Endura 4 Lightweight Folding Pocket Knife with 3.8" VG-10 Steel Blade and FRN Handle - EDC Knife for Men and Women, Perfect for Hunting, Tactical, Camping, Survival - PlainEdge - C10FPBK

So, I researched different knives for several months. I have never spent more than $20 on a knife, and I already had a Leatherman Wave- so the price was a little off-putting. I did know I wanted a bigger blade than was on the Leatherman, so I had my eye on anything over 3 inches. After plenty of Googling it seems there are not only a ton of Spyderco fans but many of them love the Endura 4- so I decided to order it after comparing similar-sized Benchmade, Kershaw, and Buck knives. Needless to say I made the right choice. I think it'll be hard to find a better bang for your buck from any of those other manufacturers than you're getting with this blade. I carry the Endura 4 with me whenever I leave the house. It's super-duper light, and clips nicely to my pants pocket or suit jacket for work or any other occasion. And if you don't like where the clip comes from the factory, it has 3 other mounting holes to satisfy the fickle. The handle is nice and "grippy" and seems very durable- and it's reinforced with a skeletonized steel frame for added rigidity. And the handle will fit in just about any hand- it's longer than the widest part of my hand- so it's safe for doing heavy cutting. But the main reason this knife is so popular probably has more to do with the blade. According to my research the VG-10 steel Spyderco uses is the same type of steel that's used in those expensive and acclaimed Japanese chef knives. What does that mean to the average person? It cuts and slices like butter and keeps a sharp edge for longer than a lesser "stainless" steel blade. Seriously- go Google "VG-10." And the best part is, when you go to sharpen it, it takes a nice razor-sharp cutting edge fairly quickly. The blade is also thinner (known as a full flat-ground) than some pocket knives, but don't mistake thin for flimsy- because there's nothing low quality about this knife. The flat ground blade allows it to slice more effectively than a thicker blade- which makes it very versatile. Anyway, so you're probably wondering what I use this blade for? Well everything really. -Cooking. It's a great slicer for meat and vegetables. I have prepared many many meals with the knife. -Cutting through boxes, tie-line, zip-ties, rope, tape etc. And when I loan it to co-workers, I always get compliments on how nice, light, and sharp it is. -Camping. Want to cook meals or whittle sticks? No problem, it does it all. In the 6 or so months I've owned it, I've sharpened it three times and oiled it with a bit of 3-in-1, and that's about it. The fit and finish is still like new. No extra wiggle or play. The blade still locks firmly into place with a satisfying and heavy click. Oh, and one other thing. I have heard reports that this blade isn't entirely rust proof (most stainless steel isn't except Spyderco's H-1 steel blades). I just make sure to always dry it after I use it with food or water, and always clean the blade with some water and a soft sponge at the end of the day if it has anything on it. As long as you do this, you should have zero problems. And if you're spending as much as this on a knife, I don't see why you wouldn't do this anyway.

I am a huge fan of COLD STEEL knives. I have several COLD STEEL knives and have used the as a EDC knife. The COLD STEEL VOYAGER XL, full serration has served me well all the years I have carried it. I have a COLD STEEL VOYAGER XL Tanto blade which I use when riding my bike. They are both excellent knives which have proved themselves useful in combat, every day use, and nearly everything I have thrown at them. The only problem is they are BIG knives, which is perfect when I need large knives, but sometimes when I am wearing shorts or light weight clothing I need a knife which can be both lighter and yet, still be an excellent knife. In the Corps I had a few guys who carried Spyder co knives so I was passingly familiar with the Spyderco brand. After realizing my need for a lighter EDC knife I looked at COLD STEEL again, but didn't see what I wanted in a smaller lighter knife. It was then that I looked at both KERSHAW and SPYDERCO. Kershaw often uses a liner lovk for their knives. To me thats a deal breaker, because when a kife using a liner lock meets formidable opposition there is a tendency for the liner lock to slip to the side and the knife blade collapse or the liner lock simply fail. In combat you are only as good as your tools. When I looked at the Spyderco Endura 4 I saw that they had a frame lock which is far more stout and dependable. Then, I noticed the shape of the knife blade and quality and saw that the blades are full flat-ground VG-10 with a thinner highly refined cutting edge and a larger opening hole. I went on Youtube and watched 'NutinFancy's Review on the SPYDERCO Endura-4 and with that I decided to purchase the blade. After receiving the blade I can say with clarity that the SPYDERCO Endura-4 is an excellent, well balanced, quality knife that is light weight and made with longevity in mind. The blade was OK sharp out of the box, but after a few passes on my Lansky knife sharpener it is now razor sharp. The Endura-4 easily and effortlessly slices like a razor blade straight down a sheet of paper without any pressure being applied. The blade tip is needle sharp and glides right into the produce I tested it on. The weight of the blade is amazingly light and will serve me well when I am wearing summer clothing. The color of the knife is blue but it is not light blue, nor dark blue, it is a mix of grey and blue. I highly recommend this knife if you keep in mind that it is a light weight knife which will serve you well in average situations.

