Spyderco Dragonfly Folding Pocket Knife, PlainEdge

> Lightweight. (4 of 5) This pocket knife is great for everyday carry (EDC). The lightweight style of this blade creates a comfortable pocket carry; its like there is nothing in or attached to your pocket. There is an FRN (Fiberglass Reenforced Nylon) version of this knife which is lighter weight. However, even with the G-10 handles, this is super light! Keep in mind, it is a small knife too, but the weight is balanced nicely. > Wire Clip is O.K. (3.5 of 5) The wire clip allows this knife to carry deeply and looks nice too. The clip is strong but I the clip was caught on a chain link fence and I thought I was out a good deal of money. The wire clip caught the fence and clipped on. I am happy I found it. The wire clip is removable and I bent it into a tighter position and haven't had a problem since. > Comfortable Grip. (5 of 5) For such a small knife… I am purely impressed. The grip fits my hands perfectly (Large size hands) and holds in place. Once you have your grip, you will not have to worry about movement. The finger choil on the front it nicely placed and jimping on the knife is perfect for grip. The G-10 is a proven material and feels great and grips well also. > Couldn't be Sharper! (5 of 5) The knife comes RAZOR sharp out of the box! It was able to gut through paper and cardboard consistently as though it was butter. There is no need to re-sharpen or re-profile this blade out of the box. I have used this knife enough to re-sharpen the blade; it sharpens with ease and comes back to a razors edge. > Quality Design/Build (5 of 5) Look at the pictures. Spyderco makes great stuff. The quality is fantastic and I feel as though I can rely on this for EDC. However, the size of this knife is its only limitation. But that is to be expected from such a small knife. This knife fits its purpose for me: a reliable, low profile knife that I can EDC anywhere. This knife will not draw eyes in any excessively liberal establishment because of its small stature and clean looking design. This is not an intimidating blade. This is also a knife that is just fun to hold and to play with for those of you who like that sort of thing. >> Total Score >> 90% << (22.5 of 25) This knife gets a solid score that exceeds expectations. If you want it and have the money to buy it, buy it now. You won't regret purchasing this knife. Don’t forget top check the strength of your clip too - its an easy fix and you don’t want to regret not doing it.

The Dragonfly G-10 is one of my two casual edc knives, along with the Benchmade 707. The Dragonfly is a superb small knife for everyday, routine tasks. The small blade (sub 2") does about 99 % of the stuff most people would need a knife to go. It isn't going to chop down a tree or gut a bear, but people who do that stuff already have knives for that kind of task and are not considering Dragonflys. For casual use, this knife would be tough to beat. It is thin and sharp and slices through packaging and other stuff like butter. Much of that has to do with its thin, 2.5mm blade. Thin blades slice well, and this one is THIN. I love how the Dragonfly and, specifically, its blade is so small that it is perceived solely as a utility tool and not a weapon. You can open this up in a Starbucks if you need to, and no one will give it or you a second look. That cannot be said of many knives, even ones that are considered small EDCs. I also have the less expensive FRN version, which is basically a tough black plastic handle. They are very different. It must be noted that both of these knives do the exact same thing, with the exact same blade. On a strictly utilitarian basis, there is no reason to pay more for the G-10. However, they feel very different. The FRN version is so light as to be almost weightless. The G-10 is a solid, heavier knife with stainless steel liners and a nice G-10 handle (kind of a resin feel). Some people like the FRN version better. I prefer the G-10; my FRN sits in the drawer while the G-10 comes out with me often. I never edc the FRN version even though it is as capable as the G-10. The G-10 is solid, like a little tank. It feels great in the hand. There is a fun factor to the G-10 - you just enjoy using it. The FRN is, to me, more like a tool you keep in the drawer; it doesn't feel substantial or impressive. But again, it does the EXACT same thing as the G-10. It's really a matter of preference. But if you're wondering whether there's a difference between the two that justifies the price, the answer is Yes. If you're looking for a very small utility knife you can carry around without scaring anyone or taking up much space in your pocket, this could be the one. But also check out the Benchmade 707, which gives you an extra inch of blade with very similar slicing capability, and a far superior deployment/lock-up system than the Dragonfly's back lock. (Although many people would say that the Dragonfly is much, MUCH cooler than the Benchmade, and I'd agree with that - there is a fun factor to the Dragonfly).

