Spyderco Knives with SPY27 Steel

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In close cooperation with Crucible Industries, Spyderco has developed CPM-SPY27—a particle metallurgy stainless steel containing a proprietary mix of alloys, including vanadium, molybdenum, niobium, nitrogen, and cobalt. This remarkable composition, enhanced by the amplifying effects of cobalt and the state-of-the-art Crucible Particle Metallurgy process, is produced exclusively for Spyderco and will be featured in select USA-made models.
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Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight Folding Knife 2.92" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN Ha…Retail price: $196.00, our price: $147.00
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Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight Folding Knife 3.37" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRCP …Retail price: $201.00, our price: $150.75
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Spyderco Native 5 Lightweight Folding Knife 2.95" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN …Retail price: $195.00, our price: $146.25
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Spyderco Bodacious Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.63" CPM-SPY27 Satin Leaf Shaped Plain Blade…Retail price: $315.00, our price: $236.25
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Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Distributor Exclusive "Cut-Through" Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-SPY27 Satin…Retail price: $340.00, our price: $249.95
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Spyderco Manix 2 XL Ball Bearing Lock Folding Knife 3.85" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt B…Retail price: $290.00, our price: $217.50
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Spyderco Delica 4 Lightweight Folding Knife 2.9" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN H…Retail price: $164.00, our price: $123.00
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Spyderco Sage 5 Lightweight Compression Lock Folding Knife 3" CPM-SPY27 Satin Blade, Cobalt Blu…Retail price: $228.00, our price: $171.00
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Spyderco Para 3 Compression Lock Folding Knife 2.95" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue G…Retail price: $263.00, our price: $197.25
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Spyderco Dragonfly 2 Lightweight Folding Knife 2.28" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue F…Retail price: $132.00, our price: $99.00
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Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobal…Retail price: $279.00, our price: $209.25
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Spyderco Endura 4 Lightweight Folding Knife 3.8" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN H…Retail price: $174.00, our price: $130.50
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Spyderco Shaman Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.58" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue G…Retail price: $378.00, our price: $283.50
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Spyderco Lil' Native Compression Lock Folding Knife 2.47" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt B…Retail price: $231.00, our price: $173.25
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Spyderco Endela Lightweight Folding Knife 3.41" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN Ha…Retail price: $149.00, our price: $111.75
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Spyderco Military 2 Compression Lock Folding Knife 4" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue …Retail price: $294.00, our price: $220.50
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Spyderco Native 5 Lockback Folding Knife 2.95" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue G10 Han…Retail price: $282.00, our price: $211.50
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Spyderco UK Penknife Folding Knife 2.95" CPM-SPY27 Leaf-Shaped Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue F…Retail price: $135.00, our price: $101.25
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Spyderco Police 4 Lightweight Folding Knife 4.38" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN …Retail price: $231.00, our price: $173.25
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Spyderco Sage 5 Compression Lock Folding Knife 3" CPM-SPY27 Satin Blade, Cobalt Blue G10 Handle…Retail price: $275.00, our price: $206.25
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Spyderco Balance Sprint Run Frame Lock Folding Knife 1.98" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt …Retail price: $300.00, our price: $225.00
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Spyderco Native Chief Lightweight Folding Knife 4.02" CPM-SPY27 Tumbled Plain Blade, Cobalt Blu…Retail price: $215.00, our price: $161.25
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Spyderco Stretch 2 XL Lightweight Folding Knife 3.99" CPM-SPY27 Satin Modified Clip Point Plain…Retail price: $210.00, our price: $157.50
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Spyderco Ladybug 3 Key Ring Folding Knife 1.9" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN Han…Retail price: $95.00, our price: $71.25
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Spyderco Manbug Folding Knife 1.96" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue FRN Handles, Lockb…Retail price: $110.00, our price: $82.50
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Spyderco Manix 2 Folding Knife 3.37" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue G10 Handles, Ball…Retail price: $228.00, our price: $171.00
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Spyderco MicroJimbo Folding Knife 2.45" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue G10 Handles, C…Retail price: $257.00, our price: $192.75
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Spyderco Yojimbo 2 Folding Knife 3.2" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue G10 Handles, Com…Retail price: $279.00, our price: $209.25
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Spyderco UK Penknife Slipjoint Folding Knife 2.95" CPM-SPY27 Leaf-Shaped Satin Plain Blade, Cob…Retail price: $140.00, our price: $105.00
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Spyderco Meerkat Sprint Run Phantom Lock Folding Knife 2" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt B…Retail price: $185.00, our price: $138.75
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Spyderco Native Chief Lockback Folding Knife 4.02" CPM-SPY27 Satin Plain Blade, Cobalt Blue G10…Retail price: $298.00, our price: $223.50
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Spyderco Dyad Jr. Lightweight Sprint Run 2-Blade Lockback Folding Knife 2.43" and 2.41" CPM-SPY…Retail price: $145.00, our price: $108.75
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Understanding the Spyderco Knives with SPY27 Steel

This series features a proprietary stainless steel developed exclusively for Spyderco by Crucible Industries to provide a high-performance balance of toughness and edge retention. These USA-made knives are easily identified by their signature cobalt blue handles and are available in several iconic patterns ranging from the compact UK Pen Knife to the heavy-duty Manix 2 XL.

What makes SPY27 steel unique?
CPM-SPY27 is a proprietary particle metallurgy stainless steel created by Crucible Industries specifically for Spyderco. It features a specialized alloy mix including vanadium, molybdenum, niobium, nitrogen, and cobalt, designed to offer a performance profile similar to the S35VN or S45VN family but with enhanced ease of sharpening. You can learn more about how it compares to other materials in our best knife steel guide.
Are all Spyderco knives with SPY27 steel made in the USA?
Yes, all models currently featuring the SPY27 steel are manufactured at the Spyderco factory in Golden, Colorado. This includes various versions of the Native 5, the Para 3 Lightweight, and the Native Chief. For a full list of available models, visit our page for Knives with CPM-SPY27 Steel.
How do the handle materials vary across this series?
The Spyderco Knives with SPY27 Steel series utilizes two primary handle materials: textured G10 and fiberglass-reinforced nylon (FRN). Models like the Manix 2 XL use cobalt blue G10 scales for a solid feel and excellent grip, while lightweight versions like the Native 5 Lightweight use injection-molded FRN which features bidirectional texturing for superior retention in various conditions.
Is SPY27 steel easy to sharpen?
Yes, one of the specific advantages of SPY27 is that it is designed to be easier to sharpen than some other high-end particle metallurgy steels. It responds exceptionally well to stropping, allowing users to maintain a keen edge without needing extensive time on stones compared to steels with higher carbide volumes.
Why is the cobalt blue color significant for these knives?
Spyderco uses cobalt blue handle scales as the signature visual identifier for the SPY27 steel line. Whether the handle is G10 or FRN, the blue color allows users to immediately identify that the knife features this specific Crucible-developed proprietary alloy.