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i was thinking of getting a paramilitary as my edc, and wanted to know what yall thought? is it a good choice or are there better edc knives in the spyderco line?
 
It depends on what you want to use your knife for and your budget. The Para has a very strong compression lock and thick G10 scales. It also is only tip down, however. With the CPM S30V steel, I see the Para as an excellent hard-use folder. Don't baton or pry with it, though.

If you are more interested in an urban/office-friendly, easy-to-carry EDC, then you may want to look at a smaller, lighter knife. You have a bunch of options. My preferred is the UKPK. Great steel, phenomenal ergonomics, light weight and deep carry clip all make it one of my favorite knives.

If you're still set on the Para, then be aware that a new version (the Para 2) will be coming some time in 2010. If you're not too patient and still want a Para for an EDC, then go for it. I've heard very little negative reviews of the knife and a ton of praise for it. :thumbup:
 
The Paramilitary is a great knife. It works well for when you don't want the length of the military but still want that awesome blade shape.
 
The Para is a great knife and easy to use. It has never let me down, worth the money, and one of my favorite folders. BUY IT!
That being said I also love the Delica 4 and the Native that I own for EDC use. However, the best IMHO is the PARA!
 
The Para is a great versatile EDC with epic ergonomics.


An FRN Para is in the works and I will probably get it if it maintains the comp lock & ffg blade.
 
you cannot go wrong with a Paramilitary. I love this model and think it is one of the best in Spyderco's lineup for me. The handle may be a bit large for some, but this means it has great ergo's. It is a thin knife and carries well (mine usually rides right-rear pocket, clipped next to the seam)

I have to say though, that you should also take a look at the Sage 2 as well, it is another great blade in the same size catagory as the Paramilitary.
 
Everyone is different with regard to what they want for an EDC, but the Para is almost exactly what I like (at the moment). I do not find it to be too large at all. I wear fairly loose slacks at work and it does not even contact the keys in the bottom of my pocket when clipped in place. This was a concern for me prior to purchase since this thing is like an iceberg (very little is visible above the surface of your pocket...in fact I have knives half this size that show more out the top of my pocket).

Very solid but light-weight knife that is great for many tasks. The first time I handled one, I was shocked at how light it felt (but the light weight is no indication of fragility).

Some may prefer a smaller knife or one with a handle that is more on par with the blade length (Para has a large handle relative to its blade).

The only thing I am not 100% stoked about is the rough jimping on the Spyder hole (where your thumb rests when the knife is open). This sometimes snags on my pocket as I with drawl the knife. I am learning not to pull the knife forward (or straight up) until it clears my pocket and all is well...I have never heard anyone else report this FWIW, so it is probably just my technique that needs to be fixed and not the knife!
 
Like others have said, the Para is a great knife. But for me it only became a viable EDC knife after changing the clip to a low ride custom one.
 
If it fits your hand and you like the CL you want go wrong! I'm EDCing my CPM D2 model this week myself.
 
Cisco Kid said:
Like others have said, the Para is a great knife. But for me it only became a viable EDC knife after changing the clip to a low ride custom one.
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same here got an STR lowrider on mine. and it is the perfect EDC for me
the only thing that counts is that you are satisfied with the knife. i know i am.
 
IMO The Para the best all round working EDC folder, it is probably overkill in an office though. Get the CPM D2 version if you can find one!

Bo.
 
D1omedes said:
It depends on what you want to use your knife for and your budget. The Para has a very strong compression lock and thick G10 scales. It also is only tip down, however. With the CPM S30V steel, I see the Para as an excellent hard-use folder. Don't baton or pry with it, though.
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It may just be me but I wouldn't consider a folder 'hard use' if you couldn't baton or pry with it.
 
Tenacious said:
It may just be me but I wouldn't consider a folder 'hard use' if you couldn't baton or pry with it.
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I think the definition of "Hard Use" can also vary to each person :p

Hard use can be excessive and abrasive use against thick ply card board, dense plastics, ply wood. Tasks that can easily dull a knifes edge.

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Hard use can be camping/hiking and batoning/prying like you stated.

I do agree though that the term "Hard Use" can easily imply ultimate resistance to all tasks, but I think that may be an expectation set too high.

My 2 cents :p
 
Tenacious said:
It may just be me but I wouldn't consider a folder 'hard use' if you couldn't baton or pry with it.
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I'm not sure if you're being sarcastic or not (a limitation of online forums). If I wished to baton - I'd pick up a fixed blade. If I wished to pry - I'd pick up a pry bar. If I wanted an easily-carried, light slicing tool - I'd pick up a folding knife.

There are different tools for different jobs. :)
 
I've been EDC's my D2 Para w/STR's low rider Ti Clip, and we are talking a wicked combo here. Been very happy with it's ergo's.

I know it's not for everyone but they fit my handle perfectly no matter what grip i have.
 
When it comes to a good EDC *for you* it can differ a lot. Hell, it differs for me week to week :D . After carrying the little Native 1 around for a year, I loved the larger, chunkier feel of the Tenacious. Then, after carrying that for a few months, I loved the lightweight and classy feel of my Centofante 4, and the Tenacious felt too chunky. Then I switched back to the Tenacious after awhile and loved it... etc.... :P

(yes, I only carry the "cheaper" Spydies at the moment, can I help it that they're such a good value?)

That said, trying out an acquaintances para, I REALLY liked it. Handle is great, blade shape is great, can't go wrong.
 
When it comes to an EDC (every day carry) I have found that it's really tough for me to make just one Spyder do every cutting job I encounter even in a one day time span. I usually always carry at least one conventional blade which at this time is a 440V, SE, Golden CO Spyderco Native model. To ride shotgun with it I also carry a G-10, ATS-55 Harpy model. The Hawkbill just really compliments that Native model like you can't believe.

I've been carrying at least 2 EDC Spyders for the past 5 years now and I can't even imagine trying to get by with just one anymore. Hawkbills are a GOD-Send on many odd types of cutting jobs. Nobody makes a Hawkbill even close to being as good as Spyderco's Hawkbills. They are the best on the planet. The new H-1 Spyderhawk is an awesome piece of cutlery. If I was at war in armed forces I would carry an S90V Military model along with a fully serrated H-1 Spyderhawk.
 
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