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Spyderco Mantra 4 CF

Thumb to the hole, a quick flick, blade’s open. Once you’ve got the Spyderco flick dialed in, you do the whole thing in your sleep — and the Mantra 4 CF is built exactly for that.

At its core this is a classic EDC folder from Spyderco. The blade measures 8.5 cm, wears a clean satin finish and is made from 8Cr13MoV. No supersteel, and it isn’t trying to be: the steel is corrosion-resistant, easy to maintain and back to shaving-sharp in a few minutes on a stone. For a knife you actually use every day instead of babying, that’s a pretty relaxed combination.

The handle is what really sets it apart from the standard Mantra. Carbon fiber meets G10, and the scales carry a peel-ply texture — that slightly rough, almost gritty surface that gives you real grip in the hand without getting annoying. Inside, the blade rides on ball bearings and is held by a liner lock. At 59 g and 10.6 cm closed, the thing disappears deep and discreet into your pocket thanks to the repositionable deep-carry clip. Lefties get along with it to a degree, and the clip can be removed and swapped over.

One thing worth knowing if you’re in Germany: the Mantra 4 opens one-handed via the thumb hole and locks with a liner lock. That makes it a one-hand knife under §42a, so it may not be carried in public without a legitimate reason. Buying, owning and transporting it in a closed container is no problem at all. As a companion at the workbench, on the desk or out in the field at home and on the road with good reason, it plays its strengths to the full.

Blade length: 8,5
Blade material: 8Cr13MoV
Blade runs on: Bearings
Blade thickness: 2,2
Clip: Convertible, Deep Carry, Removable, Yes
Closed Length: 10,6
Handle Material: Carbon fiber, G10
Knife type: Every Day Carry
Lefthand suitable: Limited suitable
Locking Mechanism: Linerlock
Opening: Thumb Hole
Overall Length: 19,1
Weight: 59

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Warning / Safety Notice:

Risk of cuts: The most common hazard when using knives is the risk of cuts. Sharp blades can easily penetrate skin and tissue.

Blade slippage: Improper handling or applying excessive force may cause the knife to slip, leading to uncontrolled movements and potential injury.

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Dull blades: Dull knives pose a higher risk of injury, as they require more force and are more likely to slip. Knives should therefore be sharpened regularly and properly.

Improper use: Using a knife for purposes other than its intended use (e.g. as a prying tool) can damage the blade and may result in accidents.

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Spyderco
Spyderco Way 820
80403 Golden, USA
Details of the responsible person (information obligations under the GPSR Product Safety Regulation)
Heinr. Böker Baumwerk GmbH
Schützenstr. 30
42659 Solingen, Deutschland