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I would like some comments on the Sage. I just ordered a Blue Bolt Action Sage and am interested in any info. I really do want a Chapparall and since it is not out yet I thought I would try the Sage. I know the Sage is a little bigger but thought I could try out this style of folder and see if like this style of knife.

RKH

I recently ordered one as well and should get it tomorrow! My 11th spydie in a very short time...My wallet is bleeeeding!

Well, the Spyderco version of the Sage 3's lock is probably executed with tighter tolerances and better materials than a lot of the preceding knives from other manufacturers. And it's a good lock, to boot. So enjoy!

The Chaparral is a totally different lock, but is also made of great materials, and also made in Taiwan, where the fit-n-finish is good. Also, the Deacon says it's good, and he only likes about three knives in the known universe.

So, the Sage 3 probably won't tell you much about how you will respond to the Chaparral. But it looks like a really nice knife -- one that I would carry if people at my office didn't look at me funny because it seems huge to them.

I had the Sage 1...LOVED it...it was such a nice knife...too nice in fact, so i traded it in on my Paramilitary. It was so beautiful i couldn't bring myself to use/abuse it. It's probably the nicest liner lock knife i've ever handled. I'm sure the bolt action version is very nice too...i'd like to have one someday, i wouldn't feel so bad using it since it's G10....not that it's any less nice because of it.

I have the Sage 3 & I love it. The bolt action is excellent and the knife is very tight. You won't regret the purchase.

sage 3 rocks :)

is the Sage 3 as smooth at opening and closing as the Sage 1?

Thanks for all the comments on the Sage. I am looking forward to the knife and having a different lock. This is such a great forum and all the people here are so helpful. Thanks.

RKH

krislacy wrote:is the Sage 3 as smooth at opening and closing as the Sage 1?

The Sage 3 is quite smooth. Some people initially had problems with the closing part, but you will get used to it. The Sage 1 is on another level, though. It practically opens and closes itself.

Just got my Sage 3 from Howe's Knife Shop today. I took advantage of his clearance sale. $89 was a screaming deal. I LOVE it so far. 3" blades are exactly what I want for a good EDC, and the blue handle gives it more of a utility knife look for the sheeple who are afraid of a pocket knife. Opening is smooth as butter, but closing takes two hands. My guess is that once it breaks in I will be able to actuate the lock and shake the blade closed without using my second hand. My Para2 was the same until I did some break-in

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The Sage 3 is great. Unfortunately I had to sell mine. I really liked the blue G10 and the lock. The ergos were great (it is a Sage :) ) and it was extremely smooth. No play at all, easier to close than the CBBL, and the back spacer didn't even look like a separate piece. The overall profile is only slightly taller than the first 2 Sages. I think you'll be pleased.

Handwrecker wrote:The Sage 3 is great. Unfortunately I had to sell mine. I really liked the blue G10 and the lock. The ergos were great (it is a Sage :) ) and it was extremely smooth. No play at all, easier to close than the CBBL, and the back spacer didn't even look like a separate piece. The overall profile is only slightly taller than the first 2 Sages. I think you'll be pleased.

Why did you sell? It sounds like you really liked the knife. I just received mine from Howe's today as well. I like it and knew I would as I like both the Sage 1 and Sage 2. I do have to say that I like the Sages in the order of releases. Sage 1 is my favorite, followed by Sage 2 and Sage 3. All 3 are good knives but the Sage 1 is still my most carried Spyderco out of the 50 or so I own.

Sage 3 is a fantastic knife. I'm with WalzAaronFFG, 3 inch blades are my favorite EDC size knives. Effortless is the way mine opens. I use my thumb and index finger to operate the lock and can close it with one hand. Great choice rhk!

Sage I is the best for my personal taste. II is massive and III is too brightly colored, even I liked it, it has lost its gentelmans look. Also I have always regarded the axis lock to the realm of Bmde or S*G, well the Sage is an honorific family.

Sage I opens with a breeze yet stays well in place while closed. Unlocking it one handed is a realy stylish procedure. Carbon fiber, polished steel liners, great ergos and sexy rounded lines makes it the winner in the family in my opinion.

Thanks for all the replies. I am a looking forward to the Sage 3 and the Bolt Lock as a new lock. Also, Liner locks are not my favorite lock but Spyderco does an excellent job with it. I have over 50 spydercos and they are my favorite knife company.

RKH