I was just looking at my BD1N LW, and that is spot on centered. Kind of weird multiple members are having the same off centered issue. Maybe tinker with the screws a tad if you have a torx bit set? Shouldn't have to, but could potentially be an easy fix.
I tweaked mine a bit tonight and couldn't adjust the centering without screwing up the action (which was dialed in pretty perfectly out of the box). I may open up the knife and swap the washers around and clean them, see if that helps. Or I may just let it be.
I started designing a 3D printed backspacer. So I took my BD1N one apart to get some dimensions. When I put it back together I had a heck of a time getting the blade centered and action dialed in. I decided at that point it would probably be best to make a snap in backspacer.
Hmm...very good to know. Perhaps letting it be is the way to go!
Did you finish that backspacer? Pics??
- Julia
"Be excellent to each other." - Bill S. Preston, Esq.
I just pulled mine out of the mailbox. It's about what I expected (nice). I have to mention that the detent is noticeably stronger than my BD1N P3LW
Good to know. I wonder if this was CQI resulting from complaints about the blade opening in pocket. My BD1N opened one too many times in my pocket so I got rid of it. I'll try the first Cruwear exclusive to come along and hope that the stronger detent solves this issue.
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I just pulled mine out of the mailbox. It's about what I expected (nice). I have to mention that the detent is noticeably stronger than my BD1N P3LW
Good to know. I wonder if this was CQI resulting from complaints about the blade opening in pocket. My BD1N opened one too many times in my pocket so I got rid of it. I'll try the first Cruwear exclusive to come along and hope that the stronger detent solves this issue.
I posted that specifically for you. It's definitely stronger. But I must note that I have noticeably different detents on my Para 3s and PM2s too. I should also note that, while my BD1N P3 has a fairly light detent, I about threw my arm out trying to shake the blade out a few minutes ago. So I'm not concerned even a little bit about the blade opening in my pocket. Especially considering the spine is always against the outside seam.
Of all the things I've lost I miss my mind the most!
I got mine in the mail today. Some really good things...the blade is as sharp as I have ever gotten out of the box on anything, and a perfect grind. The scales are perfect in color...Gamecock Garnet. Ergonomics on the knife are very good...clip is perfect. Blade is not perfectly centered, but isn’t too bad to bother me as long as it doesn’t get worse. The detent is strong. Action was way too stiff out of the box, but after opening and closing a few hundred times, it’s pretty good opening and closing. Not as good or satisfying as my PM2, but that one is perfect.
It is expensive for what you get on paper, but it’s also a very good knife with a fantastic blade and steel and good ergo and looks. I bought it for when I have to go into DC and need a 3” blade and I’m very glad I did, it will be perfect when I can’t carry the PM2 (or Griptilian).
I just got mine and was thrilled until I went to swap the wire clip to the other side. I set up all of my knives the same way. my only experience with FRN models is a great ZDP-189 dragonfly. The channels for the wire clip are the dragonfly are equal depth on both sides. On this PARA 3LW the channels on one side are molded to about half the depth that they are on the other. No matter how i try I can't get it to keep the clip in place. Can anyone else who got one see if your wire clip grooves are equal depth on both sides of the scales? This is my first issue with a spyderco so I'm not sure what I'm supposed to do at this point. Thanks for any help
Why?? Its a great user!! Lightweight, great steel...such a waste to just sit around in a safe or stand. Sal has a quote somewhere regarding keeping a knife in its box, is wasting his hardwork or something along those lines. I couldn't agree more.
It's not like it's some super fancy scales, Demascus steel, etc. Its the same scales as the standard version that sells for around $91...just a different color.
15 's in 10 different steels
1 - Bradford Guardian 3 / Vanadis 4E Wharnie
1 - Monterey Bay Knives Slayback Flipper / ZDP 189
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31/Macassar Ebony Inlays
1 - CRK Large Inkosi Insingo/ Black Micarta Inlays
1 - CRK Small Sebenza 31 Insingo/Magnacut
Can anyone else who got one look at the wire clip grooves on both sides of the scales and let me know if one side is much shallower than the other? I tried swapping the clip over and it will not even seat or stay secured because one side is molded much shallower than the side that the clip came attached to. This is only my second FRN model, but I was able to swap the clip on my dragonfly no problem. Thanks!
