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product_id: 1871094
title: "Endura 4 Lightweight Folding Pocket Knife, PlainEdge | Black, 8.7\" Overall Length, 3.8\" VG-10 Steel Blade, FRN Handle, Back Lock, Saber Grind"
brand: "spyderco"
price: "R3243"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Spyderco"
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# 3.8" VG-10 steel blade Lightweight FRN handle with steel liners Precision lockback with Boye dent Endura 4 Lightweight Folding Pocket Knife, PlainEdge | Black, 8.7" Overall Length, 3.8" VG-10 Steel Blade, FRN Handle, Back Lock, Saber Grind

**Brand:** spyderco
**Price:** R3243
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Own the edge that professionals trust — Spyderco Endura 4, where precision meets power.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Endura 4 Lightweight Folding Pocket Knife, PlainEdge | Black, 8.7" Overall Length, 3.8" VG-10 Steel Blade, FRN Handle, Back Lock, Saber Grind by spyderco
- **How much does it cost?** R3243 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- spyderco enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted spyderco brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Mastery:** Bi-directional textured handle and jimping provide a secure, non-slip grip—even in wet or gloved conditions.
- • **Ambidextrous Carry:** Four-position pocket clip adapts seamlessly for right or left-handed users, blending convenience with style.
- • **Lockback Confidence:** Engineered lockback with Boye dent ensures rock-solid blade security and satisfying one-handed operation.
- • **Cutting Edge Excellence:** Saber-ground VG-10 steel blade delivers razor-sharp precision and corrosion resistance for every task.
- • **Durable Lightweight Design:** Fiberglass-reinforced nylon handle with skeletonized steel liners offers rugged strength without bulk.

## Overview

The Spyderco Endura 4 is a premium lightweight folding pocket knife featuring a 3.8-inch VG-10 stainless steel drop point blade with a durable saber grind. Its precision-engineered lockback with Boye dent offers secure, one-handed operation, while the fiberglass-reinforced nylon handle with steel liners ensures a strong yet comfortable grip. Ambidextrous four-position clip and ergonomic design make it the ultimate everyday carry tool for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

## Description

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Review: the first thing a knife should do is cut - Started carrying a Gerber E-Z many years ago, mostly for show. It was easy to deploy (thumb hole) but I never trusted the lockback (which rose above the scales in the back). The Gerber was not sharp and I could not get it sharp. When the clip eventually got loose (and could not be tightened), I switched to CRKT M16 because of the double lock. It was sharp and I could mostly keep it sharp and I liked the tanto blade. But the blade was too short and I learned that I will never trust a liner lock (with or without a double lock). I discovered the Benchmade 'axis' lock (Gerber calls a similar lock the 'wedge', others call it 'crossbolt'). I ordered one with a thumbhole and got one with thumb studs. It is a fine lock but it makes the knife fat. I also worried that a push from the front might dislodge the lock unintentionally (the spring on Gerber's wedge is much stronger). The blade was too short and I will not get another knife with studs, but the essential problem was that it would not cut more than the old Gerber E-Z. That brings me to the Endura4. Thought I would never get another lockback, but Spyderco's lockback is not like the old Gerber. It is precision-cut and gives a very satisfying click when engaged. The lockback rides below the scales, and, if that is not enough protection, Spyderco added the 'dent'. My fingers appreciate the idea. The big thumbhole makes the knife deployable with gloves. Finally, the Endura4 (VG-10 steel, Japan) cuts everything from delicate (smooth opening of a CD security strip), to ordinary (quartering apples), to difficult (low-lying Osage Orange branches on my daily walk). Quality is at Benchmade standards but, if I ever need to work on it, the fasteners are torx T8 for the blade and T6 for the rest, including the movable clip. That clip is the best I have used so far (better than Benchmade). The scales (handle) are fibreglass-reinforced nylon with steel liners. They are comfortable but yet non-slip. Spyderco add jimming on the front of the scales above and on the the blade just beyond the pivot to further decrease the chance of sliding forward on the blade. That blade is long. It is a big knife in a small package. That means it is a drop point blade, but Spyderco's flat sabre cut (not hollow cut) looks to leave the blade very strong. I will know more after a few years.
Review: First lockback EDC, it's amazing - So, seeing as this is the first lockback I've ever EDC'd, I was a bit skeptical as to how it would feel opening and closing it with one hand. But after using it just a little bit and getting used to it, I can honestly say that it's the most natural feeling lockback I've ever used. It closes easily with one hand, and the Boye dent on the lock makes it that much better. It feels like it was built for my hand, the ergos are just fantastic on the knife. At first it seemed a bit long, but after holding it, it just felt perfect. Lockup is completely solid, no blade play. When I first took it out of the box the opening was a bit tight, but after I loosened the pivot no more than a quarter turn, it was completely smooth and easy. The blade is centered in the handle, which brings me to the next point. The handle has steel liners embedded in the FRN handle scales, which give it strenghth and solidity. The clip is able to be repositioned with a T6 bit in tip up or down, left or right. Some people have said that the FRN so them feels cheap and slippery, and I can tell you that this isn't true at all. Yeah FRN is plastic, but it has a solid quality feeling to it, it doesn't feel cheap or like it's going to break on me, at all. And the bi-directional texturing on it just locks it right into my grip, it doesn't move at all, and I think it'd be the same if it were wet too. The blade steel is VG 10 which is an EXCELLENT steel that holds an edge and sharpens relatively easily, the blade was razor sharp right out of the box, cut phonebook paper and shaved hairs effortlessly, despite being a saber grind and having a thicker blade vs a full flat grind (ffg). The spydie hole in the blade makes the knife extremely easy to lock your finger into to open the blade, and paired with the phosphor bronze washers/bushings, it opens extremely easy. The lock is perfect, it holds the blade in place while it's closed, but it opens effortlessly with a flick of your finger. All in all this knife is absolutely perfect, I can't think of any complaints I have with it, seeing as it has everything one could want in a knife and more. It's my first Spyderco and this knife is an excellent representation of their quality, I'll definitely be buying another one. Take it from me, with this knife, you just can't go wrong.

