Spyderco Stretch 2 (K390): First Impressions

Spyderco Stretch 2 K390 (I can’t find these in stock anywhere. It’s hard to imagine they have all sold out so I would suggest turning on email notifications at your preferred retailer): www.knivesshipfree.com/spyder...
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[@nicholassosin6965]

Very good channel, impressive, knowledgeable reviews.

[@gravytrainoutdoors]

Got one on the way! I have several versions of the stretch and I actually like the original blade shape a lot. It’s part of what originally attracted my towards the stretch model

[@latetodagame1892]

Yeah, when I saw these I was like that's not a stretch! I hope they are doing it to give us value, not to give them more profit.

[@LanningKann]

Just got mine today! I like how it was packed compared to other Spyderco knives. They cared enough to coat the blade and put a desiccant in the bubble wrap. I plan to let it naturally patina. We’ll see how it goes.

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

I have a couple of patina spots because I spilt sweet tea on it but other than that I haven’t noticed anything😂 Thanks for watching

[@matusknives]

That Delica is a Dragonfly 😋 But back to the business - once you get enough use out if it - please make a comparison to PM2, that would be awesome.

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

Yeah that’s gonna be a fun video to make. I haven’t carried the stretch yet but my initial impressions are telling me I might trigger some PM2 fanboys🤫

[@matusknives]

@@itsaknifestyle8482 I am bracing for it ... just managed to source a send hand k390 PM2 ... so please be gentle :D

[@NikeaTiber]

Re: the blade spine on the k390 stretch 2. That is the finish that a laser or plasma cutter leaves in steel. I think it is interesting that it is the only surface on the blade that hasn't been abraded in some manner. I like my k390 stretch 2 a lot.

[@qcriverrat]

I really like the blue look. TBH I really like the look overall, and I agree that the back lock is not that big of a deal. Don't think I can justify yet another Spydie at this point but this one seems like a good option.

[@familyphotoshoot2413]

Got one of these in earlier this week and there was a noticeable burr still on the edge. It came off pretty easily with some passes on an ultrafine rod and then on a strop but I was still somewhat annoyed. The body screws weren't tightened down quite all the way and there's some vertical play like the lockback isn't engaging properly. Overall not thrilled with the state of the knife but that's how it goes sometimes. Still gonna keep it and use it. The Seki City models just don't have the QC that Golden and Taichung have.

[@barkingspider2007]

Disassembly and cleaning K390 knives is important to prevent corrosion. The light weight Para3 style handle at $140 would be fantastic. I agree completely that everyone should try K390. I have the PM2 in K390 and love it. Thanks again for the video 😎👍

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

It’s a cool steel for sure. I hope the use it a lot more and I have a feeling they’re going to. Thanks for watching

[@Zero_8347]

The stretch’s handle is so nice. Not used to seeing this blade profile though. I want one!

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

I’ve been carrying and using this a lot and the ergos are so comfortable. Thanks for watching

[@rcnsucom]

really like your commentary

[@ashmerch2558]

Spyderco killed their ZDP-189 for K390. The ladybug, manbug, dragonfly, delica, endela, endura, police 4 & stretch 2 are all regular production, non-sprint run knives. All of which are in K390. While even uglier... I was a fan of the cutting sweep of bullnose or upturned or regular stretch blade shape. I'm excited to get my hands on a full sized Spyderco in K390 with a 50/50 choil... At least one that doesn't have a 4.25" blade. Not a fan of anything that folds and has a blade over 4"... Excluding the Spyderco K2 Rumor has it that the Seki K390 hovers around 64.5-65 HRC. But I don't know that 100%. I think seeing 65 HRC on K390 for under $150 would be stellar, that's alot of performance for the money Fun fact : K390 came from the mining industry, the teeth of those giant drills, used for drilling through mountains are made of K390

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

That’s awesome that K390 is going to be an easy steel for people to get. Talking about HRC, I noticed that my stretch deburred very well and felt like me SPK Sasquatch (M4 @ 65-66 HRC). Thanks for watching

[@HyDx49]

I just got mine... One thing really bothers me is that when the knife is in close position... You can almost feel the tip with your finger.

[@jalfaro4879]

I have an Endura which I like a lot. Its in VG10. I am going to the Factory outlet store to see if they have the stretch; based on your review I will probably like it. Thanks for the review, and helping me find a way to lighten my wallet 😎

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

I hope you find one! Lightening my own wallet is my superpower. Thanks for watching

[@jalfaro4879]

@@itsaknifestyle8482 Well, I now have a brand new Spyderco sterch that I picked up at the Factory outlet, and I do like it!!

[@wodniku8333]

In these Spyderco Seki-City K390 with back lock there is a noticeable blade play up and down?

[@elevationmoto6208]

I've got three of them. No up and down play. Action on all is now broke in and smooth. I like these knives!

[@megaronknives3032]

Simplicity works, is how we can describe this knife. I think it should be in the regular Spyderco lineup with the straight spine.

[@firstname3219]

It is.

[@ratiounkn3210]

Just got an endura. Just vg10, but only my second spyderco.

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

That’s awesome. VG10 is perfectly suitable for all my needs, I just like exotic steels because I’m a nerd. Thanks for watching

[@coleroyce]

I think it’s plenty good looking and of quality. But I like the look of most spyderco’s and think other brands are weird looking lol. This is designed to be a hunting knife. I got mine for breaking down elk in the field. It checks all the boxes for doing this.

[@MrTJohnston]

Love K390. This looks like a PM2 lockback

[@reedmartz8924]

The original Stretch blade profile is the better looking version. The straight spine is nearly a stand in for a back lock PM2.

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

I think the straight spine looks better, but I guess we all have different opinions on looks. Thanks for watching👊

[@nicohurter2973]

You do excellent reviews, you are in the same class as Nic Shibazz. Thank you keep up the good work.

[@nicohurter2973]

I think I must correct myself, your reviews are better.

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

That means a lot, thanks for your support👊

[@latetodagame1892]

For not having a good fit and finish, that Stretch has a great fit and finish!🤣👍🏽

[@jamesincharlotte]

They never do get the plunge line sharped. 🙄

[@James_Ts]

Japan not Taiwan and Dragonfly not Delica

[@firstname3219]

You called your dragonfly a delica. 0:22

[@itsaknifestyle8482]

Thanks for letting me know👍

[@brianrichard1768]

I had the original stretch. Could have won awards for ugliest knife. Looked like a bird but ergonomics were great. I like lock backs. Simple and easy.

[@edrader]

that ain't no delica