versions were available by special order
|valign="top" |
|}

==[[Most collectible variation]]==

===Questions regarding collecting the C19===

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

Questions with an answer:

==Technical information==

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C19 Bob Terzuola Jr.:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C19
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|align="right"|
|-
|align="right"|C19GPS
|align="right"|159mm
|align="right"|89mm
|align="right"|70mm
|align="right"|67mm
|align="right"|11mm
|align="right"|3.2mm
|align="right"|68g
|}

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C19 Bob Terzuola Jr.:
{|{{Articletable}}
{{Tableheading}}'''Variation'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length overall'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length closed'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length blade'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Length edge'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Hole Ø'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Blade thickness'''
{{Tableheading}}'''Weight'''
|-
|align="right"|C19
|align="right"|6 1/4"
|align="right"|
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|-
|align="right"|C19GPS
|align="right"|6 1/4"
|align="right"|3 1/2"
|align="right"|2 3/4"
|align="right"|2 5/8"
|align="right"|7/16"
|align="right"|1/8"
|align="right"|2.5oz
|}

==References==

<references/>

==Weblinks==

==Related Articles==

* [[C15 Bob Terzuola]]
* [[C55 Bob Terzuola Starmate]]
* [[C131 Terzuola Slipit]]

== Pictures ==

==Categories==

[[Category:Knives]]
[[Category:Folding knives]]
[[Category:ClipIts]]