Easily one of the most anticipated products in Spyderco's history, the Para 3 is the latest generation of their immensely popular Paramilitary family of folding knives. It traces its history all the way back to the first-generation Paramilitary model, which was introduced in 2004 and even further to that knife's inspiration: the iconic Military Model.
The lightweight, open-backed handle is built on a framework of stout stainless steel liners nested within textured G10 scales. This refined construction style maximizes both structural strength and ergonomics while keeping the handle slim and pocket-friendly. It's also the foundation of the knife's patented Compression Lock mechanism, which provides exceptional lock strength, yet allows easy one-handed closing without placing your fingers in the path of the blade's edge. A streamlined four-position hourglass clip and a generously sized lanyard hole round out the design, offering a choice of left or right-side tip-up or tip-down carry and allowing the easy attachment of lanyards or fobs.
The Para 3 is a remarkably refined folding knife with a distinguished history.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.0"
- Closed Length: 4.27"
- Overall Length: 7.27"
- Cutting Edge: 2.63"
- Blade Thickness: 0.150"
- Blade Material: Micro-Melt Maxamet
- Blade Style: Clip Point
- Blade Grind: Full Flat
- Blade Finish: Stonewash
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Handle Material: G10
- Handle Color: Dark Gray
- Locking Mechanism: Compression
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up/Down, Left/Right Carry
MODEL: C223GPDGY