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==History, mentionings from the forums etc.== | ==History, mentionings from the forums etc.== | ||
* [https://forum.spyderco.com/viewtopic.php?t= | * [https://forum.spyderco.com/viewtopic.php?t=84339 Updated Dive Probe / Assist Salt hybrid?], posted by forum member ''C_Claycomb'' | ||
* [https://forum.spyderco.com/viewtopic.php?t=95405 The Pre-Diver, Dive Probe, and Mini-Probe!], posted by forum member ''Candyman'' | * [https://forum.spyderco.com/viewtopic.php?t=95405 The Pre-Diver, Dive Probe, and Mini-Probe!], posted by forum member ''Candyman'' | ||
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* A [[Sheepsfoot Blade]] | * A [[Sheepsfoot Blade]] | ||
* A line cutter incorporated in the spine of the blade. | * A line cutter incorporated in the spine of the blade. | ||
* A ten inch long | * A ten inch long handle that incorporated, a ruler-type scale of mm and inches, a drying vent and a prying tip. | ||
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==Related== | ==Related== | ||
* [[2001 Pre Diver]] | |||
* [[2003 Mini Probe]] | |||
==Categories== | ==Categories== | ||
Latest revision as of 03:07, 18 September 2024
The 2002 Dive Probe, also known as the 'Divers Probe', 'SCUBA Probe' or 'Probe' was a Spyderco diving tool.
Appearance in catalogs
The 2002 Dive Probe appeared in the following catalogs:
Designer
History, mentionings from the forums etc.
- Updated Dive Probe / Assist Salt hybrid?, posted by forum member C_Claycomb
- The Pre-Diver, Dive Probe, and Mini-Probe!, posted by forum member Candyman
Information from The Spyderco Story book
2002 Dive Probe
In 1989 the SCUBA Probe, Model 2002, emerged. It had a body slightly over 10 inches long, the same blade as the previous model, and weight almost 14 ounces. Instead of a snap it feature a small eye at one end for attachment of a lanyard. Blade magazine gave this model its “1989 Imported Design Knife of the Year” Award.[1]
Variations
The 2002 Dive Probe is made in Japan and features:
- A Sheepsfoot Blade
- A line cutter incorporated in the spine of the blade.
- A ten inch long handle that incorporated, a ruler-type scale of mm and inches, a drying vent and a prying tip.
| SKU | Handle | Edge(s) | Steel | From/To | MSRP | Note | Number made | Grind | Clip | Clip positions | Collectors club |
| 2002 | Stainless Steel | SE | 440C | 1988-1991 | ~1000 | Sabre grind | NA | NA | Main |
Most collectible variation
Any 2002 Dive Probe in decent condition would be considered collectible.
Questions regarding collecting the 2002
Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:
Questions with an answer:
Technical information
Measurements (mm and grams) of the 2002 Dive Probe:
| Variation | Length overall | Length closed | Length blade | Length edge | Hole Ø | Blade thickness | Weight |
| 2002 | 346mm | 260mm | 95mm | ~396g |
Measurements (inches and ounces) of the 2002 Dive Probe:
| Variation | Length overall | Length closed | Length blade | Length edge | Hole Ø | Blade thickness | Weight |
| 2002 | 13.625" | 10.25" | 3.75" | ~14oz |
References
- ↑ The 2002 Dive Probe described in the book 'The Spyderco Story - the new shape of sharp', by Kenneth T. Delavigne (2000), page 38.
