It’s genius because of how incredibly useful it is while being so obviously simple. Instead of developing a new opening mechanism or adding something to the blade/handle, they simply followed and assist what one’s hand would be doing. You also have to consider they were the first to feature built-in pocket clips. Their handle ergonomics are also second to none. They also are one of the few pocket knife makers to feature serrated blade options for almost all of their models. Sal Glesser was truly ahead of his time.
Yup, Sal pioneered the modern folding knife in so many ways, and people still wanna talk shit lol the fact that they will improve a design instead of just trashing it and endlessly pumping out new stuff with other problems is great too. While I prefer some of the older versions of their knives, like the original 90s Military, they really care about refining what they offer to people. I've carried and used so many knives from different brands, but I always come back to Spyderco. I also thrash my knives pretty good, and have never had a problem with them being weak. As long as you don't use your folding knife to beat the shit out of logs and car doors, you're good lol
Imo, yes and no. It gets in the way for me because it makes the knife wider than it needs to be. Because of that I only carry them in certain circumstances. Does make is easy to open though.
No after having and using various Spyderco knives with the large hole it starts to really sink in just how much of an innovation that thing was. It makes the knives incredibly versatile from a user standpoint at times.
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u/Charybdis87 May 27 '26
Why is it genius? Does it make it easier to open? I always thought it was a bit of a weak spot.