Spyderco Pacific Salt Yellow - Rust Free! Model # C91PYL

by Spyderco

Product Features

• HANDLE MATERIAL: Yellow Fiberglass-reinforced Nylon
• EDGE TYPE: PlainEdge

Product Description

A big myth in the knife world is that out there somewhere is a knife that seriously cuts but cannot rust. Knives claiming these super powers are usually made with steels that are unable to hold a cutting edge for any measurable amount of time. Finally a steel foundry in Japan called Myodo Foundry makes this myth a reality with the introduction of a new steel called H1. H1 steel is a PH steel, meaning it is a precipitation-hardened steel. "Huh" you ask? Utilizing .1% nitrogen instead of carbon to harden the steel, it reaches a Rockwell hardness of 57-58rc. Spyderco uses H1 on its new C91 Pacific Salt model. It's PlainEdge is similar in shape and size to Spyderco's best-selling Endura model but with a slightly more rounded tip. All internal steel parts are treated as well making them impervious to rust and pitting and of course, salt. Those challenged by cleaning and maintaining their knives will find the Pacific Salt stays rust-free even if put away wet. The blade's hole is enlarged to 14mm for easier opening/closing with gloved, wet or cold hands. Textured in a checkerboard pattern, the yellow FRN handle has a grippy texture and is fitted with a reversible titanium pocket clip which positions for right-handers and lefties. The addition of a lanyard hole offers a backup method of attachment (thong or lanyard cord) for use around water where once dropped, a knife is often lost or elusively hard to retrieve.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B00299RY5E
• Item model number: C91PYL
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,458 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great knife, July 29, 2011

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Birdbrain5381 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Spyderco Pacific Salt Yellow - Rust Free! Model # C91PYL (Misc.)

After doing much research into corrosion resistant knives, I landed on this one. It is the perfect compromise of size, weight, and functionality. The cutting edge is about 3.5 inches, which is a perfect length for an everyday carry knife. The overall blade is slightly longer (almost 4 inches) but is barely noticeable. The handle may feel cheap, but it is actually incredibly durable.
I purchased this knife to have one for canoing that I wouldn't have to clean and oil after an excursion. It fits the bill perfectly. If you have any doubt, do some research on the H1 steel. It is strong and work hardens, so you'll have to sharpen it frequently at first, but less as time goes on. I have read accounts of it living in saltwater for a few weeks only to be pulled out and be completely free of any rust.
For those of you who are survival nuts (as I), the steel is also hard enough to strike a magnesium firestarter with no problem, even using just the back of the blade.
The hole through the pocket clip is a bit small, but it can accommodate a small lanyard if need be.
The knife feels good in hand and uses the same scales as an Endura.
Now if Spyderco could only make a floating attachment for those of us who boat and not dive!
I will be gifting several Salt I's in the coming months, as they are simply slightly smaller (basically a Delica)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for salt water sports, August 2, 2010

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GhOsTeR 808 ""CUT BAIT OR GO HOME"" (Hawaiian Islands) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Spyderco Pacific Salt Yellow - Rust Free! Model # C91PYL (Misc.)

This is a great discovery!! The H1 steel process is the best thing since sliced bread. The no rust solution makes this my go to carry knife while fishing. I stick it in my surf short's waist band and can get it fully submerged in the ocean and not worry about rust. About the only down side is when the knife is new. H1 is not heat treated/tempered as are conventional steel knives and require the edge to be worked hardened. What this means is you have to use the knife a bit when its new and it WILL season the edge. Cutting bait with it, had it work tempered in no time. After a bit it will sharpen up easily and shave hair with the best of 'em, without the worry of corrosion. the rest of the knife is not as scratch resistant as normal steel knives but this was meant to be a work knife not a safe queen lol.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Spyderco Knife, September 11, 2011

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Leonard J. Mascari (Costa Mesa CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Spyderco Pacific Salt Yellow - Rust Free! Model # C91PYL (Misc.)

I purchased the Spyderco Pacific Salt to replace the knife I lost. I am in the pacific ocean a lot I live in Hawaii,

The knife is always in the ocean, the Rust free feature is great! I always liked Spyderco, probably the

best utility knife on the market!