Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight - Black Blade

The Spyderco Para 3 distills all the key qualities of the time tested Paramilitary 2 into an ultra compact, carry friendly format, and the Para 3 Lightweight takes that even further. By swapping to injection molded fiberglass reinforced nylon (FRN) scales and a streamlined version of the Compression Lock, this version comes in almost 30 percent lighter than its G-10 handled counterparts, making it one of the easiest knives around to forget you're even carrying.

The three inch 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. This blacked out version cloaks the plain edge blade in a stealthy Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) coating, paired with black coated liners and hardware for a stealthy, tactical look. The blade features a fully accessible Trademark Round Hole for swift, positive, one handed opening with either hand, while the linerless open backed construction and high traction Bi-Directional Texture pattern keep the knife light and grippy.

A generously sized lanyard hole and a reversible deep pocket wire clip round out the design, providing discreet left or right side tip up carry and easy attachment of fobs or lanyards.

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1. Specs:
2. Overall Length: 7.2" (183mm)
3. Closed Length: 4.29" (109mm)
4. Blade Length: 2.93" (74mm)
5. Blade Thickness: .145" (4mm)
6. Blade Steel: BD1N
7. Blade Finish: DLC
8. Handle Material: FRN
9. Pocket Clip: Yes, right or left hand, tip up
10. Lock Type: Compression
11. Weight: 2.4oz
12. Country of Origin: USA