Product Description
The Spyderco Sage 5 Salt C123GPBKMCBK is the all-black version of Spyderco's Salt series Sage 5, pairing a 3.00" CPM MagnaCut drop point under a non-reflective TiCN coating with black G-10 and a Compression Lock.
CPM MagnaCut is a powder metallurgy stainless steel designed by Dr. Larrin Thomas to balance edge retention, toughness, and high corrosion resistance, which makes it a natural fit for Spyderco's Salt series. Spyderco full-flat grinds the drop point blade for efficient slicing and coats it in TiCN (titanium carbonitride), a thin, hard coating that cuts glare. The black G-10 scales carry Spyderco's Caribbean Bi-Directional Texture over nested, skeletonized stainless steel liners, black coated to match.
- Blade: 3.00" CPM MagnaCut drop point, full-flat grind, TiCN black coating, plain edge, 0.118" thick.
- Handle: Black G-10 with Caribbean Bi-Directional Texture over black-coated stainless steel liners; lanyard hole.
- Deployment + Lock: Spyderco Round Hole opening; Compression Lock.
- Carry: 4.27" closed, 7.27" overall, 3.17 oz; reversible black deep-pocket wire clip for tip-up carry on either side.
Ideal for: saltwater anglers, boaters, and divers who want a non-reflective folder, low-profile everyday carry, and fans of Spyderco's Salt series.
The Spyderco Sage 5 Salt C123GPBKMCBK is sold by Knifeworks, an authorized Spyderco dealer, and ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.
Spyderco Sage 5 Salt C123GPBKMCBK: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the Spyderco Sage 5 Salt with CPM MagnaCut blade and TiCN black coating (C123GPBKMCBK).
What lock does the Spyderco Sage 5 Salt C123GPBKMCBK use?＋
It uses Spyderco's Compression Lock. A leaf spring set into the spine of the handle wedges against the blade tang to hold the blade open; to close it, press the exposed spring toward the opposite side. The lock works the same in either hand, and the blade opens one-handed with the Spyderco Round Hole.
How corrosion resistant is the Sage 5 Salt?＋
It is part of Spyderco's Salt series. The blade is CPM MagnaCut, a stainless steel known for high corrosion resistance, under a black TiCN coating, and the G-10 scales and black-coated stainless steel liners are built for wet conditions. Rinse it with fresh water and dry it after saltwater use to keep it in top shape.
What is the TiCN Black coating?＋
TiCN (titanium carbonitride) is a thin, hard coating applied by physical vapor deposition. On the Sage 5 Salt it gives the blade a non-reflective black finish and adds surface wear resistance. Like any coating, it can show wear with heavy use over time.
How does the pocket clip carry?＋
The black-coated, reversible deep-pocket wire clip carries the knife tip-up on either side of the body, so it works for left- or right-hand carry. The handle also has a generously sized lanyard hole for a safety line or lanyard.
What's included with the C123GPBKMCBK?＋
The knife ships with its pocket clip installed. This is a knife-only listing, so no sheath is included. Packaging and contents are set by Spyderco and are subject to change.
Where is the Sage 5 Salt made, and what is the warranty?＋
Spyderco makes the Sage 5 Salt C123GPBKMCBK in Taiwan. Spyderco covers the owner of a genuine Spyderco product for the life of the product against defects in material and workmanship. The warranty does not cover damage from accidents, abuse, misuse, improper sharpening, or normal wear and tear, and shipping to and from Spyderco is the customer's responsibility. For warranty service, contact Spyderco at 800-525-7770 x3 or customerservice@spyderco.com.
CPM MagnaCut · Salt Series · Compression Lock
An All-Black Sage 5 Built for Salt Water
A 3.00" TiCN-coated MagnaCut drop point with black G-10 and a reversible tip-up clip. Questions? Our team carries these knives daily. We ship same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.
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Warranty Information
Spyderco offers a lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship. Contact Spyderco at spyderco.com.Specifications
| Product Type | Folding Knife | |
| Product Brand | Spyderco | |
| Model | Sage™ 5 Salt Series | |
| Item Number | C123GPBKMCBK | |
| Blade Length | 3.0 in | |
| Edge Length | 2.64 in | |
| Blade Steel | CPM MagnaCut | |
| Blade Finish | TiCN (Titanium Carbonitride) Non-Reflective Black Coating | |
| Blade Grind | Full Flat | |
| Blade Style | Drop Point | |
| Blade Edge | Plain | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.118 in | |
| Handle Material | G-10 with Caribbean Bi-Directional Texture | |
| Handle Color | Black | |
| Liner Material | Nested Skeletonized Stainless Steel, Marine-Grade, Black Coated | |
| Lock Type | Compression Lock | |
| Opener | Spyderco Round Hole | |
| Overall Length | 7.27 in | |
| Closed Length | 4.27 in | |
| Weight | 3.17 oz | |
| Pocket Clip | Reversible Deep-Pocket Wire Clip, Tip-Up, Left or Right Side, Black Coated | |
| Carry Position | Tip-Up, Right Hand | |
| Lanyard Hole | Yes — Generously Sized for Safety Line Attachment | |
| Origin | Taiwan | |
| Blade Range | 3-3.49 |
