Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight Breakdown with Eric Glesser

[@jtoth1995]

Wow, big change from disassembly voiding warranty a few years ago to the head of the company personally making disassembly videos. Awesome 👍🏻

[@toddduncan247]

How AWESOME is it that the CEO of the company puts up a disassembly video. I Love you guys, and Eric, you are just an incredible person. From a kid playing under the product table, to CEO and amazing spokesperson for the company. Love your products, love your philosophy, Spyderco man for life!

[@NickShabazz]

Great video, thanks for sharing, and I hope these happen regularly. One request: Maybe dial back the music, it doesn't really do anything but make things harder to hear.

[@colintamondong9950]

Nick Shabazz I can’t believe you forgot the red loctite

[@monkeyfaceII]

Nick shabazz reviewing spydercos disassembly videos haha life is good

[@deadpoollee9497]

Will we see a duel of who can disassemble an reassemble a Spyderco the fastest of u two

[@JCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJC]

I hope Shabazz doesn’t copyright strike Eric for taking apart a Spyderco 💎

[@NickShabazz]

J C hah! I love seeing this kind of video, I would be thrilled if Spyderco started doing this for all of their pieces.

[@JCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJC]

Nick Shabazz figured you would enjoy. I was just being a jackass. Also thought you would like that there was NO red locktite. 💎 🔪

[@BladeHQ]

I want that. -Ben

[@JCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJC]

Blade HQ me too! Put down my $5 deposit they day you announced it!

[@patrickrva7488]

Pre-ordered from Blade HQ because I can't "steal" one. Just kidding 😁 but I would...just saying.

[@ScottieG59]

Blade HQ Eagerly awaiting my pre-ordered Para3 LW shipment notice....

[@KnifeCursed]

In blue with s110v please!

[@jacobdaus3835]

You guys have any inside info as to when this knife will be available? I also have this preordered on your site

[@wattsmichaele]

I was lucky enough to meet this young man on a trip I made to the Spyderco factory on a motorcycle journey from Louisiana. He took time out from his busy day to come visit. He’ a knife nut like most of us Spyderholics and was a very nice man and very friendly. He knows his knives. It made me an even bigger Spyderholic after his visit and the limited tour the CFO gave me. Excellent company and great employees. Most important they make the best folders and use supersteels and have extremely sharp factory edges. Great job Spyderco!!!!!

[@BPlus-oz7cm]

Seriously, that wire pocket clip is a thing of beauty!

[@Hiluxtaco]

A quick conversion for the Metric Peeps out there... 2.4 ounces = 68.04 grams. 3.4 ounces = 96.39 grams.

[@_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-]

thanks fam

[@Gpknives]

Thank you for the detailed and informative breakdown. The Para 3 lightweight is a very refined design and feels great in the hand. Can't wait to get one of my own and put it to work.

[@Reviews4fun1]

I just bought your Rex45 exclusive

[@dubhead_dena]

Same!

[@vr2731]

Well done Eric. Why don't you introduce all Spyderco knives like this?

[@mountaindont34ify]

Because they're particularly proud of this one it won a best new innovative American knife in 2019

[@PoetFisherman]

Thanks for the vid. These breakdowns are great. Love the knife. How about a Para 3 LW Salt in lc200n?

[@alexseedhouse9904]

Yes to ☝🏼Para 3 LW Salt please!!

[@chrisjaskulski8613]

Yes. Pre-order where?

[@nicholasjames8037]

Yes, but not in yellow!

[@MrHjelmgren]

Really impressed with the Spyderco engineering and that you took the time to do this video. Top notch!

[@iRDude415]

I guess it's called the Paramilitary 3 now hahaha

[@EliKirkMusic]

He truly is one of us

[@marty754]

Spyderco .. some of the most amazing well thought out knives on the current market, cant speak highly enough of the products they make. Just bought my second para 3 :-) This gentleman has pride in his work , and that's reflected within the brand, something we as the consumer really appreciate. Cheers.

[@hectorramirez5973]

Eric thanks for taking the time to do this video. For common EDC users your explanation on construction and design decisions is "eye opening", it shows the value that goes into your products. I live on a budget like many, and given the amount of less expensive options in the pocket knife market today I'm currently not a Spyderco carrier. However after watching this clip I'll very much consider Spyderco products in my next purchase.

