Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD – 2.90" Thor™ Damasteel® Folding Knife, Sprint Run®
The Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD is a Sprint Run® edition of the Italian-made SpyOpera gentleman's folder, elevated with a 2.90" blade forged from Thor™ pattern martensitic Damascus steel by the Swedish firm Damasteel®. Layers of RWL 34 and PMC 27 are forge welded by a proprietary powder-metallurgy process, then the blade is precision machined, full-flat ground, and acid etched to reveal its intricate pattern. Solid carbon fiber scales are hand finished to smooth, crowned contours, and a back lock secures the blade with ambidextrous tip-up clip carry. Going Gear is an authorized Spyderco dealer.
Collectors searching for a Damascus pocket knife, a carbon fiber EDC folding knife, or a limited Spyderco Sprint Run will find all three in the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD.
Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
Spyderco |
| Model |
SpyOpera™ Carbon Fiber Thor™ Damascus Sprint Run® |
| SKU |
C255CFPD |
| Blade Length |
2.90" (74mm) |
| Edge Length |
2.72" (69mm) |
| Overall Length |
6.90" (175mm) |
| Closed Length |
4.03" (102mm) |
| Blade Thickness |
0.118" (3.0mm) |
| Blade Steel |
Thor™ pattern Damasteel® stainless Damascus (RWL 34 / PMC 27) |
| Blade Style |
Drop Point |
| Blade Grind |
Full-Flat |
| Blade Finish |
Acid etched Damascus pattern |
| Handle Material |
Solid carbon fiber, crowned |
| Lock Type |
Back Lock |
| Clip Position |
Ambidextrous, tip-up |
| Weight |
2.7 oz (77g) |
| Knife Type |
Folding Knife |
| Country of Origin |
Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the blade length of the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD?
The Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD has a 2.90" blade with a 2.72" sharpened edge. Closed it measures 4.03" and opens to 6.90" overall, so the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD stays pocket-friendly and remains legal to carry in most jurisdictions that cap blade length at three inches.
What steel is used in the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD?
The Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD uses Thor™ pattern Damasteel®, a martensitic stainless Damascus produced in Sweden by forge welding powder-metallurgy layers of RWL 34 and PMC 27. RWL 34 is a high-hardness stainless with excellent edge retention, and the resulting billet is both stainless and genuinely functional rather than decorative — so the blade on the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD cuts as well as it looks. The acid-etched finish reveals the layered Thor pattern, and no two blades are identical.
What handle material does the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD have?
The Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD has solid carbon fiber scales — not a laminate over liners — hand finished with crowned, rounded surfaces that sit smoothly in the hand and in the pocket. Carbon fiber is exceptionally light and stiff for its weight, which is how the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD keeps its total weight to 2.7 ounces.
What lock does the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD use?
The Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD uses a back lock. A spring-tensioned rocker bar drops into a notch in the blade tang to lock it open, and pressing the release cut into the spine of the handle disengages it. The back lock on the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD is fully ambidextrous, has no exposed liner or frame to flex, and its lock bar is crowned to match the rest of the knife.
How do you close the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD?
To close the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD, press down on the lock release notch in the spine of the handle behind the pivot, then rotate the blade back into the handle while keeping your fingers clear of the edge path. Because the release on the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD sits mid-spine rather than at the butt, it can be worked comfortably with either hand.
What is a Sprint Run?
A Sprint Run® is a Spyderco production run made in strictly limited numbers, usually pairing an existing model with upgraded materials that are not part of the standard catalog. The Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD is exactly that: the proven SpyOpera platform with a Thor™ Damasteel® blade and solid carbon fiber scales. Once a Sprint Run sells through it is not produced again, so the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD is a collector piece as much as a user knife.
Where can I buy the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD?
The Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD is available at Going Gear, an authorized Spyderco dealer. Going Gear carries the full Spyderco lineup, including Sprint Run® and limited-edition releases, with fast shipping and expert customer support.
Is the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD a good EDC knife?
Yes — at 2.7 ounces with a sub-three-inch blade, crowned carbon fiber scales, and ambidextrous tip-up clip carry, the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD is a genuine gentleman's carry knife rather than a display-only piece. The Thor™ Damasteel® blade is stainless and holds an edge, so the Spyderco SpyOpera C255CFPD can be used and maintained like any other Spyderco while remaining a limited Sprint Run® collectible.
