Spyderco Para 3 or Paramilitary 2 | Which One I'm Going With 💀
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- We try to hone in on which Spyderco is best for your situation - Para 3 or Paramilitary 2
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I’ve always been into knives and have been carrying one pretty much everyday since 2007. I’ve always leaned towards the more economical knives like gerber and kershaw (carried the leak and chive for years). I always thought the spyderco knives were ugly and too big, but I loved the after market support for the pm2 and pm3. I pulled the trigger and got a g10 camo scale one with s45vn blade. Right out of the box I was sold. The weight and action are soooooo good. The ergonomics and the way it fits in my hand gives me a lot of confidence if I need to do heavy work with it. I LOVE the compression lock (liner locks piss me off now 😂). I’ve also mastered the spider flick and it’s one of my most fidget friendly knives (the civivi elementum 2 is great also!) I installed brown micarta scales, titanium hardware (that I anodized myself, including deep carry titanium pocket clip) and did a 2 step acid etch job on the blade with ferric chloride. It is my absolute favorite knife in my collection and I love that it’s one of a kind. My only problem now is that I don’t know what to buy next because I’m so content with my spyderco! I will say that mini adira from benchmade is looking pretty sweet though! Great video 🤙
They’re both great!
Slight edge goes to PM2 for me.
Good stuff as always, brother!
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Agreed 💯💯 thanks brother
Very cool! I have the same pm2 and do love it. I hope to get a tanto one day. Great video brother 👍
Hell yeah man, the tantos seem a lot harder to get, I couldn't believe how long the Wharncliffe stayed in stock at cutlery shoppe
Between the two, the Paramilitary 2 is my choice every time.
Agreed 💯💯 brother thanks man 🤜🤙
Cool stuff Bro!
Glad you enjoyed it thanks brother
I have both a Maxamet Para 3 with Flytanium lotus scales and Lynch clip and a CruCarta PM2 with RC Bladeworks denim micarta scales and I love both, but I carry the Para 3 more often. I still carry the Shaman the 15V Shaman the most.
Love the shaman man, and pm2 , p3. They all have a place in my collection and my mind 🤜💥💯
I enjoy both knives. Although I own 3 para 3’s and two pm2’s, maybe that says something? I have been really happy with the Military 2 here lately as well.
I need to check out the military 2. I need one badly 😂 I wish they'd re do the liner lock version to have tip up carry. Thank you brother. They are both phenomenal
I agree. I had a pm2 over 10 years ago with a brown handle. I think it was s35vn, which at the time was super high end lol. Man I miss that knife. I have the para 3 s110v now and I love it but it feels lacking. Will probably sell it for another pm2 lol
😂😂 thanks brother I appreciate it man 🤜🏻💥
Love my PM2. I have xxl hands and it’s the perfect fit for me. Also there are no 3”+ blade restrictions where I live. If I had smaller hands than I would most likely pick the Para 3. Ergonomics and comfort are huge for my decision making! There is a perfect knife for everyone, you just gotta find it 😉
Agreed 💯💯 the pm2 is the definition of function. They hold function over form and I love spyderco for that. I have the drop point tanto and wharny pm2. I love them all. The wharny is the best beast though. Thanks for being here and checking it out
I have a pm2 and a pm3 lightweight. I carry my pm3 lw more because it's such a nice size, I just use it for small tasks and love it. If I know I'm going to be doing bigger and heavier tasks, pm2. Both are amazing knifes though! I definitely need to get me a pm3.
Agreed 💯💯 they are both fantastic and both have a place. Such a hard choice I was hoping to show both their strengths in this case
@@GBall_Vision Great job and video as always!
Try the sage 5 if you haven’t already. Great knife.
@nickallen8333 the Sage 5 has been on my list of knives to get. I definitely want one but money and other knives are taking priority right now lol
@@KnifeFanatic I hear ya. It’s one I put off for a while that ended up becoming one of my favorites.
I like bigger knives. However, its refreshing when you carry a small knife and it just disappears. These being too close in size, id go for the paramilitary 2 and have the longer blade. something like the delica would be a tougher decision for me. Great vid with good talking points. Nice job!
Thank you man I appreciate that 🙏🏻 I prefer the pm2 for the size as well. I like a bigger knife myself. But I also like a semi smaller knife if done right IE the para 3 😂
I have a Para 3 to carry for areas that restrict knives for one reason or another, but the PM2 is next on my list to get
If you like or love the para 3. You'll fall in love with the pm2. Tons of room, comfy, and the blade is awesome 👍🏻👍🏻
PM2 for unrestricted areas, Delica S30V+ for 3" and under
There ya go bro 😎
Great info. How do you know when an exclusive will drop? Do you just have to check these sites all of the time?