I consider myself a knife guy. Always had an obsession with the best knife, or who carried what and why. What cuts best, what's most versatile? What's the best steel, or blade shape? These are questions (among others) all knife guys tend to ask themselves. I have a large collection of folders from all stripes, Gerber, CRKT, SOG, Camillus, Zero Tolerance, you name it, I probably have one of their popular folders. From that selection I carried the SOG Trident for about two or so years, and it did well. The knife was just too much at times and too little at others. I wanted a knife steel that maintained better than AUS 8a, a knife design that was finer, and one in which you didn't need to deploy a large jagged curved blade with an audible snap during a funeral to cut some string and cause further heart-attack related deaths. I saw the Endura 4 online, and I also saw the price, and from what seemed an average looking knife, I deemed it just an overpriced name brand blade and left it at that. Hell was I wrong. The Endura 4 is without doubt my favorite folding knife period. I own some pretty renown folders, such as the ZT 035ts, and still I turn to my Endura 4 consistently. The full flat grind is astounding. It glides like wings on an airplane through even tough materials, such as leather, or double thickness cardboard. Holistically, the FFG blade will actually wear down through sharpening more gracefully than other grinds making this knife a better investment over time. The steel is thick on the spine, about 4mm at its thickest, and strengthens the FFG of the blade, making it no real sacrifice in strength to go with this grind over a saber grind or hollow. The VG10 steel is a godsend as well. I have never had a steel that stropped so well. I haven't sharpened my knife in about six months, being that I strop it consistently enough to maintain an obsessively razor edge. My friend shaved his entire arm recently with the six month strop edge and his skin was baby smooth to the touch, that weirdo. The Spyderhole opening grows on you (I love saying Spyderhole), and will be as fast as an assisted opening once you get used to it. The handle is, at the core, heat treated skeletonized stainless steel, with GRN scales laid upon those to make a deceptively strong handle and lockup for its feather-light weight. The lockback design was something I had to return to from previous arclock or linerlock knives, but I appreciate Spyderco's incredibly strong lock design, and have a renewed appreciation for lockbacks as it is. Ergonomically, this knife is a dream, and fits the hand exceptionally well, with a natural forward cant that complements the blade design for piercing or slicing. The blade shape is my favored attribute of this blade. The drop point spear blade shape has become my favorite blade shape through my use of this blade. Looking at ancient knifes of flint, and even blades like fangs and claws found in nature, the spear or leaf shape has been a choice design, as it works so well in regards to so many tasks. Great for piercing, and plenty of belly for cutting this shape had become my favored blade shape in recent months. It also sharpens easily due to its shape, as it follows a natural sweep of the hand required when using a whetstone. The color choice for the handle scales is a nice touch, as my choice of grey blends in with jeans better than the hazard orange or parrot blue also offered, which with this color doesn't advertise my choice to carry a knife to the public as easily. I know that was long, but essentially this knife is king, and compared to all those knives, the Gerbers, the SOGS, the CRKTs, the Zero Tolerance, this knife is superior in my versed opinion on knives, and if I seem like too big of a tool to be believed through a review, check out some of the video reviews on YouTube and be enthralled by others. For EDC, this is a wise choice for anyone, as you won't notice the length, or its feather weight, and should appreciate the 4 inch exposed steel, (3.75 inch cutting edge) when doing any folding knife task. For about $60-$70, make this knife an investment to replace a myriad of other folders you will use and transition from in your lifetime. This is the last pocket knife I will ever need.

Thanks Melange! Got my Endura 4. Super nice. Steel blade is super sharp, and the grip feels great in my hand and it’s a comfortable weight. I spent more on this than my last knife, but I quickly saw the benefits of doing so when one of my good camping friends showed up on a trip with his new Spyderco.

