endura vs paramilitary

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dstewart

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can someone post a picture for size comparisson? I think I'm in the market for the digital camo one. But if they are the same or very similar in size I might go with an emerson a 100.
 
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Thankyou for posting the pics. They are pretty similar, so I'll probably be looking in a different direction. I know they are totally different but not enough to warrant the 150. bucks.
 
don't forget that the blade profiles are completely different. the para2 has a sharper tip and more belly.
 
and the para 2 has a choil and the endura does not. not to mention the blade steels are different.
 
Awesome comparison photos, thanks you two. I am still waiting for my Para 2 from Your Corner Store. But I recently purchased a blue Endura 4 FFG to hold me over :D Love it, though I still can't wait to get my hands around the Para 2.
 
I bought a Para without ever handling one. Mistake. The handle was not comfortable for me at all. The Endura's handle is comfortable. In fact, it's one of the more comfortable folders I own.
 
I got rid of my Military's and Para's and kept an Endura for EDC. It seems to ride in the pocket much nicer, and I like the lock back over the liner and compression thing. You can get them in exotic steel, flat ground, and waved, plus a rainbow of colors for not much money.
 
I feel the opposite of some of the opinions here. My Endura usually sits at my computer desk and is seldom carried. To me it feels a little blade heavy and I find that the handle is a little slim for my hand.

The Para 2 on the other hand fits my hand like a glove and just kinda melts right into the comfort zone. Blade length is nice and the balance is superb. It is seldom if ever out of reach or pocket.
 
In my own experiences, I prefer carrinying the endura. Despite the above pics making them look pretty similar size wise, My para just didnt feel as discreet when I carried it (pics show a para 2, I had a 1, maybe the one has a thicker handle?). Both are great user friendly slicers though.
 
My Endura 4 "Kreined" FFG in ZDP-189 mostly sits unused. It's strange to be honest. It slices like a pocket scalpel and takes a razor edge and holds it for quite a while. Despite the tip having broken off twice, it still feels too long and slim. For some odd reason, my BM 710-1 which is nearly identical in dimensions is my new favorite.

FRN simply doesn't "feel" as good as other materials like G10, titanium, and carbon fiber.

Still, I decided to chance a pre-order for the new Para 2's in S90V and CTS-20CP and see if my pocket likes them.
 
Well I finally got my Benchmade subrosa 790. It seems to be a wicked knife, it is really sharp and really fast,but since I dont really care for ao I will be removing the spring. Does any know if you can do that the zt 350?
 
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