{"title":"S45VN Knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep up your blade game with our meticulously curated collection of S45VN knives at Blade Forge, your trusted source for premium cutting tools in Australia. Developed by Crucible Industries using their advanced CPM (Crucible Particle Metallurgy) process, S45VN is the highly anticipated evolution of the renowned S30V and S35VN steels. It delivers a meticulously engineered balance of superior edge retention, robust toughness, and enhanced corrosion resistance, making it an exceptional choice for the modern knife user. Whether you're navigating urban demands or the rugged Australian outdoors, an S45VN knife provides a winning combination of reliable performance and enduring value that's truly hard to beat.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExceptional Edge Retention:\u003c\/b\u003e Experience long-lasting sharpness that effortlessly tackles everyday tasks and demanding outdoor adventures. Thanks to its refined carbide structure, S45VN steel minimizes chipping and wear, ensuring your blade maintains its keen edge for extended use between sharpening sessions.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnhanced Toughness:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for resilience, S45VN offers impressive resistance to breaking or bending, even under demanding use. This robust characteristic makes it a reliable companion for a wide variety of cutting jobs where durability is paramount.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuperior Corrosion Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e Navigate diverse environments with absolute confidence. S45VN boasts notably improved corrosion resistance compared to its predecessors (S30V\/S35VN) and many other popular steels, ensuring your blade remains in pristine condition and resists rust formation, even in humid or wet conditions.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOutstanding Performance-to-Value Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e While offering top-tier performance on par with some super-premium steels, S45VN remains at a more accessible price point. This makes it an intelligent choice for those seeking a cutting-edge balance of performance and affordability.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spyderco-para-3-c223gpbk-3-s45vn-satin-blade-black-g-10-handles","title":"Spyderco Para 3 C223GPBK - 2.95\" S45VN Black DLC Blade, Black G-10 Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/spyderco-para-3\" title=\"Shop Spyderco Para 3\"\u003eSpyderco Para 3\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Para 3 folding knife condenses all the proven attributes of Spyderco's iconic Para Military™ 2 into a more compact, convenient package. Now, for tactical users concerned about light discipline or those who favor a black blade, the Para 3 offers a robust Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) blade coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis discreet coating is permanently bonded to the premium CPM® S45VN™ stainless steel blade, which boasts a full-flat grind, a PlainEdge™ cutting edge, and an easily accessible Trademark Round Hole™ for swift, ambidextrous, one-handed opening. The blade's strength is fortified by a high-performance Compression Lock® mechanism seamlessly integrated into the handle's textured black G-10 scales. The open-backed handle construction, designed for easy cleaning, trims the knife's weight and provides a stable base for a four-position hourglass clip, supporting left or right-side tip-up or tip-down carry. In harmony with the blade, the clip, and all assembly screws are treated with non-reflective coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.24\" (184mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.95\" (75mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPM S45VN\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.29\" (109mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.62\" (67mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.4oz (96g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.145\" (3.7mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e G-10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClip Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmbi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip Carry Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4-position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLock Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompression\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-Flat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnited States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CqlGOfhKjeA?si=I-YMMG8zVmASTQMg\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spyderco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46759571947835,"sku":"C223GPBK","price":324.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/c223gpbk-1-64f5806ac2fd4.webp?v=1693881917"},{"product_id":"spyderco-para-3-c223gp-2-95-s45vn-satin-blade-black-g-10-handles","title":"Spyderco Para 3 C223GP - 2.95\" S45VN Satin Blade, Black G-10 Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the rest of the \u003ca title=\"Shop Spyderco Para 3\" href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/spyderco-para-3\"\u003eSpyderco Para 3\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Para 3 distills the outstanding features of Spyderco’s best-selling Para Military™ 2 into a more compact, versatile cutting tool. Its precision-machined three-inch blade, crafted from premium CPM® S45VN stainless steel, showcases a full-flat grind for an optimal blend of strength, precision, and effortless cutting performance. With a textured index-finger choil and thumb ramp, it offers a secure grip and precise control during intricate cutting tasks. The iconic Trademark Round Hole™, synonymous with Spyderco, allows rapid, one-handed blade deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain a slim, pocket-friendly profile, the Para 3 boasts a lightweight, open-backed design. Its stainless steel liners are nestled into meticulously machined recesses