I'm a committed cook, a hunter, outdoors person and gardener. In my career in the film and television business I've worked just about every job on the set. For all of these pursuits a good knife is essential and I've owned and tried just about everything out there, from high end production knives and expensive custom folders to $10 wood handled Opinels. They all have their place, but for under $60 (if you shop around), these FFG Enduras are just incredible. They fit the hand beautifully, the VG-10 steel has great corrosion resistance, takes a beautiful edge and holds it, and with a little practice the blade can be deployed as almost fast as an automatic. The back lock design is a bit awkward to close one handed, but it can be done, and IMO it's a small trade off for the simplicity and durability of the design. The flat grind on these knives is a real performance boost over previous models. It slices food and other delicate materials beautifully and yet retains enough strength to do some serious cutting. I carry this knife at work where and it's just a pleasure the way it slices through gels, sash cord, strapping, etc. In the kitchen it has the ergonomics to be up to any food prep task--yes there are better tools for cooking, but if they are across the room in the knife rack it's often not worth the trip, I just reach into my pocket for the Endura. As an outdoors knife, it's more than up to most tasks, from field dressing big game, cleaning fish, utility use, etc. Like any folder, it will require more careful cleaning than a fixed blade knife after field use. I don't think of it (or any knife) as tactical weapon, but if it's all you've got, the Endura is not a bad choice. The FRN grips are secure and comfortable and very durable. I bought the gray color so it would be somewhat discrete in the pocket, but I'm tempted to get a couple of other colors, just because they are such good knives and there's no telling how long Spyderco is going to keep this specialized model in production. If you are not familiar with Spyderco products, this knife would be a great place to start. The hole in the blade is a fantastic piece of engineering--it allows for reliable one handed opening without hampering the knife's ability to slice through thick material. Thumb studs and other quick opening designs essentially shorten the amount of usable blade you have to work with and/or force you to cut an an awkward angle. The texture on the handle allows the knife to slip easily into your pocket and yet it grabs your fingers securely when you reach for it, just one more of the many many well thought out details on this knife. All in all it's a highly evolved and refined piece of industrial design from an innovator who stands out in a very competitive field. You can't go wrong with this one.

i have passed on owning an endura for years. i had read all the super reviews and feedback, and finally i decided i wanted a folder with a different color scales than all the blacks i own, so i picked this one. maybe one of the best choices i ever made. all spyderco's come sharp from the factory. i own a bunch and i know people who do as well, and i've never heard a verfied source say they got a dull one yet. not saying it's never happened, but i've never heard it or seen it from a verfied, by myself, source. point being if you want a sharp out of the box knife you don't have to sharpen yourself when you get it, this one is for you. plenty of other reasons i'll state below on why this is a good choice. on to the knife. steel is very good, imho. the vg-10 holds a good edge for awhile. sharpening is a little tough to get razor sharp, but i can do it and trust me i suck at sharpening. mine, like all spyderco's, came razor sharp out of the box. mines been wet already and sweated on even though it's winter, i live, work, and play outside in the florida swamps. no rust or discoloration so far and i've had sandvik 12c27 rust with the same exposure this one had. so rust resistance appears to be pretty good, better than i expected anyways. this is my first vg-10 steel knife, but so far i am impressed. handle design is good a little sharp with the edges of the frn scales on the bottom of the grip where the knife folds back into the handles. not a deal breaker, though and i am nitpicking. easily shaved down to make smooth if you prefer that like i do. for referrence i asked numerous people i work with who like knives and use them and ones who do not.... to hold it and cut with it, etc to see if i was nitpicking about the sharpish edges, and turns out it only bothered me, no one else noticed it even after i told them, and showed them what i was talking about. maybe the shape of my hands or grip? anyways...don't let that stop you it appears to only be me, and it only bothered me when using a strong grip and doing allot of repetitive cutting..so i shaved them down with another spyderco knive and now it's perfect for me anyways..... blade had no play side to side or up or down. the spyderco lockback is nice and tight. far better than my buck 110, as it wobbles up and down a bit. grip design is fantastic. bi-directional texturing on the frn scales works and works well, imho. wet or dry this knive didn't slip around in my hands. nice large handle that fits my little hands well, but also fit others i had play with it, with large hands, it fit them well to. design of the blade i highly like, others i let play with it liked a more tradtional blade design better at first, but once they got to cutting, it changed their mind pretty quickly. some still stated while it was easy to use and worked well, they still didn't like the design for it's looks. i guess it's a love it or hate it design pretty much? nice and lightweight. in the pocket i barely remmeber it's there. which is a huge plus...downside is the frn doesn't grab jean or khaki pant pocket material that well and it can easily pull out. which can be a plus if the g-10 annoys you when you pull it out and it grabs your pants a bit as it comes out...but i prefer that...this one doesn't grip so well. to clarify in my ramblings...mine won't fall out of my pocket, but i could see that might be an issue with certain pocket designs. other than that i highly like the frn...i disliked it at first as i thought it looked cheap, but up close and the plastic in your hands...changed my mind. it's a highly useful scale material for strength and lightweight needs. i won't shy from it in the future like i used to. mine was nicely finished and attention to details like all spyderco's. i would buy again. it's that good a knife for the price. there is a reason this is a best seller and one of the most popular models out there. it is that good.

