Spyderco A.T.R. – C70
Model Name: ATR (At The Ready)
Model Reference: C70
Designer: Sal Glesser
MSRP: $299.95 (Ti), $169.95 (SS), $189.95 (PVD)
Description: The Spyderco ATR, which stands for At-The-Ready, is a Sal Glesser design which combines an MBC rated compression lock with the open frame design and High Quality Titanium handles with an S30V Blade. It was launched as the ultimate pinnacle of Spyderco Achievement, and carried with it a level of fit and finish that rivaled many custom peices. The second generation of the ATR was released with Stainless Steel handles and a VG-10 blade at a much more affordable price point.
Blade Length: 3 7/16″
Closed Length: 5″
Overall Length: 8 1/2″
Weight: 4.1oz (Ti), 5.4oz (SS)
Blade Material: CPM-S30V, VG-10
Blade Finish: Satin Finish
Blade Grind: Hollow Grind
Handle Material: Titanium, Stainless Steel
Locking Mechanism:Compression Lock
Years Produced: 2002-2006
Manufacture Location: Golden, Colorado (Ti), Seki City Japan (SS)
Variations:
C70PTI – Plain Edge, Titanium
C70PSTI – Partially Serrated Edge, Titanium
C70P – Plain Edge
C70S – Serrated Edge
C70BKP – Black PVD Coated, Plain Edge
C70BKS – Black PVD Coated, Serrated Edge
May 9th, 2010 at 9:53 pm
This knife is quite possibly the best and toughest Spyderco ever made. Locks up like a vault and the VG-10 blade holds an excellent edge. If I had only one Spyderco to go to, the ATR would definitely be the one.