I’ve enjoyed the Para3 for a long time and have let several really nice ones (52100) slip through my fingers. I’ve tried the Sage and Native, but I keep coming back to the Para3.
Currently here are three of my favorites- the Maxamet Hot rod is the one most often in the pocket. Para3s are to me one of the best edcs. Small but big enough. Fits my medium/large hand very well.
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Last edited by Catchadroppimgknife on Fri Feb 13, 2026 7:17 am, edited 1 time in total.
The Fradon lock scales with 15v or Rex 45 would be one of my favorite.
That collection is epic. Probably the largest collection of variations of a single model I've ever seen.
I myself only own two Para 3's. One is the most basic satin-finished in S30V, and the other a DLC in S45VN. I like the Para 3 in G10; I personally have no interest in the FRN version.
I’ve enjoyed the Para3 for a long time and have let several really nice ones (52100) slip through my fingers. I’ve tried the Sage and Native, but I keep coming back to the Para3.
Currently here are three of my favorites- the Maxamet Hot rod is the one most often in the pocket. Para3s are to me one of the best edcs. Small but big enough. Fits my medium/large hand very well.
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I always enjoy seeing that Green dyed one .
You dyed it right ?
For me it's the crucarta which is hands down the best fit and finish of my whole collection.
I almost agree. In my case, my Crucarta Para 3 is tied for the second best fit and finish of my Spydie collection. My Crucarta Para 3 is excellent, matched in fit and finish by my Sage 1 Maxamet, and they are bettered only by my Kapara S90V, burlap micarta.
Oldest: 1974 Buck 110.
Newest: Roadie XL, M398
Knives owned: Too many, yet always finding another.
Added a ceramic mug, "The Edge is a Ghost". Great mug!
I’ve enjoyed the Para3 for a long time and have let several really nice ones (52100) slip through my fingers. I’ve tried the Sage and Native, but I keep coming back to the Para3.
Currently here are three of my favorites- the Maxamet Hot rod is the one most often in the pocket. Para3s are to me one of the best edcs. Small but big enough. Fits my medium/large hand
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I always enjoy seeing that Green dyed one .
You dyed it right ?
Last edited by Catchadroppimgknife on Fri Feb 13, 2026 9:11 am, edited 1 time in total.
My personal favorite (and my most carried knife, by far) is the S35VN DLC with earth brown G10. The fit and finish is immaculate on this one. It is just a joy to carry and use.
I've had many others pass thru my collection, but this is the only permanent Para 3.