I hope it works, Because for once I actually wasn't abusing my knife. I've got some knives that I almost try and break just so I can convince the wife that I needs a new one. my recon 1 is wearing out for sure, but short of smashing it with a hammer it just wont break. This wasn't the case with the Spyderco. If they will send me a new one, I will let you know. I will never carry another Spyderco though, I don't want to chance a knife snapping like this again when in an emergency.