Recommended Uses For Product | Camping |
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Brand | Spyderco |
Model Name | 400313 |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Handle Material | Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon |
Color | Black |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Delica 4 Lightweight Flat Ground |
Blade Length | 3 Inches |
Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
Item Weight | 0.07 Grams |
Blade Shape | Clip Point |
Blade Edge | Compound Bevel |
Item Length | 7.15 Inches |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9.13 x 5.35 x 1.46 inches |
Package Weight | 0.11 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6 x 1 x 1 inches |
Brand Name | Spyderco |
Country of Origin | Japan |
Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
Material | Steel |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Spyderco |
Part Number | C11FPBK |
Model Year | 2015 |
Size | PlainEdge |
Sport Type | hunting |
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Spyderco Delica 4 Lightweight 7.15" Signature Folding Knife with 2.90" Flat-Ground Steel Blade and High-Strength FRN Handle - PlainEdge Grind
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Recommended Uses For Product | Camping |
Brand | Spyderco |
Model Name | 400313 |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Handle Material | Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon |
Color | Black |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Delica 4 Lightweight Flat Ground |
Blade Length | 3 Inches |
About this item
- Wide Spectrum of Handle Colors: The Delica 4 now offers new vibrant tones including blue, green, brown, gray, orange, zome green, black and purple.
- Superior Blade Steel: The blades are full flat-ground VG-10 Steel with a thinner highly refined cutting edge and a larger 13mm opening hole.
- Ultra-Lightweight: Inside the handle are dual skeletonized Stainless Steel liners which strengthen the knife without additional weight and double as an anchor for external and internal components to attach through generating more sturdiness.
- Ergonomic: Added to the blade's spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left-or right-handed clip.
- A Secure Grip: Molded onto the FRN Handle's surface is Bi-Directional Texturing for slip-free tactile traction. It provides resistance to slipping in the hand.
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Delica 4 Lightweight
RELIABLE HIGH PERFORMANCE
If you already own a Delica or Endura, you have one of the knives Spyderco makes. The knife you have just acquired is a bit different from the normal C10 Endura 4 and C11 Delica 4 Lightweights. They are now available in a range of new handle colors with full-flat ground blades. Their FRN (fiberglass reinforced nylon) handles come in new vibrant tones including blue, green, brown, gray, and purple. Molded onto the handle's surface is Bi-Directional Texturing for slip-free tactile traction. Inside the handle are dual skeletonized stainless steel liners which strengthen the knife without additional weight and double as an anchor for external and internal components to attach through generating more sturdiness and rigidity.
The blades are full flat-ground VG-10 with a thinner highly refined cutting edge and a larger 13mm opening hole. Added to the blade's spine is slip resistant jimping. Phosphor bronze washers smooth out the open/close action and the clip is upgraded to a four-way tip-up, tip-down, left-or right-handed clip.
SPECS
- Multiple Steel Variations Available
- Sturdy Back Lock Mechanism
- 2.88" Blade
- .51" Round Hole
- 4.25" Handle
- Multiple Variations Available
Delica 4 | Delica 4 TI Damascus | Delica 4 Stainless Steel | Delica 4 Lightweight | Delica 4 Trainer | |
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Model # | C11 | C11TID | C11 | C11 | C11TR |
Lock | BACK LOCK | BACK LOCK | BACK LOCK | BACK LOCK | BACK LOCK |
Carry | Tip-Up/Down | Tip-Up/Down | Tip-Up/Down | Tip-Up/Down | Tip-Up/Down |
Series | SIGNATURE | SIGNATURE | SIGNATURE | SIGNATURE | SIGNATURE |
Origin | JAPAN | JAPAN | JAPAN | JAPAN | JAPAN |
Blade Length | 2.75" | 2.90" | 2.95" | 2.88" | 2.75" |
Overall Length | 7" | 7.10" | 7.15" | 7.13" | 7" |
THE SPYDERCO WAY
Spyderco is a business that provides state-of-the-art innovation and product quality while maintaining traditional values and service.
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ASIN | B0089DFGIG |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #13,657 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #13 in Folding Hunting Knives |
Date First Available | August 31, 2011 |
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Customers like the sharpness, quality and portability of the knife. For example, they mention it's a decently sharp out of the box, it'll stay sharp for a long time and it'd be a great option for if you're looking for s heap knife. Customers are also impresseded with the appearance, saying it has a nice design and it looks good.
