Spyderco Gayle Bradley Air Liner Lock Knife 2 56 Satin C 159 GFP
Spyderco
Gayle Bradley started making knives in 1988 and it became his day job in 2002. Best known for his hard-use knife designs that win World Cutting Competitions, his Air folder establishes him in the world of lightweight production gents knives. The Air is light as air with a featherweight glass fiber handle, titanium skeletonized internal liners and Michael Walker LinerLock. The blade is Crucibles version of tool steel called CPM-M4. It incorporates their CPM-powdered metal manufacturing process in a tool steel with a super consistent steel-grain structure, vaulting the steels already impressive impact resistance to even greater heights.
Specifications
- Blade Steel: Cpm M 4
- Model Number: C 159 Gfp
- Lock Type: Liner Lock
- Blade Thickness: 0.09 inches
- Blade Length: 2.56 inches
- Open Length: 5.94 inches
- Weight: 1.27 ounces
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Finish Color: Satin
- Style: Wharncliffe
- Handle Material: Gfn Titanium
- Use Case: EDC
- Origin: Taiwan
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
- Lightweight design makes it easy to carry
- High-quality CPM-M4 steel for excellent cutting performance
- Compact size is suitable for gentleman's carry
- Stylish appearance when paired with a pocket slip
- Hard to find on the market, often requiring a search on secondary markets
- Small size may lead to misplacement if not secured properly
- Price may be considered high for some buyers
