Like you said in the video, one of the greatest features of the PM2 is the buyers ability to try so many different steels in the same format. I have owned 10 different blade steels in the PM2 format. It is also a good modding platform. It’s still a great knife and I still have 7 or so in my collection.
Absolutely. You really get a good idea of real world performance too as the blades are identical in shape and size. Getting something that can be carried in a pocket puts it above the mule series for testing imo.
I love the Paramilitary 2 and Para 3 designs. Both are fantastic EDC knives for most people. I gave a sprint run in s-45vn to a friend and years later it’s still in his pocket and still holding up just fine. The cost is still pretty good for what you get too.
I bought a PM2 with cruwear and micarta about a year ago. It was my first "premium" factory knife after carrying a Kershaw 1660 for many years. I was deciding between that and a Benchmade Osborne, and got the PM2 for much cheaper than it seemed like I could get the Benchmade for (paid about $160 for the PM2 new including tax and shipping). I haven't butchered any large game with it, but I've used it for countless small tasks over the last year and have only had to touch it up with a strop a couple of times, and it is ridiculously sharp still. I replaced the clip with a deep carry clip from LynchNW, which has been great. The only complaint I have is that it is just a little too big for carrying with some pants with smaller pockets. 10/10 knife.
Great explanation my man. I sold mine years ago and haven't looked back, but I do agree with you that if there could be a few changes (mainly the flat scales are harsh corners everywhere) to the design and construction, I might be on board. Keep up the honest and straightforward reviews!
Thanks for the kind words man. It definitely could be improved on. I think the guys who have been around all feel this way. For spyderco to come out of pocket and take a risk on this both in R&D and upsetting the fan base seems unlikely at this time. Hopefully one day we see the rise of the paramilitary 4 and para 6 😂.
I think the PM2 sits itself into quite a nice niche. It’s a slicey knife while not feeling too thin or fragile. The knife is not too big and not too small; the perfect difference between the Military and the Para 3. The materials are of great quality but not to the point that the knife feels like it shouldn’t be used and worn it. The PM2 is multiple average values that contribute to a knife greater than the sum of its parts.
Absolutely. It goes above and beyond in performance aspects while keeping materials fairly basic and functional. If you aren’t sure what you’ll need a knife for it’s a great choice to cover most bases.
I bought a linerlock Military, (S110v) before they discontinue them, because the exact spot where you bear down during hard work, is where the compression lock lives, 😱,, so the new version of the Military is a step back imho,,
Good presentation and review of the PM2. The knife is well designed and practical for EDC. It is not cheap and that is a testament to its popular following with all the bargain fidget flickers being offered. I prefer the blade design and size of the Spyderco Native 5 for EDC, thumbs up and subscribed
It can definitely feel watered down especially due to it being so common and similar to other knives in the lineup. There are many more specialized or biased knives better for one persons EDC that I think we have all found and come to love over the pm2.
Like you said in the video, one of the greatest features of the PM2 is the buyers ability to try so many different steels in the same format. I have owned 10 different blade steels in the PM2 format. It is also a good modding platform. It’s still a great knife and I still have 7 or so in my collection.
Absolutely. You really get a good idea of real world performance too as the blades are identical in shape and size. Getting something that can be carried in a pocket puts it above the mule series for testing imo.
I love the Paramilitary 2 and Para 3 designs. Both are fantastic EDC knives for most people. I gave a sprint run in s-45vn to a friend and years later it’s still in his pocket and still holding up just fine. The cost is still pretty good for what you get too.
@KnifeCursed Oh yeah I totally agree, for 99.99% of people it's a great option.
I bought a PM2 with cruwear and micarta about a year ago. It was my first "premium" factory knife after carrying a Kershaw 1660 for many years. I was deciding between that and a Benchmade Osborne, and got the PM2 for much cheaper than it seemed like I could get the Benchmade for (paid about $160 for the PM2 new including tax and shipping). I haven't butchered any large game with it, but I've used it for countless small tasks over the last year and have only had to touch it up with a strop a couple of times, and it is ridiculously sharp still. I replaced the clip with a deep carry clip from LynchNW, which has been great. The only complaint I have is that it is just a little too big for carrying with some pants with smaller pockets. 10/10 knife.
It sounds like you made a great choice, and the Cruwear is a fantastic steel especially when it comes to maintainability as far as stropping goes 🤘
Great explanation my man. I sold mine years ago and haven't looked back, but I do agree with you that if there could be a few changes (mainly the flat scales are harsh corners everywhere) to the design and construction, I might be on board. Keep up the honest and straightforward reviews!
Thanks for the kind words man. It definitely could be improved on. I think the guys who have been around all feel this way. For spyderco to come out of pocket and take a risk on this both in R&D and upsetting the fan base seems unlikely at this time. Hopefully one day we see the rise of the paramilitary 4 and para 6 😂.
Great vid 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Thanks man 🫡
I think the PM2 sits itself into quite a nice niche. It’s a slicey knife while not feeling too thin or fragile. The knife is not too big and not too small; the perfect difference between the Military and the Para 3. The materials are of great quality but not to the point that the knife feels like it shouldn’t be used and worn it. The PM2 is multiple average values that contribute to a knife greater than the sum of its parts.
Absolutely. It goes above and beyond in performance aspects while keeping materials fairly basic and functional. If you aren’t sure what you’ll need a knife for it’s a great choice to cover most bases.
I bought a linerlock Military, (S110v) before they discontinue them, because the exact spot where you bear down during hard work, is where the compression lock lives, 😱,, so the new version of the Military is a step back imho,,
@@John..18 The original military has always been my favorite of the trio for that reason alone. And the liner lock is incredible.
Good presentation and review of the PM2. The knife is well designed and practical for EDC. It is not cheap and that is a testament to its popular following with all the bargain fidget flickers being offered. I prefer the blade design and size of the Spyderco Native 5 for EDC, thumbs up and subscribed
Thanks man I appreciate the kind words. The spyderco native is the most slept on spyderco imo. It deserves all the popularity the delica series has.
I've the same spec PM2 , but to me it's always felt a bit um , diet , sugar free. I turn to my Rao-C for most tasks.
It can definitely feel watered down especially due to it being so common and similar to other knives in the lineup. There are many more specialized or biased knives better for one persons EDC that I think we have all found and come to love over the pm2.
Why use a $200 knife when you can use a $300 knife?
@mangobadger Nah that's not enough. Mick strider custom w nightmare grind or nothing 😤😂