Which is better? Comparing Spyderco Shaman vs Para Military 2
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- It's about time I did a big old comparison video between the spyderco Para Military 2 (PM2), and their popular Shaman. Some people like the ergo and thickness of the Shaman, while others like the lightness and simplicity of the PM2. In this video I discuss the pros and cons of each to determine which is best for you. The Shaman seen here is a an extremely limited Blade Ops exclusive run that teams up Elmax steel with sculpted gray G10 handles. Other knives featured in this video. The Tenacious, the Hawk Deadlock, the full sized military, the Benchmade Crooked River and more. A spyderco exclusive is a dealer or distributor network custom configuration of an existing Spyderco available at one retailer usually but a sprint run is a limited configuration that once it's sold out it never comes back- and multiple retailers can carry it.
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9:26 I've got skin tags older than you
Ever thought about getting them looked at?
@@AdvancedKnifeBro 😂love your channel
@@AdvancedKnifeBro Hmmmm, skin tag removal, sounds like a job for a slip joint. If only we knew someone that collected them?
@@JohnHolliday1911 Straight razor & a styptic pencil?
Diiiabeetus.
For real Gramps, cut back on the sugar and wait for them suckers to wilt away and fall off.
Hell, put them in jars & hawk 'em on the Interwebs. Chicks are getting big money for Mason jarred gaseous expulsions.
I'd gladly pay three or four dollars just to drop a nice dangly one in the communal coffee burner at work.
This guy gives off Regular Car Reviews vibes but for knives and I love it. Solid review sir.
Wow, thanks!
Wait....there was a Spyderco knife called the Void?! Did I miss it!? Hopefully people are reselling them online at exorbitant mark ups!
Never disappointed with your content!
I have both, shaman is preferable for heavy use. Para2 is slicier. I'm happy with either, with a small favoring to the Shaman.
My XL fingers despise compression locks sadly
Never knew about the tab blocking the compression lock from bring depressed. Who likes getting a new toy and something is trying to keep you from getting in there? Should be easy, just sliding right in there, not loose but also not to tight either that will cause pain.... Seems like deal breaker for me. Those influences I tell ya!!! *shakes fist
Having one, my guess is that is to keep your finger out of there when you close the blade. The edge of the knife is deeper into the handle on the Shaman when closed, and the tab comes up in the compression lock cutout to clear your finger of getting cut.
@@arrowheadguys7637 I was making a piss poor effort at making a sequel joke.
...lol
@@anthonytuccillo6274 My bad, I'm interneting poorly today.
Shaman seems more of a bushcraft type blade rather than an EDC one. I don't think I would be batoning with any folder, but it's fun to watch you do it to that $235 knife.
Finally, a non-slip review of a more mainstream knife you talked me out of buying, but still want, but can’t justify cause I have 100 knives I don’t use.
I’ve been hurting for the views lately so I’m trying a crowd pleaser
@@AdvancedKnifeBro might have to fall back on reviewing machetes or flashlights if things get really dire.
It’s about time. I can finally move on with my life. Might as well call this video the Spyderco Shame-on-u for not doing this sooner. 🥁
Are you Nick Shabazz? 🤔🤨
Your reviews get me through my day at work. Thank you so much. Keep up the shitty work 💗
Screw calling it the "Shah-man"...I still call it the Shame-an in order to remind myself of the shame that I feel to still be getting drunk before noon and ordering random Spydercos online at the age of 46. AKB, all these sensitive kids in your comments section are not be prepared for black suck hole of their 40s. The full size Crooked River is still one of my favorite knives.
You’re bummed about being in your 40s. 40s isn’t a giant suck hole. The problem is in you. Straighten up, you got a long way to go.
Since im also 46 I wish I could blame being drunk for ordering my shaman
How are you going with your efforts to become a real man and carry a 110, rather than those knives made of cloth and paper?
Always wanted a Shaman, and when I finally bought one, I was a little underwhelmed. I liked it, but didn't love it. Hard to justify that price on a knife that you kinda like... Ended up reselling it. My Crucarta PM2 on the other hand, I still hear angels singing when I flick it open.
I'm struggling to like my crucarta PM2. Waited a year for it and then just didnt like those thin scales. I also wasnt expecting the micarta to not be the typical resin impregnated type. Mine is filthy and denim stained after no time. I know some people call that patina, but....
What do you like about it, that I might be looking past? Other than it is a PM2 (I have multiple other PM2 and 3's)
I feel the same way about the shaman. I wanted one for song long then was a little let down by the blade interfering with your finger when closing which is a bad design then my exclusive run was suppose to be green micarta and black blade but it’s tan with no green at all.
