Spyderco kapara cqi changes Aug 15, 2019 · They must have fallen down the back of the shelves at Spyderco HQ or something but whatever the case was I am super grateful for the Spyderco Crew to find some for me. They made a CQI to the Ikuchi and Kapara to also give them the pivot bushing. And oh man was it premium. Search Ez556 Member Posts: 522 Joined: Wed Nov 21, 2018 2:16 am. I may be getting a few. It is certainly not new (it doesn't have the CQI changes made a few years ago). The Caribbean won't drop shut like them until it receives the CQI change as well. Then I pulled it out of my knife drawer and the action's actually pretty good. Aug 1, 2021 · I am in need of some help reassembling my CQI Kapara. Apr 29, 2016 · Apparently the lefty millie could be brought out quickest because the only parts that would require retooling would be the ones which have had CQI changes since the last lefty millie. This latest run, CQI, has a date code of 'HS' on it (Aug. 35 posts 1; 2; Next; neuronic Member Posts: 63 Jan 29, 2011 · Here are my thoughts on the Kapara the mailman delivered to me yesterday. May 27, 2020 · I don't recall this CQI on the Techno 2 ever being announced publicly but announcing CQI changes is not something I've ever seen Spyderco do regularly. Price is not known as of yet. It is one of their better business practices that really makes me attracted to them as a brand. Nov 8, 2020 · Both are relatively new (bought within the last two months), sparingly carried, and used lightly. S30V blade is very adequate and very slicey, and the carbon fiber scales are absolutely beautiful and comfortable in hand. Jan 3, 2013 · The kind folks over at Flytanium decided to make Yojimbo 2 scales. be/xECQ1_ySisM Jan 31, 2021 · The CQI version started popping up around that date. Detent is perfection and drops shut with zero friction. I have the boxes for both knives. 45 posts Feb 5, 2015 · Well, with the Kapara being my favourite Spyderco knife (even beats my beloved delica) I am curious whether there are any news about new versions / runs? Lil Kapara and Kapara Slippy are supposed to be somewhere in the future (I'd love a Magnacut slipjoint Kapara) May 24, 2021 · Welcome to the forum! It is hard to be certain from a few pictures, but it looks fake to me. Kapara CQI. Post by neuronic » Thu Oct 10, 2019 Mar 1, 2011 · When the Kapara was CQI'd I was tempted to sell my original one and get the new one. Own: SpyOpera, Kapara, AEB-L Urban, Techno 2, Cat, S30V Dragonfly 2, REC Lil Native, St. Is the Kapara CQI discontinued? I can’t find it anywhere No, i don’t think so. The downside is, parts don't always interchange even on the same model since rolling changes happen whenever they are needed. Search; Kapara CQI. Jan 26, 2016 · One example of what I mean. Post by neuronic » Thu Oct 10, 2019 8:12 pm . The knife is gorgeous but the cf scales seem alot slimmer then they do in the photos. Here are my thoughts on the Kapara the mailman delivered to me yesterday. 35 posts 1; 2; Next; neuronic Member Posts: 63 Joined: Sun Oct 14, 2018 10:33 am Spyderco General Discussion. Apr 21, 2013 · EDC Rotation: PITS, Damasteel Urban, Shaman, Ikuchi, Amalgam, CruCarta Shaman, Sage 5 LW, Serrated Caribbean Sheepsfoot CQI, XHP Shaman, M4/Micarta Shaman, 15v Shaman Mar 2, 2023 · I was not aware that there is a CQI CF/G10 Sage5 and I don’t consider the “pivot bushing” a CQI anyway , I’d rather have PB washers in my folders. Feb 5, 2015 · Well, with the Kapara being my favourite Spyderco knife (even beats my beloved delica) I am curious whether there are any news about new versions / runs? Lil Kapara and Kapara Slippy are supposed to be somewhere in the future (I'd love a Magnacut slipjoint Kapara) Feb 19, 2022 · Okay, In just a few short months the kapara has darn near taken over most of my non-work pocket time BUT I’m not interested in losing/beatering it in the yard, foraging/hiking, river trips, working on the vehicles etc so I’d like to pick up a “beater” kapara. Here's a comparison video from beginning of Sept 2019, you can see the difference. This is a perfect solution since tanto’s don’t seem to sell very well according to Spyderco. I'll be 64 next month, got my first good knife as a present in 1966, a Case Stockman. Mar 2, 2023 · I was not aware that there is a CQI CF/G10 Sage5 and I don’t consider the “pivot bushing” a CQI anyway , I’d rather have PB washers in my folders. Both function comparable to the CQI versions. 2019). Unfortunately, I lost it about a dozen years later (the only knife I ever lost), and replaced Jun 19, 2022 · Well, with the Kapara being my favourite Spyderco knife (even beats my beloved delica) I am curious whether there are any news about new versions / runs? Lil Kapara and Kapara Slippy are supposed to be somewhere in the future (I'd love a Magnacut slipjoint Kapara) "The Kapara is based on Australian custom knifemaker Alistair Phillips’ popular “Redback” folder design. If you’re already making those changes, why not go for a full on Salt version? It also fits in nicely with the designer’s vision of an EDC folder that works well for food prep. 45 posts I also like the Kapara design more and more. I have the same problem with the “CQI” Kapara. I just reviewed it with one