{"product_id":"spyderco-dragonfly™-stainless-tattoo-folding-knife-c28pt-vg-10-poly-chromatic-dragonfly-etching","title":"Spyderco Dragonfly™ Stainless Tattoo Folding Knife | C28PT | VG-10 | Poly-Chromatic Dragonfly Etching","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSpyderco built the Dragonfly to prove that a small knife doesn't have to cut small. At 5.54 inches open and 3.22 inches closed, the Dragonfly Stainless Tattoo disappears into a shirt pocket, clips cleanly to a waistband, doubles as a money clip, and delivers a four-finger grip with cutting authority that consistently surprises everyone who picks one up for the first time. The blade is VG-10 — the same premium Japanese stainless steel found in professional kitchen knives worldwide — full flat ground to a thin, precise edge that slices with a confidence completely disproportionate to its 2.31-inch length. The handle is stainless steel throughout, giving the Tattoo a solid, weighty presence in the hand that FRN handles simply don't produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBut the Tattoo is something beyond a standard Dragonfly. Collaborating with an American tattoo artist, Spyderco laser-etched a multi-color poly-chromatic dragonfly-and-grass graphic into the stainless handle — a detailed, vibrant piece of wearable nature art permanently bonded to the surface of an already remarkable field instrument. The result is a folding knife that earns equal attention in a field kit and a display case. For the naturalist, the estate steward, or the serious collector who understands that beauty and function are not opposing values — the Dragonfly Stainless Tattoo is both, without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOnly a limited quantity is currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eScientific Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVG-10 Full Flat Ground Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2.31-inch blade is precision ground from VG-10 stainless steel — a cobalt-enriched Japanese alloy manufactured by Takefu Special Steel and heat-treated to approximately 60 HRC for an exceptional balance of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening. Full flat grinding produces a thin, consistent geometry from spine to edge that maximizes slicing performance across the blade's entire length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrademark Round Hole™ One-Handed Opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spyderco's signature blade opening feature — a precisely positioned round hole in the blade — allows smooth, reliable one-handed deployment using either the thumb or forefinger. The Round Hole's location relative to the pivot is engineered to hit the correct ergonomic pressure points in the hand for a natural opening motion without mechanical assistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-Finger Ergonomic Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite its compact dimensions, the Dragonfly's handle geometry accommodates a full four-finger grip across all hand sizes. An index-finger choil and thumb cusp on the blade spine provide natural hand positioning and cutting control that transforms a pocket-sized instrument into a surprisingly capable field tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Handle Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The handle scales are solid stainless steel — the same construction found in Spyderco's earliest and most enduring designs — providing a substantial, weighty feel and a flat, smooth surface that is exceptionally receptive to engraving or personalization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoly-Chromatic Dragonfly Tattoo Etching:\u003c\/strong\u003e In collaboration with an American tattoo artist, Spyderco laser-etched a multi-color dragonfly-and-grass graphic into the non-clip side of the stainless handle. The poly-chromatic etching is permanently bonded to the stainless surface — resistant to everyday wear, field conditions, and the passage of time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLockback Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e A stout back lock on the handle spine secures the blade firmly in the open position during use — one of the most time-tested and mechanically reliable locking systems in folding knife design, with decades of proven field performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Pocket Clip \/ Money Clip:\u003c\/strong\u003e A three-screw steel tip-up pocket clip positions the Tattoo for right-hand carry and doubles as a functional money clip — providing two independent carry configurations in a single integrated component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanyard Hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e An integrated lanyard hole at the handle end allows the Tattoo to be secured to a pack strap, zipper pull, or field kit attachment point for immediate access without occupying a pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eBoutique \u0026amp; Conservation Values\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWearable Nature Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dragonfly Tattoo occupies a rare category — a precision field instrument that is simultaneously a collectible piece of nature-themed art. The multi-color dragonfly etching reflects the same aesthetic values that define the Midwest Nest catalog: scientific detail, natural beauty, and craftsmanship worth preserving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gift Standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blade HQ describes the stainless Dragonfly as \"a highly thoughtful gift for the person who thinks they have everything.\" The Tattoo variant raises that standard further — the flat, smooth stainless handle is ideal for custom engraving, making it a genuinely distinctive gift for the naturalist, the wildlife steward, or the field professional in your life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only a limited quantity of the Dragonfly Stainless Tattoo is currently available through Midwest Nest. When it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProudly Made in Japan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted in Seki, Japan — the precision cutlery capital of the world — under Spyderco's exacting quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpyderco Lifetime Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every Dragonfly Stainless Tattoo is backed by Spyderco's manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.31\" (58.7mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.94\" (49.3mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.098\" (2.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e VG-10 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Grind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Flat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.54\" (140.7mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.22\" (81.8mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel with poly-chromatic dragonfly etching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lockback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6 oz. 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