Ya getting a factory second was the only way I could justify one
I’m trying to decide between a crucarta pm2 and a shaman and you kind of helped me decide
Its good stock and great modified.
The shaman is a nice looking knife, I like a bit thicker of a blade, do not need the thin cuts. Really do not need the silly lanyard holes that Spyderco seems to love.
Your kung Fu gets better each time.
If my knife is not heavy enough I just tie a weight to the lanyard. Viola! Your knife is heavier. If I'm not failing at 20 reps... Er I mean cuts. Then it's not heavy enough.
I mean what's the alternative? People I've never met might think I'm a pussy? No siree! I can't have that!
Cool miss your older reviews with batoning the crap out of wood. Your the man.👍
10:59 ?!
I like the handle of the shamen, but the blade geometry on the pm2 is so much better.
The Shaman geometry is for people with large feet
Don't be so hard on yourself, you're at least a Y-list channel.
Yes the Shaman. Truth be told I have a PM2 all tricked out & a Pm3 in Magnacut I call Frankenstein because of the aftermarket scales. I’m hoping for a Shaman in Magnacut. If it doesn’t come I will eventually pay the ransom and purchase a Shaman in Cruwear with brown micarta scales or G10. Love your dry humor.
Good luck at Albertsons!!!
Great video. Very funny.
This channel literally puts the SHAME in the Shaman. Why I love AKB.
Late to the party. Found this review because, "algorithm". Probably going for a shaman or a native version, because I still can't get used to the classic spyderco shape.
I was eating a grilled cheese and while chewing thought you said Depression Lock.
I might have!
“Hey man, remember the void.”
Hahahahahaha . . . !
I picked up the Knifeworks excluse Saturday night in a drunken stupor and felt immediate regret the next morning . The same way I already regret commenting on this video.
A guy who truly gets the hobby.
The re-released Resilience in S35vn got me. A deep carry Lynch clip has been installed and now the blue FRN scales seem gas stationey. (not a word). The Shaman never attracted me. Bulbous and bloated imao.
Your review saved me 300 dollars, thanks. Pm2 will maintain my edc choice for now
HEY! Don't forget to make fun of ergonomic chairs and footrests. Maybe middle managers too.
In a self defense roll. PM2 all the way! Breaking down 3 quarter size boxes... shaman all the way. So really... Spyderco Canis is the best of them all>?>>>
What a fantastic trip down memory lane...batoning with a folder, stump throws, poop jokes, self deprecation, dripping sarcasm, all in a hilarious easy to watch essay! Your videos are literally timeless, so you can review a Delica now and it will be relevant. Thanks!
I've got an orange and black Shaman, and the action is so stiff I can't flick it at all. And that little nubbin hits the tip of my finger every time I close it. I want to love it, but I'm not there yet.
Which of the martial arts do you practice?
All of them.
Your emotional and spiritual growth through the years has been nothing short of ok.
If I have learned nothing the journey has been worth it.
OMG. I GOT A SHOUT OUT ON YOUR CHANNEL.. my life is now complete!! I can die in peace now!!
Pm2 is better because you will carry it every day. Shaman is nice but, too fat to carry. It stays in my safe.
Very entertaining video! I'm a PM2 guy from years back! Never felt the need to get a Shaman.
I love the Spydies I love, and don’t like the ones I don’t like… but man, for some reason I hate sprint runs, exclusives, limited releases, one-offs, and any others that I left off. Just make the damn things and sell ’em.. don’t make a couple of ‘em in plaid for one dealer, and make us feel like we need to fill that hole.
Now where’d I put my chartreuse, glow-in-the-dark Shaman in Adamantium… I’ve got some Spydie flickin’ to do… it calms my nerves.
Hey, I see you've traded in that big heavy Buck knife for a Spyderco. I guess lifting that other one was too much of a workout for you, huh ? Don't worry, we'll be here cheering you on as you flex those noodle arms and try to open a bag of chips with your new "muscle-friendly" blade. Maybe one day you'll be ready for the big leagues... Until then, enjoy your kiddie blade, and remember, there's no shame in admitting you're too weak for the grown-up tools.
Look how strong this man is everyone! He loves an 8 ounce knife with a belt clip! He should go around posting under internet knife videos telling everyone how smart and strong he is. That way people will definitely know! This is my favorite post this week man, I appreciate it.
You just get me bro, I did work hard this week, I do deserve a super steel!
Give It Hell!
I’ll watch the video because it’s from Bro even though I don’t really care for either folder being discussed here. Commendable he knows how to pronounce Shaman. I’ll bet he even knows how to pronounce Marcin Slysz. 👍🏻
Just to be clear. PM2 is the best. It’s ok to be wrong. Just learn from your mistakes. ;)
@@Owens_Racing You misspelled "Caribbean". The Caribbean is the best.
