Spyderco Lil Temperance 3 VG10 Satin Plain Blade Black FRN Handles C69PBK3

Description: C69PBK3 Lil' Temperance 3 LightweightSpyderco KnivesSpyderco co-founder Sal Glesser is no stranger to the idea of carrying a knife as a personal-defense tool. Growing up in one of the poorer—and tougher—areas of Brooklyn, New York, he learned to appreciate the protective value of knives at an early age. Later in life, that streetwise attitude also led him to train in various martial arts, including disciplines that focused on edged-weapon skills. And while most of Sal’s knife designs have emphasized the utilitarian application of the edge, several of them have unapologetically embraced the spirit of what he calls “Martial Blade Craft.” These include the various expressions of the Lil’ Temperance folder and the latest member of that family, the Lil’ Temperance 3 Lightweight.In 2022, Spyderco took the evolution of the Lil’ Temperance concept a step further, replacing the G-10 scales of the Lil’ Temperance 3 with injection-molded fiberglass-reinforced-nylon (FRN) to create the Lil’ Temperance 3 Lightweight. Like all Spyderco “lightweight” knives, the term reflects the handle’s FRN construction, not necessarily a significant reduction in weight compared to other versions of the design. In the case of the Lil’ Temperance 3 Lightweight, the actual weight reduction is only 0.2 ounces (6 grams), or five percent.The more important benefit of the FRN scales on this knife is that they allow a deeply molded Bi-Directional Texture pattern. Compared to the subtle texture of peel-ply G-10, this texture significantly enhances the handle’s grip security, especially in high-stress situations or challenging environmental conditions. Faithful to its predecessors, the exact center of both scales features a subtle divot that aligns perfectly with the concave area of the pocket clip to provide a defined pivot point for grip changes. Skeletonized stainless steel liners nested within the scales form the foundation of the knife’s high-strength Compression Lock mechanism. They also provide a solid anchor for its broad-based, four-position pocket clip, which is fully configurable for left or right-side, tip-up or tip-down carry. For those who like to use fobs or lanyards on their knives, the handle also includes a generously sized lanyard hole.The stout, leaf-shaped blade of the Lil’ Temperance 3 Lightweight is full-flat ground from 4mm-thick VG-10 stainless steel and has a minimal ricasso to maximize its edge length. It includes a textured thumb ramp for enhanced control during use and is available in a choice of PlainEdge or fully serrated SpyderEdge formats.Proudly continuing the legacy of a true Spyderco classic, the Lil’ Temperance 3 Lightweight faithfully honors the spirit of the original design while incorporating several significant refinements that make it even more functional and capable. Whether you are looking for a compact, heavy-duty utility knife or a trustworthy personal-defense tool, it is definitely up to the task.SpecificationsBlade Length: 2.92" (74 mm)Closed Length: 4.37" (111 mm)Overall Length: 7.17" (182 mm)Cutting Edge: 2.82" (72 mm)Blade Thickness: 0.157" (4.0 mm)Blade Material: VG-10 Stainless SteelBlade Style: Leaf-ShapedBlade Grind: Full FlatBlade Finish: SatinBlade Edge: PlainHandle Material: FRNHandle Color: BlackLocking Mechanism: Compression LockPocket Clip: Tip-Down, Tip-Down, Left/Right CarryModel Number: C69PBK3Model Name: Lil' Temperance 3 LightweightDesigner: Sal GlesserWeight: 3.81 oz. (108 g)Made in JapanUPC Code: 716104016907

Price: 189 USD

Location: Tampa, Florida

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