You showed these off a while back and I’ve been watching for them. I have a set ordered. They look amazing. Thank you for the info.

You can tie or loop a lanyard around the post that the clip screw goes through, there’s plenty of clearance away from the blade and then the lanyard just sticks straight out the back. Very clean looking.

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

Awesome thanks for letting us know about this company 😀

Thanks for the good content and get well soon!

I have that same blue Spy27 with the same bronze Lynch clip haha. I am looking forward to my AWT blue scales to come! Gonna heat bronze the rest of the screws to rock that blue and bronze. Thanks for your review.

Sounds like you’re doing ok. I hope you get better soon.

I’ve got a pair of these in the rose gold cerakote coming for my lightweight, already love my pair that’s on my other para 3 (the original non lightweight para 3 that is) and I can’t wait to see what the skinny mod is like and just to see how it all comes together on the lightweight. I actually really like the original FRN scales, definitely some of the best done FRN scales I’ve handled

Ordered a set today SO stoked!!

I’m sold! Great video

PARA 3 THE BEST EDC KNIFE. NICE SCALES BUT I LOVE MY ORIGINAL FRN THE WAY THE SPYDER WEB LOOKS IS UNIQUE...ICONIC...

@Vladimir888RU

Жыл бұрын

I agree with your opinion! I also like the FRN version better, although I also have the G-10 version.

@jimcarlson6157

Жыл бұрын

maybe that pattern could be etched into the metal.??

Another awesome video Erica!! Hope you get well soon!!

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

Thanks my brother!!! Appreciate you!

I just ordered some AWT scales for the manix 2. Can not wait for them to arrive!! Not only will they drop the weight of the knife by 30%, but I also assume they will make an already rigid knife more durable!!

These scales for some reason on the LW makes me think it looks like a giant Spyderco Dragonfly 2.

You should contact then and work out a link with some reimbursement. You convinced me to get some! Thanks for the video.

I got some AWT Archon griptilian scales coming for my M4 griptilian that has a tritium axis lock and I'm ridiculously excited!

Beautiful

The two things I love about the lightweight is it has better ergonomics than the g10 due to the contours and the wire clip. Have a set of the AWT skinny scales on my Cruwear and they feel slightly too skinny

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

I totally get that!

Nice! So many more steel options on the LW models, cheaper too!

I got these scales in brick red. They feel better than the base FRN handles, with barely any increase in weight. The cerakote/minor texturing they have seem to do well when it comes to the grip. I also have what seems like the only other scales to be found for the para 3 LW, which are the titanium ones that don't really have any extra milling to lower weight. Which makes them feel like heavy slabs compared to these scales.

@RickyJ137

Жыл бұрын

Just got mine in recently. Did yours make the blade drop free? Mine is smooth but some notable resistance.

@-mylittleburger-

Жыл бұрын

@@RickyJ137 Had to do some minor tuning on the pivot screws a little to get it fully smooth. But I had noticed the same issue with the FRN scales though.

Thank you for the extra effort, especially since you aren’t feeling the greatest.

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

Trying my best for y’all!

You can use the spyderco scales as a template and drill a,lanyard hole

I actually love the super lightweight plastic scales on the Para 3, but after the last time I took it down for cleaning I've never been able to get the blade recentered. Not a minor thing, I'm talking completely off center and rubbing like crazy. Looks like it's time for the AWT scales for this knife too, just got their email that they're available now!

18:59 lol that was my experience with my two rex 45 blades. I thought sharpening was going to take forever but on both knives it was actually one of the best sharpening experiences I've had. The steel removal isn't the fastest but it's not slow either, and once you get to the actual apex and burr removal it's so predictable and does exactly what you want. The toothy edges with that steel are insane, only steel I've used that doesn't smooth out after a couple hours of yard work.

If you got a drill, you got a lanyard hole! Lol

I have two options PARA 3 LIGHTWEIGHT and PARA 3 G-10 DIGITAL CAMO . . And oddly enough, but the favorite and most often used is PARA 3 LIGHTWEIGHT, because it personally lies more comfortably in my hand and at the same time has a very small weight !

