Spyderco Ladybug 3 Signature Knife with 1.93" VG-10 Steel Blade and Lightweight Purple FRN Handle - Plainedge - LPRP3

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

This is one of three Spyderco Ladybug3 Plain Edge knives I purchased for comparison (and use). The Ladybug3 is a "keychain" knife - no pocket clip, but a lanyard hole in the end of the handle intended for a typical bead-chain loop (or split-ring) to snap onto your keys. This is no poorly made, flimsy, quick-to-dull toy, but a well made, strong and useful beyond its size tool for cutting lots of stuff. It happens to be quite small, yet feels good (useable) in-hand and it works. There are really nice, expensive "gentleman's knife" choices from traditional slip joint makers that can do such tasks but excel as 'pocket jewelry'; the Spyderco Ladybug is more utilitarian - light, one-handed, and not-so-conspicuous. Take that Abalone-handled Peanut to a wedding; take the Ladybug to the office. If you want something a bit bigger (handle-wise) to hold onto, look to Spyderco's Dragonfly series made in the same three steel choices. Both Ladybug and Dragonfly have comparable blade lengths/shapes, the Dragonfly gives a longer/larger handle to grip. The three Ladybug3's were: The ZDP189 super-steel version, the VG10 standard-high-quality-steel version, and the H1 rust-proof-steel version. The points for comparison were edge retention and ease of sharpening. The use test was soft-wood whittling and Every Day Carry usage (cutting open those Amazon boxes, cutting tape, cardboard, etc.) Yes, not the best choice of whittling knife - I use a 2 blade Congress - but a choice for steel comparison. The result: Each knife has it's distinct advantage, so one must choose wisely based on what you will do with it. > All 3 are easy to open with one-hand, and quick to task. I use a short colorful lanyard loop to find and fetch from my jeans 'watch pocket' > The Ladybug3 is the well-made, perfect size for a handy man or woman for most everyday urban cutting tasks. > The ZDP-189 is the most expensive, due to a steel that really does hold its edge - I've only needed to strop it. While it may be more difficult to sharpen if really allowed to dull, modern diamond plates or rods do a quick job. The ZDP-189 Ladybug3 is the one for someone who wants that edge to be sharp and can't get to sharpening for a while. While it might seem this edge retention is good for whittling, Brittleness associated with hardness can be a concern, and it is much better to be able to quickly sharpen and strop and get back to it. So I conclude this is the light use ever-sharp pocket pal, not a put to hard use steel. > The H-1 is the next highest price, due to a steel that really will not rust - however, it is softer, so it will show scratches and the edge will dull the most quickly of the three; the serrated version due to its added work hardening processing will hold its edge quite well. The H-1 takes sharpening quite well... about like AUS-8, a good quality, general use stainless. The yellow handle helps it from 'getting lost', and suggesting safety/work versus tactical intent. This is the one for any who are around water or use their knives with that which can corrode. > The VG10 is the standard for price and performance. Edge holding is in-between the H1 and ZDP189. While it can show rust spots if 'put away wet', especially after cutting an orange, etc., in most uses and with most users a wipe-down with a damp paper towel will prevent any corrosion, and most will find the VG10 to hold its edge quite well, and not quite as easy to sharpen as H-1 or AUS-8, it sharpens more quickly than ZDP-189 or other "super-steels". The VG10 is the one for most users - including that opportune stick-whittling or carving initials in a heart (not condoning!)

Michelle‘s brother Steve Like the little Blade and the lock works well. Very good ergonomics, for such a small knife. Nice steel, plenty sharp, it's tiny, but with practice it can still be opened with one hand. Small but still easy enough to find in your pocket. Typical Spyderco fit and finish. Only downside is price, but worth it, if you can afford it.

小型のナイフながら素晴らしい切れ味！ このサイズでダンボールなどもサクサク切れるので作業の効率が良くなりました。 気をつけないといけない点は… ナイフを閉じる時にサイズが小さくパチンと素早く閉じるので手を切らないように両手でナイフを閉めるのをオススメします。 本当に素晴らしいナイフだと個人的には思います。

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.

Heel mooi strak mesje..

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.

was soll man da noch schreiben? Meine Frau ist begeistert... vor allem von der Farbe. Rattenscharf das Teil (das Messer meine ich diesmal), leicht, im geöffneten Zustand hat die Klinge kein Spiel, butterweicher Klingengang. Eben Spyderco. Einfach nur empfehlenswert wenn man/frau etwas in dieser Größe sucht!