The Spyderco Ladybug 3 LFGP3 delivers precision cutting performance in an ultra-compact package designed for everyday carry. This lightweight folding knife features a razor-sharp VG-10 stainless steel blade that maintains its edge through extended use. The foliage green FRN handle provides secure grip control while keeping overall weight to just 0.8 ounces.
What Makes This Different
The Ladybug 3 incorporates Spyderco's signature Compression Lock mechanism, allowing secure one-handed operation that standard slip-joint knives cannot match. The VG-10 steel blade offers superior edge retention compared to standard 440C stainless steel found in most compact folders. At 1.94 inches, the blade length maximizes cutting capability while remaining legal in most jurisdictions with restrictive blade length laws.
Key Features
- VG-10 stainless steel blade with 58-60 HRC hardness for exceptional edge retention
- Compression Lock mechanism enables secure one-handed opening and closing
- Foliage Green FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon) handle resists impact and chemicals
- Wire pocket clip allows tip-up or tip-down carry configuration
- Full flat grind blade geometry maximizes cutting efficiency
- Signature Spyderco Round Hole for ambidextrous thumb opening
- Compact 4.69-inch overall length fits comfortably in any pocket
The Ladybug 3 excels in detail work where larger knives prove unwieldy. The fine tip handles precision tasks like opening packages, trimming materials, and food preparation with surgical accuracy. The VG-10 steel maintains sharpness through hundreds of cuts without frequent resharpening. The textured FRN handle maintains grip security even when wet, making this knife reliable for outdoor activities and professional use.
Technical Specs
- Blade Length: 1.94 inches
- Overall Length: 4.69 inches
- Closed Length: 2.75 inches
- Weight: 0.8 ounces
- Blade Steel: VG-10 Stainless Steel
- Handle Material: Foliage Green FRN
- Lock Type: Compression Lock
- Blade Grind: Full Flat
- Made in Japan
The Spyderco Ladybug 3 LFGP3 represents decades of knife engineering compressed into a pocket-friendly package. Professional users and EDC enthusiasts choose this model for its proven reliability and legal compliance in restrictive carry environments.