Comparison Console
Spyderco Amalgam vs Spyderco Caribbean
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Amalgam stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Amalgam stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Amalgam stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Amalgam stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, 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$330
Unknown
Weight
122.08 g (4.31 oz)Heaviest
119 g (4.20 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
96.52 mm (3.80 in)Longest
94 mm (3.70 in)Shortest
Overall length
226.06 mm (8.90 in)Longest
217 mm (8.54 in)Shortest
Closed length
129.54 mm (5.10 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.51 mm (0.14 in)Thinnest
3.6 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
LC200N
Handle material
Carbon fiber/G-10 laminate with nested, skeletonized stainless steel liners
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Full-flat grind
Satin
Lock type
Compression Lock
Compression Lock
Opening method
Index-finger flipper opener and Trademark Round Hole
Thumb hole (Spyderhole)
Clip type
Four-position pocket clip
Bead-blasted titanium clip, tip-up, non-deep carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryHuntingCampingHikingSurvivalTactical use
EDCWet conditions useUtility tasksFood preparation
Not best for
Unknown
Deep-carry clip preference
Common praise
Smooth opening action with ball-bearing washersStrong and reliable Compression LockLightweight yet durable handle constructionAmbidextrous carry options with four-position clip
Rust-free LC200N blade for worry-free use in wet conditionsLarger blade than Para Military 2 without significant weight increaseSmooth deployment and fidget-friendly designUnique G10 handle provides excellent gripCompression lock for safer closingVersatile for various tasks, from utility to food prep
Common complaints
Unknown
Non-rustproof hardware and liners can corrodeSoft screws may strip easily during adjustmentsNo deep-carry clip, with about 3/4 inch protruding from pocketUnique aesthetics may not appeal to everyoneThinner edge requires more frequent maintenanceHigher price point compared to some other Spyderco models