The most distinctive feature of the Tropen is its broad, dramatically curved blade. Precision machined from CPM S30V stainless steel, it includes three different blade-opening options—an index-finger flipper, Spyderco's Trademark Round Hole, and a stylized Emerson Opening Feature, which hooks on the lip of the pocket as the knife is drawn to automatically open it. Together, these features allow a full scope of one-handed opening techniques and are further enhanced by special ball-bearing washers on each side of the blade's pivot that ensure an ultra-smooth, low-friction action.
The Tropen's satin-finished PlainEdge blade is paired with an elegantly styled handle crafted with G10 scales, a partial G10 backspacer, and skeletonized stainless steel liners. The polished scales are gently radiused for a comfortable grip and their interiors precision machined to house the nested liners, which form the foundation of the knife's high-strength Compression Lock mechanism. This advanced construction style ensures impressive structural strength while keeping the knife exceptionally thin, lightweight, and pocket-friendly. To allow instant access and support the proper function of the blade's Emerson Opening Feature, the Tropen includes a stainless steel hourglass clip configured for right-side, tip-up carry.
One somewhat controversial aspect of the Tropen's design is the fact that a small section of the heel of the edge is visible in the lock well when the knife is closed. Intended to maximize the blade's functional edge length, this design feature is also faithful to Vogt's original custom version of the knife. Although some have speculated that it represents a safety concern, when closing the knife, the blade's flipper tab contacts the user's finger well before the edge can enter the lock well. In Spyderco's extensive carry and testing of the design, it has never posed a hazard.
This is a pre owned knife. The knife pictured is the actual knife for sale. Does not include the original box or accessories.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 4.02"
- Cutting Edge: 3.95"
- Closed Length: 5.11"
- Overall Length: 9.13"
- Blade Thickness: 0.138"
- Blade Material: CPM-30V Stainless Steel
- Blade Style: Upswept
- Blade Grind: Full-Flat
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Handle Material: Polished G10
- Handle Color: Black
- Locking Mechanism: Compression
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, Right Carry
- Weight: 4.1 oz.
MODEL: C237GP PO