[@thegovernment0usa]

Hearing Eric Glesser talk specifics about the design and execution of a Spyderco knife led almost directly to me getting a PM2. It comes through very clearly he has a personal investment in making a product that continues to earn Spyderco's reputation. They make a product their customers love. I went from distantly observing the Spyderco hype to researching it, eventually going to handle one at my local surplus store, and now proudly owning one. Another customer who loves the product has boarded the Hype Train. My Paramilitary 2 certainly lives up to it.

[@stevenostrov5493]

I am very impressed with the spyderco para3 lightweight. Amazing action for the price. I have the PM2 and this knife snaps open with the same smooth action. Even though I have a big hand, this knife fits nicely in the palm. Very sharp out of the box. This video is a great presentation of the ins and outs of this knife. Great engineering to get a knife to perform like this! Congrats to Spyderco for a fantastic job!

[@oleksandrhr3949]

That’s one of the reasons why I’m in love with Spyderco. Huge respect for this video

[@vancedyer755]

Thanks Eric, BTW it was a treat to meet you and Micheal at the Blade show in Atlanta.

[@reinenruud390]

Hope we see more vids like this! Thx Eric.

[@BurroB0Y]

Great video. Hope this becomes a regular thing!

[@wotans9572]

Just re watched this video. I’ve been carrying Spyderco’s since the 90’s and I have to say this knife is one of my favourite Spydies. Such a wonderful company too :).

[@Jesse-Rodriguez]

Cant wait, mine is on pre-order. Please ship 'em!!

[@SteveKluver]

I've had a chance to carry mine for a week now. For this size of a knife, in this lightweight category. This knife, is absolute perfection. Very well done, Spyderco!

[@tamaplayer22]

Carrying the Para 3 lw every day, great knife, huge fan of the compression lock

[@earljaydillard]

Thank you Eric. I have been a spyderco fan since the first pilot model was made a long time ago. I just bought the respect Bowie and I can't wait till it gets here! Bless you and your father for making awesome knive Said!

[@tedalexander2560]

Just ordered this knife from Blade HQ. Think it's awesome that Spyderco made a breakdown video of this knife. I hope they continue to that with new releases and with their popular models.

[@ShadyCool]

I really appreciate Eric taking the time to walk through the disassembly process. I would LOVE to see Spyderco offer after market scales for their knives, especially the FRN and G10 scales in a variety of toned down and brighter colors. I respectfully believe they’re missing a significant business opportunity in that department.

[@jolness1]

I'm of the school of thought that a simple design done well is one of the best ways to construct a knife. I like that you guys are open to disassembly now. To me it seems like those who would take their knife apart will do it whether it voids the warranty or not because they are confident they can put it back together in a way that no one will notice. Those who aren't comfortable taking apart their knife won't care if it doesn't bother their warranty because they're not comfortable with the idea of pulling apart their precious tool. I would love to see Spyderco include a schematic like Chris Reeve does. It's a nice touch and can be a little more useful when you are uncertain in the middle of disassembly over a video. I've got my first Spyderco on the way. Para3 lw in 20cv. Looking for a new commonly available production knife company to recommend to my friends who don't want to spend $500 on a knife. That's been Benchmade due to their warranty for so long but seems like things are not going well there.

[@sobxscooter8157]

Thank you Eric! I've gone from no Spydercos to over a dozen this year. This video is very useful since I live at the beach.

[@Minecraftstanley]

Best of spyder knife with all the spyderco features I love, Will be waiting for the SALT version in LC200N, pretty please with cherry on top spyderco.

[@MrCander000]

I had my doubts about the Para 3 lightweights at first, but they are awesome. They will only get better as more blade steels are introduced.

[@erboulat]

Good job. This technician deserves a promotion.

[@richardl5956]

Thank you for showing the paper-clip trick with the loktite.

