The ULTIMATE Vintage Spyderco Knife Collection (with an EPIC automatic you've NEVER seen) 

Thank you so much! We'll pin this comment so everyone can see it. You, sir, have an encyclopedic knowledge of Spyderco. The knife community is lucky to have you! -George

It is actually a C67GF, often called "R2" (because the original R was from 1999) with Black Nishijin Glass Fiber handle. The 8th one is a C113CFPD "Caly 3". The automatic one is a C117P "Citadel", ca. 2008-2011.

@@Murdoc370 I tend to group them together because of the shape but you are correct, it is technically the R2. Its actually still listed (though discontinued) on the Official Spyderco page if you search for 'R Nishijin Glass Fiber Sprint Run'. The page actually gives a good description of the carbon fiber material used in the handle: "The handle is Japanese Nishijin glass fiber. The name Nishijin references a specific weave pattern, used in the production of silk Kimono cloth. It is manufactured by weaving glass fibers (thinner than a human hair), together in a geometric pattern and then impregnating the fibers into polymer base. The outcome is a lightweight, ultra-strong handle material that has an attractive three dimension appearance."

@@doejon9424 You're right, I remember now that the one I recall being referred to as "R2" was actually the 2005 sprint run version (#C67GY) of the skeletonized aluminium-handle Original "R" (C67) which came out in 1999. I own one of the 2005 R2 models. The glass fiber version C67GF came another 7 years later :), some even nickname it the R3. I find the model number not that irrelevant though, because it identifies the model, and the letters let you know something about the "subtype", in this case "GF", most likely for "Glass Fiber", and, if applicable, the edge configuration (e.g. P for "plain", S for "serrated").

@@doejon9424 So do I 🙂, I've been in the Spyderco collecting game for decades and was active in the forums. I did not invent the R2 nickname, it is just what everybody was calling it when it was released in 2005. I was there 🧓 You can find the same designation e.g. in the spydiewiki, together with the model numbers, or in all the posts in the Spyderco Forum mentioning this knife, even by key Spyderco employee Kristi (TazKristi) when announcing the model in the Spyderco Forum posting from 07 Jun 2005 17;45, for example. But of course, you are right and we are in agreement that the C67GY R was not routinely designated "R2" by Spyderco, hence you can't find it under this name in the print catalogs, but if you check the official Spyderco Online catalog, you will see they do in fact call it R 2 themselves. However, regarding the knife shown in the video, the C67GF, the nickname "R3" never really caught on, so you're right it is best to just call it an "R" 😌

Will do! We have several more Mr. H collection videos coming soon! -George

You speak the truth. I really enjoyed this video.

Thanks for the feedback! We'll apply it! -George

You're the man! I had the name Ninja in my head but I knew it was wrong.

He is definitely one of my heroes. His passion for knives is palpable, but you should see his trombone collection.... Don't get into trombones either! -George

Why are choir teachers randomly the coolest people? I'd love to study this scientifically. -George

@@BladeHQ shoot, just happens to be that lots of teachers are cool influential people. I had another teacher, a math teacher that ran the fly fishing club in highschool. What a fun club that was. Too bad there were no knife clubs. LoL

That's a cool story of how you got your Endura. I'd carry any knife Sylvester Stallone carried. I want that auto, too. Thanks for watching! -George

I thought that’s what that was!

For real! I wish they'd bring that last one back, it's incredible. -George

My only automatic is a benchmade 9400 & holy crap that knife is worth every penny! So many interesting makes & models

Any Benchmade Osborne design tickles my fancy, and you're right. They are worth every penny. -George

Keep at it! Spyderco is a world of fun. I'm still waiting on that Autonomy 2 as well. Y'all have kept Spyderco BUSY! -George

Stay tuned! We've got three more videos of his collection coming out soon! -George

When Mr. H came to the office, he brought two suitcases and a backpack full of knives! We have a couple more Mr. H videos coming out, but his collection is so deep, we could make a year's worth of content on just that! -George

Yes sir! -George

Perfect for lefties!

An excellent choice! Here's to many more! -George

@@BladeHQ thanks for the reply! I really enjoy y'all's content! 🤙🏼

And we enjoy you watching it! -George

It's been a hot second since I've seen an ATR, but that was a sweet knife! -George

That material is HOT. You're lucky to have one! Thanks for watching! -George

I'm glad you like it, because we have more of Mr. H's collection coming soon! Stay tuned! -George

For real! I wish ironwood would find its way onto more knives, it's positively gorgeous. -George

It really is. Spyderco has made some great stuff over the years, I'm excited to see what comes in the future! -George

The Spyderco Tenacious Lightweight is a solid option and a perennial best-seller. It's everything you love about Spyderco, just in a budget-friendly package. If you want to step up the material quality a bit, check out the Delica or the Endela. They're made in Japan, giving you great build quality too. All of these are under $100, and I'd trust my life to any of them! -George

@@BladeHQ thank you! I'll check those out:)♡

Your first? How many have you had? -George

@@BladeHQ Sold the first one with the box and picked up two more used Spydercards (also a Flat Byrd)

From what I understand, he has several large safes. -George

For his EDC rotation he has something similar to a machinist chest, with multiple felt lined drawers. Other pieces in his collection are usually kept in the original boxes, stacked like Olivander's wand shop, and locked up.