Spyderco Endura 4 vs Spyderco Native 5
Spyderco Endura 4 ($110) vs Spyderco Native 5 ($145) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Spyderco Endura 4 | Spyderco Native 5 |
|---|
| Price | $110 | $145 |
| Weight | 122g | 71g |
| Blade Steel | VG-10 | CPM-S30V |
| Blade Length | 3.75" | 2.95" |
| Handle | FRN | — |
| Lock | Back Lock | Compression lock |
| Weight | 4.3 oz | 2.51oz |
| Clip | 4-position Wire Clip | — |
Pros & Cons
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 Native 5
- US-made
- Bulletproof compression lock
- Comfortable
- FRN can feel hollow
- Deep carry clip sold separately
Spyderco Endura 4 is the better value at $110. If weight matters most, Spyderco Native 5 carries lighter at 71g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.