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Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the knife. For example, they mention that the blade has been very sharp from the factory, the VG-10 steel is razor sharp, and the knife is scary sharp. It's easy to sharpen and maintains an edge. Some say that the Delica 4 is a pretty good push-cutting knife and worth every penny.
"...(some stainless steels will) and it holds an edge, yet sharpens easily enough...." Read more
"...It's a great all around knife...." Read more
"...It’s very solid. Not as strong as the Native. That is what makes it cut so well. Longer overall and longer (more useful) blade...." Read more
"...and it doesn't make me dinner or clean the house, but it's a darn good knife and worth every penny...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the knife. They mention it has better construction all the way around, it's very solid, and it'll hold up to tons of usage. Some say the steel is great and easy to sharpen. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...The handle material is a nylon polymer and seems invincible. It is directionally and sharply textured for superior grip no matter how it is held...." Read more
"...I'm very happy with the solid feel of the knife since it is so light you forget it's in your pocket, until you need it. The opening is smooth...." Read more
"...It’s very solid. Not as strong as the Native. That is what makes it cut so well. Longer overall and longer (more useful) blade...." Read more
"...of the Declica's blade, the edge stability, retention and toughness are amazing...." Read more
Customers find the knife to be portable. They say it's a good enough size to fit in their pocket, it'll not take up too much space, and it has an ergonomic handle that fits perfectly in the hand. Customers also say it is light and easy to carry, and is unobtrusive in the rear pocket. They mention it'd be better for everyday carry due to its weight.
"...It is unobtrusive in the rear pocket, and only slightly obtrusive in the front pocket when seated/climbing (depends on the pants)...." Read more
"...I'm very happy with the solid feel of the knife since it is so light you forget it's in your pocket, until you need it. The opening is smooth...." Read more
"...It feels great in hand. It’s heavier than you’d think with the metal plates inside the handle. It’s very solid. Not as strong as the Native...." Read more
"...hand, has great jimping and traction, locks up good, looks great, perfect size, out of the box it slices the printing off paper without going through..." Read more
Customers like the value of the knife. They say it's well worth the price, an affordable option for a first knife, and a multi-purpose, durable knife. Customers also mention that it'll outlast them, is cheap to accomplish, and is a high quality, affordable lightweight EDC knife. Some say that it can be tedious to sharpen, but it'd be well worth it.
"...but there isn't a knife that provides as much function and quality steel for the money...." Read more
"...Don't get me wrong, the Persistence if a great knife for thirty dollars. But it did not overwhelm me as what I really wanted...." Read more
"...It's also cheap to accomplish, doesn't detract from the looks of the knife, and can be removed or replaced at will...." Read more
"...Price is reasonable considering the quality. Texture is very grippy on the handle to prevent slippage." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the knife. They mention that the blade is a thing of beauty, the fancy colors are cool, and the knife is charming. They also appreciate the well-designed and quirky designs. Customers also mention that it's sexy and the blue on the handle is unbelievably vibrant.
"...Not to worry - it's a great color that's not too bright or too dull, and may help prevent me "donating" it to someone else by leaving it lay around...." Read more
"...be superior to most other opening methods because of it's speed, lack of showiness..." Read more
"...The clip is well designed and I have no issues with it...." Read more
"...Nothing like vg10!! This size is better then the police, very unassuming...." Read more
Customers like the ease of opening the knife. They say the larger Spydie hole makes one-handed opening much easier. They also say the opening mechanism is nice and smooth. Customers also mention that the phosphor bronze bushings make the knife open smoothly.
"...The opening is smooth. If you go slowly, no it's not perfect, but this isn't made to be put in a glass box and admired. Lock up is solid...." Read more
"...The phosphor bronze bushings make the knife open smoothly, but I've also found that these blades need a dab of mineral oil or teflon spray to keep..." Read more
"...Keeps a great edge, super ergonomic, easy open.A+Fantastic daily carry." Read more
"...Like the Endura, the Delica is not an exceptionally fast-opening knife however...." Read more
Customers like the grip of the knife. They say the handles provide a comfortable, solid grip that easily fills their hand. The texture is very grippy on the handle to prevent slippage, and the steel frame and a longer, grippier handle make it very secure in the hand. They also mention that behind the spyder hole is a wonderful addition for grip stability, and that the handle is directional and sharply textured for superior grip no matter how it is held.
