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This elite version of the Sage 5 Lightweight showcases one of the most extreme blade steels ever used in a production folding knife. Carpenter Technology’s Micro-Melt Maxamet is an ultra-high hardness tool steel originally developed for industrial steel rolling, and Spyderco remains uniquely capable of heat treating and grinding it to deliver real-world cutting performance. In knife form, that translates to astonishing edge retention and crisp, precise cutting characteristics that place this model firmly in enthusiast territory. For collectors and users exploring the world of secondhand Spyderco UK listings, the Maxamet Sage 5 Lightweight stands out as a truly special and technically impressive piece.
"Maxamet is running out and it's awesome in the Sage, don't miss out!" - Mr. Narwhal
Ultra Hard. Ultra Focused.
Beyond the blade, the design stays true to the proven Sage 5 Lightweight platform. The full-flat-ground, satin-finished PlainEdge blade is paired with nested, skeletonised stainless steel liners and Spyderco’s highly regarded Compression Lock mechanism, offering excellent strength with safe, one-handed operation. Injection-moulded FRN scales keep the knife light, slim, and practical for everyday carry, while a reversible deep-carry wire clip supports discreet left or right-handed tip-up carry. As with all Sage models, a portion of sales supports the Alzheimer’s Association, adding a meaningful charitable dimension to an already outstanding cutting tool.