Typically Instagram will let you no 😂 the other thing is to sign up to some of the major retailers newsletters and text if that's an option. DLT, SMKW, REC, WMK are a few I'd really hone in on. Thanks brother 🤜🏻
I just joined the spyderco family last year, with A Father's Day PM2 and a Christmas Lil Native. I want to try Para3 next, and since I have the knifejoy 20CV LN, will probably get their 20CV Para3. As much as I love my PM2, I think my pockets and reason for going out would be the 2 biggest determining factors on which I'd choose that day.
That's a great point. It will solely depend on the scenario for sure, the para 3 is fully capable but then preference can take over as well, like for me I like a little bigger knife so the paramilitary 2 is more my style but I still love the three
Easily the para 3 for me. I don’t like the pm2 personally. Too much handle and not enough blade. The para 3 is the right size for edc. If I need more knife, it’s gonna be a fixed blade.
Yeah man I always say there's something out there for everyone and not everything is for everyone. Personally, I don't mind the PM 2 I'm not really a ratio person, there's something about being able to get a nice full comfortable grip on that handle and having that nice blade, I prefer the Wharny pm 2 over the DP and tanto
@@GBall_Vision different strokes, right. Really want a warncliffe spydie. Wish the lil native warn had some variants. To me, the great thing about spyderco is the choil. On fixed blades I hate choils, but on a folder it adds room to grip. I have large glove size hands and with a choil grip, even the lil native is a full grip. Which is amazing on such a small knife. So the para 3 is even more. I guess without using the choil, then yeah the pm2 gives much more handle space. Depends how you use them. Thanks for not calling me an idiot for not liking the pm2 more. Too much hate in most comment sections these days.
@@shamitoson Not here my man, I don't tolerate that bull shit. Everyone is entitled to their opinions and likes. As long as we're respectful in doing so. I've created a family atmosphere for the channel, as everyone here is a brother to me. The para 3 is awesome, I prefer the pm2 only because of size, I tend to like a bigger knife but the para3 is fully capable. If you like back locks you can get a wharny endela in k390. It's a beast. They do have some wharnys but not a ton and can be hard to find. I have a video or two of my PM2 Wharncliffe it's a beast 💪🏻
If you really like the pm2 you will love the military 2. It’s great. Love all my Spyderco’s from my first pm2 earth brown s35vn. Bought another one just because. That was 2019 and I’m 130 Spyderco’s deep now and gotta sell some. If I absolutely had to keep just one para 3 or pm2 🤔🤔🤔🤔 I think I’d keep my REC para3 cpm10v coated blade. I think 😅
Wooweeee that's some spydies!!! I need to try out a few I like that I've never handled. And I want another shaman
Pm2 feels good to me and the blade drops better and all the screws can eventually be tightened . I guess the screw part might depend on each knife but the 2 I have are tight screwed. I d be just as happy with a para 3 though .
Same I prefer the pm2 but only by a small small margin 🤜💥🤜💥
I have 4 PM2’s and 3 PM3 LW. I carry the PM3 LW almost exclusively.
You can't go wrong with either one brother 🤜🏻💥 hell yeah
The pm2 is the go to!
Agreed love the pm2 man!!
I wanted a compression lock, and wanted to like the PM 2, so I picked one up in S45VN. I really like the PM 2, although a little large for what I'm looking for in an EDC, but 9 out of 10 times when I flick it open with my thumb, the compression lock tab pinches my index finger. If I think about it, I can open it without getting pinched. But if I just pull it out of my pocket and flick it open, without thinking about it like I normally do, it pinches me every time. Might have to try the PM 3 and see if the size difference makes a difference with the pinching.
Hmm Interesting. You mean like right where your pointer finger starts from your hand ? It takes practice, new locks new opening methods etc. It could be the difference between a slight change here or there when opening it. Eventually you figure them all out. The way I handle a PM 2 as I will grab it with a little looser of a grip if you will. And the tip of my index finger will basically be on the pivot and that gives an arch to your index finger leaving your whole index finger in that part of your hand off the back end of the knife, hope that helps
Basically let the knife be a little looser in your hand. Arch your pointer finger so it's kind of by the pivot. That'll leave your hand off the spine. A few tweaks and some practice you'll be a pro at it.