## Features

- Trusted EDC Design - With over three decades of refinement, the Endura 4 remains a benchmark in folding knife design, trusted worldwide for everyday utility and dependable function.
- Customizable Carry Options - A four-position pocket clip and high-strength back lock provide secure, flexible carry for right- or left-handed users, ensuring confidence in any situation.
- Lightweight Yet Rugged - Injection-molded fiberglass-reinforced nylon handle with skeletonized steel liners delivers durability and comfort without adding bulk.
- High-Performance VG-10 Steel - Saber-ground VG-10 stainless steel blades provide a strong, sharp edge with excellent cutting performance and corrosion resistance, available in multiple edge styles.
- Everyday Cutting Confidence - From outdoor adventures to daily utility, the Endura 4 combines lightweight construction, secure ergonomics, and professional cutting power in one dependable tool.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001CZDNVU |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #470,810 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #2,189 in Pocket Knives & Folding Knives |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Length | 3.8 inches |
| Blade Material | VG10 Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Drop Point |
| Blade Type | Drop Point |
| Brand | Spyderco |
| Brand Name | Spyderco |
| Color | Black Handle - Stainless Steel Blade |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 383 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00716104000944 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Nylon |
| Included Components | Spyderco Endura4 Nylon Plain Edge |
| Item Length | 8.78 inches |
| Item Shape | folding |
| Item Type Name | backpack,caping,earmuff |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Spyderco |
| Model Name | C10PBK |
| Model Number | 000944 |
| Part Number | 000944 |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Size | 3.8" |
| Special Feature | Foldable, Lightweight, Locking Blades |
| Special Features | Foldable, Lightweight, Locking Blades |
| Style | Stainless PlainEdge |
| Theme | Outdoor |
| UPC | 716104000944 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Material:** VG10 Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Spyderco
- **Color:** Black Handle - Stainless Steel Blade
- **Handle Material:** Nylon
- **Included Components:** Spyderco Endura4 Nylon Plain Edge
- **Model Name:** C10PBK
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Camping
- **Special Feature:** Foldable, Lightweight, Locking Blades
- **Style:** Stainless PlainEdge

## Images

![Endura 4 Lightweight Folding Pocket Knife, PlainEdge | Black, 8.7" Overall Length, 3.8" VG-10 Steel Blade, FRN Handle, Back Lock, Saber Grind - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51H60Psjo9L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: can the nub be used as a bottle opener?**
A: It works great as a bottle opener,  the trick is to weap your hand around the back of the blade and adjust the angle.   Fun fact,  one of the first precursors to the whole "wave" concept was a blade by Kershaw with a bottle opener on the back.   Craig Douglas recognized the potential and modified it for reverse edge work,  calling it the southern comfort and waving the blade years before Emerson patented a similar concept.

**Q: Made where?**
A: Made in seki japan which is where most mid to high price spyderco blades are made. I have seki made spyderco knives from the first time spyderco started selling their knives in the early 1980's

**Q: Can you switch the side the clip is on?**
A: Yep. Get some blue loctite and loctite the screws once you switch the clip to the other side in order  to ensure the clip doesn't fall off.

**Q: Is it made in the USA**
A: No. This knife is made in Seki City Japan.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ the first thing a knife should do is cut
*by W***T on April 21, 2012*

