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Spyderco Sage Linerlock

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 312 ratings
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Brand Spyderco
Model Name C123CFP
Special Feature Reversible, Foldable
Age Range (Description) Adult
Included Components Sage Linerlock Carbon Fiber
Handle Material Carbon Fiber
Blade Material Stainless Steel
Product Care Instructions Hand Wash Only
Item Weight 0.09 Kilograms

About this item

  • Crafted from the highest quality materials
  • Built for performance and durability
  • Made in Taiwan
  • Folding knife with CPF-S30V steel blade
  • PlainEdge is ground flat for precise cutting
  • Twill-woven carbon fiber handle for comfort
  • LinerLock folding system; silhouette wire pocket clip
  • Measures 4-3/16 inches when closed; weighs 3.2 ounces
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Product Description

4 1/8" closed liner lock. Full-flat ground CPM-S30V stainless standard edge blade with thumb hole pull. Carbon fiber handles. Reversible black finish stainless heavy wire pocket clip. The Sage represents Spyderco’s 30-year pledge to knife crafting and learning to make better knives at every available opportunity. This model is in recognition of knife maker Michael Walker.

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The Sage knife represents Spyderco's 30-year pledge to knife crafting and continuous improvement. The Sage is equipped with a CPM-S30V steel blade with a PlainEdge that's ground flat for precise cutting. The blade is paired with a twill-woven carbon fiber handle that vibrantly combines bonded multi-colored fibers. The weaving runs deep, making ridges and textures for the palm to grasp while gripping and cutting. The knife's main distinguishing feature, however, is the LinerLock folding system. Designed by knifemaker Michael Walker, the LinerLock system is one of many ingenious locking devices and mechanisms that Spyderco recognizes with the Sage series. The Sage concludes with a silhouette wire pocket clip that adjusts for left- or right-hand carry.

Spyderco will donate approximately five percent of sales of the Sage to the National Alzheimer's Association Denver, Colorado chapter.

Specifications

  • Blade: CPM-S30V steel
  • Handle material: Carbon fiber
  • Blade length: 3 inches
  • Cutting edge: 2-5/8 inches
  • Blade thickness: 1/8 inch
  • Hole diameter: 1/2 inch
  • Closed length: 4-3/16 inches
  • Overall length: 7-1/8 inches
  • Weight: 3.2 ounces

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  • Sage Linerlock Carbon Fiber

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    4.3 out of 5 stars
    4.3 out of 5
    312 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, value, sharpness, portability, and appearance of the knife. For example, they mention that the wire clip is strong and well made, the blade feels durable, and the steel is top notch. That said, they say it's a very high quality high dollar EDC choice well worth the price.

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    137 customers mention137 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the knife. They mention that the wire clip is strong and well made, the blade feels durable, and the S30V steel is top notch. The knife itself exudes quality and has a pillar construction. It shows zero signs of wear and holds its edge well.

    "...The other two are perfect. All came very sharp and hold their edge well thanks to the S30V steel used for the blades...." Read more

    "...Steel: CPM S30V is a hardened, powder-made, wear, and corrosion resistant stainless steel...." Read more

    "...nit picking about the liner and lock bar since it actually seems pretty solid. Unlike the Gayle Bradley (there I go again!),..." Read more

    "...it was much larger, longer and heavier than the Sage, which is just more refined, and elegant...." Read more

    131 customers mention131 positive0 negative

    Customers find the value of the knife to be excellent. They say it's a top quality knife with high quality materials and workmanship. They also say the quality control is excellent and the fit and finish of all three knives is excellent.

    "...Fit and finish of all three knives is excellent except that the Benchmade has very slight slack or side to side movement of the blade...." Read more

    "...Spydercos quality control is excellent and the people they having making their knives in that factory know what they're doing...." Read more

    "...After buying the knife, I have to say it is a damn nice knife in the 3" blade category...." Read more

    "...I couldn’t recommend this knife more and think it’s a great value at around $150.00." Read more

    113 customers mention102 positive11 negative

    The full flat ground blade of the knife is appreciated by customers for its sharpness. They say it's good for cutting apples and paper with ease.

