C80 Dodo

The C80 Dodo features a short, reverse "S" shaped blade and a large, ergonomic G-10 handle. Spyderco's Ball Bearing Lock was first used for the C80. The C80 was introduced in 2003 and discontinued in 2006.

Appearance in catalogs

The C80 Dodo appeared in the following catalogs (older, newer):

• 2003 Spyderco Products (C80GBL)
• 2004 Spyderco Products (C80GBL)
• 2005 Spyderco Products (C80GBL, C80GBK)

Designer

Eric Glesser

History, mentionings from the forums etc.

• Dodo review by "DAYWALKER" on the Spyderco forum.
• Dodo taken apart by "cyberspyder" on the Spyderco forum.

Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web

C80GBL:

"Spyderco has received endless comments about the Dodo's unconventional, unusual appearance. With a face only its designer could love, the Dodo fulfills many of Spyderco's design philosophies. It's a 'little big knife' that was 'designed in the dark' (and should be judged by its ergonomics) which we manufacture with top-drawer materials and features. Take our challenge -- put it in your hand, cut with it, then let us know what you think.

One of its curious features is its blade shape. Although the blade has less than two inches of cutting edge, the curved belly supplies big cutting capability and its downward-pointed tip is intended for detailed/fine cutting. The blade is laser cut from CPM-S30V stock, then hollow-ground with a swedge running from the tip halfway up the spine. To create a fistful of leveraging points, the G-10 handle is fashioned in a grouping of finger choils ending in a tail. The tail becomes both a pinky shelf and a striking tool. For the Dodo specifically, Spyderco developed the Ball Bearing Lock. It works by dropping a pea-sized ball of steel into a recess on the blade's tang, locking the blade open. Once in the recess, the ball is compressed by the open blade and can't move or wobble. A remarkably strong locking system, that rates for MBC and heavy-duty on Spyderco's lock strength scale. To unlock, pull back on the ball- accessible on both sides of the knife for left/right handed use. Flexible wire tension-clip carries ambidextrously, tip-up. Available with a black or blue handle. Made in Golden, Colorado."

See also: C80GBK .

Variations

The C80 Dodo is made in Golden, U.S.A., and has a

• Reverse "S" Blade
• Ball Bearing Lock

SKU	Handle	Edge(s)	Steel	From/To	MSRP	Note	Number made	Grind	Clip	Clip positions	Collectors club
C80GPBL	Blue G-10	PE	CPM-S30V	2003-2005	124.95$ (2004)		N/A	Hollow	Wire clip	LH/RH, TU
C80GSBL	Blue G-10	SE	CPM-S30V	2003-2005	124.95$ (2004)		N/A	Hollow	Wire clip	LH/RH, TU
C80GPBK	Black G-10	PE	CPM-S30V	late 2003-2005	124.95$ (2004)		N/A	Hollow	Wire clip	LH/RH, TU
C80GSBK	Black G-10	SE	CPM-S30V	late 2003-2005	124.95$ (2004)		N/A	Hollow	Wire clip	LH/RH, TU

Most collectible variation

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Technical information

Measurements (mm and grams) of the C80 Dodo:

Variation	Length overall	Length closed	Length blade	Length edge	Hole Ø	Blade thickness	Weight
C80	156mm	111mm	53mm	44mm	13mm	3mm	74g

Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C80 Dodo:

Variation	Length overall	Length closed	Length blade	Length edge	Hole Ø	Blade thickness	Weight
C80	6 1/8"	4 3/8"	2 1/16"	1 3/4"	1/2"	1/8"	2.6oz

Pictures

C80GPBK Dodo, opened, front side

C80GPBK Dodo, closed, clip side