[@cmfall1986]

Got my Para 3 lightweight in today. It’s the first Golden Spyderco I’ve owned. Man- it’s nice. Definitely my new EDC (taking over from my HAP40 Delica)

[@TechZACH16]

I have both Para 3 models and I dare say I prefer the lightweight which I wasn’t expecting. For a FRN handle it feels pretty solid and it’s super pocketable. Easy to forget it’s there until you need to open a package or cut the straps on a pallet. Great tool and I love having it with me.

[@underskillednunderpaid]

I have yet to run into spydercos LWs or FRN stuff and thought it didn't feel solid. It's all great. But as for benchmade...

[@kenhoward3512]

'Very nicely detailed video (including time stamps). It is only upon reading the comments, now, that I learn the technician is actually the CEO of the company - very impressive to see he is not simply a businessman, but intimately familiar with the design and functioning of each component of this product. My Para 3 Lightweight is expected to arrive tomorrow.

[@gns942]

To this date, my PM2 still remains one of my favorite knives to grab and use when I need to cut open a box or packaging. I have exacto knives, SAKs, and all types of sharp stuff, but the PM2 just feels right. I have no doubt the Para 3 will be just as good.

[@socmonki]

I want it! BladeHQ where's my pre-order!? Ben better not have "borrowed" it! It's not even blue! LOL! Great video Eric! Can't wait to take my own apart and put it to some use!

[@voidpunkprincess]

A thing of beauty. I'd love to see more of your products similarly displayed.

[@khairimat-ls9gq]

I'm doing a couples of cow skinning using my bd1n para3 surprisingly I've completed it without resharpening. My sup9a blade was a great skinner but compared to this para3 i am so impressed for its performance and some of people's keep on asking me about my blade and I'm proudly mentioned this is a Spyderco para3 lightweight with cts bd1n.. what a moment

[@gilbertoesquivel9668]

I used to have to wait for Nick Shabazz to do the disassembly walk through...Nice of the owners to finally take notice....

[@HarryStone]

I know this is sappy or whatever but still, Sal must be so proud of his son. Keep up the good work guys!

[@michiganedge4770]

Just finally broke down and got a para 3 blacked out g10 version. A lot of people cry and complain about the lanyard tube and the pocket clip not being deep carry. I absolutely love everything about the knife. I hate deep carry lol. But it truly is a pocket gem. Great job designing a smaller knife. I am a big guy and I own a para 2 also but I prefer the para 3. It just melts in my hand. It’s hard to beat the Manix and para line up for good user knives. I love my Manix lightweight. It amazes me how you guys make a knife so light and strong. My lightweight Manix has been my edc for a few years and it is still rock solid. I will definitely have to pick up a lightweight para 3 in the future. Thanks for the video and quality products!

[@krispybeats6615]

cool that he took the time. nice stuff :)

[@Mortalrigger]

The decision to make a video like this is a good decision. Getting ahead of the curve and demonstrating the correct way to do it is the proactive approach, and I support that. Thank you.

[@DannyPops]

One of the best companies you can do business with.

[@Sean-yl9ht]

The Spyderco website lists the blade length a 2.92" which is important for people that live in cities that require under 3". Some videos list it as 3" which is confusing

[@fabricea7704]

Hello and thank you Eric for the presentation of these beautiful toys for adults. You have an international clientele, I would like an indication of the weights or sizes in the metric system as well. Even recent listings on some shopping sites don't. Friendships 🇨🇵

[@MrPINKFL0YD]

Good to see the guy do this himself. Who knows it better?

[@Hiluxtaco]

Thank you for making this video, Eric. PS - Please come out with different versions with other colors of FRN... Orange or Brown would be awesome!

[@Every_Day_Aaron]

I second this for FRN colors!

[@frederickj.7136]

I 'third' that!

[@theartofprepping]

Brown would be awesome 👍

[@Hiluxtaco]

@@Every_Day_Aaron So would green, and blue, and red, and yellow and....

[@gstrader73]

You know there will be Sprints/Exclusives in different colors and blade steels👍

[@jimmyf1312]

I’m glad spyderco actually listened to what people wanted

[@alexseedhouse9904]

This was awesome! Thank you Eric, and I hope to see similar videos from you for new products in the future. Given the companies recent change in stance towards disassembling your products, this was very cool to see and I’m sure a lot of fans of the company will feel the same way. Also love that loctite tip/trick, I’ve always applied directly to the screw, but am definitely going to try that method. Oh and p.s. I love the knife! Just got mine and I’m very happy with it.

