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The C252 Astute appeared in the following catalogs: | The C252 Astute appeared in the following catalogs: | ||
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* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sFFu678M5FrBNHJlMX4Ukp7rSwqsPDAD/view?usp=drive_link 2020 Spyderco Reveal Volume 4] | |||
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zzsE1TZ-EV2vJ4t1NZQq-bOG_xygzoCh/view?usp=drive_link 2021 Spyderco Product Guide] | |||
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VJIc1YrrgVarC4l4IH8V-7bb5cDmMvk8/view?usp=drive_link 2022 Spyderco Product Guide] | |||
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_LENrXLm_BkB28TkKDNxIwPzRMqOuaOf/view?usp=drive_link 2023 Spyderco Product Guide] | |||
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_GFtY-vUerke9RCetsz594-Jfjs6E_vH/view?usp=drive_link 2024 Spyderco Product Guide] | |||
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zv8yeya5diDEJxD1rlZKW4POswQ4EPIU/view?usp=drive_link 2025 Spyderco Product Guide] | |||
==Designer== | ==Designer== | ||
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''The long, gently curved cutting edge and full-flat grind of its 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade give it impressive cutting power and point utility. Its ergonomic, open-backed handle features full stainless steel liners for strength and textured G-10 scales to ensure a secure, non-slip grip.'' | ''The long, gently curved cutting edge and full-flat grind of its 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade give it impressive cutting power and point utility. Its ergonomic, open-backed handle features full stainless steel liners for strength and textured G-10 scales to ensure a secure, non-slip grip.'' | ||
''The sturdy LinerLock mechanism locks the blade securely when in use and a four-position pocket clip and lined lanyard hole allow all possible carry preferences. Simply put, the Astute sets a new standard in affordable Spyderco style.''" | ''The sturdy LinerLock mechanism locks the blade securely when in use and a four-position pocket clip and lined lanyard hole allow all possible carry preferences. Simply put, the Astute sets a new standard in affordable Spyderco style.''"<ref name="current catalog">The C252 Astute in [https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details/C252G/1834 Spyderco's online catalog]</ref> | ||
The C252 Astute in [https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details/C252G/1834 Spyderco's online catalog] | |||
==Variations== | ==Variations== | ||
The C252 Astute is made in China and | The C252 Astute is made in China and features a: | ||
* [[Walker Liner Lock]] | * [[Walker Liner Lock]] | ||
* [[Drop Point Blade]] shape | * [[Drop Point Blade]] shape | ||
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|valign="top" |Regular production | |valign="top" |Regular production | ||
|valign="top" |[[Full Flat]] | |valign="top" |[[Full Flat]] | ||
|valign="top" | | |valign="top" |chrome [[4-way]] | ||
|valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TU]] | |valign="top" |[[LH/RH]], [[TD/TU]] | ||
|valign="top" |[[Main]] | |valign="top" |[[Main]] | ||
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==Most collectible variation== | ==Most collectible variation== | ||
===Questions regarding collecting the C252=== | ===Questions regarding collecting the C252=== | ||
Latest revision as of 08:02, 27 August 2025
The C252 Astute is part of Spyderco's Value Folders series.
Appearance in catalogs
The C252 Astute appeared in the following catalogs:
- 2020 Spyderco Reveal Volume 4
- 2021 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2022 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2023 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2024 Spyderco Product Guide
- 2025 Spyderco Product Guide
Designer
History, mentionings from the forums etc.
- Astute ... Yess !, posted by forum member elena86
Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web
C252 Astute:
"Our incredibly popular line of Value Folders takes a new turn with the Astute. Although it shares the same basic construction and materials as its brethren, it features a sleeker, more stylish design that is amazingly pocket friendly.
The long, gently curved cutting edge and full-flat grind of its 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade give it impressive cutting power and point utility. Its ergonomic, open-backed handle features full stainless steel liners for strength and textured G-10 scales to ensure a secure, non-slip grip.
The sturdy LinerLock mechanism locks the blade securely when in use and a four-position pocket clip and lined lanyard hole allow all possible carry preferences. Simply put, the Astute sets a new standard in affordable Spyderco style."[1]
Variations
The C252 Astute is made in China and features a:
- Walker Liner Lock
- Drop Point Blade shape
- Skeletonized stainless steel liners
| SKU | Handle | Edge(s) | Steel | From/To | MSRP | Note | Number made | Grind | Clip | Clip positions | Collectors club |
| C252G | Textured black G-10 | PE | Satin 8Cr13MoV | 2020 - | 65.00$ (2020) | Regular production | Full Flat | chrome 4-way | LH/RH, TD/TU | Main |
Most collectible variation
Questions regarding collecting the C252
Some interesting questions we are looking for an answer to:
Questions with an answer:
Technical information
Measurements (mm and grams) of the C252 Astute:
| Variation | Length overall | Length closed | Length blade | Length edge | Hole Ø | Blade thickness | Weight |
| C246G | 176mm | 100mm | 77mm | 76mm | 11mm | 2.5mm | 74g |
Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C252 Astute:
| Variation | Length overall | Length closed | Length blade | Length edge | Hole Ø | Blade thickness | Weight |
| C252G | 6.91" | 3.92" | 3.02" | 3.00" | 0.43" | 0.098" | 2.6oz |
References
- ↑ The C252 Astute in Spyderco's online catalog
Pictures
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