Product Description
The Para 3 Lightweight C223PFG is a Knifeworks Exclusive: Spyderco's compact Para 3 Lightweight in Forest Green FRN, made as an exclusive production run for Knifeworks. It pairs a 3.0" CTS-204P clip point blade with a 2.4 oz pocket-friendly build.
CTS-204P is a powder metallurgy stainless steel from Carpenter Technology, built to balance wear resistance, toughness, and corrosion resistance. In everyday carry, that means an edge that keeps cutting through boxes, tape, and cord for a long stretch, and a blade that handles sweat and humid weather well. The 0.145" blade is full-flat ground with a satin finish, so it slices cleanly while the clip point stays fine enough for detail work.
- Blade: 3.0" CTS-204P clip point, full-flat grind, satin finish, plain edge, 0.145" thick.
- Handle: Forest Green FRN scales with Spyderco's Bi-Directional Texturing for grip in either direction; 4.29" closed, 0.45" thick, 2.4 oz.
- Deployment + Lock: Spyderco Round Hole for one-handed opening with either hand; the Compression Lock releases from the spine side, so your fingers stay clear of the closing blade.
- Carry: Reversible deep-pocket wire clip for tip-up carry on the right or left side; 7.24" overall.
Ideal for: Spyderco collectors who want a Para 3 Lightweight in a colorway made for Knifeworks; EDC carriers who want a light 3-inch folder that disappears in a pocket; and left-handed users who need a reversible clip and ambidextrous opening.
The Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight in CTS-204P with Forest Green FRN (C223PFG), a Knifeworks Exclusive, ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana. Knifeworks is an authorized Spyderco dealer.
Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight Knifeworks Exclusive (C223PFG).
What lock does the Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight C223PFG use?＋
The Para 3 Lightweight uses Spyderco's Compression Lock. When the knife is open, a leaf spring in the liner 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.
What makes the C223PFG a Knifeworks Exclusive?＋
The C223PFG is an exclusive production run that Spyderco made for Knifeworks, pairing the Para 3 Lightweight with Forest Green FRN scales and a CTS-204P blade. Spyderco does not make custom knives, so this is a standard Spyderco production knife in a colorway produced for Knifeworks.
What is CTS-204P steel?＋
CTS-204P is a powder metallurgy stainless steel from Carpenter Technology. It is designed to balance wear resistance, toughness, and corrosion resistance, so it holds a working edge well in daily carry and resists rust and staining. It sharpens best on diamond or ceramic abrasives.
What is the Para 3 Lightweight blade good for?＋
The C223PFG has a 3.0-inch clip point blade with a full-flat grind and a satin finish. It is a strong everyday slicer for opening packages, breaking down boxes, cutting cord, and food prep, and the fine clip point handles detail work. At 2.4 ounces, it carries easily in a pocket all day.
What comes with the Para 3 Lightweight C223PFG?＋
The C223PFG ships as a knife with its reversible deep-pocket wire clip installed. It is knife only, with no sheath included. Packaging and included items are set by Spyderco and are subject to change.
Where is the Para 3 Lightweight C223PFG made, and what warranty covers it?＋
This Para 3 Lightweight is made in Golden, Colorado, USA. 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.
KNIFEWORKS EXCLUSIVE · CTS-204P · FOREST GREEN FRN
The Para 3 Lightweight in Forest Green
A 2.4 oz folder with a 3.0-inch CTS-204P blade, a Compression Lock, and a reversible tip-up clip for right or left carry. Questions? Our team carries these knives daily. We ship same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.
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Warranty Information
Spyderco warrants this knife to the original purchaser against defects in materials and workmanship. If a manufacturing defect is found, Spyderco will repair or replace the item at their discretion. This warranty does not cover damage from misuse, abuse, modifications, neglect, or normal wear and tear. As a Knifeworks Exclusive manufactured specifically for Knifeworks, replacement units of this exact configuration may be limited once current inventory sells through. To initiate a warranty or service inquiry, contact Spyderco directly at spyderco.com or call (800) 525-7770.Specifications
| Product Type | Folding Knife | |
| Product Brand | Spyderco | |
| Model | Para 3 Lightweight | |
| Item Number | C223PFG | |
| Exclusivity | Knifeworks Exclusive — manufactured specifically for Knifeworks, confirmed by Spyderco | |
| Blade Length | 3.0 in | |
| Blade Steel | CTS-204P | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.145 in | |
| Blade Style | Clip Point | |
| Blade Grind | Full-Flat | |
| Blade Edge | Plain Edge | |
| Blade Finish | Satin | |
| Handle Material | Fiberglass-Reinforced Nylon (FRN) | |
| Handle Texture | Bi-Directional Texturing | |
| Handle Color | Forest Green (Knifeworks Exclusive) | |
| Lock Type | Compression Lock | |
| Opening Mechanism | Spyderco Round Hole — Ambidextrous | |
| Pocket Clip | Reversible Deep-Pocket Wire Clip | |
| Clip Position | Tip-Up, 4-Position (Left/Right) | |
| Overall Length | 7.24 in | |
| Closed Length | 4.29 in | |
| Handle Thickness | 0.45 in | |
| Weight | 2.4 oz | |
| Origin | Made in Golden, Colorado, USA | |
| Blade Range | 3-3.49 |
