Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight Signature Knife - PlainEdge

Founded in 1976 by Sal and Gail Glesser, Spyderco settled in Golden, Colorado in 1978 and initially focused on selling their first product, the Tri-Angle Sharpmaker™. The product was primarily sold at fairs and trade shows around the country. Since then, Spyderco has grown steadily to become a leader in the cutlery industry. With a worldwide distribution network and manufacturing resources in the U.S., Japan, Taiwan, Italy, and China, Spyderco's innovation has earned them a portfolio of patents, trademarks, and industry awards. This innovation has also earned the trust and loyalty of countless knife users around the world, for which they are grateful.

The Meadowlark Lightweight is a bestselling knife in Spyderco's value-priced byrd line of cutlery. The second generation model offers design improvements such as a full flat-ground blade and phosphor bronze pivot washers for precise blade operation. Jimping along the spine and choil provides a solid grip, while a four-position clip allows for various carrying positions. The specifications include a 6.9-inch open length, 3.9-inch closed length, 2.9-inch 8Cr13MoV steel blade, 2.4-inch cutting edge, 0.47-inch blade hole, 0.09-inch blade thickness, and a 3.75-ounce weight. The stainless steel handle ensures durability.

Spyderco knives come with a limited manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, details of which are included with each purchase. The company's dedication to thinking beyond established industry practices has led to innovations like one-hand opening, serrations on a folder, and a pocket clip. Spyderco remains committed to researching and developing improved materials for better performance and reliability, resulting in ergonomic, functional tools. The company rigorously tests new products before release, examining edge retention, rust development, force needed for opening and closing, and other technical details.

The Para 3 is the new Every Day Carry (EDC) knife that distills all the features of the best-in-class folding knife into a compact, convenient package. Machined from premium CTS BD1N steel, the Para 3 offers superior balance, edge retention, and cutting performance. Its lightweight, open-backed construction style with Stainless Steel liners nested into the FRN Handle provides excellent support for the Compression Lock mechanism. This lock, located in the spine of the handle, securely locks the blade open during use, allowing for easy, one-handed closing. The Para 3's history can be traced back to 2004 with the Para Military design, offering proven reliability and cutting performance in a compact, easy-to-carry design.

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