of our engineers and confirmed that we have NOT made any internal CQI changes to the Manix 2 Lightweight (Salt or others). I have a first run Kapara. Jun 6, 2020 · The Golden models have a pivot bushing, which the Caribbean doesn't have. Post by Ez556 » Fri Oct 11, 2019 1: Nov 10, 2024 · The Blade. Jan 26, 2022 · All of the boxes have a date code printed on them. (Which I personally prefer. Aug 3, 2021 · austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe Spyderco Forums. Both of the knives I've mentioned have had the detents improved and ceramic detent balls added. I’ve taken it apart for the first time for maintenance etc, and I’m having an awfully frustrating time getting it back together. Nov 5, 2017 · On the other hand these rolling changes lessen the value of the pre-CQI models. For example, a collector might be willing to pay a little bit extra for a BNIB S30V PM2 or Para 3 because they’ve since been replaced by S45VN. But this was my first true premium spyderco. . carl @tbdoc4kids @Manixguy@1994 @SteveMidwest Kristi Apr 21, 2020 · The spydiechef fit the bill perfectly, and the newest cqi had just released. Nick Shabazz did a disassembly video of the cqi version. I don’t play with my folders and most of my “pivot bushing” folders have lateral blade play that I can’t fix. Lo_Que, loadedquestions135 I The P'KAL "The world of edges has a small doorway in, but opens into a cavern that is both wide and deep. They will have hand signed cases. 45 posts Apr 21, 2020 · SpyOpera cqi when. Sep 24, 2020 · Is the Kapara CQI discontinued? I can’t find it anywhere No, i don’t think so. The CQI Kapara actually has a "removable" pivot bushing, unlike the bushing on the PM2 that is pressed into the blade. com/2k1kmMy Pa May 13, 2021 · JRinFL Member Posts: 6149 Joined: Wed Nov 18, 2015 4:30 pm Location: Unfashionable West End of the Galaxy (SE USA) Feb 21, 2019 · Hoping to find out more on Kapara restock soon, and what if any CQI is taking place. 58” (91mm) long, with a 3. While I was there I entered the Kapara in the Best Production Knife category at the show and what do you know it won!! austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 505 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 505 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 505 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 505 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe Mar 21, 2022 · JD Spydo Member Posts: 23666 Joined: Wed Sep 29, 2004 1:53 am Location: Blue Springs, Missouri austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 500 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe The CQI Kapara actually has a "removable" pivot bushing, unlike the bushing on the PM2 that is pressed into the blade. Said it just reinforced it's "gem" status. There may have been a run in between those two, but I don't think so, and it would not have been a CQI version. Post by Ez556 » Fri Oct 11 Spyderco General Discussion. Jan 22, 2019 · I haven’t had time to watch the video yet but I fully support this Tanto idea. Spyderco Kapara. @abbazaba @capt. Any guidance as to what I may be doing wrong would be an absolute life saver. Oct 28, 2020 · Hey guys I recently bought a new Spyderco Kapara after a long wait for them to restock. Post by Ez556 » Fri Oct 11, 2019 1: Spyderco General Discussion. The upside is, their products get better all the time. Unfortunately, I lost it about a dozen years later (the only knife I ever lost Discuss Spyderco's products and history. Today, we'll take a look at and inside the updated Spyderco Kapara, featuring one major change, which makes a major difference in the action, a bushing-based pivot system, making this gem This is the updated CQI version - The Kapara is based on Australian custom knifemaker Alistair Phillips popular Redback folder design. The CQIs many of us might be interested in would be design changes (like putting a bushing in a pivot, changing back-lock spring tension, grind or HT changes , etc). Or it could actually increase the collector value because it’s the original version that is no longer being made. With Amazon's policies and practices someone may have returned a fake and they passed it on to you. This knife is in beautiful shape, with perfect centering and terrific compression lock action. Serious inquiry only please. 45 posts Jul 28, 2023 · When the Kapara was CQI'd I was tempted to sell my original one and get the new one. Forum rules. com/26cwoShop Going Gear - https://shrsl. Post by Ez556 » Fri Oct 11, 2019 1: Kapara CQI. Jan 26, 2016 · On the other hand these rolling changes lessen the value of the pre-CQI models. Reply reply The Kapara is based on Australian custom knifemaker Alistair Phillips’ popular “Redback” folder design. May 13, 2021 · JRinFL Member Posts: 6149 Joined: Wed Nov 18, 2015 4:30 pm Location: Unfashionable West End of the Galaxy (SE USA) austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 505 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe May 20, 2020 · I have come to the conclusion that the Kapara, with an LC200N blade and grippy G10, or FRN, scales, would be pretty much my ideal EDC. Initially when the CQI issue occurred, many were deterred from the knife because of the washers potentially grinding the blade action. ) Jul 16, 2022 · So you will know, Spyderco practices CQI - Constant Quality Improvement. 