Huge regrets. These same scales are also used on the newest Sage 5, which features Spyderco’s unique compression lock. Post by clatus » Mon Nov 06, 2017 9:37 pm . Spyderco: Para 3 Lightweight - Black FRN - CTS-BD1N - C223PBK. Salt® 2 Green LC200N Wharncliffe. At face value it would seem … Buy @ Amazon Buy @ BladeHQ. Close. Gone are the days of guesswork hoping that tolerances are good enough that the blade will center. Search Advanced search. With the Release of the Spyderco Sage 5 It's time to do a little comparing, this time around it's the Sage 5 vs the Sage 3 vs the Manix 2 LW. Search Advanced search. Click now to learn more. I will work that into the original review. Sage 2 pays homage to Chris Reeve’s sturdy Integral Lock – commonly referred to as a frame lock – with a slightly contoured titanium frame. 23 posts Previous; 1; 2; awa54 Member Posts: 2402 Joined: Thu Jun 18, 2015 3:54 pm Location: Vermont, USA. Mar 13, 2019 #1. $12.00. SSSSS. 488. In a Compression Lock, the blade’s tang ramp faces upward toward the handle’s spine, rather than toward the butt of the handle as in a LinerLock. I'm having a tough time deciding since they are roughly the same price, color, and size. Older Posts Home. Spyderco Lil' Native Signature Folding Knife with 2.42" CPM S30V Black Steel Blade and Black Compression Lock G-10 Handle - PlainEdge - C230GSBBK. Spyderco was founded in 1976 by Sal and Gail Glesser. $122.50 $ 122. Jan 16, 2018 #1. ucfgrad93. Notsurewhy wrote: ↑ Fri May 22, 2020 6:51 pm. Filter By. The Spyderco Sage 5 highlights Spyderco's own patented Compression Lock, which uses one of the handle's stainless steel liners, the stop pin, and an upward-facing ramp on the blade's tang to create an incredibly strong and user-friendly lock mechanism. Although often mistaken as a “LinerLock on the back of the handle,” the Compression Lock is actually radically different. £30.95. 23 posts 1; 2; Next; clatus Member Posts: 1 Joined: Mon Nov 06, 2017 9:24 pm. .. Post by mountainguy » Tue Nov 21, 2017 3:09 pm . JimMD . In my opinion a better option than the Para 3 if you like the blade length and a more discreet EDC. Discuss Spyderco's products and history. $10.00. Initially, the company focused on selling sharpeners, but in 1981, the Glessers put down roots in Golden, Colorado and introduced the first Spyderco folding knife. Again, I think it speaks to the engineering put into this knife. $10.00. It looks to have received the same handle treatment as the LW Para 3, and it will … At about $140 it’s ~$20 more expensive, or basically what it would cost to slap a Lynch clip on a Para 3! I had the Sage 1,3 (blue), and 4.. Sold them all. Spyderco’s popular Sage Series is a distinctive family of folding knives that uses a single design theme to showcase influential lock designs and honor their inventors. To me the sage 5 will be a mini para 2. RC15 Platinum Member Platinum Member. Jan 29, 2017. $10.00. Brock O Lee Member Posts: 2269 Joined: Thu Jul 21, 2011 9:34 am Location: Victoria, Australia. Para 3 or Sage 5 Discussion in 'Spyderco' started by ucfgrad93, Jan 16, 2018. It is a PM2 scaled down to the Sage size. Folding Knife Spyderco SpydieChef Titanium. Para 3 vs Sage 5. Read our hands on review before you buy a Para 3 LW in FRN. Lighter than it's G-10 handle cousin, this P3 incorporates injection-molded FRN (fibegrlass reinforced nylon) scales and a streamlined version of their patented Compression Lock mechanism. $12.00. The off-centered blade, only having one washer and some reported blade play has turned me off to the para 3 lightweight. Discuss Spyderco's products and history. Looking to upgrade my EDC from my SAK Tinker to either the Para 3 or Sage 5. £131.95. Spyderco Native 5 Lightweight vs Benchmade Griptilian Similarities, Differences and Our EDC Preference Two Competing Everyday Carry Knives (Left: Benchmade 551SBK Griptilian – Right: Spyderco Native 5 Lightweight) Excellent EDC Options . If you want a 3” Spyderco with a full flat ground blade, a compression lock, S30V steel, a forward choil, and all the other things that make it worth waking up in the morning to deal with another day on this earth, why not buy the new Sage 5? Read our hands on review before you buy a Para 3 LW in FRN. Very happy with the purchase. Bushbaby For Sale. Spyderco Bandana Red w/ Black Bugs. What would you recommend and why? Post by awa54 » Sat Dec 22, 2018 5:46 am . Forum rules. My vote would go to the Native 5, I … spyderco sage 5 spyderco sage 5 custom scales spyderco sage 5 exclusive spyderco sage 5 lightweight spyderco sage 5 lightweight price spyderco sage 5 lw spyderco sage 5 review spyderco sage 5 scales spyderco sage 5 sprint run spyderco sage 5 vs para 3. $10.00. But, I think you'll love the Para 3, it's just so great with that amazing wire clip. Spyderco Bandana Black w/ Red Bugs. Low prices on Spyderco Sage 5 Compression Lock, 3" S30V Blade, Carbon Fiber/G10 Handles - C123CFPCL. Para 3 Vs. Sage 5. Para 3 vs Sage 5. Top. If you don’t already own a Sage (or Caly 3, Native, etc) then I’d give the Sage 5 a nod over the Sage 1 unless you have a strong preference for a particular locking mechanism. Jan 16, 2018 #2. £41.95. Paid Subscribers don't see ads! Chap LW, Sage 5 LW, Para 3 LW in BD1N with SPY-27 on the way; Native 5 LW in S30V with choice of black or pink handle, S110V, LC200N, Maxamet, and also SPY-27 soon, all with unique handle colors as standard production. Hi everyone! Spyderco Mug Red w/ Black Bugs. The Spyderco Native 5 (Check Price On Amazon – Over 235 Reviews!) Paid Subscribers don't see ads! Spyderco (Accessories) From T-shirts to lanyards and everything in between, you can find your favorite Spyderco swag here. June 2019. It took months for my Sage 5 to get broken in, and this Para 3 was already smoother right out of the box. Para 3 vs Native 5 (S110V) for EDC. Even after disassembling the knife everything came back together smoothly. Jun 4, 2019 - An in-depth review of the Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight. Spyderco. £221.95. The Sage Series is a family of identically patterned knives that showcases the innovative lock mechanisms that helped define modern folding knife technology. This item Spyderco Sage 5 Prestige Folding Knife with 3" CPM S30V Stainless Steel Blade and Black Carbon Fiber Laminate Handle - PlainEdge - C123CFPCL Spyderco Para 3 Signature Folding Knife with 2.95" Stainless Steel Blade and Durable G-10 Handle - PlainEdge - C223GP Spyderco says 3.2 so you are right on the money there. The blade had a clean, hair popping edge, and I just started grinning. The Spyderco Paramilitary 3 (Check Price On Amazon – Over 245 Reviews!) Jun 4, 2019 - An in-depth review of the Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight. The owner expressly agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Spyderco, Inc. for all claims resulting directly or indirectly from the purchase, possession, ownership, transportation, or use of the item in violation of applicable federal, state and local laws or regulations. Sage 5 lightweight vs Para 3 lightweight, which one finds your pocket more? The Para 3’s strongest competition comes from within Spyderco’s catalogue – and it’s NOT the PM2. Comparing pics of the two knives, I personally would take the Sage 5 LW over the Para 3 LW any day of the week I guess: Virtually same blade and edge length, still a bit shorter when closed, probably a tiny bit shorter handle, but still offering seemingly a lot more usable grip area behind the choil. The ergos are just magnificent, love the thumb ramp. The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Pick up a few stickers or a protective pouch today. Spyderco Sage 5. Sage 5 lightweight looks superior on paper. Dec 6, 2017. Graham S. 12-20-2016. Spyderco Sage 5 Lightweight PlainEdge Folding Knife with Black FRN Handle and Full-Flat CPM S30V Steel Blade - C123PBK. Para 3 LW vs. Sage 5. Posted by just now. Adds so much to the user experience and handling! Discuss Spyderco's products and history. I'm looking to own 1 of these for EDC. $166.00. Folding Knife Spyderco Sage 5 Compression Lock Carbon. Folding Knife Spyderco Robin2 Black Blade. Spyderco Sage 5 vs. PM2 Discussion in 'General Knife Discussion' started by Matthew Pozzi, Jun 2 ... Not to confuse your decision even more, but what about a Para 3? SpyderCoin 2021. Dec 13, 2017. Search Advanced search. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom) Popular Post. Folding Knife Spyderco Tasman Salt Yellow. Although in the long run I think I still prefer the axis lock vs. compression when comparing these two office or lightweight carries. £347.95 . The responses here really show how much variety Spyderco offers. £99.95. When looking for a good sized, lightweight, everyday carry knife at an affordable price, the Benchmade Griptilian and Spyderco Native 5 are great options. The G10 scales with an overlay of carbon fiber makes it feel and look elegant. I am looking into buying my next spyderco, and I am stuck between the Para 3 and the Sage 5. 4.7 out of 5 stars 20. Respect™ Bandana. Article from bladereviews.com. Forum rules. This thing just plain works. 50 ($25.52/oz) Get it as soon as Thu, Dec 10. 407. 100% satisfaction guarantee + 60-day money-back returns. Forum rules. I know a lot of people will get both, but to me the size difference is enough to put them in separate knife categories. Salt® 2 Green LC200N. Spyderco will donate approximately 5% of sales of the Sage to the National Alzheimer's Association Denver, Colorado Chapter. I don't own nor have ever handled a Sage 5 but plan on grabbing the new yet to be released LW version when it arrives in stores. Here is a shot of the Para 3 LW compared with my Spyderco Sage 5: Blade centering is perfect on my piece. The Spyderco Native 5 with S110V blade steel and dark blue FRN handles is part of the same sort of unequal equation. 576. Lightweight Sage 5! SSSSS. And good point regarding the weight of the Sage 1. Para 3 lw is roughly the same size but I wouldn't really … Sold on Spyderco. This new lightweight takes this proven design to the next level of lightweight performance. £241.95. Folding Knife Spyderco Robin2 Black. FREE Shipping by Amazon. Roadie™ $80.00. If/when we start seeing the Para 3 in different color and steel options, I may pick one up. Vote. Spyderco Mug Black w/ Red Bugs. 16 posts • Page 1 of 1. mountainguy Member Posts: 18 Joined: Mon Aug 07, 2017 5:03 am Location: Colorado. Para Military™ 2 CPM® CRU-WEAR® Micarta® $245.00. Re: Para 3 vs Sage 5. $166.00. For now it just seems too similar to my Sage 5. At IWA 2019 (in the YouTube video from ARHADYR), Spyderco's Eric Glesser showed the knife he was carrying in his pocket: a lightweight Sage 5! Depending on my clothing and mood I usually rotate knives between the Slysz Bowie, ZT 0450 in titanium and the Sage 5. How Tall Is Eric Gorges. 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. 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