This Para 3 Lightweight model is all blacked out with a black FRN handle and a black DLC finished blade with a plain edge.
The Para 3 Lightweight takes the concept of the original Para 3 to a whole new level. As the original was a smaller, lighter version of the popular Paramilitary 2, this model is even lighter. The handle is made from textured injection-molded FRN and is set for ambidextrous tip-up carry. The blade is made from CTS-BD1N with a full-flat ground satin finish.
The Para 3 Lightweight was awarded Most Innovative American Design at Blade Show 2019.
Features:
CTS-BD1N blade offers a exceptional corrosion and wear resistance.
Ergonomic textured FRN handle offers heightened comfort and grip strength.
Ambidextrous wire clip for left or right side carry.
This is my first Spyderco purchase. Honestly, I never liked the look. But, after much research, video watching, etc., I decided to purchase. I've had it less than a week, and the "Spydie flick" took me about a day to get it. Now, I can't stop playing with the thing! I am not an everyday, hard use guy. I carry this most days, use it some days, but am absolutely enjoying this knife. Very light, and so fun to flick. So far, so great!
Great knife so far
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Jeff T.
08-17-2020
I've only had this about a week, but love it so far. The compression lock is my new favorite lock, and I love a wire pocket clip. It was really tight when I got it, but loosening the pivot a little helped. Came razor sharp. The weight makes this an ideal EDC knaf. If only I could master the spydey flick.
Bugout pesticide?...perhaps
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Mitchell B.
08-14-2020
My second knife ever was the G10 blacked out PM3 in 2013, and that is all I carried for 7 years. FF to 2020, and holy crud had things changed! Pros: Great strength & toughness to weight ratio, super light in pocket, Spyderco fidget factor out of the box, typically excellent blade grind and a perfect pocket clip (Spyderco - learn from yourselves and start moving most of your models to the wire).
Cons: After a good month of carrying, the BD1N steel definitely lost that popping edge that my S30V PM3 took 2 or 3 months to lose - not a huge deal because it stropped up very quickly on the Sharpmaker fine stones. The jimping on the thumb ramp is great for ergonomics - but it catches and drags pretty severely when I pocket it tip-up right side.
Overall a great value and a great evolution to the PM3 for lighter carry, but I would not call it a Bugout killer - my Bugout out slices, has better edge retention, carries easier in the pocket, and matches the fidget factor of this PM3. The PM3 only wins outright on scale toughness and grip in hand. This is still a great knife and a standard for sure!
Buy it
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MATT S.
08-11-2020
To me this is a must have knife. It is my all-time favorite EDC. Great to carry, lightweight but hardy. I love the wire clip. The knife feels great in my hand whether open or closed. I think the all blacked out color looks awesome.
Probably the best knife i will ever get!
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Ian D.
06-22-2020
This is a great knife for EDC! It works great for every day cary and is also stands up to hard work.
worthy of the price and reputation
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jeremy j.
05-22-2020
I have collected knives and swords for 20 years ranging from hunting to EDC and collecting. Lately I've been looking into lightweight EDC knives for different possible situations and kept coming back to the para 3. Its razor sharp and the blade locks into place tightly with no play in any direction. It has a good grip that doesn't want to snag on gloves or clothing. Its thin and obviously light. I LITERALLY forget I'm carrying it.
It's worth it in every way possible.
The best Everyday Carry Knaf
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Jesse G.
01-31-2020
I've owned other Spyderco knives. I've always wanted a Para 3. Now that I've purchased one, I understand what all of the hype is about. This knife is perfect. The deep-carry clip. The fact that it's lightweight in the hand. Great blade steel. And it just looks so darn good in all black. Easily the best purchase I've made on a knife.
Amazing EDC
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Branden M.
01-05-2020
Absolutely amazing knife. I was expecting it to be a little stiff, only having a washer on one side of the knife, but it falls shut easy! Love the all black design, and it really is weightless. If you are debating, buy it, you won't regret it!
EDC Perfection
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Chad I.
12-23-2019
I've always wanted a Para 3 in my knife lineup, but the G-10 version wasn't for me. I bought this knife instead & after a couple weeks of carrying it I really love it. The "QC" on this knife is flawless. Looks great. Disappears in the pocket. Ergo's are incredible. Wire clip for the win. Compression locks rock & the DLC coated blade is quite impressive. This knife outperforms its price tag. My Bugout has been replaced. Thank you Spyderco & BladeHQ.
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This Para 3 Lightweight model is all blacked out with a black FRN handle and a black DLC finished blade with a plain edge.
