Spyderco Dragonfly 2 vs Spyderco Endura 4
Spyderco Dragonfly 2 ($115) vs Spyderco Endura 4 ($110) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Spyderco Dragonfly 2 | Spyderco Endura 4 |
|---|
| Price | $115 | $110 |
| Weight | 39g | 122g |
| Blade Steel | VG-10 | VG-10 |
| Blade Length | 2.28" | 3.75" |
| Handle | FRN | FRN |
| Lock | Back Lock | Back Lock |
| Weight | 1.38 oz | 4.3 oz |
| Closed | 2.25" | — |
| Clip | — | 4-position Wire Clip |
Pros & Cons
Spyderco Dragonfly 2
- 39g essentially disappears in a pocket
- VG-10 steel above expectations for size
- Spyderco reliability at a reasonable price
- Very small for heavy cutting tasks
- Back lock requires two hands to close
- Limited handle texturing
Spyderco Endura 4
- Long track record of reliability
- Four-position carry flexibility
- VG-10 steel easy to sharpen
- Back lock requires two hands to close
- Heavier than modern alternatives
- Older design language
Spyderco Endura 4 is the better value at $110. If weight matters most, Spyderco Dragonfly 2 carries lighter at 39g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.