The Para 3 Lightweight uses a streamlined version of Spyderco's Compression Lock. Instead of full liners, a stainless steel lock bar is set into the FRN handle, and when the knife is open it wedges between the blade tang and the stop pin. You release it from the spine side of the handle with one hand, which keeps your fingers out of the blade's path as it closes.

The Para 3 Lightweight uses injection-molded FRN scales with a Bi-Directional Texture and a linerless, open-backed build with a stainless steel lock bar set into the handle. Spyderco says this makes it almost 30 percent lighter than the G-10 Para 3, at 2.4 ounces.

Spyderco's SpyderEdge is a fully serrated edge pattern. The serrations grip fibrous materials, so the blade cuts rope, webbing, seatbelt material, and cordage where a plain edge tends to slip. To sharpen it, use the corner of a triangle or tapered rod to touch up each serration from the beveled side, then lightly remove the burr on the flat side. Spyderco also offers factory sharpening service.

CTS-BD1N is an American stainless steel with added nitrogen, which helps it hold a keen edge while resisting corrosion. It handles daily use with little upkeep and stands up well to sweat and humid weather.

The C223SBK ships as a knife with its reversible deep-pocket wire clip installed. It is knife only, with no sheath or lanyard included. Packaging and included items are set by Spyderco and are subject to change.

This Para 3 Lightweight is made in the United States. Spyderco warrants that its genuine products are free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product. The warranty does not cover loss, theft, accidents, abuse, misuse, improper sharpening, normal wear and tear, or alterations, and broken, lost, or bent metal clips are typically not covered. Shipping to and from Spyderco is the owner's responsibility. Contact Spyderco directly and include the Spyderco Warranty & Repair Form with any return. Knifeworks does not warranty this product independently.