Comparison Console
Spyderco Caribbean vs Spyderco Persistence
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Persistence stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Persistence stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Persistence stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Persistence stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Persistence stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, with about a 12% 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
Unknown
US$30
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
94 g (3.32 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
94 mm (3.70 in)Longest
70 mm (2.76 in)Shortest
Overall length
217 mm (8.54 in)Longest
174 mm (6.85 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
105 mm (4.13 in)
Blade thickness
3.6 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
LC200N
8Cr13MoV
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
FRN or G-10
Finish
Satin
PlainEdge or Black Oxide coated variants
Lock type
Compression Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb hole (Spyderhole)
Spyderco round hole
Clip type
Bead-blasted titanium clip, tip-up, non-deep carry
Four-position pocket clip (tip-up/tip-down, left/right)
Use case profile
Best for
EDCWet conditions useUtility tasksFood preparation
Everyday carryEDCCampingHuntingUtilityTactical use
Not best for
Deep-carry clip preference
Heavy batoning or intensive wood chopping
Common praise
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
Secure grip with textured handleSmooth deployment with round holeSolid liner lock and ambidextrous clipGood edge retention for priceLightweight and compact
Common complaints
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
G-10 handle can feel rough or less comfortable for long tasks8Cr13MoV steel requires maintenance in corrosive environmentsNot ideal for heavy-duty batoning or wood choppingSerrated edges can be harder to sharpen