Spyderco, a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative and high-quality knives located in the picturesque town of Golden, Colorado. With a legacy spanning over four decades, Spyderco has become a trusted name among knife enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and professionals alike. Let’s explore the history, philosophy, and products that make Spyderco a cutting-edge brand in the knife industry.

Founded in 1976 by Sal and Gail Glesser, Spyderco has a rich history of innovation and craftsmanship. What started as a small business selling sharpeners and knife-making supplies eventually evolved into a pioneering knife company known for its unconventional designs, groundbreaking features, and uncompromising commitment to quality.

Spyderco is headquartered in Golden where it serves as a hub for their design, manufacturing, and distribution operations. The company takes pride in its Colorado heritage and draws inspiration from the rugged landscapes and outdoor culture of the state. The idyllic location also provides the perfect backdrop for testing their knives in real-world, challenging conditions, ensuring their reliability and performance.

At the heart of Spyderco’s philosophy is the pursuit of innovation and functionality. Their knives are designed to meet the needs of a diverse range of users, from everyday carry enthusiasts to military personnel, law enforcement officers, and first responders. Spyderco believes that a knife should be a reliable tool that serves its purpose effectively and enhances the user’s experience.

One of Spyderco’s most iconic and distinctive features is the round hole in the blade, known as the “Spyderhole.” This patented feature allows for easy one-handed opening, even while wearing gloves, and has become a hallmark of Spyderco knives. Additionally, Spyderco has pioneered the use of high-quality blade steels, advanced locking mechanisms, and ergonomic handle designs, all of which contribute to the overall performance and durability of their knives.

Spyderco offers a diverse range of knives that cater to various needs and preferences. From folding knives to fixed blades, kitchen knives to outdoor and survival knives, Spyderco has a blade for every task. Their product lineup includes classic designs like the Endura, Delica, and Paramilitary, as well as collaborations with renowned custom knife makers, such as the Spydiechef by Marcin Slysz and the Shaman by Eric Glesser.

With the extensive range of product offerings and requirements for manufacturing and distributing these world renown knives, Spyderco engaged Thompson Engineering to design and permit an 81,000 square-foot expansion to their current location. 61,000 square-feet of the expansion is designed specifically for manufacturing and the remaining 20,000 square-feet is dedicated to office space for the team and staff who manage the operations of this cutting-edge facility (see what we did there).