Is the Spyderco Paramilitary 2 worth it?
For a knife at its price point, the Paramilitary 2 is an absolutely amazing value. For less than $150 you get an all-around great CPM-S30V blade steel and stainless-steel lined G-10 handle scales—all in a bombproof, warrantied, USA-made package.
What is a paramilitary knife?
Spyderco Knives’ Paramilitary 2 pocket knife models are some of the most sought after. They have been released with some of the finest blade steels and handle materials. The compression lock is a very desirable feature and the entire knife is built super tough.
When was the paramilitary 2 made?
2010
As you might have suspected the 2 in the name is because the knife is a successor of the original Paramilitary (PM) released in 2004. After several key changes and improvements from the original PM the PM2 was released back in 2010.
Where are Spyderco knives made?
Spyderco designs and produces knives under the Byrd brand. These knives use high quality materials and are manufactured in China, allowing much lower prices while retaining most of Spyderco’s quality.
What is the Spyderco Paramilitary 2 used for?
Blade profile Spyderco PM2 is full-flat ground. For starters, this is a wonderful multi-purpose blade style that tackles pretty much any task you encounter every day, including cutting, slicing, prying, stabbing, chopping, etc. —anything!
Is the PM2 a tactical knife?
The Para 2 has an overall length of 8.3″, a 3.4″ blade, weighs 3.75 ounces, and is made in the USA. This is a larger knife, designed to be either a tactical knife or a heavy-duty utility folder. I also know that for many, this is an EDC knife. It’s been given a full flat grind and is made from 3.5mm blade stock.
Is the para 2 a good knife?
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 vs Benchmade Griptilian (Amazon): It’s no secret the Griptilian is one of my favorites but overall the PM2 is simply a better knife. The PM2 has superior steel (S30V vs 154CM) and while the Benchmade AXIS lock is excellent it’s sub-par against the PM2’s compression lock.
Who designed the paramilitary 2?
The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 bears the maker’s marks of both Spyderco founder Sal Glesser and his son Eric. Both designers have contributed amazing designs to the Spyderco catalog and its fitting that the company’s most heralded design is a collaboration between the two generations.
Why do Spyderco knives have a hole?
One of the most common questions we get from people new to Spyderco knives is “Why the Round Hole?” The Round Hole allows the blade of a folding knife to be swiftly and easily opened with only one hand.
How much does the paramilitary 2 weigh?
The ParaMilitary 2 is not particularly heavy for its size at 3.75 ounces. It feels tremendously stable and firm in the hand as you tend to expect from Spydie’s these days. The trademark Spyderco thumb hole is unusually large and a joy to use.