I just got some AWT scales for my Manix, so excited to actually get them in, looks like they'll completely change that knife… also want to get a flytanium cage for it eventually because the plastic cage is one of the dumbest things I've ever seen in a knife but that'll have to wait

“Just the texturing” on the handle. The part your hand seems to gravitate to haha😂

Well, you sold me!

Just bought the Redoubt today, just waiting for the AWT scales to drop for it now.

I don’t know if the para 3 will do it for me as a lefty , i like the lanyard bead i forgot the material its made from take care love your videos

If I get any AWT scales for my Para3 it will be the Tequila Sunrise color. it would make my Para 3 more or less match my Cutlery Shoppe exclusive PM2 with a DLC Wharncliffe in CTS-XHP steel with Orange Scales. the exclusive PM2 has almost every feature I want so I won't feel the need to buy another knife for a while... unless of course they release a Para 3 with a Wharncliffe. The Wharncliffe can't do everything but it does what I for the vast majority of the time. for tasks which need another blade shape I have a back up.

Sandrine knives are hard to sharpen but best edge retention

I have a Para 3 lightweight, and personally, I don't like the scales. Not a fan of FRN. I prefer a heavier feel in the hand. I love the new scale you put on there. I will have to look into Applied Weapons Tech. Thanks for the info.

This is going to be soooo popular when they release the para 3 lw salt in magnacut.

Another great video! Are the AWT any longer than the original FRN?

Great video. I've been waiting to get these scales forever. I saw that they got restocked but missed purchasing them. Do you have any idea when they might be restocking again? Are there any discount codes for AWT. I have two pairs of AWT scales for full and mini BM grip and LOVE them! I also want to get the set for Manix2, would you be able to do a video on installing them?

Actually, there is a washer and bushing built right into the supposed no washer side. Watch Eric Glesser's video on design criteria and complete disassembly. My lw is better centered than my g10 was (which wasn't at all bad) and this should not be a cause of un-centered blades.

@Vladimir888RU

Жыл бұрын

I dismantled my LW to measure the size of the bronze washer for an order for the future in the form of a spare. And after the reassembly, I adjusted ( centered ) the blade better than it was from the factory. P/s For proper alignment, it is necessary to tighten / loosen not only the axial screw, but all the others are the same.

@raysmith1359

8 ай бұрын

@@Vladimir888RUdismantled mine and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to center it

I had no idea that the normal and the lightweight were so different when i got it. Overall, i like my pm3, the scales just look really cheap. i as really bummed out when all the 3rd party scales were for the normal version. I'm glad to see they are finally starting to make some for the pm3lw.... i'll probably get a pair eventually.

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

I get that!

Hopefully my set comes out as nice🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

I Like these alum skinnyscales . Do you like the handle setup for zt0006? Fixedblade. Very adjustable switching grips is easy.

Great review, id love these but I dont see these offered for the lightweight model?

You need to treat that Maxamet better!! That para 3 lightweight should be the beater knife since it is made from CTS-BD1N, which is made from hot garbage water

Hey Erica. How did you put sharpening choils on your knives? They look great and Spyderco’s are a pain in the ass to sharpen trying to hit the whole edge all the way back.

@ericasedc

9 ай бұрын

Dremel cutting wheel!

I was excited...was. Until I saw these are a hundred bucks.

It'd be nice to know how much it ACTUALLY weighs... like on a scale. Because she's right; words can't express weight.

How’d you get the clip screw out? Mine won’t budge and the plastic D immediately stripped.

I don't see skinny scales for manix 2 lightweight on the site. also that model is riveted together so how would you swap scales.

Hey Erica, what is the weight on the LW with the skinny AWT scales?

Do you know if they'll have non-skinny lightweight scales? I quite like the shape of the stock scales, just don't like the plastic-y feel

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

I believe so💪

Erica- which native 5 steel would you go with; LC200 or Spy27? If you can only afford one?

