Spyderco Manbug Folding Pocket Knife, PlainEdge

The knife is very sharp and convenient. It is small enough to keep on a keychain and has been used for opening packages, cutting tags off items, scraping sticky items, and other general requirements. It is expensive but the quality is good. The knife is easy to open and lock/unlock. While it is small, it is easy to grasp and the hole in the blade adds an extra leverage point. Very happy with the knife and would buy it again.

I have a few knives that I use for everyday carry. It’s the rare occasion that I forget one and when I do I always need a knife. This solves the issue as I have it 100% of the time as it’s on my key ring. It came directly from Spyderco incredibly sharp and ready for use. The best way to describe this knife is that a premium Spyderco knife shrunk down. It locks firmly with no blade wobble and functions perfectly. It’s not a toy or novelty, it’s a real knife.

This little knife works great for all activities you would expect from a pocket size knife. As mentioned, it unboxed with a razor sharp blade and still shows signature hole deployment look by Spyderco. VG10 type steel - keeps edge but soft enough to be sharpened easily. Having considered predecessor version of Ladybug decided to go with Manbug for a few reasons: -it uses torx adjustable screws as I would like to be able to clean and tighten the handle if needed -slightly thicker handle & blade -better thumb grip (jimping) One of its cons is the price but then again it is backed by a recognized company - your call on the value here. Also, it is just a bit big/wide for a 'keychain' knife but it is doable. Attach it with an Nite Ize SBHLF-2PK-01 S-Biner, Black, 2-Pack since you can separate it from the rest of the keys for easier use as compared to a keychain ring. I would rather not have it on my keys due to bulk but it is so light that I am worried about it falling out without me noticing. It has a lanyard hole that is big enough to pass 550 cord and 1.5"-2" lanyard makes difference giving you something to pull on and improve the grip for 1 hand opening. 'Office use' safe without an intimidation factor and most people react to it with a "how cute" comment but quickly change it to "holly crap that's a mean little knife..." after they use it. If you need to make a color statement or want a different type of blade shape then Ladybug model might be a better and perhaps an additional Spyderco choice :) ---------------- EDIT NOTE 8/3/13 Still love this knife, started to carry it with a small 550 paracord lanyard, mainly updating since amazon removed the customer images feature. image 5 and 6. ---------------- UPDATE NOTE 8/4/18 This little knife still ROCKS! After many many sliced fruits, cardboard and plastic boxes, tape, Cat5 cables, mice and keyboard cords, even used as a screwdriver when necessary. Currently have green paracrord and 2 small skulls. (image 7 and 8). Blade has taken some abuse but mostly from my lack of sharpening skill in early days. I just could not make myself send it in for sharpening and be apart from it.

It has the Spyderco quality feel in a small light package which is key for my limited pocket space. It cuts thru boxes, strings, straps, cords, etc. like butter. It razor sharp (like shave paper sharp) out of the box and keeps a good edge. It handles whatever I need and doesnt freak people out. I'm in and out of offices buildings downtown and security doesnt try to take it from me.

The Spyderco Manbug gets carried often on my key chain, and it performs well enough that I don't see the need to carry a bigger knife in a typical city or suburban environment, unless you're looking for something more "tactical." Whether opening packages or doing food prep, I find that the blade is big enough for the task. The handle is big enough for a solid three finger grip, the texture provides adequate traction, and the ergonomic shape fits the hand well. And yet, this knife is light enough that I don't even notice it in my pocket. The full flat grind allows the knife to slice deeply with minimal friction. I also have the Ladybug Salt H1 knife, and the Manbug beats it hands down in slicing performance, despite being practically identical in size. The VG10 steel takes and holds a sharp edge well, and has decent corrosion resistance. The blade is quick to deploy with one-handed opening, and the lockback mechanism holds it open securely. There are two minor issues which could be improved upon. The deployment hole edges were too sharp for my liking, which I fixed with a diamond rod. Also, the handle was too square around the edges compared to the Ladybug, meaning it was noticeably less comfortable, and would cause hot spots and blisters during hard use. I fixed that problem by smoothing the handle around the edges with some steel wool. Then there's also the bigger Spyderco issue of uneven grinds on the blade. Of the several Spyderco knives I own, all of them have uneven grinds, and this one is no exception. When other knife makers like Victorinox can get perfect blade grinds for half the price, I find the sloppy grinds from Spyderco unacceptable. So my practically new Manbug went to the sharpening stone to fix that defect. At least this one had the blade well centered, unlike some of the others. With that said, I still find the Manbug to be the most competent and capable key chain knife I've seen. The design is well thought out, and the construction is solid. With some basic tools, the nagging imperfections can be smoothed out, and I'm pleased with the resulting product.

Supers small, but high quality. This very small knife is good for opening letters, boxes and sharpening carpenter pencils. Has the same quality as their larger, light weight models, but in a nail clipper size. Gave one to my father in law for Chirstmas as the pocket knife he was carrying was dull and of low quality.

This little guy is an excellent performer given its size. Like many other Spydercos, the VG-10 steel and FRN handle make it a high quality and easy-to-use knife. It is so lightweight, yet the strength and sharpness of the blade can handle many different tasks. It can easily be used as an EDC knife with or without a lanyard. Its compact size make it simple to place in most pockets. Overall, I am very happy to own this knife for its utility and as another Spyderco to add to the collection.

Works great on your key ring and very sharp.

Esta muy padre pero a que tomar en cuenta que es pequeña

Exelente finition. Prend pas de place

Super Messer.

小さく軽く、しかし作りはしっかりとしてる。 倉庫作業でダンボールやヒモを切るのに使用、ポケットに入れても邪魔にならず、よく切れる。

迷いましたが買って良かったです。 小さいですがコツをつかめば リンゴも剥けました。