The original Matriarch® was inspired by a request from Spyderco’s South African distributor for a smaller and more economical version of the Civilian® as a personal-protection tool for women. That concept ultimately evolved into the Matriarch 2, which integrates the Civilian’s aggressive blade shape and Reverse “S” edge profile with the lightweight handle construction of the popular Endura 4. Its SpyderEdge™ VG-10 stainless steel blade offers extreme cutting performance, while its sturdy back lock mechanism, four-position clip, and fully accessible Trademark Round Hole make it both right and left-hand friendly.