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Delica 4, Black FRN Handle, ComboEdge

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I have a spyderco delica 4 knife which is the best knife i have ever owned. I bought the top of the line version which cost more than this model they are selling on amazon, you can easily order one online just like i did, it is the ZDP-189 model. Get the ZDP-189 delica 4 model, you spend more but you wont regret it because you are getting one of the best blades ever.
Here this will help you choose your knives:

8Cr13MoV, a Chinese stainless steel tempered at the Rc56 to Rc58 range and used in the Tenacious, Persistence, and Byrd lines of knives.

9Cr18Mo a higher end Chinese stainless steel used mostly in high end barbering scissors and surgical tools.

440C, a stainless steel, known for corrosion resistance and ease of sharpening.

ATS-55, a performance stainless steel similar to ATS-34 with the molybdenum reduced, used only by Spyderco for knife steels until the early 2000s [16]

AUS-6

AUS-8

AUS-10, a Japanese stainless steel series made by Aichi with the same carbon content as 440C but with slightly less chromium.

BG-42, a high performance stainless steel formulated for ball bearings, often compared to ATS-34, which has similar properties.

D2, a high performance tool steel that has 1 percent less chromium than required to classify as stainless steel. Spyderco uses CPM's version of D2, which is a particle metallurgy ("powdered") version, not wrought. CPM-D2 is found in a sprint run version of the Military model.

G2, aka GIN-1. A Hitachi-made low cost stainless steel comparable to, but softer than, AUS-8. Generally hardened in the mid to high Rc 50s. A tough, corrosion-resistant steel.

GIN-2

H-1, a rust-proof steel, ideal for marine applications, because it substitutes nitrogen for carbon. Sharpens easily, scratches easily, and has good edge retention.

MBS-26: A Japanese [stainless] steel, very fine grained with high corrosion resistance used in the Catcherman and in most kitchen knives by Spyderco.

N690CO, an Austrian stainless steel hardened to the high Rc50 range. Currently found in Spyderco's Hossom knives and the recently disco'd Italian-made Volpe.

CPM S30V steel an American powder-metallurgy, high-carbide steel developed for the cutlery market.[17]

S60V, (aka 440V, aka CPMT440V) A modern American super-steel that is wear resistant, but difficult to sharpen.

S90V (aka 420V), similar to Crucible's S60V but designed to be more wear resistant with a very high carbide volume and high vanadium content. S90V was featured in a sprint run of Spyderco's Military in 2008.

VG-10[18], a Japanese super-steel developed for the horticulture industry by Takefu, often hardened around the Rc60 range. Reported to have better corrosion resistance but less edge retention than S30V.

ZDP-189, a premium Japanese powdered super-steel made by Hitachi, hardened into the mid & upper Rc 60s, with very high carbide volume

Got my new delica the other day. While it's the exact same model number as my edc (every day carry) delica I got years ago, with the exact same model number, there are differences.

Here is a pic of my older Delica: [...]( with no blackened blade and note the two silver studs ).

First thing I noticed was the slightly extra heft and the extra silver "studs". The handle is slightly longer - by approximately 3/4", but it all disappers into your pocket anyway. Blade length is the same (legal < 3" -- 2 7/8" blade). Looking at the blade from the top you can see it's thicker farther out to the tip than the older delica, which most of the extra heft is from. There is also serrations on the blade for your thumb to rest / purchase on during a sawing motion hold - top rearward portion of the blade, just rearward of the opening hole. The top of the black handle has east west serrations for grip also on the newer delica - a little more than 1.5" back from the forward end. And the blade has the spyderco bug symbol on the blade's LH side forward of the hole. Blade profile side view is also less pointed on the newer version - thicker toward the point end. Handle grip "checkering" is different also. You can kind of see the hex head on one side of the silver studs in the knivesplus pic.

All changes are improvements over the older model imo and add to the utility and ruggedness of this folder.

I'd have to say I'm a bit of a knife guy. I have many folders that I carry on a regular basis I have some favorites from Kershaw, Gerber & Camillus. By far I own a higher ratio of Spyderco products than any other. A few reasons, the quality, material and customer service. When ever needed they will sharpen your blade at no charge [just $5 return postage]. I like this latest version of the Delica. It is just the right size to be taken seriously as a knife and of useful size to be an excellent general purpose blade. It is so light that after a bit you forget you even have it [almost got in a pinch with TSA a few times]. The grip design is super and nearly totally non-slip even when wet. I have had mine for nearly six years. This is also the standard-issue "guy-gift" I hand out as presents, never has anyone been unhappy with receiving one. The price seems to fluctuate between $48-$60, nonetheless it is a great blade you will use for years to come.

I have had a both the delica 3 and the delica 4 and they both are great edc knives. the only issue i had with the delica 3 was the pocket clip. The square metal clip was getting loose in the plastic handle. i guess from moving back and forth too much. this was corrected on the delica 4 clip which used 3 screws to hold the clip in place. overall great pocket knife that i would recommend to anyone wanting a light weight knife that is well made.

This model is perfect every day cary knife. I recommend serated as usual,staya sharp forever. The delica gleams quality , seki Japan steel ,the best like there Samuri swords. Quality through and through and the price is great .Its also easy for left or right handed to open . The holding clip you can choose the side you prefer the holding clip on . Not to big not too small . A plus

This was my first expensive knife. All the time I fooled around with walmart knifes $20 and they broke or something and I would throw them away and buy another one. I bought a special ops Smith and wesson at an army store, that knife came apart in like 6 months or less. Ok about the knife. First thing I did was put it to the test, I started shaving my arm hair and it shaved it off! I was happy right away cause I have never had a knife that sharp that could do that. Also I was opening a pack of water bottles, cutting the plastic wrap and I accidently slashed open a water bottle...after that moment I was really impressed and knew I had a good knife with me. All I can do now is warn people to becareful when they want to borrow it. Also when you open it be careful cause it can snap back closed and will cut you. I open it witout putting my fingers in the path that it closes, common sense. Well if you are reading this review, do reviews on this or any other products because its what makes this work. I use to get lazy and not do them but I realized that there are people out there that help us by reviewing so the least you can do is help them by doing a review.

I don't like serrated blades so I got the one with plane blade. The best description word I can give is "perfect". Everyone loves this knife and envies me when they see it. It stays very comfortable in my hand and feels just like it was specially designed for me. I definitely recommend it as an everyday companion knife and as a great easy to use tool.

I've had my Delica for about a month now and I love it. It's the perfect size and weight. Seems like a great FMA knife. I'm a Spyderco fan now.

I've had this knife a short time but love it. It's a good size for my pocket and feels comfortable in my hand which was a concern since I have large hands. Sturdy and sharp right out of the box. I would highly recommend this knife to anyone looking that doesn't mind spending a little extra for quality.