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FOLDING KNIVES, FIXED BLADES, CUSTOM KNIVES, FLASHLIGHTS, AND EDC GEAR

Spyderco Para 3, Black G10 / Stonewash CPM-S45VN - C223GP

Spyderco

$187.50

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UPC:
716104011155

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The Para 3 takes all the proven features and benefits of Spyderco’s best-selling Para Military™2 and distills them into an even more compact all-purpose cutting tool. Its three-inch blade is precision machined from premium S45VN particle metallurgy stainless steel and features a full-flat grind for a superior balance of strength, point utility, and low-friction cutting performance. It includes a textured index-finger choil and thumb ramp that provide a solid purchase for a forward grip and offer enhanced control during precise cutting tasks. The blade’s signature Trademark Round Hole™ clearly brands it as a member of the Spyderco family and is fully accessible to allow quick, positive, one-handed opening with either hand.

To keep the Para 3 slim and pocket friendly, it features a lightweight, open-backed construction style and its stainless steel liners are nested into machined recesses in the textured G-10 scales. This reduces the handle thickness and provides excellent structural support for the knife’s patented Compression Lock®. Located in the spine of the handle, this high-strength mechanism locks the blade securely open during use, yet allows it to be closed easily and safely with only one hand. A four-position hourglass clip and an oversized lined lanyard hole complete the design, offering ambidextrous tip-up or tip-down carry and allowing the easy attachment of fobs and lanyards.

Ounce for once one of the most capable folding knives ever made, the Para 3 is destined to be a classic.

Overall Length:
7.27"
Blade Length:
3.00"
Blade Thickness:
0.15"
Blade Style:
Clip
Blade Grind:
Flat
Blade Steel:
CPM S45VN
Blade Finish:
Stonewash
Handle Length:
4.27"
Handle Material:
G-10
Weight:
3.40 oz
Pocket Clip:
Tip-Up, Tip-Down
Locking Mechanism:
Compression Lock
Action:
Manual
Country of Origin:
USA
Model #:
C233GP

5 Reviews

  • 4
    Spyderco Para 3

    Posted by Alan S. on 27th Mar 2022

    The compression lock took some getting used to, as I have been using the Axis lock for so long, not that big of a deal, well made knife, sturdy construction and lock up, I have been very pleased with it, I found that I liked it a lot more once I found the LynchNW deep carry clip for it, now it just disappears in my pocket, the clip has been a great addition, Spyderco should offer them as an option.

  • 4
    Quality

    Posted by Scott on 28th Jun 2021

    Quality and comfort in the hand. May look strange but is built that way for a purpose and it works.

  • 5
    Spyderco Para 3

    Posted by Oleksii Solomin on 12th Aug 2024

    Spyderco Para 3 - I liked it very much from the first moment it was in my hand. The handle feels good in the palm of my hand. The Compression Lock mechanism works well. No backlash. Careful even sharpening of the blade. After working out the lock parts, it began to work quickly and at the same time very clearly. It gives the impression that it is loose, but there is still no backlash. This provokes the desire to open and close the blade. Good S45VN powdered stainless steel. All together a fine EDC knife of appropriate size and performance.

  • 5
    Para 3

    Posted by Jim K on 19th Jan 2022

    This is my first purchase of a Spyderco product and it definitely will not be my one and only. The Para 3 fits perfectly in my hands and I’m very impressed with the Blade action. I’m one who is not well versed on the various types of blade materials. But I can say that the S45VN blade has also impressed me. The only negative is my blade was not perfectly centered. I was disappointed by this as my OCD kicked in, but the off center did not affect the opening and closing action. And as we all know, there are plenty of reviews with detailed instructions and videos on how to center the blade. As soon as I get a deep carry clip, I will correct this issue. Big thanks to RIver’s Edge for their speedy delivery and ease of purchase.

  • 5
    Para 3

    Posted by Hubter on 7th Sep 2021

    This knife is really freaking awesome! By far my favorite knife out of the dozens I own. This thing is smoother than your dad was in high school. Only thing I did to change this was add a deep carry clip from lynch north west. It’s razor sharp out of the box. Centered perfect, ground very thin and slicey! I can get a full grip on this knife even with extra large hands. It’s now in S45vn aswell! Just do yourself a favor and buy this absolute Gem. I promise you won’t regret it