SpydercoLadybug 3 Plain Edge Folding Knife

Having read many knife reviews and acquiring a collection of Gerber, Case and Buck Knives, I decided to try the much touted Spyderco brand. I've heard it repeated that the steel in the former knife brands is "cheap", but that the steel in Spyderco is high quality. I think that is rather odd, especially in light of the Gerber Prodigy 31-000558 Tanto knife that according to a review, is issued in the military for field use only. Makes me wonder whether the military is known to issue cheap bladed knives, or does that not count with the Prodigy because that blade is so dang thick? ;) I have both of these, and I must say that the edge on the Spyderco Ladybug is sharper than the blade on the Prodigy. Not sure that matters to the one carrying the Prodigy, because the bulk and style of that knife and blade overcomes not having the sharpest blade.This blade is made in Japan. The shape makes it more substantial than that of my most comparably sized knife, a Case Texas toothpick. It is sharp and very easy to open one-handed because of the hole in the blade, and it seems to lock open well. I had read a review prior on the Spyderco Pacific Salt plain edge, where the reviewer said that the knife seemed to "flop" closed when unlocked. I think I know what the reviewer meant, because when this Ladybug is unlocked, it feels loose and requires virtually no effort to close. As other reviewers have said, the color shown in the picture is of an older model. I call this color grey. The handle material feels cheap, especially compared to other knives that don't have plastic/vinyl-type handles. The Gerber Prodigy and Gators both have similar materials for the handle, but the quality on those is superior - however, if you like something very lightweight, you would like the handle on this Ladybug. It IS a small knife, after all. I wouldn't use it on a keyring, as I wouldn't want my keys in the way of my use of the knife. This is a good, sneaky, subversive and utilitarian knife, certainly not at all threatening to look at. I like the spider on the blade, nice touch. I do expect the Japanese steel to perform well, and think this is a very useful knife to have. Easy to carry, but also seems as though it would be easy to lose. It feels weightless, so you wouldn't know when it is or is not actually there in your pocket. I will probably attach something to the hole so that it will have more of a feel to it. Cell phone strap, lanyard or something like that.

The spyderco ladybug is a small lockback that's extremely light yet durable. I had one previously on a Keychain and used it daily for about 5 years, the edge was still relatively sharp and the glass filled handle was untouched. Unfortunately I got a magnet quick release attachment (big mistake) and lost it. The ladybug is one of the lightest knives I've ever used because of it's compact size and lightweight handle material.The lock is very sturdy and this knife although small excels at basic cutting needs, such as boxes, rope, plastic wrappers, etc. I have even used mine for camping and fishing and it's sturdy enough to whittle a hot dog stick :). It's not going to replace bigger blade tasks but for most it's surprisingly competent. The scales on the handle are very good and this is some of the best molding you will ever see.The steel is vg10 in the vanilla version and by my use very sturdy and nothing to scoff at. I had great edge retention and no corrosion. I do of course clean my knife and oil it occasionally. If you've got big fingers like I do it's a two handed open or an awkward one handed. Doesn't bother me because this isn't a tactical knife, it's and everyday pocket knife and a damn good one. If you don't lose it 😉 I got the green color and liked it so much I put it in my collection and ordered another black one for my Keychain. I have included some pics with a Civi baby banter and a Mecarmy EK33S for size comparison. You can see the ladybug's blade is not that much smaller than the baby banter, although the blade is thinner.I highly recommend this knife for a edc or 'pocket knife' as us old timers refer to them. It's surprisingly tough and useful for it's scant size and weight. Spyderco quality in a small package. Oh, and I forgot to mention Deadwood knives, very fast shipping!!Scoto

Muy ligera para el día a día. Muy buen corte. Ojo, es bastante pequeña. Para uso ocasional para salir del paso. Para uso regular mejor una medida mayor. Tiene un precio elevado supuestamente justificado por su calidad.

Excelente producto! Fácil de llevar el el bolsillo o como llavero! Calidad y filo de primera (para su tamaño) la traigo con migo prácticamente a diario puedo abrir desde una caja hasta tareas mas pesadas he cortado soga de 1” de diámetro sin problema!

vraiment tout petit, et légertranchantparfait pour bivouaquersuffisamment pour couper une corde, moins pratique pour manger une grosse pomme mais ca passe, suffit de prendre son temps ;)tres léger, et coupe vraiment bientres content de cet achat pour mes bivouacs

Habe dieses Messer 3 Monate in der 5. Jeanstasche getragen. Ca. 60 Mal benutzt für Kartons, Verpackungen etc. Als die Klinge mir in den Zeigefinger schnitt, merkte ich das der Backlock nicht mehr funktioniert. Für den Preis unmöglich. Nicht kaufen, wenn ihr eure Finger braucht.

Attention à avoir bien conscience de ce que vous achetez ! Ce couteau a une lame en ZDP189, l'acier le plus dur au monde mais il est petit, très petit ! Il est prévu pour se mettre dans un porte-clés...