    "...Not bad but still not perfect. The other two are perfect. All came very sharp and hold their edge well thanks to the S30V steel used for the blades...." Read more

    "...It does however still cut paper with ease on that spot. It's just a visual imperfection, and I could get it fixed if I so desired...." Read more

    "...The type of steel is amazing. It came super sharp out of the box and holds an edge nicely...." Read more

    "...fiber scales, to the nicely polished liners and bolsters, to the very sharp and well formed blade with excellent jimping, and the well done black..." Read more

    88 customers mention79 positive9 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the knife. They mention it has a very nice appearance, classier, and intricate design. They also appreciate the carbon fiber handle scales and the blade finish is quite nice.

    "...It’s discreet and appropriate in a pocket, or a briefcase. The blade’s shape and finish is impeccable. As is the grip...." Read more

    "First off, this knife offers the best combination of fit, finish, and feel of any Spyderco I've handled or owned..." Read more

    "...This knife's shape, size, blade style, and weight make it my number one choice for EDC (Every Day Carry)...." Read more

    "...But the over-all feel is both warm, and inviting, as well as visually impressive, and quite functional. Well done...." Read more

    86 customers mention86 positive0 negative

    Customers find the knife to be portable. They say the carbon fiber provides a nice sure grip, and the steel is razor sharp. They also say the knife is a pleasure to hold and use, and retains some grippy texture without being rough. The finger choil gives you an extremely good grip for fine cutting tasks, and it has an extremely sturdy grip. Customers also mention that the ergonomics are great, and they like the comfortable carry despite the increased weight.

    "...This allows for an extremely sturdy grip. The bottom thumb stop is the reason I don't mind closing this blade one-handed...." Read more

    "...it feels like glass on glass when I open it and I don't know if it's just my knife or if anyone else has noticed it but when the blade locks open it..." Read more

    "...This makes for a great feeling grip that looks incredible...." Read more

    "...It’s discreet and appropriate in a pocket, or a briefcase. The blade’s shape and finish is impeccable. As is the grip...." Read more

    81 customers mention70 positive11 negative

    Customers like the size of the knife. They say it has the best fit and finish, the blade size is perfect for EDC, and the handle is comfortable. Some say the blade length is 3 inches and the ergonomics are incredibly comfortable.

    "...For me, the Spiderco is the perfect size for an EDC; the Benchmade slighty small; the Kershaw slightly large...." Read more

    "...Fit and Finish: The fit and finish on this knife is amazing...." Read more

    "First off, this knife offers the best combination of fit, finish, and feel of any Spyderco I've handled or owned..." Read more

    "...This knife's shape, size, blade style, and weight make it my number one choice for EDC (Every Day Carry)...." Read more

    72 customers mention69 positive3 negative

    Customers find the knife light in weight for its size. They say the carbon fiber makes it light, unobtrusive, and great for EDC. They also say the size and shape are perfect for concealed pocket carry.

    "...the Kershaw is awesome for outdoor work and the Benchmade is awesome for light duty and opens super fast...." Read more

    "...wider than I'd normally choose but is still compact and light enough for thin dress pants while feeling particularly tough and sturdy...." Read more

    "...The carbon fiber handle allows this knife to be lightweight. In fact, most days I don't even realize that it's in my pocket (due to weight)!..." Read more

    "...'s folder and I did indeed purchase it due to good reviews, low pocket carry, and only 3 inch blade --- my smallest knife to date...." Read more

    58 customers mention55 positive3 negative

    Customers like the carbon fiber of the knife. They say it's stunning, nice, and has enough texture to make it great in the hand. Some appreciate the basket weave texture of the carbon/G10 laminate scales.

