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The Native 5 redefines what a practical and multi-functional cutting tool should be--combining the original size, shape and ergonomics of the classic Native model while incorporating significant design and engineering upgrades. This knife is Spyderco's first production folder that utilizes Crucible Inc.'s advanced powdered technology in their CPM-S35VN blade steel. This steel is similar to CPM-S30V but the additional Niobium carbides improves resistance to wear and chipping while still providing increased edge retention properties. The Native 5 models also feature a highly refined back lock mechanism that uses a rocker arm that pivots in the center which represents the pinnacle of strength and ease of operation. The added finger choil with jimping both there are on the spine of the blade provide an opportunity for precision cutting and the enlarged torx screws allow for user-friendly maintenance with easy adjustments. Like most of Spyderco's popular models, the Native 5 comes in many different models with varying handle materials, handle colors, blade finishes, blade variations and finally blade materials. This model, the C41TIFP5, features a fluted titanium handle, a satin finished leaf shaped blade, Spyderco's trademark round hole opening feature and an ambidextrous 4-way positional pocket clip which allows for a tip up or tip down carry option on either side of the handle. Made in the USA.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Blade Length: 2.95"
- Overall Length: 6.95"
- Blade Material: CPM-S35VN Stainless Steel
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Handle Length: 4"
- Handle Material: Titanium
- Weight: 4.2 oz.
While this certainly wont be my last knife, this definitely will stay in the collection forever . The first thing that impressed me about the Native 5 was the lockupthe click sound letting you know the knife was in the fully locked position stood out above many other knife models I was looking at. The action was smooth which made it very easy to operate even though it is just a folder. I was a big fan of the size of the knifecertainly not small by any means but large enough to almost go unnoticed in your pocket and could perform any job you throw at it. The handle only being G10 was the perfect balance between of texture because it can slide in or out of the pocket with ease but still had enough on it to warrant superior gribibility. The blade steel being S35-VN made this knife not only a fantastic bang for your buck, but showed uncompromising strength, durability and edge retention over the competition. This EDC will certainly be a leader in every category.