[@rashadnagi7531]

Finally got to pick one up, I've been eyeing this knife for so long! Went with the SPY27 with the cobalt blue scales. So happy with it!

[@LegBuilder]

I am holding out for a lc200 salt series. H1 for the internal metal. I will probably buy this one as well.

[@chestrockwell3491]

Fan of Spyderco here. I own a PM-2 with Blurple G-10 scales (love it), a Chaparrel Lightweight (love it), and recently wanted to add the Para 3 Lightweight. I originally wanted the SPY27 edition, but it still is not available and it's already October. So instead I opted for the black blade version which I thought looked pretty cool. The action was stiff coming out of the box and I could not adjust the knife to get smooth blade deployment without creating unacceptable blade play and throwing the blade centering off. I opted to return the Para 3 knife and instead ordered the Sage 5 LW which looks very impressive and is just a little higher priced. I love your innovative designs and just wanted to pass on my experience.

[@Orochi_001]

I know the Para 3 was designed to meet certain legal restrictions, and that is a noble undertaking, but I think the LW version is the pinnacle of this design. Awesome job, guys!

[@maxcali863]

I wish the Manix 2 lightweight was designed the same way and had the compression lock. Thanks Eric.

[@savetheelephants]

Just ordered two PM3 LWs. Blacked out with CTS-BD1N and CPM-SPY27

[@offset_01]

You gentlemen are gods.

[@MikesCarInfo]

The internet told me I am not supposed to call this knife the Para-military 3 😁

[@vybtom1]

But if the boss says you can, you can.

[@serge8749]

Привет, Эрик. Спасибо. 🤝 Видео было полезное. Решил почистить один из своих ножей РМ3 20cv, подумал, что лучше посмотреть, всё ли делаю правильно. Хорошее видео, доступно преподнесено. Бате привет! С уважением из Москвы ...

[@kodyschmautz7799]

There we go. Now we know it really IS called the paraMILITARY 3, heard straight from the mouth of the maker. *Edited to add: The Para 3 is for all practical senses a "perfect pocket knife." I have bought (and lost) a couple including sprint run versions. Eric and the Colorado team however, seems to have just perfected perfection...

[@hificat101]

Great video. Got some good tips. Thanks Eric!

[@silverwiskers7371]

I remember when Spyderco came out, I didn't pay much attention because I was stuck back in time using a "Case Stockman" for EDC, I always heard positive ratings about the Spyderco but never bought one, then a couple months ago I broke down and bought a "Tenacious" and was 4-ever hooked on Spyderco. I started collecting at-lest 1 from each pattern, these knives are done right, even the ones made in china...

[@spiderdavis3296]

Well done.Thanks.The knife is a pleasure to carry and use.I am looking forward to models with differs blade steels.Keep up the good work.

[@barkingspider2007]

Yep... SPY27 Word around the camp fire is that it holds an edge and strops back excellent. Got to handle the Para 3 Lightweight at blade show and liked it a lot. I needed to see if the build quality was solid prior to purchase.... For the money this is an excellent pick. Thanks for the video.

[@EagleJim62]

Thanks for this worthwhile video. Would like to see more of these.

[@DirtySailer]

I need a paramilitary 2 lightweight!

[@jock-of-ages73]

Yes!

[@funky_knives]

Sure it's coming

[@jtoth1995]

It was said on the forums that they are working on it.

[@shaggy_e210]

Para3

[@kevin6030]

I would buy one

[@patricksaueressig7476]

Nice video. I'm glad to see that even the design geniuses at Spyderco get a little mixed up during assemblies like the rest of us humans. This one will be in my collection soon.

[@failure2flinch876]

thanks for doing this, you know your buyers are crazy and like to maintain their knives!

[@johnwest4492]

Wow Eric is such a nice guy real friendly :))

[@jamesanderson7060]

What a company ❤❤❤

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

Just ordered mine, can't wait.

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

Two years later still one of my favorites,and it's held up amazingly well.

