Spyderco Shaman Stainless Folding Knife 18

I’ve wanted one for ages & took advantage of HH’s discounted Christmas promotion. It arrived 2 days later in the period between Christmas & New Year - fair play HH. The knife itself - good action, sharp out of the box and so on. However, here is where I relate how the Shaman interacts with me. I find the handle a little too light, slim and smooth. Likely against the backdrop of my own physicality, but there it is. I’ll go in search of some chunkier, grippier aftermarket scales to facilitate the knife feeling fuller in my hand. Presently, it feels too ‘gappy’ when I want to really work hard with it and for something that has cost me a small fortune, of course that must be a point off demerit. Let the hunt for replacement scales commence - any advice, HeinnieHaynes?

Beast of a Spyderco, will definately consider purchasing in the future. I did return. Only on the basis the 1 tiny thing, that down to preference a lot of people wouldnt see an issue, and isnt really, just the nub on the blade catches your thumb upon closing. Depending on your hand size it may not be noticeable, i have quite big hands, so the 'Shaman' itself would be perfect. Its one of those knives you think straight away as you get it out of the box. You can tell where your moneys gone. Its really robust, large and very well made.

The Spiderco shaman stainless grey knife well made and super sharp out of the box well done yet again to spiderco and fantastic service from Hennie thanks

Always been interested in knives but never owned one. Had my heart set on a TRC apocalypse but my head, surprisingly, said overkill. I recently managed to see and handle a few modern folders in the flesh so hope that qualifies my review. The stonewashed blade is beautiful and the reflections make it appear like glass. Not sure how this is done but it's appreciated. Blade centering was slightly off but not enough to worry about. Action after several hours of play is loosening up. It's been smooth throughout. Nice detent. The handle is the star of the show - very nicely finished and speaks of a premium product, which it is. The contours and patternation herein, to me, make the G10 look almost like carbon fibre. Maybe not, but it really does look and also feel great. The knife literally disappears in your hand in a number of positions with no hotspots to speak of. In conclusion, I am feeling quite proud and also a bit lucky to call this my first knife. 5 stars from me.

This is my first Spyderco Shaman, replacing a long line of Natives, I always liked the style of the Native but often thought that it would nice if it was a bit larger? Initially I was looking at purchasing a Native Chief for it’s longer blade but after reading a couple of reviews about how slender and delicate the Native Chief’s blade is I opted to go for the heavier bladed Chief. It’s only been in my pocket for a week and I already love it so much more than my old Natives! Perfect ergonomics, razor sharp blade and Spyderco’s legendary build quality, I really couldn’t be happier with my choice.

If you like the native then you’ll love it’s bigger brother,great heinnie service