Spyderco Endura 4 vs Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight
Spyderco Endura 4 ($110) vs Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight ($140) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Spyderco Endura 4 | Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight |
|---|
| Price | $110 | $140 |
| Weight | 122g | 68g |
| Blade Steel | VG-10 | — |
| Blade Length | 3.75" | — |
| Handle | FRN | — |
| Lock | Back Lock | — |
| Weight | 4.3 oz | — |
| 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 Para 3 Lightweight
Spyderco Endura 4 is the better value at $110. If weight matters most, Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight carries lighter at 68g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.