Spyderco/LionSteel Max SpyOpera Sprint Run Folding Knife 2.9" Thor Damasteel Plain Blade, Carbon Fiber Handles
Pros: Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None
Unbelievable Quality from Italian Made Spyderco
Unbelievable quality in this knife how the scales, crown of spine, lockback, etc. are all rounded/curved for a an amazing feel. The action is super smooth thanks to the ball bearings instead of washers. Really solid lockup and a nice pattern Dama blade. This is more of a gentleman's folder than an everyday EDC. Everyone who sees it comments on the excellent quality and the knifers say I what see in this knife. Spyderco needs to step up their quality on the higher end US made Spyderco models after seeing what the Italians archived in this one.
Spyderco/LionSteel Max SpyOpera Sprint Run Folding Knife 2.9" Thor Damasteel Plain Blade, Carbon Fiber Handles Whit
McLean, VA
Jan 29, 2026
Pros: Blade Material, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
Wow!
I love the compression lock and action of the Para 3, and I was somewhat skeptical of the SpyOpera's back lock. However, this knife oozes quality. It's not quite as fidgety as the Para 3, but boy is it solid. This is a beautiful knife of impeccable workmanship. It is hard to describe, but this knife is better compared to a Chris Reeve Sebenza. I love this knife.
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