Spyderco Police 4 Lightweight Folding Knife

The Spyderco Police 4 Lightweight: A Modern Take on a Classic Design

The Police 4 Lightweight represents the fourth generation of Spyderco's iconic Police knife, combining time-tested design principles with modern materials and manufacturing techniques. This is a knife built for serious users who demand reliability, edge retention, and ease of maintenance.

Blade Performance

The 4.38-inch drop point blade is forged from CPM SPY27 stainless steel, an exclusive Spyderco innovation. This proprietary steel elevates the proven performance of VG-10 with strategic additions of niobium, nitrogen, and increased carbon, molybdenum, and vanadium content. The result is a blade steel that excels in three critical areas:

• Edge Retention: Holds a sharp edge through extended use
• Toughness: Resists chipping and breaking under stress
• Corrosion Resistance: Performs reliably in wet or harsh environments
• Ease of Sharpening: Returns to razor sharpness without specialized equipment

The full-flat ground, plain edge design maximizes cutting efficiency and makes field maintenance straightforward.

Handle and Carry Options

The lightweight fiberglass-reinforced nylon (FRN) handle in distinctive cobalt blue reduces overall weight without compromising durability or grip security. Internal construction includes skeletonized stainless steel liners and a proven back lock mechanism that provides secure blade retention and reliable one-handed opening.

The four-position pocket clip offers genuine versatility: choose left or right-side carry, and select tip-up or tip-down orientation to match your preferences and workflow.

A Knife Built to Work

Whether you're a professional who relies on your knife daily or an outdoor enthusiast who demands dependable performance, the Police 4 Lightweight delivers. It's a refined expression of a design that has earned trust through decades of real-world use.