The Para 3 Lightweight takes the concept of the original Para 3 to a whole new level. As the original was a smaller, lighter version of the popular Paramilitary 2, this model is even lighter. The handle is made from textured injection-molded FRN and is set for ambidextrous tip-up carry. The blade is made from CTS-BD1N with a full-flat ground satin finish.
The Para 3 Lightweight was awarded Most Innovative American Design at Blade Show 2019.
Features:
CTS-BD1N blade offers a exceptional corrosion and wear resistance.
Ergonomic textured FRN handle offers heightened comfort and grip strength.
Ambidextrous wire clip for left or right side carry.
This is my first Spyderco purchase. Honestly, I never liked the look. But, after much research, video watching, etc., I decided to purchase. I've had it less than a week, and the "Spydie flick" took me about a day to get it. Now, I can't stop playing with the thing! I am not an everyday, hard use guy. I carry this most days, use it some days, but am absolutely enjoying this knife. Very light, and so fun to flick. So far, so great!
Great knife so far
SSSSS
SSSSS
Jeff T.
08-17-2020
I've only had this about a week, but love it so far. The compression lock is my new favorite lock, and I love a wire pocket clip. It was really tight when I got it, but loosening the pivot a little helped. Came razor sharp. The weight makes this an ideal EDC knaf. If only I could master the spydey flick.
Bugout pesticide?...perhaps
SSSSS
SSSSS
Mitchell B.
08-14-2020
My second knife ever was the G10 blacked out PM3 in 2013, and that is all I carried for 7 years. FF to 2020, and holy crud had things changed! Pros: Great strength & toughness to weight ratio, super light in pocket, Spyderco fidget factor out of the box, typically excellent blade grind and a perfect pocket clip (Spyderco - learn from yourselves and start moving most of your models to the wire).
Cons: After a good month of carrying, the BD1N steel definitely lost that popping edge that my S30V PM3 took 2 or 3 months to lose - not a huge deal because it stropped up very quickly on the Sharpmaker fine stones. The jimping on the thumb ramp is great for ergonomics - but it catches and drags pretty severely when I pocket it tip-up right side.
Overall a great value and a great evolution to the PM3 for lighter carry, but I would not call it a Bugout killer - my Bugout out slices, has better edge retention, carries easier in the pocket, and matches the fidget factor of this PM3. The PM3 only wins outright on scale toughness and grip in hand. This is still a great knife and a standard for sure!
Buy it
SSSSS
SSSSS
MATT S.
08-11-2020
To me this is a must have knife. It is my all-time favorite EDC. Great to carry, lightweight but hardy. I love the wire clip. The knife feels great in my hand whether open or closed. I think the all blacked out color looks awesome.
Probably the best knife i will ever get!
SSSSS
SSSSS
Ian D.
06-22-2020
This is a great knife for EDC! It works great for every day cary and is also stands up to hard work.
worthy of the price and reputation
SSSSS
SSSSS
jeremy j.
05-22-2020
I have collected knives and swords for 20 years ranging from hunting to EDC and collecting. Lately I've been looking into lightweight EDC knives for different possible situations and kept coming back to the para 3. Its razor sharp and the blade locks into place tightly with no play in any direction. It has a good grip that doesn't want to snag on gloves or clothing. Its thin and obviously light. I LITERALLY forget I'm carrying it.
It's worth it in every way possible.
The best Everyday Carry Knaf
SSSSS
SSSSS
Jesse G.
01-31-2020
I've owned other Spyderco knives. I've always wanted a Para 3. Now that I've purchased one, I understand what all of the hype is about. This knife is perfect. The deep-carry clip. The fact that it's lightweight in the hand. Great blade steel. And it just looks so darn good in all black. Easily the best purchase I've made on a knife.
Amazing EDC
SSSSS
SSSSS
Branden M.
01-05-2020
Absolutely amazing knife. I was expecting it to be a little stiff, only having a washer on one side of the knife, but it falls shut easy! Love the all black design, and it really is weightless. If you are debating, buy it, you won't regret it!
EDC Perfection
SSSSS
SSSSS
Chad I.
12-23-2019
I've always wanted a Para 3 in my knife lineup, but the G-10 version wasn't for me. I bought this knife instead & after a couple weeks of carrying it I really love it. The "QC" on this knife is flawless. Looks great. Disappears in the pocket. Ergo's are incredible. Wire clip for the win. Compression locks rock & the DLC coated blade is quite impressive. This knife outperforms its price tag. My Bugout has been replaced. Thank you Spyderco & BladeHQ.
