Spyderco Para 3 C223GPDGY - Stonewash Maxamet Steel Leaf-Shaped Blade & Dark Gray G-10 Handle Scales - Compression Lock Manual Folder w/ 3" Blade & Four-Position Reversible Pocket Clip | Made in Golden, Colorado USA

One of my (Nate) everyday carries, the Para 3 is a compact one-handed opener with a ton of functionality and practicality. Everything about the handle just feels right, from the actual frame ergos to the large jimped finger choil. No matter what situation you may be in, the Para 3 is something you know you can depend on. With a compression lock and an uber-smooth opening blade, you might as well chop off one of your hands, because there will be no needing of it once you get yourself one of these guys. From daily hard-use to constant fidgeting, the Para 3 is really all you need in life.

Maxamet steel, made by Carpenter, is one of the highest edge-retaining materials around today. It's also fairly middle of the road when it comes to corrosion resistance, but its mainly known for its ability to stay sharp for a lifetime. Bringing together this steel on an already durably designed and built pocket knife, you have yourself something that you're bound to be able to hand down for generations. The Maxamet steel blade has been stonewashed, while the handle scales are made of G-10 and died gray. As with many Para 3 models, this guy has a four-position reversible tip-up/tip-down pocket clip and a compression lock. Whether you're a collector of the ever-famous Spydercos, or are looking for something as a daily-user, this knife should be yours. 

Specifications

Overall Length: 7.24" (183.90 mm)

Blade Length: 2.95" (74.93 mm)

Cutting Edge: 2.62" (66.55 mm)

Blade Thickness: 0.145" (3.68 mm)

Blade Material: Carpenter MAXAMET

Blade Finish: Stonewash

Blade Style: Leaf

Blade Edge: Plain

Blade Grind: Full-Flat

Handle Length: 4.29" (108.97 mm)

Handle Material: G-10

Handle Color: Gray

Pocket Clip: Four-Position Stainless

Hardware: Standard

Opening Mechanism: Round Thumb Hole

Lock Style: Compression

Weight: 3.4 oz. (96.39 g)

Made in Golden, Colorado USA