Started carrying a Gerber E-Z many years ago, mostly for show. It was easy to deploy (thumb hole) but I never trusted the lockback (which rose above the scales in the back). The Gerber was not sharp and I could not get it sharp. When the clip eventually got loose (and could not be tightened), I switched to CRKT M16 because of the double lock. It was sharp and I could mostly keep it sharp and I liked the tanto blade. But the blade was too short and I learned that I will never trust a liner lock (with or without a double lock). I discovered the Benchmade 'axis' lock (Gerber calls a similar lock the 'wedge', others call it 'crossbolt'). I ordered one with a thumbhole and got one with thumb studs. It is a fine lock but it makes the knife fat. I also worried that a push from the front might dislodge the lock unintentionally (the spring on Gerber's wedge is much stronger). The blade was too short and I will not get another knife with studs, but the essential problem was that it would not cut more than the old Gerber E-Z. That brings me to the Endura4. Thought I would never get another lockback, but Spyderco's lockback is not like the old Gerber. It is precision-cut and gives a very satisfying click when engaged. The lockback rides below the scales, and, if that is not enough protection, Spyderco added the 'dent'. My fingers appreciate the idea. The big thumbhole makes the knife deployable with gloves. Finally, the Endura4 (VG-10 steel, Japan) cuts everything from delicate (smooth opening of a CD security strip), to ordinary (quartering apples), to difficult (low-lying Osage Orange branches on my daily walk). Quality is at Benchmade standards but, if I ever need to work on it, the fasteners are torx T8 for the blade and T6 for the rest, including the movable clip. That clip is the best I have used so far (better than Benchmade). The scales (handle) are fibreglass-reinforced nylon with steel liners. They are comfortable but yet non-slip. Spyderco add jimming on the front of the scales above and on the the blade just beyond the pivot to further decrease the chance of sliding forward on the blade. That blade is long. It is a big knife in a small package. That means it is a drop point blade, but Spyderco's flat sabre cut (not hollow cut) looks to leave the blade very strong. I will know more after a few years.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ First lockback EDC, it's amazing
*by L***. on July 23, 2013*

So, seeing as this is the first lockback I've ever EDC'd, I was a bit skeptical as to how it would feel opening and closing it with one hand. But after using it just a little bit and getting used to it, I can honestly say that it's the most natural feeling lockback I've ever used. It closes easily with one hand, and the Boye dent on the lock makes it that much better. It feels like it was built for my hand, the ergos are just fantastic on the knife. At first it seemed a bit long, but after holding it, it just felt perfect. Lockup is completely solid, no blade play. When I first took it out of the box the opening was a bit tight, but after I loosened the pivot no more than a quarter turn, it was completely smooth and easy. The blade is centered in the handle, which brings me to the next point. The handle has steel liners embedded in the FRN handle scales, which give it strenghth and solidity. The clip is able to be repositioned with a T6 bit in tip up or down, left or right. Some people have said that the FRN so them feels cheap and slippery, and I can tell you that this isn't true at all. Yeah FRN is plastic, but it has a solid quality feeling to it, it doesn't feel cheap or like it's going to break on me, at all. And the bi-directional texturing on it just locks it right into my grip, it doesn't move at all, and I think it'd be the same if it were wet too. The blade steel is VG 10 which is an EXCELLENT steel that holds an edge and sharpens relatively easily, the blade was razor sharp right out of the box, cut phonebook paper and shaved hairs effortlessly, despite being a saber grind and having a thicker blade vs a full flat grind (ffg). The spydie hole in the blade makes the knife extremely easy to lock your finger into to open the blade, and paired with the phosphor bronze washers/bushings, it opens extremely easy. The lock is perfect, it holds the blade in place while it's closed, but it opens effortlessly with a flick of your finger. All in all this knife is absolutely perfect, I can't think of any complaints I have with it, seeing as it has everything one could want in a knife and more. It's my first Spyderco and this knife is an excellent representation of their quality, I'll definitely be buying another one. Take it from me, with this knife, you just can't go wrong.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Classic And Still One Of The Best
*by D***Z on July 10, 2019*

Years ago, when I started on the police department in the 1980s, I got a Spyderco Police. The price was a stretch for a young patrolman and as fate would have it, the knife was lost during a foot chase one night only a few months later. It was replaced with various other knives, the last one being a Kershaw Blackout that gave sterling service for several years until I retired. I feel that a knife is probably the most useful and important tools ever developed by mankind, and I still carry a knife daily. Two knives actually; a small knife on my key ring and an EDC knife. Which leads us to the Spyderco Endura. When it came time for a new EDC knife I spent weeks looking at what was available. But I was drawn back to Spyderco (I do own a couple others). The Endura fit the bill; the right size, great quality steel, proven mechanism, and made at Seki City in Japan. What I like: Blade: The knife arrived very sharp. I cannot find a flaw with the blade or grind. I chose the plain edge, saber ground blade. Handles: The handles are black fiberglass reinforced nylon material (FRN) and the pattern of texturing really allows for a solid grip. The is also jimping on the raised portion of the blade behind the thumb hole to help improve grip. I also personally like the slim, flat sided design both from the perspective of grip and carryability. The pocket clip is four position adjustable. Quality: The knife that I received locks up tight. The blade base lines up when it’s locked. The blade lines up when it’s folded. The action, a tad stiff out of the box, continues to smooth out (as it should be). The pocket clip grips tightly. There are no loose screws, flawed screw heads, or anything that isn’t lined up. This is a nice knife. What I don’t like: I have always found the Spyderco thumbhole awkward when opening a knife. Some people can flick them right open, I just can’t seem to get the knack. I still love the knives, and I can open them with one hand, it’s just slow when I do it. If you’ve never used a Spyderco and being able to flick a blade open quickly is important to you, I suggest that you try one before buying. The bottom line: The Spyderco Endura is a classic. It’s been around for decades and is still a top seller, that should tell you something. This is an excellent knife, very well made. And the best part? At this price it’s an absolute bargain.

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