Those of you who have visited this site before can tell fairly easily how much real estate Spydercos take up in my collection. SKU: C223GPBN UPC: 716104012473. With that said, the Para 3 does faithfully retain all the defining features of the best-selling Paramilitary 2, but in a smaller, even handier package. Outstanding edge retention and the midnight blue handle scale color typical for this steel alloy of the textured G10- scales make this pocket knife special. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. Hate to harp on a good thing though man, thanks for taking the time and offering a reasoned, experienced opinion. So far I like it but have not used it much. (The name Spyderco was named after Sal noticed that many high performance sports cars had 'Spyder' in the name, this in turn created the name Spyderco to signify high performance cutting tools.) The Spyderco Paramilitary 3 is the successor of the Spyderco Paramilitary 2. The Spyderco Para 3 is the successor of the … The first product Spyderco Knives Canada. Its three-inch blade is precision machined from premium CPM-S110V particle metallurgy stainless steel and features a full-flat grind for superior edge geometry and low-friction cutting performance. It is a very stainless type of steel that retains its sharpness well. Here is a size comparison between the two knives: As you can see the Para 3 is significantly shorter. Ben reviewed the Para 3 back in 2017, and I acquired and reviewed a Para 3 Lightweight in 2019. SPYDERCO Para 3 3in DLC Black Clip Point Black FRN Handle Folding Knife (C223PBBK) $112.00 Product DescriptionThe award-winning Para 3 Lightweight is rapidly redefining the state of the art in ultralight cutting tools. Spyderco: Para Military 3 - Dark Blue G-10 - CPM-S110V - C223GPDBL This elite version of the Para 3 supercharges the performance of this compact design with state-of-the-art CPM S110V blade steel. It is smaller and narrower than the Para 2. My thoughts and review. M390 vs S110V: I have a knife with M390. item 7 Spyderco Para folding knifes blade offers exceptional cutting power #C223GPDBL 7 ... Top critical review. I am also massively satisfied by the S110V. I’m sure many readers are looking for a size comparison between the Para 2 and Para 3. You see the Para3 is a BIG 3 inch knife and the PM2 is a tiny 3.5 inch (or 3.44 inch) knife. In its basic form, the Para 3 distills all the best-in-class features and benefits of the iconic Para Military™ 2 into a smaller, more pocket-friendly format. The Para Military 2 can be pressed into very hard use, borderline abusive tasks, and it can be a daily companion to open up packages and the like. ... Para 3 vs Native 5 (S110V) for EDC. The Para 3 Lightweight takes the concept of the original Para 3 to a whole new level. Ahh yes. I have never owned S110V so I can not speak of it. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Spyderco Para 3 CPM S110V Signature Folding Knife with 2.95" Stainless Steel Blade and Midnight Blue G-10 Handle - PlainEdge Grind - C223GPDBL at Amazon.com. The first production of the Para 3 featured the full-width lock ramp that has traditionally been used on all our Compression Locks. I originally bought the Para 3 in the more common S30v steel with a digital camo handle. Review Subject Required. It holds its edge ridicously long - … You can read those experiments here.. History. I prefer small knives, but if I have to carry a knife with a big blade, I'd strongly prefer one that tries to cheat its size in some way. bouhunter Member Posts: 337 Joined: Mon Feb 29, 2016 1:48 pm. Our testing of that lock in the Para 3 confirmed that it is robust, reliable, and provides outstanding lock strength--just like the many thousands of other Compression Locks currently in service. In its basic form, the Para 3 distills all the best-in-class features and benefits of the iconic Para Military™ 2 into a smaller, more pocket-friendly format. Post by Brock O Lee » Tue Nov 07, 2017 7:11 am . I’ll also take recommendations on other edc folding knives. In a way weird way it is bigger than the PM2. I was going to my first NFL game, Atlanta vs Tampa Bay and didn’t realize I couldn’t bring it in. The Para3 doesn't do that in any way. The Para 3 is a cm shorter. I just found out that there is a dividend in M390, and for a great price too. The long awaited Cutlery Shoppe Exclusive Para 3 is finally here!