Spyderco Tenacious Lightweight Knife
What’s Included | Specs | Blade Comparison | Pictures
The Spyderco Tenacious is everything that defines a Spyderco knife in a more budget-minded package, perfect for those who want a quality knife that they won’t be afraid to beat on a little bit. The Tenacious features a LinerLock locking mechanism and an 8Cr13MoV blade, providing well-balanced performance while keeping things affordable. This lightweight model of the Tenacious comes with Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon (FRN) handles that offer excellent durability and a weight savings of 12% over their G-10 counterparts. These FRN scales utilize Spyderco’s Bi-Directional Texture for a positive grip in any condition.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- 1x Spyderco Tenacious Lightweight
SPECS
FEATURES
- Fiberglass-reinforced nylon (FRN) scales reduce weight by 12 percent over standard G-10 scales.
- Four-position clip for ambidextrous tip-up or tip-down carry.
- Full flat grind reduces weight and minimizes drag during cutting.
- 8Cr13MoV Steel offers a budget-friendly blade that is tough and easy to sharpen.
- Walker LinerLock locking mechanism.
- Spyderco trademark round hole for easy one-handed opening.
Made in China.
QUICK SPECS
| Blade Steel | 8Cr13MoV |
| Weight | 3.7oz (105g) |
| Lock Type | LinerLock |
| Blade Length | 3.39″ (86mm) |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Overall Length | 7.77″ (197mm) |
| Closed Length | 4.38″ (111mm) |
| Blade Thickness | 0.118″ (3mm) |
| Tip Carry Position | 4-position |
| Edge Length | 3.39″ (86mm) |
| Handle | FRN (Fiberglass-Reinforced Nylon) |
| Clip Position | Ambi, Tip-Up or Tip-Down (4 positions total) |
| Grind | Full-Flat |
For more information on everything knife-related, we highly recommend checking out Spyderco’s Edge-U-Cation section on their website.
BLADE STEEL COMPARISON
Edge Retention: The ability of a knife’s edge to maintain its sharpness during use. Higher numbers tend to hold an edge longer.
Toughness: A knife steel’s resistance to chipping or breaking. Higher numbers are more resistant to chipping/breaking and are considered “tougher.”
Corrosion Resistance: The ability of a knife steel to resist rust, staining and other forms of corrosion, Higher numbers are more resistant to corrosion.
Ease Of Sharpening: How easy or diificult a knife is to sharpen. Higher numbers are harder to sharpen.
| 20CV | S45VN | VG10 | 8Cr13MoV | |
| Edge Retention | 6.5 | 6 | 4.5 | 3 |
| Toughness | 3.5 | 4.5 | 4 | 6 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 9 | 8 | 7.5 | 7 |
| Ease Of Sharpening | 4.5 | 5 | 6.5 | 8 |
Data and definitions have been sourced from BladeHQ’s Knife Steel Guide. BladeHQ has not officially rated S45VN, so those specific figures are estimates based on other research from reputable sources.
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