Model Name: Spur Model Reference: C32 Designer: Sal Glesser MSRP: $99.95 (2004) Description: The Spur is a small Spydie, with an all stainless handle with Kraton Rubber Inserts. The knife was initally released in 1995, and then a spring run in 2004.
Model Name: Remote Release Model Reference: C30 Designer: Sal Glesser MSRP: $62.95(1995), $93.95(2009) Description:
This knife also comes in a Remote Release II second generation that has a slightly modified blade shape. The knife is similar to a Spyderco Delica but with the added remote release carabiner attachement on the end. The uniqueness of the carabiner is that you can release it with your hand using the same grip as you would hold the knife were you to be opening it, allowing you to simultaneously remove the knife and open it without changing grips.
Model Name: Cricket Model Reference: C29 Designer: Sal Glesser MSRP: $64.95 (2003, FRN), $94.95 (SS, 2009), $149.95 (Glass Fiber) Description: The Spyderco Cricket was available in many different handle materials and is a very popular Spyderco knife. The knife is very useful for cutting textiles which also makes it popular amongst women. The S-shaped blade tucks away neatly into the handle given the closed knife a cute oval shape.
Model Name: Dragonfly Model Reference: C28 Designer: Sal Glesser MSRP: $84.95 (2009), $74.95 (2008), $64.95 (1998-2007) Description: The Spyderco Dragonfly is a very popular knife amongst Spyderco collectors due to its fully flat ground wide blade and convenient size. It is a great lightweight folder that has an ultra-thin blade that cuts like nothing else. For this reason it has earned a special place in most Spydie collections. It has been made in many handle variations including Stainless steel, Carbon Fiber, and FRN of many different colors including white and grey.
Model Name: Jess Horn Model Reference: C27 Designer: Jess Horn MSRP: $449.95, $349.95 (1994) Description:
This model was made in two versions. The initial version was considered a custom quality knife and sold for $449.95. The second model was produced by Moki Japan, and was a slightly inferior quality model that retailed for less $349.95. The specifications on both models were the same.
Model Name: Snap-It Model Reference: C26 Designer: Sal Glesser MSRP: Description:
The C26 Snap-It has a built-in Carabiner that allows it to be clipped onto a belt loop or utility belt. Blade shape is a sheepsfoot style with a lock back.
Model Name: Frank Centofante Model Reference: C25 Designer: Frank Centofante MSRP: ??? Description:
The C25 Centofante is the smaller of the two Centofantes that were produced by Spyderco. The C25 had two generations, the first of which was aluminum bodied, with different colors of rubber inserts. The second generation had the G-10 body, with a bug medallion inlay which came in a couple different colors, such as gold and silver. The later model also had a slide liner lock safety and screw construction.
Model Name: Blackhawk Model Reference: C24 Designer: Sal Glesser MSRP: $99.95 (G-10), $114.95 (Al) Description:
The Blackhawk C24 is the little brother of the C23 Renegade, and has a similar clip point bowie style blade. This knife was also marketed towards the biker crowd and was available in both G10 and Aluminum versions. This knife was re-released as a sprint run in 2002 or thereabouts in G-10 with an additional single liner.
Model Name: Renegade Model Reference: C23 Designer: Sal Glesser MSRP: $117.95 (1994) Description: According to Spydiewiki, the Renegade and its little brother the Blackhawk were targetted towards the Biker market. The two knives are the predecessors of the Native. Given the name Renegade, its not surprising that they are designed for the biker market. The knives have a pronounced clip point blade, and the Renegade is a very large and imposing knife.