@@GBall_Vision Thanks man, appreciate it. I'm sure it will take a little getting used to. I have been carrying a stainless Delica for almost 10 years now. I've been looking to replace the Delica, just because, and have acquired several new Spydies in the process. Between the PM2, Manix 2, Native 5, and two different Tenacious, for every day in and out use, I'm liking the cheaper Tenacious a lot. So much so, after trying the 50 dollar model, I got one in CPM-M4 for better durability. I still want to try the Para 3, it might check all the boxes. And the other three mentioned will get a little Gucci treatment. The Manix 2 got Flytanium upgraded hardware and pivot ball. The PM2 got Flytanium copper scales, that I will polish. The Native 5 is the Blurple version with S110V and is pretty just the way it is.
Not that I’d say that PM2s/Para 3s are ugly (not at all), but they are plain, in that they come mostly with plain, flat G-10 handles. I have overcome that problem with a variety of aftermarket scales (they’re beautiful). True, the blades are very broad, to accommodate the Spydie-hole, which given the great utility of that hole, and the shallow flat grind that breath permits, is a worthwhile compromise, between blade geometry and pocket-fit. Another thing I love about these knives is the wide variety of exotic knife steels available. I have a medium-size collection of PM2s/Para 3s. I find myself buying as many different knife steels as I can find and afford, and as many great aftermarket scales as needed. Lately I’ve found some interesting scales, so I buy those, and then look for knives with new and interesting steels to put ‘em on! I have about 20 right now, and expect to pick up new knives and scales on a regular basis. It’s fun!
That's a great idea! I love spyderco for all that they do and try to keep doing. Yeah they may not come out with a ton of models but they create users, function. They aren't trying to win best aesthetics or action. On top of them doing what's best for function they use all those steels. We couldn't get half the steels if it wasn't for them
I haven't had a chance to handle a PM2 yet but do have a Para3. The Para3 is in an interesting place for me. I like carrying a >3" knife in my front pocket and a
I would have to believe the pm2 would be a great fit for a primary carry. Although the para 3 is a great secondary type carry. Some situations a primary but that's where it gets tough
I currently own a few inexpensive folders, like Virginia, Opinel, Ausonia and a couple of souvenir blades, but beyond the 50 € threshold I have a Victorinox RangerGrip 78, a SOG Terminus XR with a S35VN blade, and I'm considering a ParaMilitary 2 or 3 as a more expensive blade. I really love the micarta - CruWear combination for both of them, it just looks right.
On one hand I like the PM3 better, with a more obtuse angle of the drop point, but on the other hand everyone seems to prefer the PM2. I feel like I'd reach for a fixed blade if I needed something longer and sturdier, like a Mora Companion HD I got for camping and to do some bushcraft, and I mostly work from home so a shorter, lighter folder would fit in my sweatpants pocket nicely.
Decisions, decisions. So, Cru-Carta PM2 or PM3? What should I get? 🤔
I would say you can't go wrong with either one. The para 3 fits me just fine, I typically want a bigger folder, so I'd go for the PM2 just because of the more options in regards to the grip and you get that added blade length, I wouldn't compare it to a fixie more so just a folder that is a little more substantial. I'd look at what you prefer in regards to size and pick the one you think, the one I think may definitely not be in line with what you think/want. The para 3 is a perfectly adequate knife and I can get a full grip on it too with the choil. I have both so it was tough for me 😂
@@GBall_Vision I guess availability in Europe and price will be the biggest selling points. The PM2 is cheaper here, so... 😁
@@Bjornvetr as long as you like or don't mind a bigger knife you'll love the pm2. It can handle whatever you need a folder too 🤜🏻💥
@@GBall_Vision As a slimmer knife I have the awesome SOG Terminus XR, very dressy and smart. I need a big bad wolf, I guess. 😂
I have asked this before so here it goes. Is the para3 a small primary knife or a larger backup knife? as far as these 2 go I won a para3 and it's growing on me. I am more of a manix2/manix2xl fan with the native 5 right behind it.
I think it shines no matter where you put it. It's definitely a tough question to answer, for me I'm taking the PM2 over the para 3 if I had to choose. Luckily I don't have to and I can keep both 😂
Sage 5 over the para3 imo, just wish Spyderco would use a different steel on them. Have a couple with m4 but would like too see more.
I need to check out a sage 5 bro
They only make a left hand version in the pm2.
