The 2018 Spyderco product catalog is out and full of new names. Some of these new knives have designs that are drastically different from anything else we see in their lineup. After panning through the almost 200-page catalog, here is my list of the best looking new Spyderco’s in 2018. And yes, pre-order is available this early for these and more.
Spyderco Parata
Item: SPC231GP
Price: $178.72
The Spyderco Parata is a new design that’s a bit odd looking at first. A dynamic synthesis of innovation, aesthetics, and high-performance function, the Parata sets a new standard in folding knife design. It’s the design of automotive engineer and knife enthusiast, Paul Alexander. The Parata offers incredible cutting performance in a stylish, ergonomic package. Its stunning VG-10 blade has a pronounced belly, a high flat grind, and a broad profile that creates a highly functional integral guard. It is linked to a sleek, linerless handle with Spyderco’s patented Stop Lock—a high-strength, extremely user friendly lock mechanism that releases by lifting a spring-loaded toggle. To ensure discreet carry and instant access, the Parata’s textured G-10 scales house a reversible deep-pocket wire clip that complements the knife’s symmetrical design to make all aspects of its carry and operation completely ambidextrous.
Details: Satin coated VG-10 stainless steel blade. Black G-10 handle. Stop lock. Thumb hole. Lanyard hole. Reversible wire pocket clip. 3.46″ drop point blade. 4.63″ closed length. 8.09″ overall length. Made in the U.S.A.
Spyderco Shabaria
Item: SPC59GGYP
Price: $146.22
The Spyderco Shabaria is a unique folding knife that would make a great collector’s item or EDC. The Shabaria (also known as the Shibriya) was the traditional knife of the nomadic Bedouin tribes of the Jordan River valley. In the 1990’s, the late Israeli knife designer, jeweler, and gunsmith, Eduard Bradichansky transformed this iconic ethnic pattern into a modern folding knife and created one of Spyderco’s most memorable designs. Now this amazing design is back as a limited-edition Sprint Run. Its flat-saber ground blade is crafted from VG-10 stainless steel and is anchored by a sturdy LinerLock mechanism. The distinctive hourglass-shaped handle features gray G-10 scales and a classic three-screw pocket clip configured for right-side, tip-down carry.
Details: Satin coated VG-10 stainless steel blade. Black G-10 handle. LinerLock. Thumb hole. Lanyard hole. Tip-down pocket clip. 3 7/8″ Blade length. 4 3/4″ Closed length. Made in Japan.
Spyderco Sal Glesser Respect
Item: SPFB44GP
Price: $363.97
Details: Satin coated CPM-154 steel blade. Black G-10 handle. Full tang construction. Black leather sheath. 7.94″ clip point blade. 13.15″ overall length. Made in the U.S.A.
Spyderco ClipiTool Rescue Knife
Item: SPC209GS
Price: $51.97
The Spyderco ClipiTool Rescue Knife is a great tool to have to any situation. Spyderco’s new three-bladed ClipiTool combines the versatility of the traditional multi-function folder with the advantages of clip carry and Spyder Hole in every blade. The ClipiTool comes standard with a full-flat-ground, leaf-shaped primary blade, can opener/small screwdriver, and bottle opener/ wire stripper/large screwdriver. The primary blade comes with a straight or fully serrated edge and locks open via a LinerLock mechanism. The other two non-locking blades are held by classic slip-joint spring mechanisms. All three blades are precision machined from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel and housed in a handle with nested stainless steel liners and textured black G-10 scales. A two-position hourglass clip provides the option of right-side tip-up or tip-down carry.
Details: Satin coated 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade and tools. Black G-10 handle. Linerlock. Thumb holes. Reversible pocket clip. 3.61″ sheepsfoot plain or serrated blade. Includes a bottle opener and rescue hook. 4.40″ closed length. 8″ overall length. Made in China.
Spyderco Shaman
Item: SPC229GPBK
Price: $194.97
The Spyderco Shaman Folding Knife is a sleek folder that’s perfect for any everyday carry purpose. The aptly named Shaman transcends the “spirit” of Spyderco’s Native to offer a larger, even more capable expression of its iconic design theme. The soul of the Shaman is its CPM-S30V stainless steel blade, which features a very high saber grind and a prominent swedge to create outstanding edge geometry and an acute point.
The blade is paired with an exceptionally ergonomic and sleek handle built with full skeletonized stainless steel liners and contoured matte-finished G-10 scales. This robust construction forms the foundation of the knife’s high-strength compression-lock mechanism. The handle also includes mounting for a four-position pocket clip that supports all possible carry positions. It’s available with either a plain or fully serrated edge. You also get to choose between a tumbled finish or carbon (DLC) blade coating. The Shaman is ready to work its magic as one of the most formidable cutting tools Spyderco has ever produced.
Details: Black coated CPM-S30V stainless steel blade. Black G-10 handle. Compression lock. Thumb hole. Lanyard hole. Reversible tip-up pocket clip. 3.58″ spear point blade. 4.70″ closed length. 8″ overall length. Made in the U.S.A.
These five knives are great additions to the Spyderco lineup, but make no mistake, these aren’t the only additions. You can find more of these new models and get pre-order information here.
