Published October 9, 2026

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In the EDC and knifemaking worlds, Spyderco is practically synonymous with performance and quality. Unfortunately, that combination and pedigree typically also come with a high cost.

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But if you’re patient and attentive enough, you can sometimes find the brand’s impressive offerings for way less than you’d normally spend.

Such is the case with the Spyderco Lil’ Native SlipIt, which just dropped to an all-time-low price at Blade HQ.

As the knife’s name suggests, this is a far more compact version of the brand’s Native silhouette, a fan favorite. This one measures just 5.89 inches open, with a 2.42-inch blade, allowing it to skirt many knife-carrying restrictions around the world.

That’s aided, of course, by its lack of a lock. Yes, the “SlipIt” in its name means this is a slipjoint non-locking knife. Yet, this pared-down gentleman’s folder still packs a performance wallop, courtesy of its materials.

The blade is short but stout, crafted from S30V steel and featuring the brand’s signature Round Hole deployment. The handle scales are grippy, weather-resistant, durable G-10. And the whole thing is finished off with a steel pocket clip (and a lanyard hole) for easier carry.

Normally priced at $225, the Spyderco Lil’ Native SlipIt is down 31 percent to just $155 at Blade HQ.

About the Author: Sean Tirman is an associate editor at Gear Patrol who specializes in EDC, cannabis and outdoor gear.