Spyderco Dragonfly: Worth Your Money in 2023?

The Spyderco Dragonfly has been a staple of the Spyderco lineup of knives since the 1990s. It has clearly stood the test of time as a great knife and one that should be considered for almost any user, but can it still be competitive in today's knife market?
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[@criscrisler8604]

The Dragonfly is a brilliant design. With the availability of different blade steels and several options of blade shape, it remains both a relevant and attractive option. Light and capable, clever and useful, a masterpiece of design all goes toward the Dragonfly worth the price.

[@everymanedc9518]

There is definitely a reason these are still in production after so long!

[@supporterofsanity]

I have a D-fly K390. Took the clip off and added a lanyard. I sharpened it to my standards when it was brand new. That thing has easily cut 100 boxes open and it still just falls through cardboard.

[@everymanedc9518]

That's awesome!

[@user-hr4hb4br9c]

I have the Salt Dragonfly and its great. Im a bartender so Im always wet or covered in lime juice... Knife still does everything I ask it, had it with me at work everyday for a while. Price isnt great but I'll take Made In Japan over China any day of the week.

[@everymanedc9518]

It's definitely a keeper but want to see the price be a little more competitive

[@collectorman7]

bonne vidéo , merci pour le ressenti , c'est enrichissant 👍

[@everymanedc9518]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@x5v3n]

DF2 is my EDC. Love the weight of it and how it fits in my watch pocket. Sharp as can be. Gets me through a day of work cutting open boxes, slice through electrical tape. Typical lite use work tool.

[@everymanedc9518]

It's definitely a good choice for EDC

[@yeswevape2039]

I put a black standard size wired clip on my Dragonfly. This gives me more stability when gripping. Now i can flip it easily - but looks a little funny with this full size clip lol

[@everymanedc9518]

Functionality over looks. Not really sure the flipability of a knife makes it any more functional though lol.

[@merrick7846]

For me it's still my go to edc. I have few newest blades and tbh they are more pocket jewlery for me than a users. The simplicity of plastic handle and lockback is that i can make food prep, or cut something greasy or wet or if my hands are dirty and wet i culd care less. I know when i finish what i do with spyderco dragonfly 2 i just run it trough water and dry it and of i go. From time to time a drop of oil and that is it. If i do something like that with my Civivi Elementum with micarta scales.. Barings are awesom and smooth but if a bit of gunk gets on it you need to clean that like you are cleaning your apartment before your date is coming...

[@everymanedc9518]

I can appreciate that and hope my video did a good job balancing the pros of the dragonfly with the influx of so many great options in today's market. After owning the dragonfly for 8 years I still own it...which says a lot for the knife.

[@clo2715]

It's the perfect knife for back pocket carry or with your sweats around the house.

[@everymanedc9518]

Absolutely! I have carried this knife in basketball shorts quite a few times.

[@heres_the_sauce]

I think for $40-50 it would be a steal for sure. I just got mine and can already flick it but it’s definitely got some resistance.

[@everymanedc9518]

I would definitely like to see that price drop just a bit.

[@heres_the_sauce]

@@everymanedc9518 the Byrd robin looks solid for $30!

[@DangerDad29]

Have the zdp189 but wish I just stuck with the vg10. I carry other knives but usually have this as well. Grab it almost more than any other knife. That being said the native in lc200n get used in any outdoor environment instead

[@everymanedc9518]

What don't you like about zdp189?

[@JoeJoe-gq5ff]

Thanks for the video and being honest. I love spyderco but also agree with you that the asking price for a small knife is too much. I carry my kabar doziers more than my spydercos

[@everymanedc9518]

It's definitely a good knife but they either need to upgrade the materials or decrease the price.

[@richardkev3077]

Are there “better” knives for the price of a DF2? Yes. I have a few of the marvelously inexpensive Chinese knives, and the granddaddy of modern lightweight knives, the Gerber LST. But none fit so well or work better for my lightweight, EDC needs than a Dragonfly 2. Should I lose this one, I’ll buy another.

[@everymanedc9518]

The DF2 can definitely fit a very specific niche perfectly.

[@subspaceanomaly]

I lost mine, found a clone for $10, the original is $120 in my country.. crazy money

[@skubasteveskilla3316]

What do you think about the Flex 2?

[@everymanedc9518]

I'm not sure what you're referring to???

[@skubasteveskilla3316]

@@everymanedc9518 My high ass 😭 I meant Stretch 2.

[@everymanedc9518]

@Skuba Steve Skilla lol. The stretch 2 is ok. I like that it's full flat grind and it's a good size and solid ergonomics but I'm not a huge fan of vg-10 at that price point or of back locks.

[@Robert_Thomas832]

Very detailed analysis. Conclusion - not worth the money. I use a Ganzo varient of Byrd/Spyderco, surprisingly good. 440c holds up well. Thanks for sharing

[@mikeydudek2885]

I’ve seen reviews on the ganzo spyderco clones and they actually performed really well surprisingly. That being said, I wouldn’t be caught dead with one, no offense.

[@Robert_Thomas832]

Can't legally carry my Ganzo here in UK (delica clone) Genuine article is on my future shopping list.

[@everymanedc9518]

I've been happy with my Gonzo knives

[@keeperoftruth5951]

​​​@@mikeydudek2885I'll take the ganzo. Spyderco, benchmade ect are now just robbing consumers and I cant support that. Ganzo makes truly amazing knives that are sometimes better than spydercos knives

[@bryanstone654]

Civivi Baby Banter vs Dragonfly 2 would be a great video

[@everymanedc9518]

If I get back to making videos I'll try to remember to do a comparison video. I don't love either of them but prefer the dragonfly. In that size range the Kizer Urban Bowie is my current preferred knife in a similar price range.

[@krispybeats6615]

Got any k390? 😁

[@everymanedc9518]

Added the link just for you!

[@krispybeats6615]

I paid 100 eur for h1 dragonfly 😁 Still worth it 🤣💪

[@everymanedc9518]

if your happy with it then it's definitely worth it!

[@mikeydudek2885]

What are you talking about? You can absolutely spydey flick the dragonfly, you just have to break it in for like a half hour of opening and closing manually. It’s not even like difficult or anything.

[@everymanedc9518]

Mine definitely cannot be spydey flicked. Maybe mine isn't to spec...or maybe yours isnt???

[@goobah1389]

“Like difficult” lmao

[@stevesutliff1004]

Sewer rat might taste like pumpkin pie. I'll never know cause I won't eat the filthy......few bucks more ,I'm a Spyderco homer.great review.

[@everymanedc9518]

Thanks for watching! I can appreciate the loyalty!

[@baltimoreravens1515]

Might have been a good buy at one time now it's around a hundred

[@everymanedc9518]

I haven't seen the vg10 that expensive but it's definitely come up in price over the last few years.

[@hardleydangerousmaun]

As good as the design is, at $75 for vg10 and over $100 for k390 and s30v versions I’m not seeing the value in the DF2. Distributor exclusive Endelas are selling for the same price? It’s a $50 knife in vg10 to me but I guess everyone’s view of a good deal is different.

[@everymanedc9518]

I completely agree

[@ks4545]

It's an amazing design and one of my most used, but it's too expensive.

[@everymanedc9518]

I agree

[@plynch113]

Nope...a delica is better value actually..... Dfly should be $50 max!.....

[@everymanedc9518]

I don't disagree