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Kershaw Bel Air vs Spyderco Caly 3
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Kershaw Bel Air stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Caly 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Caly 3 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Bel Air stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Bel Air stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly 3 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly 3 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Bel Air stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly 3 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Bel Air stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$160Most expensive
US$150Cheapest
Weight
82 g (2.89 oz)Lightest
85 g (3.00 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)
76 mm (2.99 in)
Overall length
183 mm (7.20 in)Longest
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
Closed length
107 mm (4.21 in)Longest
103 mm (4.06 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.18 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
Laminated ZDP-189 core with 420J2 outer layers
Handle material
Aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Blackwash or Black PVD coating depending on model
Satin
Lock type
DuraLock crossbar lock
Lockback
Opening method
Manual KVT ball bearings with thumb stud
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocketclip
Wire clip, reversible, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Utility tasksCamping and hikingFoods preparation
Everyday carryPrecision cuttingLong-lasting edge retentionErgonomic use
Not best for
Heavy prying tasksWoodworking requiring thick blade stock
Flick opening or fast deployment compared to modern knivesUsers wanting easily sharpened steel
Common praise
Excellent corrosion resistanceSmooth, easy deploymentThin blade stock provides superior cutting performanceAmbidextrous, secure locking mechanismComfortable and lightweight aluminum handle
Exceptional edge retention due to ZDP-189 laminated steelErgonomic handle design with comfortable thumb ramp and finger choilLightweight and slim profile ideal for everyday carrySolid lockback mechanism with good lockup
Common complaints
Pocket clip protrudes slightly from handle causing minor snaggingHeavier than some ultra-light competitorsBlade thickness may flex under heavy pryingInitial limited variants availability
Relatively slow and stiff blade deploymentDifficult to flick open compared to modern knives420J2 outer steel layer scratches easilyTang rubbing causing circular marks around the blade base during deployment
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