Long reach, light carry, and salt-proof MagnaCut confidence.

First introduced in 1997, the original Spyderco Native set a new benchmark for affordable, American-made performance. User demand for a longer, more ergonomic version led to the Native Chief — a stretched, more capable evolution that kept the slim, pocket-friendly profile of the original.

This Salt Series edition elevates the platform with a blade crafted from CPM-MagnaCut — a breakthrough stainless steel engineered for exceptional edge retention, toughness, and near-total corrosion resistance. Full-flat ground and supported by a lockback mechanism and linerless FRN handle in high-visibility yellow, it’s built for the harshest environments. Four sets of threaded inserts allow the pocket clip to mount in any orientation.

Product Dimensions

• Overall Length: 9.05"
• Closed Length: 5.08"
• Blade Length: 4.02"
• Cutting Edge: 3.52"
• Blade Thickness: 0.125"
• Weight: 3.1 oz

Features

• Blade Steel: CPM-MagnaCut stainless steel
• Blade Style: Drop point
• Blade Grind: Full-flat
• Blade Finish: Satin
• Handle Material: Yellow fiberglass-reinforced nylon (FRN)
• Locking Mechanism: Lockback
• Pocket Clip: Four-position (tip-up/down, left/right)
• Country of Origin: USA