Dyad Jr SPY27 [Sprint Run]

Description

Originally introduced in 1999, the Dyad Jr. Lightweight took the twin-bladed versatility of its predecessors and expressed it with fiberglass-reinforced-nylon (FRN) handle scales. This unique Sprint Run version not only revives this classic design, but enhances it with Spyderco’s proprietary blade steel, CPM SPY27, and the advantages of screw-together construction. Its two satin-finished blades include a saber-ground SpyderEdge sheepfoot blade and a full-flat-ground PlainEdge clip-point blade. Together, they provide more than four inches of cutting capability and are ready to tackle everything from tough, fibrous materials to detail-oriented cutting chores. Both blades feature a Trademark Round Hole for easy one or two-handed opening. They also lock securely via a unique “bypass” design featuring two independent back lock mechanisms with matching relief cuts. The knife’s scales are injection molded in a distinctive cobalt blue—one of the signature colors of Spyderco’s elite CPM SPY27 family—and feature a traditional Volcano Grip™ texture pattern for a non-slip grip. A remarkable resurrection of a true Spyderco classic, the Dyad Jr. Lightweight is clipless and purpose designed for in-pocket carry.

Notes

I really like this thing! It fits quite well in my 5th pocket so it's not necessarily a problem that it lacks a clip. It is weird that it has two backlocks in one but once you remember that to close the blade it's the further back lockbar, it's easy to get used to. You'll see what I mean when you have it in hand.

The performance of the blades are also quite good, which makes sense considering how thin they are. The price is also quite reasonable for a special limited run like this - the Dyad Jr. is long discontinued from the standard catalog and the future of SPY27 is uncertain following the demise of Crucible Industries. 

It's also good as a little letter/package opener knife since it has both PE and SE blades and no clip. Maybe consider picking it up as a stocking stuffer for a loved one!

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