Why?? Its a great user!! Lightweight, great steel...such a waste to just sit around in a safe or stand. Sal has a quote somewhere regarding keeping a knife in its box, is wasting his hardwork or something along those lines. I couldn't agree more.
It's not like it's some super fancy scales, Demascus steel, etc. Its the same scales as the standard version that sells for around $91...just a different color.
It is without a doubt a very fine knife! Right now I have 10 knives in EDC rotation with a Damascus Sebenza seeing about half of the pocket time. Maybe some day it will find it’s way into rotation. In the mean time it will sit happily in the safe with all the others waiting their turn.
I like mine a lot! I'm glad I held out for this exclusive, instead of getting the basic black version. I always prefer a colored handle, the M390 is a nice bonus too :D
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The blade is a tiny bit off-center when closed, but everything else is top notch.
Received mine a couple days ago. Blade centered perfectly. As usual I Flizted the blade and applied a drop of oil. Action is great out of the box, nice even grinds, and blade is sharp. I love the wire clips. Another keeper. :)
Seems logical that anyone putting in orders for exclusives on the LW Para3 will be much larger than we've seen for Shamans/Lil Natives. Para 3 in it's G-10 version is a known winner, it has 30 or so releases, basic version is sold in sporting goods stores to the average guy and the new lightweight version wins an award at Blade show 2019 and gets lauded by reviewers.
Shaman/Lil Native are an outlier, I couldn't find one of either to handle without ordering one. Sales numbers are unknown but seem lacking- how many new owners with their Cruwear Shamans posting about do you see paired with a nice worn S30V model? Seems like everyone buying the sprint/exclusives was a first time buyer of these models. Give it a year, we'll see bigger runs.
I just got mine and was thrilled until I went to swap the wire clip to the other side. I set up all of my knives the same way. my only experience with FRN models is a great ZDP-189 dragonfly. The channels for the wire clip are the dragonfly are equal depth on both sides. On this PARA 3LW the channels on one side are molded to about half the depth that they are on the other. No matter how i try I can't get it to keep the clip in place. Can anyone else who got one see if your wire clip grooves are equal depth on both sides of the scales? This is my first issue with a spyderco so I'm not sure what I'm supposed to do at this point. Thanks for any help
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My regular LW is that way. Maybe not that bad because I have had my clip on the left side and carried it a good bit with no issue. Don't remember any G10 wire clip models having that problem.
For me, the Para 3 LW is just about the best actual "pocket" knife that I've come across. I have owned literally 500+ Spyderco knives dating back to 2008, and none of them have fit my needs this perfectly.
I can't wait to see what all types of exclusives and sprints come out in this model. I will be getting them all most likely.
Can anyone else who got one look at the wire clip grooves on both sides of the scales and let me know if one side is much shallower than the other? I tried swapping the clip over and it will not even seat or stay secured because one side is molded much shallower than the side that the clip came attached to. This is only my second FRN model, but I was able to swap the clip on my dragonfly no problem. Thanks!
Yes, mine is definitely shallower on one side than the other. The clip still stays in place in either position, but doesn't feel as secure in the shallow side. Fwiw, when I swapped sides to check on this, I just loosened the screw and removed the wire, then replaced the wire under the smooth/pin head of the screw on the other side. Maybe it's slightly wider than the screw head, so can secure the clip? If not, seems like you could carve out the grooves with a little rounded wood carving chisel or something like that.
Edit: if it's something you don't want to fix on you own, send it in to spyderco warranty/repair. Hopefully they can do it, or send you a new one if possible. Email or call them first, as they might be able to send a new screw with a bigger head that'd help.
- Julia
"Be excellent to each other." - Bill S. Preston, Esq.
This one just landed today...and man is it nice! I like the red scales and the M390 is very nice. I think I will be carrying both my BD1N and this new one at work for a while to see the comparison of the two. I have really liked the LW, a surprise to me as I love the G-10 Para 3s I have.
's in 10 different steels
