FSB -- Spyderco Shaman: Like a Brand New Pair of Old Blue Jeans
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- "Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus, that a census be taken of all the inhabited earth. This was the first census taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. And everyone was on his way to register for the census, each to his own city. Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David, in order to register along with Mary, who was engaged to him, and was with child. While they were there, the days were completed for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. But the angel said to them, Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.' And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying,
'Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased.'
When the angels had gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds began saying to one another, 'Let us go straight to Bethlehem then, and see this thing that has happened which the Lord has made known to us.' So they came in a hurry and found their way to Mary and Joseph, and the baby as He lay in the manger. When they had seen this, they made known the statement which had been told them about this Child. And all who heard it wondered at the things which were told them by the shepherds. But Mary treasured all these things, pondering them in her heart. The shepherds went back, glorifying and praising God for all that they had heard and seen, just as had been told them."
-- Luke 2:1-20
Just got my second Shaman today (05/04/2023). Unlike my first one, this one came perfectly centered, had no blade movement and was drop shut out of the box. Loving it. 😊
My favorite folding knife. Dethroned my S110V PM2.
By far my favorite knife of 2017. I really had a hard time finding complaints when I reviewed it.
I gotta admit Rob, I like your longer reviews better. I almost feel like there was more you wanted to say about this knife. I know folks complained about the 20 minute reviews, but I enjoy them.
That's why love your reviews, always honest and tells how it is. Great video man....
It reminds me a great deal of the Gerber Gator. It's a pity Gerber refuses to properly update that design.
John Bowen Well it's Gerber so...
What would you want them to improve? 154cm is a very decent steel and the gator grip wouldn't work too good with a pocket clip.
Good god, the Gator premium is hideous
Mt. Baldwin . I agree completely. The Gerber gator is a fine piece of cutlery! The ONLY thing and I do mean only thing I would change would be to add textured g10 handles
No gerber is "a fine piece of cutlery". Trash brand.
I miss these from the sharpening bench videos
Which do you prefer, the Shaman or the Presidio II? Off of your handling of them. Thanks.
Finally, a folding knife review! It's been awhile.
Was thinking about when you would be reviewing the Shaman. Was also going to send one to see what you think of it. Glad you did one.
Thanks for a great review.I have been looking at these recently and can’t decide if I want to deal with that compression lock problem.
Nice review Rob! I can tell you really like this knife. I do too!
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Jesus is proud of you Rob.
Just got my Shaman back from the Apostle p sharpening service. Outstanding job. Anyone considering sending their knife to Rob for sharpening, do it. Money well spent. Thanks Rob.
Another great review Rob👍👌👏! I think if they fix the lock mechanism problem and offer some different material choices this knife could really be in the spyderco hall of fame some day. Definitely needs the improvements that you mentioned.
Can't argue with the self guard and the lack of flipability. Great knife though. Good review. Looking forward to seeing that ApostleP edge on my knife. Thanks Rob. Merry Christmas.
Love this knife!
Great honest and informative review Rob.
This knife has replaced the pm2 in my pocket more often than naught. I thought the pm2 would be my everyday carry... but the rusty stop pin after 3 months of use has my second guessing.
Thanks Rob. I very nearly fell in love - but your 3 hits were turn offs for me. I trust your judgement. I'm a righty which means that constant niggle on closing would irritate me. On a completely different subject - last year I found a Real Steel H5 Gerfalcon in Sandvik 14C28N . What an amazing knife for the price! Would love to see you do a review sometime. Look forward to more "From the Sharpening Bench" videos - and if you want to go back to the longer format I'm cool with that. Have a great 2018 :)
Which do you like best, Shaman or Presidio II ?
Great review! Do you see yourself picking one up?
I hope they do test out different handle materials to go with the eventual sprint runs.
Does spyderco ever redesign the handle on CQI updates of models? That large cutout for the compression lock has kept me from buying it so far.
I am going to pick one of these up. Merry Christmas to you to
Liking it. Got tons of potential.
Mine was delivered two weeks ago (United Kingdom) and I love it. Out of the box it was a little stiff but a really small backward turn of the pivot screw sorted it straight away. I added a small amount of light oil and opened/closed it repeatedly for about ten minutes resulting in completely smooth action. No blade play either up/down or side to side and now a 'free-dropper' too. So delighted am I with this purchase, I've given my PM2 to my son. Recommended 100%.......Merry Christmas Rob..:)
I know it's kind of a forgotten model but I think the Bradley 1 fills a similar role at a similar price. I know you have experience with both, which would get your money?
It doesn't fill any roll that my Manix 2 or PM2 couldn't handle. He stated that the Shaman has the small piece on the compression lock that interferes when closing, back spacer is unusual, and not ambi friendly. Also I was on the fence for some time, those reasons just helped my decision.
Damen0530 I rather have a nub smacking my finger from time-to-time... Knowing that it is there to prevent my finger from slipping off, which it does a fantastic job at. Also, I know a few people are annoyed with the "unflushed" back spacer. Honestly this knife feels just as good if not better than the pm2. The curved g10 is seductive and firm to the touch, the Knife God took 4 to 5 years creating this knife. To me the slight unflushness is to give you some traction at the end of the handle. But to each their own, I love this knife and call it the big papa of my pm2, manix 2.
Apostle P.... The Shaman or a Manix 2 with G10 and similar steel?
Warmachine_13 Now that’s a really good comparison. It’s the Shaman for me. Both a little bulky, but the Shaman gives you a little more strength for the bulk. Also, I prefer the compression lock to the ball bearing lock as a user interface, even as a lefty.