25 posts 1; 2; Next; Abyss_Fish Member Posts: 811 Sep 5, 2019 · I am pretty sure that most changes would not be related to actual design changes, but rather process changes to get certain steps done faster/cheaper/with less variation etc. k. 0mm) thick, and this knife has a true full flat grind from the edge bevel all the way up to the spine. I also have a second run Sage 5. If I sold it today it would bring less than a CQI Kapara. link/2VmYv2AShop BHQ - https://shrsl. A little background first. They have mentioned some CQI changes on a select few occasions but other than that its usually just done behind the scenes. Nick Shabazz just did a disassembly video showing that: https://youtu. " Nov 24, 2023 · Before this gets too far along, I'd like to correct this information. It’s pretty popular and spyderco just can’t meet the demand. Well, I’m very glad I did. I’ve felt for a long time that there was a hole in Spyderco’s linup with no Tanto blade offering. I had never tried putting titanium scales on one of my knives before so when these popped up at Warriors and Wonders I thought I’d give them a try. 118” (3. Discuss Spyderco's products and history. I was curious if anyone had taken apart the new Smock and could confirm if it recieved the same CQI as the Kapara did. Spyderco General Discussion. Post by Ez556 » Fri Oct 11 Oct 14, 2018 · Kapara CQI. Jan 3, 2013 · Seems a new batch of Paysans is dropping with some cqi as per a post on Peters Facebook page: “If anyone is interested in the updated paysan from spyderco. com/28zd2Shop GPK - https://shrsl. The spine of the blade is relatively thin for its length at only 0. 2018. It's not worth hassle and extra money. It would also sell for less than a newer CQI Sage 5. All of the boxes have a date code printed on them. I’d guess similar to last run. Search; Kapara. The first run, has a date code of 'JR' on it, which is Oct. Jun 27, 2010 · I recently received a third Sliverax from Paul, and in another thread he mentioned that the bearing race/tang of the blade near the race that was originally exposed has been changed and/or milled less so that the bearings are not exposed when looking at the end of the knife when closed. Oct 19, 2019 · What was changed with the cqi? They added a pivot bushing for a better free dropping close. We see it in so many models, constantly changing, constantly getting better. It wasn't my first experience with spyderco, I had won a black combo edge delica in a raffle, but I promptly sold it as it was a tad too murdery. Wait for the another batch drop. I noticed in video reviews and pictures the handle appeared alot more thick rounded and contoured, in person it looks alot more flat and subtle. Great ergonomics, really useful blade shape, awesome blade to handle ratio, slim design, great compression lock action. Everything has been cleaned, and none of the components appear to be damaged in Nov 5, 2017 · On the other hand these rolling changes lessen the value of the pre-CQI models. Named after an Australian spider with a distinctive red stripe along the back of its abdomen, Spyderco’s Kapara (another name fo Spyderco is all about CQI. Rivers Edge Cutlery just got some Kaparas in stock. It was clearly the one. Oct 19, 2022 · I think I speak for many when I say that Spyderco needs to do a sprint run of the Gayle Bradley Spyderco Advocate C214TIP with the titanium handles. Posted by Unknown on 29th Dec 2022 Top self Spyderco! If you like to thumb flick your knives, you will love the action. Kapara is a great knife and deserves to become a classic Spyderco. They completely change the look and feel of this knife. Post by neuronic » Thu Oct 10, 2019 Spyderco General Discussion. They can just use the para 2 tooling and change the blade grind. 35 posts 1; 2; Next; neuronic Kapara CQI. - Matt a. Jun 25, 2021 · austrian_spyder_fan Member Posts: 505 Joined: Wed Jun 17, 2020 5:57 pm Location: Austria / Europe May 20, 2020 · I have come to the conclusion that the Kapara, with an LC200N blade and grippy G10, or FRN, scales, would be pretty much my ideal EDC. There seems to be a big demand for a lefty millie now, but the PM2 is currently so popular, I think a lefty PM2 would sell even quicker than a millie Jun 26, 2021 · Spyderco General Discussion. Nick’s Lil Native, V-Toku2 Meerkat, McBee, Cruwear Delica. 42” (87mm) long cutting edge. Named after an Australian spider with a distinctive red stripe along the back of its abdomen, Spyderco’s Kapara (another name for the same redback spider) faithfully replicates Phillips’ distinctive style and craftsmanship, as well as the signature red backspacer of his custom knife. Re: Kapara CQI. Shop DLT Trading - https://dlt. I touched up edges on both with a Sharpmaker fine ceramic rod, but that's it. With that said, I've never heard anyone say anything good about the use of 420J2 steel used to protect the ZDP-189 core. let me know and I can start a small list. Spyderco Forums. The Kapara’s blade measures 3. Oct 13, 2019 · Discuss Spyderco's products and history. a. Search Advanced search. gmab uarm vpf cwzadktnw lsavrp hmutjcl cmhopaup gqv fkhp gqzjtk