"...It is directionally and sharply textured for superior grip no matter how it is held...." Read more
"...It feels great in hand. It’s heavier than you’d think with the metal plates inside the handle. It’s very solid. Not as strong as the Native...." Read more
"...It feels awesome in the hand, has great jimping and traction, locks up good, looks great, perfect size, out of the box it slices the printing off..." Read more
"...and volcano grip make this knife very safe in hand and a pleasure to hold overall. Some will complain about the large Kick/Ricasso...." Read more
Customers like the edge capacity of the knife. They say it's razor sharp and holds a great edge. The blade is decently retained, easy to sharpen, and strong enough for most situations. The 2 directional FRN handles are very secure, and the retention is very strong.
"...extensive saltwater exposure (some stainless steels will) and it holds an edge, yet sharpens easily enough...." Read more
"...Longer overall and longer (more useful) blade. 2 directional FRN handles are very secure.Maybe I need a FRN Native...." Read more
"...Even with the thinness of the Declica's blade, the edge stability, retention and toughness are amazing...." Read more
"...Notably better edge retention than the "budget" steels like 8Cr13Mov and 420HC. It is also crazy-easy to sharpen and polish...." Read more
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Everything about the Delica 4 is right for me. It is the perfect size to clip in a rear or front pants pocket. It is unobtrusive in the rear pocket, and only slightly obtrusive in the front pocket when seated/climbing (depends on the pants). One of the things I really like about the Delica is that it is always evolving. In a few years, these comments may be obsolete if the knife is revised. Every version of the Delica that I have owned has been an improvement over previous versions, and each version generally came in different configurations, including the Delica 4. The full flat grind (FFG) profile of the blade on this knife is thinner than the saber grind found on other Delica 4s. The only advantage I can think of for the FFG blade would be for slicing/fileting. I prefer the thicker saber grind for the strength, but not enough to deduct a star.
The steel used for the blade on this model is VG-10, which I really like. VG-10 has never corroded on me, despite extensive saltwater exposure (some stainless steels will) and it holds an edge, yet sharpens easily enough. I have never broken a tip or bent a blade on versions with the saber grind despite modest use as a pry bar and wood chisel...I'm not sure yet how this FFG blade will hold up in that area. If you are interested, Spyderco has another version of the Delica 4 that uses ZDP-189 steel, which is supposed to be very good. I have no experience, however, with that steel.
The pocket clip is secured by three tiny bolts, which keeps the clip from rotating, and can be positioned on any of the four corners. The default location allows a right hander to open the knife right out of the pocket, front or rear, without changing the grip you used to pull it out of your pocket.
The circular hole in the blade is the ideal size and shape (ovals don't fit the thumb as well IMO) and in the ideal location. It's as easy to operate for me as it is for a 10 year old. Opening this knife quickly with one hand is intuitive and does not require practice. The lock release is indented, I believe to minimize risk of accidental closing when squeezing the handle. With practice, any knife with the lock release in this position can be closed with one hand. Easy one-handed access, opening, and closing cannot really be appreciated until you need it (e.g., something needs to be cut while one hand is occupied).
BTW, if you are considering the Delica 4 Emerson Opener, I can tell you that it works (snags on your pocket to open automatically as you pull it out), but you have to be careful if you want to pull it out without opening it. I don't find this very useful as I can open the regular Delica 4 in a controlled manner as fast as necessary.
Serrated or plain edge? Spyderco's serrated edge is definitely more aggressive out of the box, but the plain edge is much easier to sharpen when it gets dull. Even with Spyderco's Triangle Sharpmaker, I have a hard time restoring a serrated edge. For that reason, I always opt for the full plain edge. However, the serrated edge, when new/sharp, will rip through rope and seat belts much better than a plain edge so consider your purpose for this knife when deciding.
The handle material is a nylon polymer and seems invincible. It is directionally and sharply textured for superior grip no matter how it is held. The initial portion of the back of the blade and the polymer on the back spine are textured for better grip when the thumb rests there. The grips have a stainless steel liner inside and the entire knife is held together by screws versus rivets (both of these features are revisions over previous versions). The end of the handle farthest from the blade pivot point has a hole for a lanyard if you are inclined to use one.
