Spyderco Atlantic Salt C89FPGR Folding Knife

Spyderco Atlantic Salt C89FPGR Folding Knife

The Atlantic Salt is a time-tested favorite among savvy mariners who appreciate its versatile combination of a blunt-tipped blade, 50/50 choil, integrated shackle key, and ultra-corrosion-resistant materials. This version of the popular model raises the bar even higher with a blade made from LC200N, a nitrogen-enriched martensitic steel that is fearlessly corrosion resistant while also offering improved edge retention—especially in the PlainEdge format. Also available in the aggressive SpyderEdge serrated configuration, its blade features a full-flat grind for low-friction cutting performance and is supported by a robust back lock. The lightweight handle is injection molded in the distinctive green color of the LC200N series and houses an ambidextrous pocket clip that supports left or right-side carry.

LC200N LIGHTWEIGHT

When Spyderco introduced the first knives in its award-winning Salt series in 2004, the most logical “platform” for them was its well-established family of lightweight models—specifically the third-generation Endura and Delica models. These knives featured one-piece injection-molded handles made from tough fiberglass-reinforced nylon (FRN), which meant they had few internal parts or cavities that could make them susceptible to corrosion. Rendering these proven designs with H-1 steel blades and other specialized materials transformed them into ultra-corrosion-resistant cutting tools ideal for use in and around water.

Over time, the original Endura and Delica—which became the Pacific Salt and Salt 1, respectively—were joined by other models, including the Atlantic Salt, Tasman Salt, and more. Together, the Salt series quickly earned an enviable reputation among boaters, anglers, divers, and others who rely on their knives in wet or humid environments where corrosion is a serious concern.

Because the original members of the Salt series were based on third-generation lightweight models, they did not include the design refinements that defined the Endura 4, Delica 4, and other current lightweight models. These include enhanced ergonomics, improved grip texture with Bi-Directional Texturing, and a four-position clip that supports tip-down or tip-up carry on both sides of the body. To incorporate these features into the Salt series while eliminating the potential corrosion vulnerability of internal liners, Spyderco created the second generation of Salt lightweight models. Externally, their handles are identical or nearly identical to the Endura 4 and Delica 4; however, they are made entirely from injection-molded FRN. Instead of stainless steel liners, the inside of the scales features a molded webbed pattern for additional structural strength and includes four sets of threaded inserts to anchor the four-position pocket clip.

The upgraded features of the Salt 2 and Pacific Salt 2 immediately found favor with Spyderco fans, many of whom were also intrigued by the performance potential of another of Spyderco’s ultra-corrosion-resistant blade steels—LC200N. Spyderco took this evolutionary process one step further and decided to invest in supplying LC200N steel to Japan so it could be incorporated into the latest versions of the lightweight Salt models manufactured there. The result is a line of Salt folding knives featuring LC200N blade steel and bright, highly visible green handles. By fully leveraging the unique properties of this martensitic steel, the blades of these knives feature full-flat grinds for exceptional edge geometry and low-friction cutting performance. PlainEdge versions offer improved edge retention compared to Salt knives with H-1 blades, and all models are also available in the SpyderEdge format.

For more than 15 years, Spyderco’s Salt series has set the standard for ultra-corrosion-resistant cutting tools. The newest additions to this extraordinary product family raise the bar even higher and are sure to inspire even more models and variations in the future.

Specifications

Cutting edge: 8.1 cm

Closed length: 11.7 cm

Blade style: Sheepfoot

Blade grind: Full-flat

Blade finish: satin

Locking mechanism: Lockback

Pocket clip: black stainless steel (folding, right/left carry)

Made in Japan