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

Spy!

I really want a pair of these but the website doesn’t show all the colors. Why?

What Color are these? Magpul FDE?

This is an outstanding marketing video. And I am not suggesting you are trying to push these scales for any reason beyond your personal opinion. I just think this is really well done. I have a para 3 lightweight that I lost interest in and this makes me want to try these scales.

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

$100 that’s a hard pass

Where did you buy the deep carry pocket clip for the lightweight?

@joeldamron8062

Жыл бұрын

I’m guessing LynchNW

Does a CME fit on these?

I'm the same. If want Hector. Like a plush group... Odd THE OTHER scale company also didn't other textured scales.. Titanium.. United I didn't see then

They look great and they're probably worth the price...I just don't like the idea of being $215 in on a knife in bd1n. $235 if I want to get a Lynch clip. That's just me though. It looks like AWT did a great job with them though.

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

I totally understand that!

@NJames-dh6kz

Жыл бұрын

@@ericasedc don't get me wrong...I do love what they're doing and I'll probably spring for deka scales when they drop. Thanks for the content!

the question is, which do you prefer with the awt scales. the lw or normal para 3?

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

There’s basically zero difference so I don’t care haha

@gubourn

Жыл бұрын

@@ericasedc thank you 🙏🏼

What website did you get these scales?

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

The title says it and actually a few times in the video. Applied Weapons Tech

Out yet?

Where can I buy? You have no info in description

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

Watch the video to find out! Thanks!

What's your favorite Spyderco?

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

I don’t have one!

@joshadler67

Жыл бұрын

@@ericasedc Then what are *some* of your faves? :)

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

@@joshadler67 watch my videos on that to find out!!!

Can you strop maxamet back to sharp?

@ericasedc

17 күн бұрын

You can strop any steel if you have the correct leather and compound 🥰

What is material of them.

@TheBDubbs3

Жыл бұрын

Aluminum with Cerakote

Activa los subtítulos para el español 🇪🇸 Un saludo 👍💪🔥🔪

They are aluminum? Nice but they will scratch easy

@wes.killed.it.5511

Жыл бұрын

Not true at all. Hard coat anodized aluminum is some durable material; HRC of 70, more durable then powder coat and sulfuric acid anodize. I have quite a few sets of aluminum scales (AWT, Aimfront) and they're some of my toughest scales that show little to no wear

@sal1964

Жыл бұрын

@@wes.killed.it.5511 you are right I didn't realize it was hard coat

@wes.killed.it.5511

Жыл бұрын

@@sal1964 no worries bud, simple mistake. Just commented to let ya know.

That large metal insert is where the bronze washer is placed! The plastic/FRN side is without a washer. Guessing you didn’t change out the scales yourself?

These look great from a good company. My only problem is the material. Aluminum scales are so 30 years ago! I love how g10, micarta, and even titanium ages. Aluminum? They end up looking like an old fry pan. But I realize their function is still good. Just not with the times.

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

Interesting opinion!

@meursault1654

Жыл бұрын

@Knife&compass My old Benchmade Stryker has got worn smooth parts and damage that adds character and feels good in hand. 20 years of carry and it’s better than new imho. My Paragon aluminum handled knives look and feel worse with time. Lots of chips.

@meursault1654

Жыл бұрын

@@ericasedc i realize you’re past this and moved on to a retro vibe but i finally got the AWT for para 3 lw and they’re awesome! Great fit, liner delete, and machining. Probably order from them again. And it’s hard to beat s90v for around the ocean. P.s. sorry about last comment i posted about t shirts. Seemed innocuous to me…

Thay are out of stock 😒

@ericasedc

Жыл бұрын

I’m sorry- this is a very old video!

@fishiemon64

Жыл бұрын

@@ericasedc yeah i know but im new to the spuderco seen

not​ beautyful​ and​ not​ balance...

i have a para 3 lw in awt scales just like yours. Is it normal to have a small amount of blade play? if I tighten the pivot screws to the point where there is zero blade play, it is not drop shut anymore.