I just got this knife in the mail. I was hesitant based on some people writing negative reviews on fit and finish. I am glad to say that I have absolutely no issues on the fit and finish if this knife! It was also sharp enough to shave with (which I did) right outta the box, which is a nice upside. I was torn between this G10 model and the much cheaper FRN model. The G10 has metal liners and the FRN is one molded peice of durable lightweight plastic. FRN feels super cheap in my hand, like a gas station knife. There is a guy who makes g10 replacement handles for the FRN model, but the total would have been $100. In the end I selected this to gain a bit of extra heft, and the option to replace the G10 scales with some african knobthorn I have. This knife is heavier than the FRN model. I think that is a good thing. I am very pleased with how it feels in hand. I have size XL hands, and I can get a full four finger grip. I will specify that this grip is a delicate work grip, not a ham fisted chopping grip. My thumb rests agaisnt the jimping on the top curve perfectly. My index finger on the bottom jimped coil. The remaining fingers sit on the lower portion of the handle. As for other bits about the knife. The spydie hole is not too sharp, but not too smooth. I cannot flick it out with my middle finger in the classic spydie flick but it is the first spydie I own, so theres that. I can flick it out with my thumb, though it does scratch my thumbnail up a bit. The pocket clip is a heavy duty wire and seems durable. My only complaint about this knife centers around the clip. It is tensioned very tightly against the scale. The G10 is very rough, similar to 300-400 grit sandpaper. This makes it next to impossible to clip onto my pockets. I plan to sand down the G10 scale on the clip side to be smooth so it doesn't cause this problem. However, I shouldn't have to modify a $120 dollar knife. Changing the G10 out for some classy african hardwood is an aesthetic change I was planning on anyway, just to be able to dress it up when I want. The G10 is excellent and more than serviceable. It also looks great. It's just too rough on the clip side. Either that or the clip is too tight given the roughness of the scale.

The first Dragonfly--which came out in 1994--was the original "Little Big Knife". The idea is that it's a small knife that has a comfortably-sized grip. The rear portion of the blade is not sharpened and extends the handle (what Spyderco calls a 50/50 choil). To give you an idea of how well this works, the overall length is about 5.5", yet the usable handle length is longer than that on Benchmade's mini-Griptilian and should be enough for most people to get a full four-fingered grip. The choil also allows for a grip very close to the cutting edge, which gives greater control of the blade. The price you pay for that is reduced edge length, though on Spydercos you are likely to have a ricasso there anyway if there isn't a choil. With the exception of gentleman's blades, I won't buy a knife without a choil anymore. This version of the Dragonfly has a detachable wire clip, a first for this model. It also has jimping (texturing) on the thumbramp and choil. The knife is so small, though, that I don't really think jimping is necessary, and it looks a bit ugly to me (not that it matters). The G10 is nice and grippy. Too grippy, perhaps? I had to sand down the area under the pocket clip to keep it from ripping up my pants. Speaking of which, I love Spyderco's wire clips. They are less obtrusive and carry deeper than stamped clips. Some people worry about their strength; that is, until they actually feel one. Fit and finish on my copy is perfect; looking at the back of the knife, it is difficult to see where the liners end and the backspacer begins. After breaking in, it is buttery smooth without any extra oil or lubrication added to the tang or pivot. I don't think the steel liners were absolutely necessary for screw construction, but they do make it so only one screwdriver is enough to disassemble it. The knife should be relatively easy to take apart and put back together (compared to a Delica or Endura), but keep in mind that this will void your warranty. I am one that doesn't care for the liners; they are pretty beefy and the knife has a very tank-like and dense feel to it (though it's only 2oz). The Spyderco Urban is linerless G10 and certainly does not feel cheap (it also has full screw construction). If you want something lighter, the new FRN (plastic) Dragonfly was just released today (11/22/10) and only weighs 1.2 oz. Like the G10 Dragonfly, it has screw construction, jimping on the thumb ramp and choil, and a two-way removable wire pocket clip. The FRN texture is the newer "bi-directional texturing" also used on the latest Delica and Ladybug. One last thing: I see people complain occasionally that they don't know how to close a lockback one-handed. Probably this is due to experience with a Buck 110 or similar knife. Spyderco uses a Mar-MacBurnette "mid-lock", which is a vast improvement over the traditional back-lock. They have instructions on how to close the knife one-handed on their website (link in comments).