    "...I was so amazed with this knife, the twill-woven Carbon Fiber looks fantastic and the open construction allows for easy cleaning without taking it..." Read more

    "...the shining star of super steels but it's still got a good glow going for edge retention with just a little extra effort needed in resharpening...." Read more

    "...and without any perceptible flaw or blemish - from the perfectly uniform carbon fiber scales, to the nicely polished liners and bolsters, to the..." Read more

    "The Spyderco Sage 1 features a Walker Liner Lock, a carbon fiber handle, and a plain edge of CPM S30V steel...." Read more

    Lightweight, Deep Carry, Comfortable Grip, Could be Sharper, Quality Design/Build
    4 Stars
    Lightweight, Deep Carry, Comfortable Grip, Could be Sharper, Quality Design/Build
    > Lightweight. (4 of 5)This pocket knife is great for everyday carry (EDC). The lightweight style of this blade creates a comfortable pocket carry. The carbon fiber is a clear lightener of the knife. For the amount of steel from the blade, its always a surprise to feel how light it is.> Deep Carry. (4.5 of 5)The wire clip allows this knife to carry deeply. The clip is strong and holds the pocket well. The wire clip is durable and I have had no issues with the clip bending on this knife; however, I have had another Spyderco wire clip (on the Dragonfly 2) get caught on a chain link fence and bend off of my pocket. The wire clip is removable and I'm sure if it bends on you for the same reason, you can bend it back just as I did on my other knife.> Comfortable Grip. (5 of 5)It just plain feels good in the hand. Finger grooves and jimping on the knife is perfectly placed. It simply feels good and there are multiple ways to comfortably grip the knife.> Could be Sharper. (3.5 of 5)The knife comes sharp out of the box, don't get me wrong. It was able to gut through paper and cardboard consistently with relative ease. However, for over $100 dollars, I expect a razors edge. I have gotten cheaper knifes from Kershaw that come sharper out of the box. The Sage was easy enough to re-profile and sharpen to a razors edge (30 degree). Again, I shouldn't have felt the need to resharpen it straight out of the box.> Quality Design/Build (4.5 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 lightweight nature of the knife would make me want a heavy knife for intense cutting tasks. After using the knife for heavier tasks however (extreme boxes, heavy fabric, light wood use), the knife holds up better than expected.>> Total Score >> 86% << (21.5 of 25) This knife gets a solid above average score. If you want it and have the money to buy it, buy it now. You won't regret purchasing this knife.
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    Fred
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Size EDC (for me)
    Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2013
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    I have the Benchmade Emissary, the Kershaw Blurr and now the Spiderco Sage. For me, the Spiderco is the perfect size for an EDC; the Benchmade slighty small; the Kershaw slightly large. The Spiderco can take on jobs that either of the other two knives would excel at. The Benchmade handles small up to medium size; the Kershaw handles large down to medium size. Fit and finish of all three knives is excellent except that the Benchmade has very slight slack or side to side movement of the blade. Not bad but still not perfect. The other two are perfect. All came very sharp and hold their edge well thanks to the S30V steel used for the blades. The Benchmade opens the fastest and hides best in the pocket. The Kershaw is more noticeable in the pocket and opens very quickly but is only 2nd fastest. The Spiderco is the slowest but is very smooth opening. I had to learn how to open the Spiderco one-handed because I had used the other two first. With them the knife axis lies along the axis of your palm and the blade is flicked open using the thumb stud. The Spiderco is a little different. Its blade has a hole for the thumb and the axis of the knife has to be at a small angle to the axis of the hand. The thumb is used to rotate through a full 180 degree arc whereas with the other two less than 90 degrees is required. The 180 arc is very smooth though and provides for a certain tactile satisfaction. One-handed closing of the blade is a lot easier with the Spiderco for me and I feel safe doing it. I'm still a little nervous to do so with the other two. There are two other features that the Spiderco has that I like that the other two don't have. Gimping at the top anchor of the blade and a thumb stop at the bottom anchor. This allows for an extremely sturdy grip. The bottom thumb stop is the reason I don't mind closing this blade one-handed.

