Byrd Meadowlark 2 Rescue Serrated Sheepsfoot Lockback Knife

The Byrd Meadowlark 2 Rescue, part of Spyderco's budget-friendly import line, sets a serrated 3-inch 8Cr13MoV sheepsfoot blade with a thumb slot opener, fitted to a black GFN handle with a reversible pocket clip, closing to 4 inches.

That thumb slot, a cutout at the blade spine rather than Spyderco's signature round hole, still delivers fast one-handed opening at an accessible price point. The sheepsfoot blade's straight edge and blunt spine excel at controlled push cuts, well suited to rescue and utility work where a pointed tip could cause accidental injury. The serrated edge adds bite through rope, webbing, and other fibrous material a plain edge handles less cleanly.

A lockback secures the blade open with a spine-mounted release, long considered one of the most trusted traditional locking mechanisms because of how much force it takes to fail. The four-way reversible pocket clip adapts to any carry preference, left or right, tip up or down. Sheepsfoot blades remain popular for rescue and utility work, exactly where a rounded blade tip's safety matters most. Explore more Lockback Knives.

• Sheepsfoot blade excels at controlled push cuts for rescue and utility work
• Serrated edge adds bite through rope and fibrous material
• Four-way reversible pocket clip adapts to any carry preference
• Lockback delivers trusted lockup strength