What is the difference between the CLYLS3 SpyderEdge and the CLYLS3HB hawkbill?

Both are H-1 Yellow FRN Ladybug 3 Salt at $65 at well under 1 oz. The CLYLS3 has SpyderEdge drop point -- conventional geometry, push-cut line cutting, daily utility versatility. The CLYLS3HB has full serrated hawkbill -- pulling-cut line-cutting specialist, less versatile for general tasks. Choose CLYLS3 for versatility; choose CLYLS3HB for maximum pulling-cut line cutting.

What is H-1 steel and why is it used in the Ladybug 3 Salt?

H-1 is virtually carbon-free, functionally immune to corrosion under any marine exposure. For a keychain knife stored wet for months without maintenance, H-1's absolute corrosion immunity guarantees the blade will be ready when needed. Edge retention is softer than LC200N -- acceptable in a SpyderEdge serrated folder.

Is the Ladybug 3 Salt suitable for everyday carry outside marine environments?

Yes. The CLYLS3 handles light daily cutting tasks in any environment. H-1's corrosion resistance is an advantage anywhere. SpyderEdge serrations are most useful for rope and fibrous materials but don't impair general daily utility. At well under 1 oz on a keychain, it adds no perceptible carry burden.

What is the blade length and overall size of the Ladybug 3 Salt CLYLS3?

The CLYLS3 has a 1.94-inch blade with an overall open length of approximately 4.44 inches and a closed length of approximately 2.56 inches. Blade thickness is approximately 0.08 inches. It weighs well under 1 oz.

Where is the Spyderco Ladybug 3 Salt CLYLS3 made?

The Ladybug 3 Salt is made in Japan. Knifeworks is an authorized Spyderco dealer -- every knife is sourced through official channels and eligible for Spyderco's lifetime guarantee.

What warranty covers the Spyderco Ladybug 3 Salt CLYLS3?

The CLYLS3 is covered by Spyderco's lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship including SpyderEdge resharpening. Contact Spyderco at spyderco.com for warranty claims or service.

The Spyderco Ladybug 3 Salt (LYLS3) shown with its 1.9-inch H-2 hollow-ground modified clip point blade in a fully serrated SpyderEdge™, FRN handle with Bi-Directional Texture™, and the Trademark Round Hole™ opener. This clipless keychain knife is shown at actual scale alongside a set of keys.

Spyderco Ladybug 3 Salt LYLS3 Bi-Directional Texture Handle

Spyderco Ladybug® 3 Salt - 1.9" H-2 Fully Serrated Modified Clip Point Blade, FRN Handle - LYLS3

SKU: CLYLS3-J-573

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Small enough to fit on a keychain, yet capable of tackling serious cutting chores, the Spyderco Ladybug® is a deceptively powerful cutting tool. Designed for in-pocket carry, Ladybugs are clipless and feature injection-molded fiberglass-reinforced-nylon (FRN) handles, sturdy back lock mechanisms, and a non-slip Bi-Directional Texture™ pattern.

This elegantly simple construction makes the Ladybug ideal for inclusion in Spyderco's Salt® Series of ultra-corrosion-resistant knives. As the smallest member of this elite family, the Ladybug 3 Salt features a hollow-ground blade crafted from H-2 — Spyderco's most corrosion-resistant steel. The blade includes Spyderco's Trademark Round Hole™ for convenient, fingernail-free opening, and this LYLS3 model carries a fully serrated SpyderEdge™ for enhanced cutting power on netting and fishing line.

Blade: H-2 stainless, hollow-ground modified clip point, SpyderEdge fully serrated — Spyderco's most corrosion-resistant steel
Handle: FRN with Bi-Directional Texture™, non-slip grip
Deployment/Lock: Back lock, Trademark Round Hole™ opener
Carry: 0.7 oz, clipless keychain design

Anglers and marine users who want a knife that won't rust in wet or salty conditions. Buyers who want a tiny, keychain-ready cutting tool with real serrated cutting power. Anyone who wants a fingernail-free, one-hand opening design.

Add the Spyderco Ladybug 3 Salt (LYLS3) to your kit today — H-2 corrosion resistance and the fast shipping Knifeworks is known for.

