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The Ladybug is a longstanding bestseller and the smallest locking folder in the Spyderco family. This variant of the standard Ladybug 3 features an H-1 steel Hawkbill blade. H-1 folders and fixed blades are a collection of water-friendly knives known as the Salt Series. As part of this series the Ladybug 3 Salt Hawkbill uses H-1 which is a nitrogen-based blade alloy rather than carbon-based. The elimination of carbon in the steel renders it incredibly resistant to corrosion.
Similar to an extended cat's claw the hawkbill blade wraps around what you're cutting, functionally drawing the cut object in closer and in continuous contact with the sharp edge while the curved hook restrains material from sliding off/away from the blade. The H-1 hollow ground blade is a SpyderEdge configuration.
Its lightweight FRN (fiberglass reinforced nylon) handle is molded with Bi-Directional Texturing which resists slipping in the hand and is high-visibility Marine Yellow making it easily spotted on the ground or in water. The Ladybug Hawkbill Salt is clip-less with a lanyard hole for threading through a thong or keyring.
In early 2023, Spyderco announced a rolling change for their Salt series. Originally produced in H1 stainless steel, the Salt series is being transitioned to H2 stainless steel which provides increased corrosion resistance. The original H1 version may still be shipping. If you have a specific steel preference, please include a note in the comments section at checkout for which steel you prefer. If we do not have the steel you prefer on hand, we'll contact you, otherwise, we'll email you the tracking number once your order ships.*
Zytel Handles
A nylon polymer that is lightweight and extremely durable, Zytel can be shaped and textured to provide excellent grip.
Lockback
The lockback system has been used for many decades. It can usually be found on the knife spine and it provides a strong lockup that will wear well.
Made in Japan
The exotic steel Capital of the World, Japan produces and innovates some of the best products, from pocket to kitchen knives and everything in between.
H1 Steel
Truly rust-proof alloy perfect for those who work around water or in other damp environments.
Everyday Cuts:- cardboard- braided straps- blister packs- string and cordThe tip is easy to work into tight spaces, (hawkbill shape) Use a metal ring through hsndle to clip keys to. Small but strong enough always with me knife.
I am a long time Spyderco owner, way back to 83.Bought my first from a Spyderco dealer at a sport show.Have carried variations of this knife on my since the company began Making Ladybugs.This is by far the best incarnation. Sharp as as can be, cuts through anything, comfortable.The hawksbill focuses cutting force. Light, bright yellow scales easy to see.It’s my EDC.
This is a terrific keychain knife with a wonderfully sharp and well-shaped blade. The problem is the pivot screw is too loose and it opened in my pocket today. I'm going to try and adjust it by myself. It's a real problem with this design since so much of the blade is outside the body of the knife that it's especially easy to open in your pocket. It needs a little sliding bolt that can lock inplace when you're carrying it. Otherwise the blade must be made much more resistant to accidentally opening in your pocket.SPYDERCO this is a real safety issue and needs to be fixed. This is the only one of your knives that has had this problem.
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