C219 Q Ball
The C219 Q Ball is a small folder that shares some DNA with the Dodo and Scorpius.
Appearance in catalogs
The C219 Q Ball appeared in the following catalogs:
Designer
History, mentionings from the forums etc.
Discussion on the ball bearing lock
Information from the Spyderco catalog on the web
C219 Q Ball:
"Designed by Spyderco’s Eric Glesser, the Q Ball is a highly functional, all-purpose folding knife that reflects the unique style of his iconic early designs, like the Dodo™ and Scorpius™. It combines an unconventional approach to ergonomics with a compact, exceptionally capable blade design to create a stylish, easy-to-carry knife that cuts with impressive authority.
The Q Ball’s dramatic Wharncliffe-style blade is precision machined from VG-10 stainless steel. It combines a perfectly straight cutting edge with a beautifully executed full-flat grind to offer cutting performance far beyond its compact size. The blade’s index-finger choil allows a forward “choked up” grip for enhanced power and precision, while the fully accessible Trademark Round Hole™ offers outstanding leverage for one-handed opening with either hand.
The handle of the Q Ball features skeletonized full stainless steel liners, a solid stainless steel back spacer, and textured G-10 scales that work in concert with an advanced ergonomic profile to ensure a positive, non-slip grip. Linking the blade and handle is Spyderco’s Ball Bearing Lock—a patented mechanism that offers exceptionally smooth operation and extreme lock strength. In the Q Ball, this lock proudly showcases a white ceramic ball bearing, which is the inspiration for the knife’s name. A reversible deep-pocket wire clip offers a choice of discreet, left or right-side tip-up carry and keeps this remarkable cutting tool poised for action at all times."
The C219 Q Ball in Spyderco's online catalog.
Variations
The C219 Q Ball is made in Japan and has
- Ball Bearing Lock with white ceramic ball
- Wharncliffe Blade shape
- Skeletonized full stainless steel liners
- Stainless steel back spacer
- Lanyard hole
| SKU | Handle | Edge(s) | Steel | From/To | MSRP | Note | Number made | Grind | Clip | Clip positions | Collectors club |
| C219G | Textured black G-10 | PE | VG-10 | Apr. 2017-Sept. 2019 | $274.95 (2017), $275.00 (2019) | Regular production | Full Flat | Silver deep pocket wire | LH/RH, TU | Main |
Most collectible variation
Questions regarding collecting the C219
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Technical information
Measurements (mm and grams) of the C219 Q Ball:
| Variation | Length overall | Length closed | Length blade | Length edge | Hole Ø | Blade thickness | Weight |
| C219G | 167mm | 98mm | 70mm | 56mm | 12.7mm | 3.0mm | 96g |
Measurements (inches and ounces) of the C219 Q Ball:
| Variation | Length overall | Length closed | Length blade | Length edge | Hole Ø | Blade thickness | Weight |
| C219G | 6.59" | 3.84" | 2.75" | 2.20" | 0.50" | 0.118" | 3.4oz |
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