[@45acpP90]

Thanks for the breakdown of your new Para 3 LW Eric. Looking forward to the release. I'm sure it will be a regular in my EDC rotation. Have a great day Sir.😉👌

[@hovan2yourjunk]

Thanks Eric...that was great and I’m looking forward to getting a Para 3 LW in my pocket!

[@christianjoos7011]

Great product dissasembly vid. Any otion for a left handed PM3 ultralight?

[@silenthilltim]

I'm a bit puzzled by the decision to use only one pb washer. I mean, fidget factor is definitely a thing in the knife community. Won't this hurt the action?

[@danzigrulze5211]

It doesn't hurt the action at all.. I've have mine for about a week now and right out the box it was perfect opening and closing.

[@rustyjocsen5260]

@@danzigrulze5211 but is some years?maybe the frn is going to wear (?)

[@danzigrulze5211]

@@rustyjocsen5260 Actually no, FRN is a polymer similar to Teflon. FRN is used to reinforce structures and has many other applications. I don't see it wearing away over time from friction with a smooth piece of metal.

[@robertlefeaux]

I think the biggest thing that hurts fidgetability for me is the size. Being smaller than my pm2 plus my largeish hands I find it uncomfortable to do a middle finger flick open. Thumbs ok though.

[@alexseedhouse9904]

Not at all, I wouldn’t have even known there was only one from handling it. Action is near identical to G10 version.

[@David_DY]

Just got the black variant...Nice piece! 👍

[@Errcyco]

Did Eric design the Og Manix too? One of the best.

[@corbey50]

Thanks, Eric. Very informative video. Please do more. By the way, my Para 3 LW in on order!

[@kenmason3909]

I love this and will be ordering it.. Fantastic and you can maintain it! Thanks

[@dropdbass]

Sweet video!! Thank you for all the wonderful products you make! And yes, I take my knives apart occasionally.

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

Love my manix 2....but this knife is just fantastic as an EDC. Love the compression lock and the light weight. The para 3 LW has become my normal EDC with the Manix 2 being my heavier duty carry.

[@jfnurod]

Nice! Didn't know about the channel until just now instant subscribe

[@Mr69abody]

Always look forward to the at The Gathering. Thanks again for the start of my addiction all those years ago with the Police model.

[@BladeWalker77]

Very interesting, thank you from Italy.

[@carlstanland5333]

Hey Nick where’s the Delica comparison? Wait... You’re not Nick...

[@bp-hx9ts]

Carl Stanland the delica is in its grave this and the chaparral lw killed it

[@Thomas-wx7uf]

Hehe finally the best birthday present Spyderco could make for Shabazz....no red Loctite anymore in Spyderco products ;) Finally :D Only thing left to do for me is getting my old Para 2 disassembled...

[@josearmandodavilamarquez7826]

great! hope you upload more videos like this! just awesome

[@davidhenry3938]

Please offer more left handed compression lock models. I have a left handed para 2, and would definitely buy a para 3 and para 3 lightweight.

[@petergalione9687]

Great video. Mine is en route.

[@stacesmith8135]

Great vid, thanks Eric. Keep up the good work buddy. 👍🏻🙏👊🏻

[@onpoint1977]

Damn Eric I just bought the Para3 Blurple now I have to get this... Love my Native 5 lightweight FML

[@NORTHWESTKNIFEGUY]

great looking knife!

[@jock-of-ages73]

Do a lightweight PM2, please.

[@D00MTR33]

I love my Spydecro knives but you guys need to tell you Mankato plant to step it up on the edge grinds. Just got 2 Aeb-l Urbans and both have horrible grinds on the backside. It goes from a super thin 25 degree at the heel to a super wide 15 or less at the tip. It's 2-2.5 times as wide from heel to tip and side to side on the tip.

[@bernielomax5908]

I hope you'll do the same video for the Sage 5 Lightweight!

[@doubleupwake]

Thanks for the video, Eric. Can't wait to get my pre-order from BHQ!

[@lionknives3]

ThanksEric, you son of a Knivemaker! Make the Compression lock thicker so its stronger! Military compression lock! Come on do it!