this is a really cool blade it uses vg10 steel vg10 in my opinion is some of the best steel you can get for a knife it has good edge retention and is relatively easy to sharpen and can get razor sharp this knife is easy to deploy that's great ergonomics my only complaint is the locking mechanism doesn't seem as strong as it should be for the price point of this knife there is a little play in the blade when you start getting to the $100 and up price range locking mechanisms should be better made

I have had this knife for a few weeks now, and I have really been liking it. Out of the box it was scary sharp; and I have had some sharp knives. Its been holding an OK edge, but personally I don't mind sharpening my knives every few weeks, even If I have a knife that can hold an edge better than the VG-10; I still sharpen it every couple of weeks. First thing is that the blue in the picture is not even close to what you get, I knew this when I bought the knife, but it seems that some have failed to research there knife enough to know what they are getting, so yes it does come with a light blue color that looks very good and fits right into the winter months. I overall like the look and feel of the knife, the FRN handle has much more grip that any G-10 out there(which can be a good and bad thing). I like the blue color on it, but it does look a tad childish so I usually take my tenacious when I am out and about, and then use the big blade on the Endura for your standard box opening, garage work, yard work, house work etc. To sum it up, I use my Endura like crazy during the weekend, and I use my tenacious when I am out of the house or at work, mainly because it doesn't attract too much attention (I plan to replace my "out of the house knife" with either a Sage or a Manix 2 here in the coming weeks.) But this is just my opinion One problem that I have with this knife is the spine lock; yeah, not my favorite opening type, and let me tell you why. First off the Endura does take a bit of effort to open even if you loosen the blade just a bit. But its not hard, just get ready to use a bit of wrist every time you deploy it. Another reason I don't like the spine lock is because its not great for one hand closing. I have been used to a Kershaw liner lock for many years, and going to this was hard because not only is it harder to get to, but you loose a lot of control over the blade with you try to close it with one hand, and I have actually cut myself once do to this(Once again, just a preference).And lastly, I just find spine locks boring especially after having the close to automatic opening Kershaw leek. You also can't do any of the fun spydie opening techniques that everyone does due to the spine lock(you can but it will take more effort than required with other spydercos) like the drop, the middle finger flick, and even the thumb flick. So if you are going to get this knife, get used to doing the manual thumb opening. But the reason the knife still gets five stars is because at the end of the day I need my knife to perform, and not look cool when I open it. It does have a very nice click when you deploy the knife, also when you are in the yard working and you quickly pull out your knife I almost always snap my wrist to give a knife leverage, but when you are in public you can't whip out your knife, and snap it open like that which is why I keep it for yard work and stuff. And lastly the reason that I got this knife was because of the BIG 3.75 inch VG-10 blade that just performs like no other. When I am cutting cardboard with my smaller knives I always run into the handle ruining the good cut that I was making. But with this big blade you will have to problem cutting through anything.

普段、調理する時使っています。手にした感じが良いです。ブレード長も果物、野菜の皮むきに適していると思います。 包丁だけでは、つまらないので、普段使いしていると結構楽しめます。 参考ですが、研ぎ直すと良いです。ショルダーを落として、少しハマグリ刃にすると、使い易くなります。

ちょっとした作業にドラゴンフライを愛用しています。 調理にも使えるサイズを考えて、デリカと迷ったのですが、結局果物の皮むきが楽、という理由で、エンデューラ4を選びました。家庭内での調理に使わない方（日本人）には、大きすぎるので、多分デリカが吉です。 （研いで使うのが当然という上級レベルの方はともかく）私レベルでは、箱出しの切れ味も評判通りで、自分でこれ以上の切れ味に仕上げるのは無理かなと感じました。 ワンハンドでのオープン／クローズも、大振りなのに滑らかで気持ちが良いです。 ドラゴンフライのように、刃元にフィンガーチョイルがあるわけじゃないですが、ロック解除して強めに振り戻しても、刃が直接指に当たらない形状になっていて安心です。 ＜追記＞ 左利きなので、クリップを付け替えて使っていましたが、調理には何かと邪魔になるので、結局クリップは外しています。スパイダルコは刃の面積が広めなので、刻んだ食材を刃で掬うことも可能ですが、この時にクリップが邪魔になってしまいます。 通常ならワンハンドオープン時の指置きになりますので、クリップがあった方が使い易いです。

Das Messer kommt schon sehr scharf und lässt sich einfach auch so halten. Es liegt sehr gut in der Hand. Nix hat spiel.

Ein super Messer, wie immer von Spyderco

程よい重量です。刃長が思ったよりも長いと感じるかもしれません。 フェザースティックを作ったり、調理をしたりするのに最適でした。 EDC的ではないかもですが、持っていきたいナイフです。