C15 Bob Terzuola

In 1990 Spyderco started with the Bob Terzuola the Collaboration models. Besides this the C15 was the first Clipit with Linerlock (maybe even the first production knife with ball bearing detent), clip position for tip up/down and is said to be Spyderco's first domestic US production. Blade is a modified drop-point with an obtuse angle of 70°. Handle color is black, with Lanyard hole. The old Standard clip with three screws is used. It is said, that the first 1000 pieces had the insignias chemically etched on either side of the blade, thereafter all blades were engraved.

Appearance in catalogs

The Bob Terzuola appears in the 1993 product guide, the 1994 product guide, the 1997 product guide

Designer

Robert Terzuola, a custom knife maker in USA; his logo is a Mayan dragonhead.

History, mentionings etc. from the forums

A small information from Sal Glesser posted on the Spyderco forums:

Bob T was the inspiration for Spyderco to do custom collaborations.

Information from the Spyderco product guide

From the 1993 product guide:

"Robert Terzuola has gained the respect of his peers for his efficient high strenght designs that reflect a subtle military flavor. Our American-made CLIPIT showcases his 15 plus year experience as a master designer and knife maker. The modified drop-point blade is made of ATS-34 steel and pivots between high-lubricity nylon bushings to ensure glassy smooth action. Scales are secured with high-tensile allen screw. The clothing clip may be mounted to carry the knife tip up or tip down, and a Linerlock secures the blade in an open or closed position."

Variations

The following variations of the Bob Terzuola are known; all are made in U.S.A.:

SKU	Handle	Edge	Steel	From/To	MSRP	Note	Number made	Grind	Clip	Clip positions	Collectors club
C15P	6061-T6 aluminum black, bead blasted	PE	ATS-34	1990-1993	149,95$	N/A	N/A	Full Flat grind	3- screw old standard clip	Right hand, tip-up/down	N/A
C15PS	6061-T6 aluminum black, bead blasted	PS	ATS-34	1990-1993	149,95$	N/A	N/A	Full Flat grind	3- screw old standard clip	Right hand, tip-up/down	N/A
C15P	6061-T6 aluminum black, bead blasted	PE	ATS-34	1990-1993	149,95$	finger cutouts on scales	N/A	Full Flat grind	3- screw old standard clip	Right hand, tip-up/down	N/A
C15PS	6061-T6 aluminum black, bead blasted	PS	ATS-34	1990-1993	149,95$	finger cutouts on scales	N/A	Full Flat grind	3- screw old standard clip	Right hand, tip-up/down	N/A
C15P	6061-T6 aluminum black, bead blasted	PE	ATS-34	1990-1993	149,95$	finger cutouts on scales, scales stamped with "USA Made"	N/A	Full Flat grind	3- screw old standard clip	Right hand, tip-up/down	N/A
C15PS	6061-T6 aluminum black, bead blasted	PS	ATS-34	1990-1993	149,95$	finger cutouts on scales, scales stamped with "USA Made"	N/A	Full Flat grind	3- screw old standard clip	Right hand, tip-up/down	N/A
C15GPS	black G-10	PS	ATS-34	1994-1997	149,95$	engraving "Golden, Colorado, USA" under the Spyderco Logotype on blade, right- and left-hand version (first 3500 knives have individual serial numbers)	N/A	Full Flat grind	3- screw old standard clip	Right hand, tip-up/down	N/A

Most collectible variation

The C15P first run numbered (from the first generation model).

Questions regarding collecting the Bob Terzuola

Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:

• Were there ever generations 1-3 availaible in right- and left-hand versions?
• How many were made of the different variations?

Technical information

Typical measurements (mm and grams) of the C15 Bob Terzuola:

SKU	Length overall	Length closed	Hole Ø	Blade length	Cutting edge	Blade thickness	Weight
C15	?	?	?	89	?	?	?
C15G	197	110	12	86	81	3,2	96

Typical measurements (Inches and ounces) of the C15 Bob Terzuola:

SKU	Length overall	Length closed	Hole Ø	Blade length	Cutting edge	Blade thickness	Weight
C15	?	?	?	3 1/2	?	?	?
C15G	7 3/4	4 5/16	15/32	3 3/8	3 3/16	1/8	3,4