Lol flexing on us with the edge
I don't know man, my spyderco paramilitary 2 is the only knife I have that can latterly swing when holding the compression lock in and still have no blade play
It also looks like a native 5 just bigger but great vid
I like the rounded edges on the handle, especially compared to the PM2's hard, sharp handle edges.
Right...maybe when they come out with the new version, in a better steel and handle options.
Maybe.......
You have some calluses in interesting places on your hands sir. May I ask what you do?
Stuart Sharpe I sharpen knives for a living.
Merry Christmas!
Thanks P
Too bad they jacked up its price this year 😐
how do you satin g10?? im just messing with ya great vid like always
BeagleMaster64 Thanks! Actually, you sand it at an intermediate grit or bead blast it.
TheApostleP ohh didnt know well hey you learn something knew everyday! God bless you and your family!
You too!
I dont really buy a new knife unless the knife earns your blessing. Haha.
Your opinion matters to me, I make 4. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Now. I want that in cpm-m4 and carbon fibre :)
I LIKE TO CALL THE SHAMAN THE NATIVE 5 XL
I don’t like how not close smoothly.
Actually I count for more then 3 people myself because I'm a special snowflake. 😂
Great review, thanks!
The main thing that kept me from buying this knife is the badly flushed backspacer. Looks very rushed or something.
I think ALL knives can remind you of another knife in some respect..unless you get into the crazy art world or tactical stuff..form follows function..I have the CF version of the Shaman, and I think it’s just beautiful, and a S90V blade to boot...it’s the only Shaman I need or want..
I wanted to like it but it's a bit heavy and clunky for me. Reminds me of the benchmade Dejavoo in a way
To heavy for the butcher
Be cool if they make a left hand version👍
It is, move the clip
New2Kendo as a lefty I can tell you it's not really the same. If you ever get a chance to handle a left handed pm2 flip the clip around and give a go. It's fine but definitely not the same.
New2Kendo ever tried to close a compression lock knife left handed with your thumb? Its not very smooth or safe.
The profile is appealing......... The g10 scales look cheapo.
Love Spyderco Knives but IMO the compression lock is a fail. Would love to see this in a frame lock
I also really hate the three large holes drilled in the handle scales around both sides of the pivot for the pocket clip. Through these holes you can literally see the phosphor bronze washers underneath!!! These three holes will make it much easier for lots of extra pocket lint, dust/dirt to work it's way into the pivot and onto those washers. Besides all of that, the three pocket clip holes around the pivot on both sides make the knife look ugly in my opinion!!!
Thomas Connolly the holes are nessesary for tip up right and left hand, there are openings all over knives for stuff to creep in
I know that, it just seems to me that those three hole pattern for the pocket clip are drilled a little bit larger on the Shaman than what you seen normally on most Spyderco knives. I mean you can literally see the phosphor bronze washers underneath, which is something that you don't normally see in other Spyderco knives. The Shaman in my opinion lacks attention to detail, Spyderco really should have done more nitpicking of the Shaman prototype to make sure tolerances were better. Like what Rob(Apostle P) said/showed about the tip of the finger choil hitting your fingers while trying to close the compression, which caused the blade to not easily/fully go into the handle. Also that backspacer is unacceptable, it's was obviously poorly finished after being machined. Explain to me how nobody at Spyderco in the design and prototype stages noticed the compression lock issue, when it took Rob(apostle P) 5 seconds to discover/notice it?
Heavy knife honest !
Made in the US. Okay its worth the money.
Wi Gs I heard it used to be 140 last year... feel like I overpayed slightly. Love the knife but have two weeks to see if this is a kick in the nuts or an awesome investment.
Try being a lefty and opening it via the compression lock...Dude
Damen0530 Move the clip over. Easy as pie.
Like for the video as always. Dislike for the knife. Looks like my Manix 2 but much uglier...
In my opinion, Spyderco needs to make more titanium scaled knives.
You just saved me from spending $150.00....thanks!
How did his review turn you off to the Shaman ? As far as I am concerned he gave it a positive review. I'm not sure what part turned you off but I have it and it has quickly become one of my favorite knives
You judge a knife just based on its looks? This is how the knife world ends up with non-functional designs.
Who says its based on looks?...the compression lock causes an unusual finger placement issue that has been well documented, the back spacer looks out of spec to me, and the lack of ambidextrous opening is what swayed me away from the design. Looks have nothing to do with it.....
Lack of ambidextrous opening? It's a hole, dude. You can access it from both sides the same
What the hell are you talking about? unusual finger placement? not ambi? you are killing me dude.
Seasons Greetings my friend, as always Jesus is the reason for season
Very unimpressive design, and mediocre fit and finish.. I will pass, I personally prefer both the Manix 2 and the PM2
kurt grates This knife is literally the pm2 and manix put together. It's supposed to be a bigger native 5 with a compression lock. But the bladeshape reminds me of the manix 2, while it still maintains a awesome finger choil (seen in both models), and the ergos / lightness make me think of my pm2. This thing disappears in your pocket and it is as thick as my cudeman mt5 fixed blade. Simple, but badass. I will say however, the finish is a finger print magnet and dlc version is probably way to go.
Spyderco Shaman - Great concept, but poor execution!!! I'm not a fan of the Shaman at all. If I want a more robust/heavy duty pocket knife, I'm going pick in my opinion the larger Benchmade 808 Loco or even the slightly smaller Benchmade 818 Mini Loco.
Not very impressed. Design reminds me my old (and first) benchmade. Same shape (a little longer), same S30V, and a liner lock.
Nothing new under the sun.