Spyderco Sliverax handle scales
Spyderco Sliverax handle scales
The Spyderco Sliverax (model C228, often called Sliverax) is a groundbreaking folder that introduced the first production Compression Lock™ flipper design
Created by Paul Alexander, an automotive engineer and knife enthusiast (previously known for the Spyderco Ouroboros), the Sliverax combines Spyderco's signature Compression Lock—pioneered on the Para Military—with a modern flipper opener for fast, smooth deployment
Announced in Spyderco's 2017–2018 product lineup (detailed in the 2018 catalog and forums), it shipped in late 2017 to early 2018. Key specs: 3.48" CPM S30V drop-point blade (full-flat grind, satin finish), slim carbon fiber/G-10 laminate scales over stainless liners, Trademark Round Hole™ (dual deployment), reversible tip-up clip, and lightweight ~3.8 oz build. Made in Taiwan for precision and value
Priced around $250–$300 MSRP, the Sliverax earned praise for its refined ergonomics, slick flipping action, and slim profile—ideal for refined EDC. It remains a fan-favorite for blending Spyderco innovation with flipper convenience, proving the Compression Lock's versatility in modern designs