The Centofante 3 has a thin-profiled, lightweight FRN handle. Two channels are furrowed out of the handle for better grip and a Palladium silver Spyderco bug is inlayed into its surface. For added security and convenience the back-lock is positioned midway on the spine and David Boye Dent is cut from the locking lever. The VG-10 blade has both a hollow-grind and swedge-grind with non-sharpened spine serrations (jimping) to hold the thumb steady when cutting. A black steel pocket clip positions for tip-up/down, right-hand carry. If you move in custom knife industry circles and/or attend knife shows you will have heard of Frank Centofante. In addition to being a celebrated and longtime custom knifemaker Frank is a past President of the Knifemaker's Guild, a strong voice in the cutlery world and a revered and respected craftsman. Collaborating on knife designs with him is something Spyderco has been fortunate enough to do several times. Our latest offering is the Centofante 3 gentleman's folder.
Specifications
Blade Steel: Vg 10
Model Number: C 66 Pbk 3
Lock Type: Lock Back
Blade Thickness: 0.08 inches
Blade Length: 3.125 inches
Open Length: 7.5 inches
Weight: 2.5 ounces
Blade Edge: Plain
Finish Color: Satin
Style: Clip Point
Clip Type: Tip Up Tip Down
Handle Material: Frn
Use Case: EDC
Origin: Japan
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
Lightweight and compact design
Excellent cutting abilities and sharpness out of the box
Comfortable grip and slim profile
Great for everyday carry (EDC)
Stylish appearance
Good price for the quality
Handles difficult cutting tasks well
Durable VG-10 steel
Easy to sharpen
Not easy to open with one hand
Tip down/right hand carry may not suit everyone
Pocket clip can be a bit flimsy and may fall off
Cannot be disassembled due to pinned construction
Painted pocket clip may not be preferred by some users
Some users experienced scratches when learning to sharpen