
Availability: In Stock
The Spyderco Native Chief Lightweight is a capable mid-size folding knife built for hunters, hikers, and everyday carry. This plain-edge folder trades the full-steel construction of its predecessor for a lightweight FRN handle, making it comfortable to pocket for a long day in the field or backcountry without weighing down your gear. The flat-ground CTS BD1N stainless blade holds a solid edge and resists corrosion—practical for the seasons when you're alternating between dry ranges and damp hunt camps.
Spyderco's signature hole opener makes one-handed deployment smooth and intuitive, and the included pocket clip rides secure and discreet. At 4.02 inches of blade length, the Native Chief strikes a balance between reach and control for camp tasks, game processing, and general utility work. The textured black FRN handle provides enough grip to feel confident in wet hands or with a gloved fist, while the DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating on the blade resists surface wear and corrosion from blood, sweat, and seasonal moisture.
This is a no-frills, working knife—not a showpiece. If you want reliable steel that won't rust in your pack, confident one-handed opening, and a platform light enough that you forget you're carrying it, the Native Chief Lightweight earns its place in your kit.
| Blade Length | 4.02" |
| Blade Steel | CTS BD1N Stainless |
| Blade Finish | DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) |
| Edge Type | Plain |
| Handle Material | Textured Black FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon) |
| Pocket Clip | Yes, included |
| Model Number | C244PBBK |
The knife ships with a pocket clip already installed. No sheath or additional accessories are included.
Yes. The 4.02" blade length and stainless steel handle general utility work, field dressing, and camp tasks. The lightweight FRN handle makes it comfortable to carry all day, and the DLC coating resists rust in field conditions.
Yes. The Spyderco thumb hole design allows reliable, controlled one-handed opening and closing.
CTS BD1N is a stainless steel that balances edge retention with corrosion resistance. It holds a workable edge and resists rust—ideal for outdoor use where you value low maintenance over maximum hardness.

SKU: 115836855 • Weight: 0.24oz





Availability: In Stock
The Spyderco Native Chief Lightweight is a capable mid-size folding knife built for hunters, hikers, and everyday carry. This plain-edge folder trades the full-steel construction of its predecessor for a lightweight FRN handle, making it comfortable to pocket for a long day in the field or backcountry without weighing down your gear. The flat-ground CTS BD1N stainless blade holds a solid edge and resists corrosion—practical for the seasons when you're alternating between dry ranges and damp hunt camps.
Spyderco's signature hole opener makes one-handed deployment smooth and intuitive, and the included pocket clip rides secure and discreet. At 4.02 inches of blade length, the Native Chief strikes a balance between reach and control for camp tasks, game processing, and general utility work. The textured black FRN handle provides enough grip to feel confident in wet hands or with a gloved fist, while the DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating on the blade resists surface wear and corrosion from blood, sweat, and seasonal moisture.
This is a no-frills, working knife—not a showpiece. If you want reliable steel that won't rust in your pack, confident one-handed opening, and a platform light enough that you forget you're carrying it, the Native Chief Lightweight earns its place in your kit.
| Blade Length | 4.02" |
| Blade Steel | CTS BD1N Stainless |
| Blade Finish | DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) |
| Edge Type | Plain |
| Handle Material | Textured Black FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon) |
| Pocket Clip | Yes, included |
| Model Number | C244PBBK |
The knife ships with a pocket clip already installed. No sheath or additional accessories are included.
Yes. The 4.02" blade length and stainless steel handle general utility work, field dressing, and camp tasks. The lightweight FRN handle makes it comfortable to carry all day, and the DLC coating resists rust in field conditions.
Yes. The Spyderco thumb hole design allows reliable, controlled one-handed opening and closing.
CTS BD1N is a stainless steel that balances edge retention with corrosion resistance. It holds a workable edge and resists rust—ideal for outdoor use where you value low maintenance over maximum hardness.
SKU: 115836855 • Weight: 0.24oz
