Spyderco Native 5 G10 vs Spyderco Para 3
Spyderco Native 5 G10 ($175) vs Spyderco Para 3 ($175) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Spyderco Native 5 G10 | Spyderco Para 3 |
|---|
| Price | $175 | $175 |
| Weight | 67g | 85g |
| Blade | 3" CPM-S30V | — |
| Lock | Backlock | Compression Lock |
| Handle | Full G10 | G10 / CF-Elite |
| Origin | Golden, CO USA | — |
| Weight | 67g | 3 oz |
| Steel | CPM-S30V | — |
| Blade Steel | — | CPM-S30V |
| Blade Length | — | 2.95" |
| Made | — | USA |
Pros & Cons
Spyderco Native 5 G10
- Made in Golden Colorado USA
- CPM-S30V incredible edge retention
- 67g featherweight
- Backlock simple and reliable
- Leaf blade excels at slicing
- No pocket clip (carry weak side)
- Backlock slower one-hand close
- CPM-S30V harder to sharpen fieldside
Spyderco Para 3
- Compression Lock is the safest folder lock
- CPM-S30V steel holds excellent edge
- USA-made quality and warranty
- $175 is premium pricing
- Slightly heavier than competitors
- Compression lock has learning curve
Spyderco Native 5 G10 is the better value at $175. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.