Spyderco’s best-selling Para 3 folding knife distilled all the key qualities of their time-tested Para Military 2 model into an ultra-compact, format. Now this groundbreaking design takes another quantum leap forward by incorporating injection-molded fiberglass-reinforced-nylon (FRN) scales and a streamlined version of Spyderco’s patented Compression Lock mechanism to create the Para 3 Lightweight.
Almost 30% lighter than its G10-handled counterparts, the Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight boasts linerless, open-backed construction and Spyderco’s high-traction Bi-Directional Texture pattern for a secure grip. A stainless steel lock bar inset into the handle’s interior forms the foundation of its sturdy lock mechanism, while keeping the overall weight to an absolute minimum. The knife’s full-flat-ground blade is crafted from CTS BD1N, a nitrogen-enriched high-carbon chromium steel that offers a superior balance of hardness, edge retention, and corrosion resistance.
The Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight has a choice of either plain edge, or serrated SpyderEdge blade and features a fully accessible Trademark Round Hole for quick, one-handed opening with either hand. A generously sized lanyard hole and a reversible deep-pocket wire clip round out its impressive features, providing left or right-side tip-up carry and allowing the easy attachment of fobs or lanyards.
- SKU
- SC223PBK-$$
- Age Restriction:
- 18+
- Blade Length (cm)
- 7.4
- Overall Length (cm)
- 18.3
- Blade Material:
- CTS BD1 Stainless Steel
- Blade Thickness (cm)
- 0.37
- Grind:
- Flat
- Sheath:
- No
- Closed Length (cm)
- 10.9
- Pocket Clip:
- Yes
- Handle Material:
- FRN
- Blade Type:
- Plain
- Blade Shape:
- Drop Point
- Blade Finish:
- Brushed
- Product Weight (g)
- 68
- Lock Type:
- Compression
- One Handed Opening:
- Yes
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