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Revision as of 09:57, 8 January 2024
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
 
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
Related
- C122 Tenacious
 - C136 Persistence
 - C142 Resilience
 - C148 Ambitious
 - C220 Polestar
 - C222 Alcyone
 - C216 Efficient
 - C245 Emphasis
 
