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Lil Temperance Lightweight

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Lil Temperance LightweightStory The Lil Temperance Lightweight is a powerhouse cutting tool and the latest chapter in a long evolutionary history. Although rooted in Martial Blade Craft design, it provides reliable, full service performance for any cutting task. To elevate that performance even further, this expression of it features a blade crafted from Bhler Uddeholm, K390 MICROCLEAN, a state of the art particle metallurgy tool steel formulated to withstand the rigors of the

Story

The Lil’ Temperance™ Lightweight is a powerhouse cutting tool and the latest chapter in a long evolutionary history. Although rooted in Martial Blade Craft design, it provides reliable, full-service performance for any cutting task. 

To elevate that performance even further, this expression of it features a blade crafted from Böhler-Uddeholm, K390 MICROCLEAN®, a state-of-the-art particle metallurgy tool steel formulated to withstand the rigors of the most demanding industrial applications. Full-flat ground from thick 4mm (0.157-inch) stock, the PlainEdge™ blade of this knife is supported by skeletonized stainless steel liners that form the foundation of its high-strength Compression Lock® mechanism.

The liners are nested within injection-molded fiberglass-reinforced-nylon (FRN) scales that feature a Bi-Directional Texture™ pattern for a secure, non-slip grip. Molded in the signature blue color of Spyderco’s elite family of K390 knives, the scales are also home to a broad-based four-position clip that supports all possible carry preferences.

This model also comes with a more economical VG-10 blade steel option.

Notes

The Lil Temperance 3 is one of the most underrated models in Spyderco's lineup in my opinion. One of the interesting things about it is that the blade stock is a chunky 4mm (the fan favorites Shaman and PM2 have 3.7mm, for reference) so I like to describe this thing as a mini-Shaman. Unlike the Shaman though, there is a small thumb ramp and the edge goes all the way to the handle so there's no risk of snags and no "nub" to bump your finger when when closing the blade. Like the Shaman, it also features a compression lock, though the action is not quite as smooth as what you'd be used to with the USA models. 

The handle ergos are also pretty good, as you would expect from Spyderco. It fills the hand quite well and the bi-directionally textured FRN scales provide excellent grip. Like the other models in the Temperance line, the LT3's scale features a dimple in the middle to serve as both a landing for the clip and an indexing point (to enhance muscle memory). Supporting the scales are nested steel liners, so it feels plenty rigid (notable if you feel like the Para 3 LW wasn't rigid enough, but the Sage 5 LW was).

This model is especially worth recommending in 2025 after the significant price drop that it saw earlier this year. The VG-10 version costs exactly half as much as the S30V Shaman does and the K390 version is still ~$100 less! 

Technical Specifications

Overall Length: 7.17in 182mm
Closed Length: 4.37in 111mm
Blade Thickness: .157in 4mm
Tip Carry Position: 4-Position
Sheath: N/A
Blade Length: 2.92in 74mm
Edge Length: 2.82in 72mm
Handle Material: FRN
Lock Type: Compression
Origin: Japan
Steel: K390
Knife Weight: 3.8oz 108g
Clip Position: Ambi
Grind: Full-Flat
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LOVE my new desk chair! I got the Sky Blue which is a really pretty blue in person. I work from home in tech, and had been getting constant headaches no matter what position I was in. I finally decided to invest in a better desk chair, and I'm SO glad I did! It's much more supportive and comfortable. I really like that I can flip the arms up or down, and the height is easy to adjust. Also, because I can flip the arms up, I can keep the chair out of the way when I'm not working by putting it right up against the desk. Very much worth the price! Assembly was simply and quick. Not even 30 minutes. Also, when I had a question about the chair, their support team was quick to respond and very helpful. Highly recommend!
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I’ve been using this chair for a couple of days now, and honestly, it’s been a solid upgrade from my old one. I work from home most days, so comfort matters a lot—and this chair delivers better than I expected for the price. The first thing I noticed was the lumbar support. It’s actually adjustable and makes a noticeable difference, especially if you tend to sit for long stretches. My lower back used to get sore after a few hours, but that hasn’t really been an issue since switching to this chair. The mesh back is also a nice touch—it keeps things breathable, which I didn’t think I’d care about until I had it. Assembly was pretty straightforward. Took me maybe 20–25 minutes without any frustration. Everything lined up well, and the instructions were clear enough. In terms of comfort, the seat is firm but not hard. It doesn’t feel like one of those super plush chairs, but I actually prefer that because it feels more supportive over time. The reclining feature is smooth, and I like that you can lean back a bit when you need a break. Overall, I’d say this is a great value for a home office setup. If you want something ergonomic and comfortable without spending a fortune, this chair is definitely worth considering.
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