Spyderco UK Penknife Drop Point 18

I’ve Previously purchased a Spyderco Urban Red Heinnie Edition and a Spyderco UKPK Cobalt Blue SPY27 both of which have had G10 scales and are really nice knives so this is my third Spyderco UK legal carry although my first drop point blade.  I do like the UK Penknife (UKPK) I would like to have been able to get a Heinnie Haynes Spyderco UK Penknife G10 Drop Point but these have been sold out for some time. This version has a CTS BD1N drop point, flat ground blade, which I really like and came “out of the box” very sharp. I’m not however so impressed with the fibreglass reinforced nylon (FRN) scales, I know they’re designed to be light weight but they just feel like cheap plastic too me. I have now purchased some Titech Heinnie Titanium handle scales for an additional £50, they make the knife look and feel a much higher quality, it does makes the knife slightly heavier, but I don’t mind that. Finally, It also doesn’t have the full-length back spring as found in my other two Spyderco knives. I know it’s cheaper than my other Spyderco knives but not that much cheaper.

A nice knife for EDC . The usual Spyderco sharpness. An easy one hand open and positive blade position when opened. A keeper, enough blade length to grallock a deer if you forget your fixed blade! Pleased with my purchase.

Very pleased with the purchase, my first Spyderco knife. Very well made, light and comfortable to hold with the very easy one handed opening. Have just brought some new carbon fibre scales from VP in Devon, not that there is any problem with the originals, just to customise my knife.

Having used the pocket knife for over a year now, I can confidently say it's been a reliable companion. Straight out of the box, it came razor-sharp and has retained its edge fairly well. I chose this as it is legal for carry in the UK. However, I don't always take it over my swiss army knife as it's appearance can be more intimidating. Nonetheless, its durability and cutting performance make it a solid choice for everyday carry.

For some years I have had the OKPK with the signature Spyderco leaf shaped knife and recently bought the Heinnie version with the drop point blade, which is very impressive. I recommend this design as it fits the hand well and works well. So worrying that I might misplace this collectors item I have bought this version and the separate titanium scales to customise this model. This now works in every way!

Really nicely made, lightweight and ultra sharp. Also really like the drop point blade shape on the UKPK - highly recommend for a daily carry.

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If I hadn’t bought this from H/H I would have thought it was a cheap Chinese rip off, for a knife that cost £80 unbelievably disappointing, the handle feels like a cheap plastic toy (frn) I have several victorinox which knock the spots off this for build quality. Also purchased a couple of lock knives from HH one of which is the rat D2 (locking) which quality wise knocks the spots off this Spyderco, however I wanted something more uk legal & the ukpk does have good points, the design is excellent for a slip joint, & it is very light weight in the pocket, it’s also excellent for slicing, food etc I’d even say slightly better than my Opinel no8 (£9 knife) I did wait a while to see if the H/H version of this was ever coming back in stock I’m sure the handle quality is better, in general, would I buy another Spyderco,, No totally over priced & over rated,

One of my favourite edc knives, super lightweight yet feels sturdy and so good in hand, nice smooth opening and crisp snap shut.