Highly recommended.
The handle is very sturdy. The texture and gimping over the spyder hole make for a very solid feel. I have small enough fingers that I prefer to choke up on the unsharpened part of the blade and can do so safely. I'm very happy with the solid feel of the knife since it is so light you forget it's in your pocket, until you need it. The opening is smooth. If you go slowly, no it's not perfect, but this isn't made to be put in a glass box and admired. Lock up is solid. Even as the blade loosened up enough to be flipped out (via thumbnail stuck in the hole, leaves a mark on your nail but that doesn't concern me) the blade has not even given a wiggle once fully locked in place. The paint comes off the pocket clip after a while, kind of wish they just left it unpainted, but it's not a big deal. The pocket clip can kind of move side to side after a few months, but it's not threatened retention nor has it broken. The clip is probably the weak point of the knife, really. I would not be surprised if it broke for those who use their knives heavily. There is a lanyard hole, a bit small, too small for paracord type III, but it's there if you want to experiment with that. I don't mess with it. I think it is a bit big for a lanyard knife unless you are doing so for a camping trip for extra security.
All that is nice but the blade is what really makes this knife so great. I prefer the look and function of the full flat grind, it is an EDC, not for construction work, for me. Saves a bit of weight as well. The edge holds up really well. Through normal use the edge will roll or misshape a bit, but all I have to do is run it through a handheld sharpener and it's back to new (one of those with the metal teeth that make a "V", they don't sharpen so much as straighten a blade). I've cut paper, opened packages, cut vines about a quarter inch thick, and after that it still can cut through a tomato or a peach with ease, and I have done both without sharpening beforehand. I have not needed to bring it to a stone yet, though some time far in the future I'm sure I will. And it will not rust. On a humid hike a different knife made of 13CrMOV came back with multiple rust spots and the Delica came back spotless. It's been through the washer machine and still no problems. This knife will do everything reliably if not easily as long as you do not use it as a pry bar.
It's a great all around knife. The belly in the blade isn't the best for packages or related tape as far as finding a place to start a cut, but that's the only place it didn't perform just perfectly. I've even used this over scissors to cut tiny coupons because I felt more confident with the knife. There are better knives for specific purposes, but I wouldn't ask for more from an EDC. If you're in the market for an EDC, give this a good long look. I doubt you would be disappointed with this knife, and surely not with the choice of blade grinds and edges the Delica line offers.
I’m comparing it to the Native, who’s design I slightly prefer. What I like about the Delica it that it’s thinner in pocket and cuts / slices better. It’s thin blade is better for normal tasks and food prep if you’d use it for that.
I like the lower finger grip on the Native. I like it’s massively thick blade. More of and indestructible tool. I got the Delica after the Native as I’d always wanted to try one. It feels great in hand. It’s heavier than you’d think with the metal plates inside the handle. It’s very solid. Not as strong as the Native. That is what makes it cut so well. Longer overall and longer (more useful) blade. 2 directional FRN handles are very secure.
Maybe I need a FRN Native. It’s why we usually have more than one.
Great knife. Everyone should own a few.
I’m comparing it to the Native, who’s design I slightly prefer. What I like about the Delica it that it’s thinner in pocket and cuts / slices better. It’s thin blade is better for normal tasks and food prep if you’d use it for that.
I like the lower finger grip on the Native. I like it’s massively thick blade. More of and indestructible tool. I got the Delica after the Native as I’d always wanted to try one. It feels great in hand. It’s heavier than you’d think with the metal plates inside the handle. It’s very solid. Not as strong as the Native. That is what makes it cut so well. Longer overall and longer (more useful) blade. 2 directional FRN handles are very secure.
Maybe I need a FRN Native. It’s why we usually have more than one.
Great knife. Everyone should own a few.
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HOWEVER the box in which it came said "Made in Japan" even though the knife inside says "China" on it. See pictures!
Somebody scammed either amazon, or Spyderco, or me.
Reviewed in Germany on April 8, 2022
HOWEVER the box in which it came said "Made in Japan" even though the knife inside says "China" on it. See pictures!
Somebody scammed either amazon, or Spyderco, or me.
Reviewed in Mexico on February 12, 2020