    If I could have only one knife I would get the Spiderco since it covers from small to large EDC tasks. But, the Kershaw is awesome for outdoor work and the Benchmade is awesome for light duty and opens super fast. For night carry I would pick the Kershaw; for office carry the Benchmade; for everything else the Spiderco. I feel lucky to own all three.
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    Dylan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Spyderco Excellence
    Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2015
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    Oh wow, Where do I start?

    Fit and Finish: The fit and finish on this knife is amazing. When I received this knife I spent a good couple minutes looking for imperfections and I could only find one. On one side of the blade the grind isn't fully ground to the back of the blade, where the finger choil is, it's only a very very small portion. It's not that big of a deal because I don't use the edge that far back on the knife, but it's there. It does however still cut paper with ease on that spot. It's just a visual imperfection, and I could get it fixed if I so desired. The blade centering came perfect out of box and stayed that way for quite some time and only takes 10 seconds to get it back to perfect with a T8 bit. I am very impressed with this knife, don't let "Made in Taichung Taiwan" fool you. Spydercos quality control is excellent and the people they having making their knives in that factory know what they're doing. For me the knifes lock up had a breaking in period, it was stiff at first but now it's perfect. it feels like glass on glass when I open it and I don't know if it's just my knife or if anyone else has noticed it but when the blade locks open it gives the most satisfying POP I've ever heard on a knife. I'll literally just sit on the couch watching TV with the wife and just open and close it just to hear that sound.

    Ergonomics: When I decided to purchase this knife I was a little worried how I would like this blade, being how it's on the smaller side that what I'm used to. I wear a large sized glove and this knife is perfect in my hand if I choke up and use the finger choil. I can hold it normally but for this knife it just feels natural to use the finger choil. The edges are smoothed and feel comfortable. There's jimping on the spine of the blade and on the choil, it's the best jimping I've come across on a knife. It grabs and holds onto your thumb but it doesn't feel uncomfortable by any means, it just works. It has a wire pocket clip and let me tell you, I had my doubts about it but man is it stiff. Not so stiff that you can't get it out of your pocket but stiff enough to give you peace of mind. With the black wire clip it also disappears into your pocket leaving people none the wiser. Also with the flat design of the knife it's so comfortable in the pocket I've forgotten I've had it on me multiple times.

    Steel: CPM S30V is a hardened, powder-made, wear, and corrosion resistant stainless steel. Fun fact, it was also the first steel designed specifically for knives. It came hair shaving sharp out of box. This was my first time using this steel and let me tell you, I was blown away. On my other knives I'd have to sharpen them 3-4 times a week with moderate use. I can get away with sharpening this blade once every 4 weeks with heavy use. The only down side and what you're going to have to deal with since it is a harder steel is it's going to take a longer time to put that nice razor edge back on it. It takes me about an hour to get that perfect edge. That's something I'm willing to deal with for amazing edge retention.

    Overall: This was the first "nice" knife I've ever bought. before this I've only had Kershaw and SOG. I was so amazed with this knife, the twill-woven Carbon Fiber looks fantastic and the open construction allows for easy cleaning without taking it apart. I am so happy with this knife. I use it for everything, EDC, Food prep around the kitchen, heck one time I made steak and sat down at the table and forgot my steak knife and just used my Sage that was in my pocket. When I first got it all I wanted to do was baby it but now it has scratches on the blade, I've dropped it and it's seen some use. I don't baby my tools. Plus I think knives that look really nice look even better with wear on them, like a museum piece. I paid $90 for this knife a couple months ago and at that price for everything I listed here that is a STEAL. One more thing before I stop typing this review is if you plan on taking your knife apart I recommend getting some blue locktite for the pivot screws, I noticed recently that the blade centering and retention comes a little loose over time, even faster if you flick it. Like I said it takes 10 seconds with a T8 bit to get it back to normal but it's just nice to have it locked down. With all that said, I'd buy this knife again in a heart beat if something were to ever happen to it.
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