Weird spyderco question

CQC-7 · **on:** October 03, 2010, 05:38:23 PM

Im looking into getting a Gen 4 Delica. I have the older model and it is a good blade. However, the thing that I like least about that knife is that its opening and closing action is slow and not all that smooth. Can anyone tell me if the Gen 4 is any smoother, faster, or easier to open? I know that the Gen 4 has bronze washers and I thought maybe that helped but I dont know and I havent handled one yet.

Woz · **Reply #1 on:** October 03, 2010, 08:31:17 PM

Well, you can perform the Spyderdrop, so it is fast. But if you prefer "normal" one hand opening it is one of the slower ones.

Zack · **Reply #2 on:** October 04, 2010, 03:28:58 AM

My gen 4 was pretty fast. Since its not pinned together you can take it apart and lube it a little better.

David · **Reply #3 on:** October 04, 2010, 04:37:05 AM

I have two D4Ws both are smooth and fast. You can adjust the pivot to your liking on a D4s. Of course my smooth and fast may not be up to your expections but it works for me.