The Native Chief Lightweight Salt uses a precision-machined Back Lock. When the blade opens, a spring-loaded lock bar in the spine of the handle drops into a notch in the blade tang and holds it securely. To close, press the exposed section of the lock bar on the back of the handle and fold the blade, keeping your fingers clear of the edge. The lock works the same for left- and right-handed users.

LC200N is a nitrogen-alloyed stainless steel originally developed for aerospace bearing applications. Using nitrogen in place of much of the carbon gives it extremely high corrosion resistance along with good toughness, which makes it a strong choice for knives used in and around salt water.

LC200N is extremely corrosion resistant, but a quick freshwater rinse and dry after salt exposure is still good practice. It clears salt, sand, and debris from the pivot and lock so the knife keeps opening and closing smoothly over time.

Spyderco's SpyderEdge is a fully serrated edge pattern. The serrations grip fibrous materials, so the blade cuts rope, braid, mono, webbing, and netting 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.

The C244SGR ships as a knife with its four-position pocket clip installed. It is knife only, with no sheath included. Packaging and included items are set by Spyderco and are subject to change.

This Native Chief Lightweight Salt 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.