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wrdwrght wrote: ↑

Fri Nov 08, 2019 10:30 am

I’ve seen no need for the Para3 (do love my Millies and PM2s), so, no, not an even smaller version. But, then, I saw no need for a Lil’ Native and now it’s one of my favorite Spydies. Probably a lesson here. :rolleyes:

I imagine many people would feel the same if they'd handle a smaller Para 3.

prndltech wrote: ↑

Fri Nov 08, 2019 10:32 am

I like the other way better. Is be up for an XL Mili. 4.5-5 inch blade in a 5.5-5.75 inch handle

No objection! I like big spydies, too! :) Some will say that a larger Millie makes more sense than a smaller Para 3. I say that both should get their chance.

How would the naming work? Mini para 3 or mini PM2?

Besides, how will Spyderco solve the lanyard/clip situation?

BornIn1500 wrote: ↑

Fri Nov 08, 2019 10:48 am

I agree that the Lil Native comp lock is so similar that it seems redundant for a Lil Para 3.

I'm all in for a Lil Caribbean though. We're definitely missing a mid size choil-less comp lock knife. Cutting 1/2 inch off the blade to make it a little over 3" would be perfect.

This makes sense to me. I like it. :cool:

Let's get Taichung to tune stronger detent too. :spyder:

The Caribbean is cool, but that size would be great too.

prndltech wrote: ↑

Fri Nov 08, 2019 10:32 am

I like the other way better. Is be up for an XL Mili. 4.5-5 inch blade in a 5.5-5.75 inch handle

I like the way you think lol.

And yeah I'd have to concur with the thoughts above that say, nah, Para3 is small enough as it is. I currently own one, and I like it a lot (it really is jewel-like) but it's on the smaller end of my preferences, so an even smaller one would not benefit me.

For me the lil native is the lil Para.

A real lil Para would also be nice, as a Dfly compression lock or a lightweight lil native...

Would be an interesting poll..

I'd vote no. In my head, the Para 3 is already the "Lil PM2." Plus, I just can't see the Para 3 getting shrunk down much more than it is without the ergos suffering. The grip is pretty cramped for me already, without using the choil.. fortunately, I like using the choil.

I'm good with just the Lil' Native and happy with my Dragonflies. Not really sure I'd want a smaller Para 3.

Question to those who own and appreciate the Lil' Native: back then, did you buy it because you were waiting for a smaller Native, or did you just give it a try?

No.
I prefer thin blade stock on a knife that is smaller than the Para 3 and that is not really possible with a compression (or frame) lock because it needs some blade thickness for a ramp. For smaller knives a lock back is the best solution in my opinion. Maybe a CBBL from the Manix 2 would be nice on a small/thin knife?

@archangel

I bought it because it's a small compression lock