Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR – 3.63" Satin CPM REX 121 Drop Point Folding Knife (Sprint Run)
The Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR is a limited-edition Sprint Run of Spyderco's Kapara — a faithful rendition of Australian custom knifemaker Alistair Phillips' popular “Redback” design — now with a full-flat-ground, satin-finished blade in CPM REX 121. Contoured G-10 scales in the burnt-orange color Spyderco reserves for its most elite tool-steel knives sit over full skeletonized stainless steel liners and a high-strength Compression Lock. Going Gear is an authorized Spyderco dealer.
Pioneered by Crucible Industries, REX 121 is a high-vanadium, cobalt-bearing high-speed tool steel made only through powder metallurgy. It offers the greatest attainable hardness and wear resistance of any high-speed steel, giving this Kapara exceptional sharpness and edge retention — a standout among REX 121 knives. A deep-pocket wire clip, reversible for left- or right-side tip-up carry, keeps it discreetly ready.
Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
Spyderco |
| Model |
Kapara (Sprint Run) |
| SKU |
C241GPBOR |
| Designer |
Alistair Phillips |
| Blade Length |
3.63" (92 mm) |
| Cutting Edge |
3.45" (88 mm) |
| Blade Thickness |
0.118" (3 mm) |
| Blade Steel |
CPM REX 121 |
| Blade Grind |
Full-Flat |
| Blade Finish |
Satin |
| Edge |
PlainEdge |
| Blade Style |
Drop Point |
| Overall Length |
8.32" (211 mm) |
| Closed Length |
4.69" (119 mm) |
| Handle Material |
G-10 over skeletonized stainless steel liners |
| Handle Color |
Burnt Orange |
| Lock Type |
Compression Lock |
| Pocket Clip |
Reversible deep-pocket wire clip, tip-up |
| Weight |
3.5 oz (99 g) |
| Country of Origin |
Taiwan |
| Knife Type |
Folding Knife |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is REX 121 a good knife steel?
Yes — for edge retention it is among the best. The Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR uses CPM REX 121, a powder-metallurgy high-speed tool steel with very high vanadium and cobalt content. It reaches extreme hardness and wear resistance, so the edge lasts far longer than common stainless steels. Like most tool steels, it is not stainless, so wipe the blade dry and keep it lightly oiled.
Why is the Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR so expensive?
The Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR is a limited Sprint Run in CPM REX 121, one of the most difficult and costly steels to produce, heat treat, grind, and finish. Its extreme hardness makes manufacturing slow and tooling-intensive, and Sprint Runs are produced once in limited quantities.
What is the blade length of the Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR?
The Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR has a 3.63" full-flat-ground CPM REX 121 blade with a 3.45" cutting edge. It measures 8.32" overall and 4.69" closed and weighs 3.5 oz.
What does the burnt orange G-10 handle mean on the Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR?
Burnt-orange G-10 is the handle color Spyderco reserves for its most elite tool-steel-bladed knives. On the Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR, the contoured G-10 scales sit over full skeletonized stainless steel liners for strength with minimal weight.
How does the Compression Lock on the Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR work?
The Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR uses Spyderco's Compression Lock, a spine-mounted liner lock that wedges between the blade tang and a stop pin. To close, press the lock bar toward the handle from the spine and fold the blade — your fingers stay clear of the edge.
Who designed the Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR?
The Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR is based on the “Redback” design by Australian custom knifemaker Alistair Phillips.
Where can I buy the Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR?
The Spyderco Kapara C241GPBOR Sprint Run is available at Going Gear, an authorized Spyderco dealer, while limited quantities last.