@@Owens_Racing i’ve got an early PM2. Thinking about a PM3. Shaman is Jeff too chunky for me. If need anything more substantial than those I’ll reach for a fixed blade.
Oh, i'm here mostly for the jokes. Love them!
of all the spydies i own, the manix 2 lightweight is always the one i keep going back to, probably why i have 5 versions of the manix 2, its a perfect balance of everything that i love about spyderco and knives, i would probably consider a shaman if they made on a lightweight and cut the cost down dramatically
My girlfriend says lubier is better so 🤷🏻♂️
After all these years, I still crack up and enjoy your witty sarcasm. Great job Bro. I do prefer the Shaman and I am a bit older, so remember to respect your elderly...Shaman is better🤣🤣🤣🤜🤛👍⚔️
Shaman looks interesting. Knife collecting isn’t a hobby it’s an addiction and a waist of money. The perfect knife doesn’t exist. I bought a bug out a couple years ago and just stopped buying folders altogether. It ain’t perfect but it’s the best compromise I’ve found for actually using for edc/backpacking. Have a pm2 it’s ok but honestly it’s a big knife with a short cutting edge and a weak tip. Pm3 is just terrible.
Man, I used to throw my knives into logs and dirt back in the day. Now, with decent knives at $150 or more, I’d cry if someone did that to my knife. My times have changed. Great video!
Honestly, if you have a budget that allows you to buy only one Spyderco, it’s the PM2. You’ll never regret it. Light, fast, sharp as all nuts out, comfortable, fun, capable, and... fun. Did I mention it was fun?
My favorite is my Yojimbo. Para 3 in Maxamet is close 2nd.
7:40 you totally forgot ziptie amalgams. Well that's what i use when i need more purchase.
Not a fan of the leaf blade shape on the Shaman or Manix, I have many Spyderco's and even drove to Golden Colorado to meet Sal which was great. The PM2 is favorite followed by the the Para 3.
This one’s nice but I’m broke.
Maybe I’ll see you at Albertsons. I have a little cash. Man I hope they have zima in stock.
It was definitely not a waste of time for me. Thank you for the video 🙂
You scored the poop joke. Well done
I have resisted the shaman myself.
I really like my pm2 in S45. I’ll get there someday.
I love S45VN. I have a Pm2 with a DLC black coated s45vn blade and camo G10 scales that I have been edc for a while now
Love watching you wack that shaman through the wood. So funny imagining people freaking out over it
My first shaman is 15v love it. Pm2 crucarta and sage 5
Shout out crying in Albertsons
I'm all for a new Shayman review considering I never bought into the exclusive sprint runs, nor have I ever tried considering the amount of people who like to break the internet everytime one happens. Until the bladehq Shaymon. Nobody bought it, has green micarta, my favorite. Has a dlc M4 blade. Oh no! He said M4! It's Emmfour. Which is another favorite of mine. It came completely jacked up. Aka I was able to slide the blade back and forth on the pivot. Because someone decided not to make sure the D lockside on the pivot was seeded. That great Spyderco quality, am I right? Taichung factory is Best Spyderco.
I really want the new 15V versions. Even though I may never be able to properly sharpen them.
PM2 every day. It's a classic for all the right reasons. If you have hands smaller than XL, the para3 fills the void.
Thank yew AKB
Just got an ad for Seal Team… got me hyped for the awkward backyard batoning I’m about to enjoy.
Love to see some batoning at Albertsons footage!
03:45 AKB, results on taste test please? I need to know as I am considering this model. If its flavor is acceptable by your standards I will trust it and purchase. Thanks in advance
EDIT: glad to see batoning back in the vids. Also, condolences on the muscle wasting disease 🦠
Your videos are amazing. Thank you for being so sarcastic it hurts. The reviews them selves are also significantly above average. Well done.
You should have a ‘coolest knife name’ tourney.
I would watch that.
I have a perfectly serviceable Manix 2 LW. I also carry a Dragonfly 2. For price of both, I still couldn’t buy a Shaman.
As nice as it is, I’ll pass.
I’m glad you actually mentioned the bump on the shaman interfering with your finger. Some people on TH-cam dodge it. I feel that that is the one big flaw with the shaman line that needs to be changed. Hopefully they will address it in the future.
One of my favorite channels. Something is wrong with me. I am probably not going to buy another knife until the comp lock military comes out
Shaman > all. Sorry, it's my favorite knife. You can never go wrong reviewing a Shaman. And yes, its SHA-man. Not SHAY-man. Don't be a doofus. Say it correctly.