Warranty Information

Spyderco offers a lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship. Contact Spyderco at spyderco.com.

Specifications

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Product Type	Folding Knife
Brand	Spyderco
Product Name	Ladybug 3 Salt
Model #	CLYLS3
Overall Length	4.38" \| 111mm
Closed Length	2.48" \| 63mm
Blade Length	1.9" \| 48mm
Edge Length	1.7" \| 43mm
Blade Thickness	0.079" \| 2mm
Blade Style	Modified Clip Point
Blade Grind	Hollow
Blade Steel	H-2
Blade Edge	Fully Serrated (SpyderEdge™)
Mechanism	Back Lock
Opener	Trademark Round Hole™
Handle Material	FRN (Fiberglass-Reinforced Nylon)
Handle Texture	Bi-Directional Texture™
Pocket Clip	None (Clipless, Keychain Design)
Weight	0.7 oz \| 20g
Origin	Japan
Blade Range	1-1.99

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Product Type Folding Knife

Brand Spyderco

Product Name Ladybug 3 Salt

Model # CLYLS3

Overall Length 4.38" | 111mm

Closed Length 2.48" | 63mm

Blade Length 1.9" | 48mm

Edge Length 1.7" | 43mm

Blade Thickness 0.079" | 2mm

Blade Style Modified Clip Point

Blade Grind Hollow

Blade Steel H-2

Blade Edge Fully Serrated (SpyderEdge™)

Mechanism Back Lock

Opener Trademark Round Hole™

Handle Material FRN (Fiberglass-Reinforced Nylon)

Handle Texture Bi-Directional Texture™

Pocket Clip None (Clipless, Keychain Design)

Weight 0.7 oz | 20g

Origin Japan

Blade Range 1-1.99

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FRN with Bi-Directional Texture™

Injection-molded FRN handles with a non-slip Bi-Directional Texture™ pattern keep this tiny knife secure in hand.

H-2 Steel, Spyderco's Most Rust-Resistant

Part of the Salt® Series, the Ladybug 3 uses H-2 — Spyderco's most corrosion-resistant steel — with a fully serrated SpyderEdge for netting and fishing line.

Keychain-Ready, Fingernail-Free Opening

Clipless and small enough for a keychain, with the Trademark Round Hole™ for convenient one-hand opening.

Same or Next Business Day Shipping

Approximately 99% of orders ship the same business day they are placed, straight from our shop in Columbia, Louisiana.

Spyderco Ladybug 3 Salt: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about the LYLS3.

What is the Spyderco Ladybug 3 Salt?＋

The LYLS3 is a tiny, deceptively powerful cutting tool small enough to fit on a keychain, part of Spyderco's Salt® Series of ultra-corrosion-resistant knives.

What steel is it made from, and why does it matter?＋

The blade is H-2, Spyderco's most corrosion-resistant steel, hollow ground and finished with a fully serrated SpyderEdge for enhanced cutting power on netting and fishing line.

How does the back lock and Round Hole opener work?＋

The Ladybug uses a sturdy back lock mechanism, opened via Spyderco's Trademark Round Hole™ for convenient, fingernail-free one-hand deployment.

Does the Ladybug 3 Salt have a pocket clip?＋

No — Ladybugs are clipless by design, built for in-pocket carry or attaching to a keychain rather than a traditional pocket clip.

What makes the handle distinctive?＋

The handle is injection-molded FRN (fiberglass-reinforced nylon) with a non-slip Bi-Directional Texture™ pattern for secure grip in a tiny package.

What are the full specs on the LYLS3?＋

Overall length 4.38", closed length 2.48", blade length 1.9", edge length 1.7", blade thickness 0.079", weight 0.7 oz. Back lock folder with a hollow-ground modified clip point blade in H-2, fully serrated SpyderEdge, FRN handle with Bi-Directional Texture™, no pocket clip. Made in Japan.

H-2 RUSTPROOF STEEL · SPYDEREDGE SERRATED · KEYCHAIN READY · FAST SHIPPING

Small Knife, Serious Cutting Power

The Ladybug 3 Salt pairs Spyderco's most corrosion-resistant steel with a fully serrated edge in a tiny, keychain-ready package built for wet and salty conditions. Call 888-225-9775 with questions — we ship same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.

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