within the textured G-10 scales. This not only reduces handle thickness but also provides robust support for the Compression Lock®, situated in the handle's spine. This high-strength mechanism ensures secure blade deployment during use, allowing easy, one-handed closure. Completing the design, a versatile four-position hourglass clip and a generously sized lined lanyard hole enable ambidextrous tip-up or tip-down carry and facilitate the attachment of fobs and lanyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighing ounce for ounce, the Para 3 stands as one of the most capable folding knives ever created and is destined to become a timeless classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.24\" (184mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.95\" (75mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPM S45VN\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.29\" (109mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.62\" (67mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.4oz (96g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.145\" (3.7mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e G-10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClip Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmbi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip Carry Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4-position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLock Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompression\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-Flat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnited States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"664\" height=\"1181\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Zr0Q_NkljWc\" title='Spyderco Para 3 C223GP - 2.95\" S45VN Satin Blade, Black G-10 Handles'\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CqlGOfhKjeA?si=I-YMMG8zVmASTQMg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spyderco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46759609696571,"sku":"C223GP","price":299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/c223gp-1-64f58071c0450.webp?v=1693882303"},{"product_id":"spyderco-para-military-2-c81gp2-3-42-s45vn-satin-blade-black-g-10-handles","title":"Spyderco Para Military 2 C81GP2 - 3.42\" S45VN Satin Blade, Black G-10 Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the rest of the \u003ca title=\"Shop Spyderco Para Military 2\" href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/spyderco-para-military-2\"\u003eSpyderco Para Military 2\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndoubtedly among Spyderco’s most sought-after and beloved designs, the Para Military 2 captures the world-class performance of the iconic Military Model, skillfully condensed into a more manageable, pocket-friendly form. Not content with this achievement alone, it also incorporates the exceptional strength, reliability, and user-friendliness of the Compression Lock mechanism, coupled with the versatility of a four-position pocket clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting fusion transcends the individual components and is often regarded by many users as the quintessential folding knife design. To elevate the performance even further, this variant showcases the exceptional CPM S45VN blade steel and features textured black G-10 scales for an enhanced grip and aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.24\" (209mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.42\" (87mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPM S45VN\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.82 \" (122mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.04\" (77mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.9oz (111g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.145\" (3.7mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e G-10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClip Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmbi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip Carry Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4-position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLock Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompression\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-Flat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnited States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Spyderco Para Military 2 C81GP2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D5qdKI85pjE\" height=\"741\" width=\"417\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CEws7VfUtJI?si=3slweuTPl1NzSHTc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spyderco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46759658488123,"sku":"C81GP2","price":329.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/c81gp2-2-64f5807822f33.webp?v=1693882615"},{"product_id":"spyderco-para-military-2-c81gpbk2-3-42-s45vn-black-dlc-blade-black-g-10-handles","title":"Spyderco Para Military 2 C81GPBK2 - 3.42\" S45VN Black DLC Blade, Black G-10 Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee the rest of the \u003ca title=\"Shop Spyderco Para Military 2\" href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/spyderco-para-military-2\"\u003eSpyderco Para Military 2\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2010, Spyderco introduced the Para Military 2, an evolution of the classic version with notable enhancements. The introduction of the Bushing Pivot System ensured smoother action and consistent manufacturing precision. The G-10 handle was refined, narrowing towards the end for improved ergonomics. Both the handle and blade were slimmed down to eliminate uncomfortable angles when carried in a pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEquipped with a Compression Lock® and a versatile four-way clip, it supports tip-up\/tip-down and left\/right-hand carry, discreetly resting deep in your pocket. The Para Military 2 boasts a high-performance CPM S45VN full flat-ground blade, with extended tip length and added jimping on the spine and finger choil. 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