Spyderco Para 3 C223MPCW – Satin-finished CPM Cru-Wear blade, brown Micarta handle, Compression Lock

The Spyderco Para 3 C223MPCW EDC folding knife features the “CruCarta” combination—first introduced on the Para Military 2—in a more compact format: a CPM Cru-Wear blade and brown canvas Micarta scales. This combination gives the Para 3 a warm, inviting look while maintaining its utilitarian purpose.

The satin-finished blade features a full-length flat grind and a smooth cutting edge. Manual opening is achieved via Spyderco’s signature thumb hole. The handle is mounted on full, open-backed stainless steel liners, which also form the basis of the Compression Lock mechanism.

The unpolished Micarta scales gradually develop a patina with handling and use. A wide lanyard hole and a polished, four-position metal clip round out the design.

Technical specifications of the Spyderco Para 3 EDC folding knife:
Brand: Spyderco
Model: Para 3 CruCarta
Part Number: C223MPCW
Total length when closed: 10.9 cm
Blade length: 7.4 cm
Total length when open: 18.3 cm
Edge length: 6.7 cm
Blade thickness: 3.7 mm
Steel: CPM Cru-Wear
Grind: full flat
Blade finish: satin
Edge: smooth
Handle: Unpolished brown canvas Micarta
Liner plates: stainless steel, full-length and openwork
Opening: manual via thumb hole
Lock: Compression Lock
Clip: polished metal, four positions
Carry: Right- or left-handed, tip up or tip down
Lanyard hole: yes
Weight: 99 gr
Manufactured in the United States

Tellknives Review:
We appreciate this version for the way the Micarta handle ages over time: the handle gradually takes on a look unique to its user. The Para 3’s size is well-suited for everyday use, while the combination with Cru-Wear will appeal to enthusiasts of knives built for practical use. We’d recommend it to anyone looking for a compact Spyderco with a more traditional design.