Someone asked Spydercos chief designer "if your son or daughter deployed, what knife would you send with them?" That question raised three powerful considerations: 1. The blade had to have relentless cutting performance and edge life. 2. It had to be lightweight, ergonomically practical. 3. For field-use it needed to be manufactured to be as indestructible and failsafe as humanly possible. Since the steel is the spirit of the knife, CPM-S30V seemed the logical choice for the blade given its reputation for long-term edge retention and rust resistance. The 'Millie' has a modified clip-point blade laser cut with a 14 mm Spyderco Round Hole for quick deployment and for use with gloves. Texturing above the hole hold the thumb in contact with the blade's spine during cutting for confident control over the sharpened edge. The handle scales are G-10 with the lock's liner nested (inlayed) directly into the scale, pumping up lock strength without the addition of bulky liners. Spacers between the scales create a gap running the handle's full length exposing the inside workings for inspection and cleaning. The handle flares slightly at the front end creating a finger choil and at the butt end, which keeps the knife from slipping forward or backward in the hand while sawing or making tough or aggressive cuts. A contoured black metal clip is set for right-hand tip-down carry.
Specifications
Blade Steel: Cpm S 30 V
Model Number: C 36 Gpe
Lock Type: Liner Lock
Blade Thickness: 0.16 inches
Blade Length: 4 inches
Open Length: 9.5 inches
Weight: 4.2 ounces
Blade Edge: Plain
Finish Color: Satin
Style: Clip Point
Clip Type: Tip Down
Handle Material: G 10
Use Case: Tactical
Origin: USA
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
Relentless cutting performance and edge life
Lightweight and ergonomically practical
Indestructible and failsafe design
Quick deployment with a large Spyderco Round Hole
Comfortable grip with G-10 handle scales
Very smooth action and utilitarian blade
Excellent for everyday carry
Sharp out of the box
Great for various tasks including opening packages and preparing food
Too large for some everyday chores
Nervousness about using it for hard tasks due to size