Interesting the compression lock is kind of ambi, I use them lefty occasionally and don't have a issue but I'm not lefty either but I've found the lock to be easy to use lefty maybe I'm weird
pm3 for the size
Great choice brother 💯👏🏻💯
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I've been the happy owner of Para2 for a week now and I basically don't need another knife :) ...but I'll definitely have others
Which one did ya get ? PM2 is a one and done type of knife but that never happens 😂😂 thanks brother
@@GBall_Vision I like plain and simple, so C81GP2. The most classic as it can be :D "one and done type of knife but that never happens" ...the same I can tell about women :D
@@rafaeltomaszewski994 😂😂😂 that's exactly right lmao
My hands are too big for para 3 sized knives. I can use them but it’s not comfortable or natural when cutting. Manix 2 or PM2 all day
I'm with ya on that, I'm a huge fan of the shaman and pm2. I like the manix except the plastic tabs
Gotta go three. Two would be illegal to carry where I am due to blade length.
Knife laws make me sick AF man 😭 they're both good 💯💯🤜🏻💥
@@GBall_Vision well I wanted the 2 because the size, but alas I will “settle” for the 3. I want that micarta handle!
Have borh of them plus dozen other Spydies, love them. But for last few months found myself using Para 3 more than any other knife for plain edc. Did customise it with Flytanium titanium scales.
It is a great EDC. I have a bunch of spydies or I use too. The shaman and pm2 are my favorite I think the smock and manix n para 3 are all great
@@GBall_Vision Yes mate, agree with You, shaman, pm2 and manix are classics.
@@DabTin agreed brother 🤜💥
Both 😊 And lots of each 😅
Nothing wrong with that 😁😁
Any left headed para 3s out there????
That I'm not sure of 🤔
If had to be Spiderco, the Military. Cold Steel Recon 1 new $100 is better
In what way? Maybe for abuse taking, but the spyderco will have a better heat treat and a better edge from factory
@GBall_Vision all these ways I like much better. The ergos definitely, the 4" blade is just long enough to meet my criteria. Best locking mechanism. Great materials & Assembly work. Unbeatable $100 new price. Other C.S. models targeted for future asap purchase
Or a teal s90v for $165. Blade hq kills me with tax and shipping
I don't ever order from bhq man. Ever. I just don't do it anymore. Id love an s90v SPYDERCO though
@@GBall_Vision DLT trading still has them. $165. Good price. I have 3 dlc s90v’s and a satin s90v pm2. Lil native,native 5 and native chief in c/f s90v. A couple para3’s in s90v. The stretch 2 in k390 is like a pm2 but frn and a lockback. Great knife. Have fun👍🏻
Would be the 2 for me me G...don't own any!!
The 2 is sick!!!
That is a toss up.
Definitely a tough one. It was a tough video for me to make and decide
PM 2 all day, for me. Para 3 is just a little too small for me.
Agreed 💯💯 brother no question 🤜💥
Para 3
great choice brother
PM 2 all day!!!
Great choice brother 💯💯 love the pm2. Para 3 is good but PM2 👍👍
If you live in a state with those laws then move 😂 screw that shit
The 3" bs? Yeah that's bull shit. Hopefully knife rights gets things resolved. He won pa our auto rights back January 2023 thanks brother 🤜🏻
Neither one. Get a Manix 2
Noooooo!!!! You can ONLY pick between these 2 😂 I'm going shaman over manix 2 though man
@@GBall_Vision Ball Bearing Lock FTW. I've had a PM2 and a Para 3. Just not a fan
Yea I've been thinking about a shaman myself
These are both terrible knives. I say that soley based off of looks and not having handled either so that makes me an expert. 😅 Nice comparisons brother.
Lol 😆😆 I suppose you are right :+( 😂 you need a pm2 man!!
They are amazing knives.
Obviously joking🤔...? Handle, carry, use it; then say that. Not one of the top faves of thousands for no reason! Crazy how the beauty becomes apparent after a bit! The Design is Brilliant🤟💥!
4:18 don't hate the look....hate the way you keep on talking without saying anything. Im out.....
I'm glad you enjoyed it 🤠
From 2 and 3 LW I find 2 is little too big. 3 LW is right size in work using it many times during the day every day. Might get second para 3 for fun and change. Work I take 3 LW for shtf I take manix 2 it locks to my hand better than 2. If I have to have just one for everything I go pm2 but I like more for para 3 for work and manix 2 for force multiplier not too big or small and locks to the hand real good. That is just how I feel. If work is different maybe I like something else... I think normal everyday urban work day EDC para 3 is a winner..
They definitely all are scenario based and all have great value depending on use case. The good thing is we can choose to get all the ones we love 😂