BAHAHA love the integrated humor. Good info. Shaman is already my EDC.
Z list? You're my favorite S tier reviewer.
great video , ... funny !
I'm all out shaman guy ! , ... I want one so bad .
but ,... it looks like ill never get one .
always a dollar short , when sprint time comes .
and the prices keep going up .
but dreaming one day , ... when I'm RICH .
Osage Orange is a hardwood tree native to the US. Very difficult to work and arguably America's best bow wood.
Great to see you still putting out compulsion enabling content 😁
Having said that, don’t feel too bad about it. Isn’t most of TH-cam about “The Void?”There’s got to be a paper in that somewhere.
You speak to the unmet need in all of us. I think it’s why your content resonates so strongly with me, vacuous fucknuckle I am.
On a lighter note I took my Falkniven camping the other week. It will next see the light of day in about 2025. But I kicked ass feather sticking and battoning like a MF for about a week. Can’t find time to get out with all this void filling.
Hey ho, back to the grindstone….
Anyway, back to the point I was about to make….you’ve not been getting pushed through on the algorithm. Pretty sure it’s why you might have experienced a dip in numbers and absolutely nothing to do with the beer content….probably.
Something about your Spyderco videos brings me back to a simpler time. Back when a muppet-esque named knife company would garner angry comments about intellectual property.
Glad to see Stumpy™ is doing well.
Ganzo!!!
Show me the man who broke the tip on a Shaman. Show me the many whining ninnies who complain about breaking PM2 tip. Nub delete is one of my mods I do myself so there is no closing issue. Lynch clip is a good mod. Polish the washers and take out some of the compression spring strength and you will be happy.
Endura.
It’s a hefty knife but the finger choile interference with the compression lock is a deal breaker it’s a huge negative for fidgetability which is obviously a knifes most important function.
Those who carry shaman’s are financing their water beds at high APR’s.
Tell me more about these “water beds”
@@AdvancedKnifeBro running joke from a satire account on Twitter. Three Year Letterman. This accounts posts make me laugh. I think you’d enjoy his sense of humor.
Thanks for pronouncing it right
Finally right?
Advanced Spiderbro! 😱
Should thrown in a tenacious for fun. I'm not buying another Spyderco at full price until I'm making 100k+ Imao
After my 2nd PM2 blade broke at the tip, I went back to Benchmade. It seems like the Spyderco knives 20 years ago were a lot better.
To me, removing the pocket clip gives me the best deep pocket carry. I did this after it snagged on a tree branch, while hiking.
3 minutes in and you’ve earned yourself a subscriber. i think i love you. i mean…thanks for the laughs. whatever.
Just discovered your videos. I'm quite amused, it's as if someone recorded my inside voice and put it on TH-cam. Love the content. Thanks for the time and effort!
It's hard to express oneself so authentically. Many people that sit down to write a video script change their inner monologue with the prospect of posting it on the internet, even if subconsciously. So yeah, I appreciate the content a lot as well, and even though I sound just as cynical and funny in my head, it would be impossible for me to come across like that in a YT video the way AKB does.
Um actually it's a special boy surprise package, not an exclusive.
Also ita pronounced oh! Sag?
Compared to the PM2 the shitman locks like a cheap gas station Chinatown knife 🤢🤮👎😂🤣
Also, about the beer video’s I’m from Belgium. If you ever want some special beers, maybe we can work something out 🍺
But the question I really want answered, how does it compare to the Wallace!
Wallace is my precious
This last weekend I came home from Chy, WY with a Shaman & if it wasn't 99 miles each way I probably returned it today. To me it isn't any better than the PM-2 or one of my favorite Spydies, the Manix-2. I'll give it a week or two & if I don't like it any better I'll either take it back or trade it for something else!
My third video I watched from you.. thank you.. I really enjoy your content.
Shaman is better for large hands like myself. PM2 is just for the small weenies who can’t rock the millie
The age old PM2 vs Shaman... in a zombie apocalypse scenario and I could only pick one, I'd call time out, run home and get both!
These are my two fav edc items, in the morning I ask myself- do I feel more stabby? or do I feel more slicey?
i'd take even my old tenacious... 😋
@@kittytrail I have a Tenacious and a Persistence both for work and abuse and I love them both! I abuse knives at work so happy Spyderco has these available.
Same steel, same lock system, same handle material, same grind! Just a different handle design. ??? So whatever tickles your pinkie...
I'm like two years in a serious TH-cam knife influencer binge.....and somehow, I'm just now finding Advanced Knife Bro....fugginhell this dude is hilarious.....the sarcasm is lovely
Can it adequately cut a burrito, without leaving the burrito looking ragged? That's the real test! Priorities, Man, priorities!