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Spyderco Atlantic Salt vs Spyderco Caribbean
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Atlantic Salt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Atlantic Salt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Atlantic Salt stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Atlantic Salt stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, with about a 20% 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$125.95
Unknown
Weight
73.7 g (2.60 oz)Lightest
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
94 mm (3.70 in)
94 mm (3.70 in)
Overall length
210 mm (8.27 in)Shortest
217 mm (8.54 in)Longest
Closed length
117 mm (4.61 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.6 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
H-1 (some versions), LC200N (some versions)
LC200N
Handle material
FRN
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Hollow-ground serrated or plain edge (SpyderEdge), Tumbled finish (LC200N version)
Satin
Lock type
Lockback
Compression Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb hole (Spyderhole)
Clip type
Reversible, tip-up pocket clip
Bead-blasted titanium clip, tip-up, non-deep carry
Use case profile
Best for
Marine And Saltwater EnvironmentsRescue Work And Emergency CuttingOutdoor And EDC Use
EDCWet Conditions UseUtility TasksFood Preparation
Not best for
Heavy Chopping Or Prying TasksTasks Requiring Pointed Blade Tip
Deep Carry Clip Preference
Common praise
Highly Corrosion Resistant Blade Steel For Saltwater UseErgonomic FRN Handle With Volcano Grip TextureAmbidextrous Reversible Pocket ClipEffective Cutting Performance With Hollow Ground Serrated Or Plain Edge Blades
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
Some Versions Heavier Than Comparable KnivesLimited Tip For Piercing Tasks Due To Sheepfoot Blade Shape
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
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