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Chinese MagnaCut? Eric Glesser Sets the Record Straight

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While at SHOT Show 2025, we took a moment to chat with Spyderco’s own Eric Glesser about the state of the knife steel industry. Crucible’s pending bankruptcy could have far-reaching ramifications, so what does that mean for a company like Spyderco? https://kcoti.com/40s7G2u

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20 Comments

@knafs_co 1 year ago

Such a good conversation. Thanks for sitting down, David. Thanks for sharing, Eric. -Ben

@TheJustinlowry 1 year ago

What a blessing for Spyderco and the industry to have such an intelligent and passionate leader in Eric. Thanks Knifecenter and DCA for this video.

@TheTrueNorth11 1 year ago

This is SO much better than the fools at BladeHQ.

@sslranch 1 year ago

Eric is always a good source of what is going on in the industry! 😁

@timbober1 1 year ago

Steel is a national defense issue.

@RobBernhard 1 year ago

Great interview and so refreshing to hear someone speak plainly and directly. Thank you DCA and thank you Mr. Glesser.

@tbsmi9546 1 year ago

Gotta love Eric Glesser.

@MS12-u5p 1 year ago

Larrin himself did a video about how Crucible only owns the Magnacut name, it can be sold by anyone who licenses it with him is my understanding.

@KinofCain-b7h 1 year ago

I love this man. A true cutlery legend !

@anthonycampos7417 1 year ago

I'd love a 45ish minute podcast like this speaking to established professionals in the industry

@S0l1DShark 1 year ago

The Crucible situation stings more as a Western New Yorker.

@Observer413 1 year ago (edited)

I never listened to Eric talking at any lenght, but i got to admit its nice to hear someone knowledgeable and passionate about knives, getting straight to the point. He's not quite Michael Janich, but he's getting there.

@ASMR-soothingsounds 1 year ago

Listening to Eric and DCA have a conversation is captivating. Their love and knowledge for what they do really shows.

@Travisworts12 1 year ago

If i buy a USA made knife I also want the steels to be American made.

@Errcyco 10 months ago

Eric is a living legend.. he loves quality just as much as his parents did. It is rare it works like that. Can't wait to see what he has planned next.

@charliemaddock3459 1 year ago

I have a Chinese m390 mini fixed blade and it's performing well glad to say and yes the Chinese have been ahead of their time for centuries thats a Fact ....two sun folders are amazing btw

@tripinwithbigbird 1 year ago

Thank you D.C.A and Eric for all you do for the industry ❤

@poncho151 1 year ago

Thank you for this Knifecenter! One of my favorite parts of trade show coverage has always been off the cuff Glessar interviews. Over the years I’ve gained so much insight into the production knife industry just from listening to Sal and now Eric talk shop at trade shows. Not only are they willing to give their personal opinion but are also very forthright on how Spyderco operates and the trials and tribulations it’s taken to get to where they are now. You generally don’t get that kind of industry insight or vested interest from a hired market rep. Spyderco’s the best!