This Spyderco knife radiates good quality. Everything on it is top grade material and is as solid as an anvil. Although it is small, I have yet to to find a task that it can't do after nearly six months of carry. The ergonomic design squeezes every bit of functionality that you can get out for a knife this size. The jimping and finger choil are angled in such a way that it really gives you the grip you need plus the pointed rear of the knife gives you a perfect spot for your pinky to clasp around. The g-10 scales are a beautiful color that also aid in the grip and durability of the knife. I have had a couple of other knives with a vg-10 steel, and I have found that it is close to the perfect steel. It keeps the sharpest edge I've ever seen for the longest amount of time, plus it is extremely resistant to rust (I've gotten it wet plenty of times and have never seen a spec of rust). Lastly, one of my favorite design features of the Dragonfly is the wired clip. Do not let the appearance fool you... It is incredibly strong and does not get scratched or get bent out of shape like your typical full clip (plus it looks better in your pocket IMO) ... So all-in-all, my recommendation is to pay the extra money for this knife and get a knife that'll last a lifetime and that you'll love to use.

Full disclosure: I’m obsessed with this knife. No matter what else I’m carrying I have this little knife with me. I have and love the frn version but this little guy is a tank! I took the pocket clip off and carry it in my 5th pocket of my jeans. After carrying this knife for a little over a year here are my thoughts: Pros: compact, light, taking up little space in the pocket while still having excellent ergos. This knife feels so secure in the hand! The g10 is grippy but not too much that it rips up my pockets. Very non threatening to everyone while still being big enough to be incredibly handy. The wire pocket clip is excellent but I still prefer to take it off and keep this knife in my coin pocket. I love spydercos vg10 as it holds a decent edge while being resistant to rust. This is a great user knife! Cons: a little expensive, some might find it a bit wide. Bottom line: I don’t know if this knife is for everyone but it is perfect for me and my everyday needs. The frn model is an excellent option but I do think this an upgraded version in materials and the g10 and metal liners make for an extremely solid yet compact knife. I highly recommend it!

I love the Spyderco Dragonfly 2--it's my favorite EDC. Light, handy, unobtrusive, and the blade on this little knife is sharp and very effective for many everyday tasks. The Dragonfly performs much bigger than its size might suggest. I own two other DFs, both with FRN handles, and they carry very lightly, since there is no reinforcement in the scales. BTW, no complaint here. I like the lightweight nature of the DF; it's perfect for light to moderate tasks. I'm not using the DF to baton any kindling, etc.; it's an EDC knife. This G-10 DF, on the other hand, has SS liners in the scales that increase the weight quite a bit, but that's a relative amount because it's still a moderate sized knife. It carries a little heavier, but it's a pleasing increase in size, and compared to the standard DF, the extra weight is just an interesting variation on the DF theme. I do not carry this DF as much as I do my standard models, but I do carry it semi-regularly, and I carried it quite a bit when I first received back a few months ago. Great knife ... kinda my Sunday-go-to-meeting Dragonfly ... but it does perform every bit as well as its more plebeian siblings. It just sports nicer togs. If you love Spyderco bugs, you'll love this knife. Get it!

I purchased the Spyderco Dragonfly with the G10 handle over a year ago, and it has been my EDC knife since! It came sharp out of the box and has kept a nice edge. It is easy to open and close with one hand. It is just the right size -- not too big, so it isn't intimidating, and not too small where it isn't functional. It is effective at opening boxes / breaking boxes down / cutting fruits and vegetables, and cleans up easily with a mild dish soap. The blade has remained sharp -- I am amazed that I haven't had to sharpen it yet. I tried one with the FRN handle, and it has a completely different feel. I highly recommend this one with the G-10 handle. The Sage 2 was my first Spyderco. It's a beautiful knife, but it's a little too big -- so it doesn't end up getting used.

One of the best small folding knife (G10).

Buen precio, entrega en 4 días aunque la fecha estimada es mucho más larga, tienda recomendable por rapidez del servicio y precio.

The cutting power is good, but the design is very beautiful. I really like it as a portable knife.

Superb quality little knife. Really capable little blade and the full flat grind means its really slicey. Probably loads heavier than the FRN lightweight whilst still being light.......ish.....

前にドラゴンフライの初期モデルを持っていましたが、それはクリップが一体型で滑りやすかった記憶があります。 また、中に金属ライナーなく軽く剛性が低かったのを覚えています。今回のG10グリップ採用の本モデルは前述のウイークポイントを全部無くしたような仕上がりで、使いやすさだけでなく 高級感すら漂い所有欲を満たしてくれる最高の出来と思います。 グリップの色は落ち着いたグリーンで真っ黒よりも落ち着いて見えて好きです。 箱出しでの切れ味は言うことありませんが、固めの素材のため、あとの砥出し次第でしょう。 アウトドアではノコギリ持参なので このスパイダルコは小さな作業用で割りきって使います。