Product Description
The Sage 5 Lightweight C123PCBL pairs Spyderco's lightweight Compression Lock folder with a 3.00" CPM SPY27 blade. Its cobalt blue FRN scales trim the weight and add a Bi-Directional Texture for grip.
CPM SPY27 is Spyderco's proprietary stainless steel, developed in close cooperation with Crucible Industries. Spyderco describes it as the proven VG-10 composition with additional alloys, made with Crucible's particle metallurgy process, and it balances toughness, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening. In daily carry, that means an edge that keeps cutting through boxes, tape, and cord, handles sweat and humid weather well, and touches up without much fuss. The thin 0.118" blade has a full-flat grind and a satin finish for clean slicing.
- Blade: 3.00" CPM SPY27 leaf-shaped blade with a 2.64" PlainEdge, full-flat grind, satin finish, 0.118" thick.
- Handle: Cobalt blue injection-molded FRN scales with Bi-Directional Texture, over nested, skeletonized stainless steel liners; 4.17" closed, 2.9 oz.
- Deployment + Lock: Spyderco Trademark Round Hole for one-handed opening; 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; 7.13" overall.
Ideal for: EDC carriers who want a light 3-inch folder under 3 oz; lock-mechanism enthusiasts collecting Spyderco's Sage Series; and Spyderco collectors building a CPM SPY27 lineup.
The Spyderco Sage 5 Lightweight in CPM SPY27 with cobalt blue FRN (C123PCBL) ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana. Knifeworks is an authorized Spyderco dealer.
Spyderco Sage 5 Lightweight: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the Spyderco Sage 5 Lightweight (C123PCBL).
What lock does the Spyderco Sage 5 Lightweight C123PCBL use?＋
The Sage 5 Lightweight uses Spyderco's own Compression Lock, built into the nested, skeletonized stainless steel liners. 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 is CPM SPY27 steel?＋
CPM SPY27 is Spyderco's proprietary stainless steel, developed in close cooperation with Crucible Industries. Spyderco describes it as the proven VG-10 composition with additional alloys, produced with Crucible's particle metallurgy process. It balances toughness, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening, and cobalt blue handles mark it as part of Spyderco's CPM SPY27 family.
What is the Sage 5 Lightweight blade good for?＋
The C123PCBL has a 3.00-inch leaf-shaped blade with a 2.64-inch PlainEdge and a thin 0.118-inch full-flat grind, which makes it a strong everyday slicer for opening packages, breaking down boxes, cutting cord, and food prep. At 2.9 ounces, it carries easily in a pocket all day.
What is the Sage Series, and does it support a charity?＋
Spyderco created the Sage Series to showcase folding-knife lock mechanisms and their inventors, and the Sage 5 highlights Spyderco's own Compression Lock. Spyderco says it donates approximately 5 percent of sales of the Sage line to the Alzheimer's Association Colorado Chapter, which supports care, support, and research for families affected by Alzheimer's disease.
What comes with the Sage 5 Lightweight C123PCBL?＋
The C123PCBL 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 Sage 5 Lightweight C123PCBL made, and what warranty covers it?＋
This Sage 5 Lightweight is made in Taiwan. 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.
CPM SPY27 · COBALT BLUE FRN · SAGE SERIES
A Light Sage 5 in CPM SPY27
A 2.9 oz folder with a 3.00-inch full-flat ground blade, a Compression Lock, and a reversible deep-pocket clip for low-profile 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 Warranty: 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 handling, alterations, neglect, improper sharpening, normal wear and tear, aftermarket or modified parts, or repairs by services not authorized by Spyderco, and broken, lost, or bent metal clips are typically not covered. If Spyderco finds a defect, it will repair or exchange the knife with the same, a similar, or an equal-value model. 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.Specifications
| Product Type | Folding Knife | |
| Brand | Spyderco | |
| Product Name | Sage 5 Lightweight | |
| Model # | C123PCBL | |
| Overall Length | 7.13" | |
| Closed Length | 4.17" | |
| Blade Length | 3.00" | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.118" | |
| Blade Material | CPM-SPY27 | |
| Blade Style | Leaf Shape | |
| Blade Edge | Plain | |
| Blade Grind | Flat | |
| Blade Finish | Satin | |
| Handle Material | FRN | |
| Handle Finish | Blue | |
| Lock Type | Compression Lock | |
| Clip Position | Ambi | |
| Weight | 3.2 oz | |
| Origin | Taiwan | |
| Blade Range | 3-3.49 |
