Product Description
The Shaman Lightweight C229PBK keeps the full-size design and heavy-duty build of Spyderco's Shaman but swaps the G-10 for black FRN scales, trimming the weight by 9 percent. This version has a 3.58" PlainEdge blade with a full-flat grind.
CTS-BD1N is an American stainless steel with added nitrogen, which helps it run at high hardness (60-63 HRC here) while still resisting rust. In practice, that means a durable edge that handles daily use, sweat, and humid weather without much upkeep. The 0.145" blade is full-flat ground from spine to edge with a satin finish, so it slices cleanly through cardboard, food, and rope, and its broad leaf-shaped drop point profile gives plenty of belly for long cuts.
- Blade: 3.58" CTS-BD1N leaf-shaped drop point with a 3.08" PlainEdge, full-flat grind, satin finish, 60-63 HRC, 0.145" thick.
- Handle: Black FRN scales with radiused edges and a pebbled texture, over nested, skeletonized stainless steel liners; 4.70" closed, 0.53" thick, 4.8 oz.
- Deployment + Lock: Spyderco Round Hole for one-handed opening; the Compression Lock releases from the spine side, so your fingers stay clear of the closing blade.
- Carry: Four-position pocket clip for tip-up or tip-down carry on the right or left side; 8.25" overall.
Ideal for: Shaman fans who want the same design at a lower weight; tradespeople and outdoor users who need a full-size plain-edge folder for heavy daily cutting; and left-handed carriers who want a clip that sets up any way they like.
The Spyderco Shaman Lightweight in CTS-BD1N with a PlainEdge blade and black FRN handle (C229PBK) ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana. Knifeworks is an authorized Spyderco dealer.
Spyderco Shaman Lightweight: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the Spyderco Shaman Lightweight (C229PBK).
What lock does the Spyderco Shaman Lightweight C229PBK use?＋
The Shaman Lightweight uses Spyderco's Compression Lock, built into the skeletonized stainless steel liners nested inside the FRN scales. 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.
How is the Shaman Lightweight different from the original Shaman?＋
The Shaman Lightweight keeps the original Shaman's design and radiused handle shape but uses injection-molded fiberglass-reinforced nylon (FRN) scales instead of G-10. Spyderco says this cuts the knife's overall weight by 9 percent, and the FRN adds a pebbled texture for grip. The nested stainless steel liners, Compression Lock, and four-position clip carry over.
What is the Shaman Lightweight blade good for?＋
The C229PBK has a 3.58-inch leaf-shaped drop point blade with a 3.08-inch PlainEdge and a full-flat grind. The broad blade and generous belly make it a strong all-around slicer for breaking down boxes, food prep, rope, and general utility work, and the plain edge makes clean push cuts and is easy to touch up.
What is CTS-BD1N steel, and how do I care for it?＋
CTS-BD1N is an American stainless steel with added nitrogen, which lets it reach high hardness (60-63 HRC on this knife) while still resisting corrosion. Wipe the blade clean after use and keep the pivot area free of grit. When the edge dulls, a few passes on a ceramic rod or fine stone bring it back, and Spyderco also offers factory sharpening service.
What comes with the Shaman Lightweight C229PBK?＋
The C229PBK 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.
Where is the Shaman Lightweight C229PBK made, and what warranty covers it?＋
This Shaman 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.
CTS-BD1N · FULL-FLAT GRIND · MADE IN USA
The Shaman Design, Nine Percent Lighter
A 4.8 oz full-size folder with a 3.58-inch PlainEdge blade, a Compression Lock, and a four-position clip for any carry setup. 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 | |
| Product Brand | Spyderco | |
| Product Line | Shaman | |
| Item Number | C229PBK | |
| Blade Length | 3.58 inches | |
| Blade Steel | CTS® BD1N Vacuum-Melted Nitrogen-Enriched Stainless Steel | |
| Blade Hardness | 60-63 HRC | |
| Blade Thickness | 0.145 inches | |
| Blade Profile | Drop Point | |
| Blade Grind | Full Flat Grind | |
| Edge Type | Plain Edge | |
| Blade Finish | Satin | |
| Handle Material | Black FRN (Fiberglass-Reinforced Nylon) | |
| Handle Finish | Black Pebbled Texture, Radiused Edges | |
| Handle Thickness | 0.53 inches | |
| Internal Construction | Nested Skeletonized Stainless Steel Liners | |
| Lock Type | Compression Lock® | |
| Opening Mechanism | Spyderco Round Hole — Manual | |
| Pocket Clip | 4-Position Hourglass Clip — Tip-Up or Tip-Down, Right/Left Carry | |
| Overall Length | 8.25 inches | |
| Closed Length | 4.70 inches | |
| Weight | 4.8 oz | |
| Origin | Made in USA (Golden, Colorado) | |
| Blade Range | 3.5-3.99 |
