I want a spyderco

ghostpoo said:
I know the spine lock is stronger but its hard for me to use with one hand.:thumbdown:
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You're thinking of a back lock. The compression lock is about the easiest one hand operating lock there is. Release the lock and the blade falls closed on its own due to the pivot bushing. There is no tension on the blade with a compression lock like there is on a back lock. Just watch a few youtube vids on the para2 and you'll see what I mean.
 
mkjellgren said:
You're thinking of a back lock. The compression lock is about the easiest one hand operating lock there is. Release the lock and the blade falls closed on its own due to the pivot bushing. There is no tension on the blade with a compression lock like there is on a back lock. Just watch a few youtube vids on the para2 and you'll see what I mean.
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Your right my bad wow that locking system looks slick!
 
The back lock gives me trouble too I'd go liner all the way the tenacious has no equal IMO for price it gives great performance fnf are great too.
The trouble I had as somebody mentioned was comparing a tenacious and its cost to a military but it can't really be compared in that way.
If I money were no issue I think spyderco is the only company I'd say I'll give every model a go different ergos steel behaviour pou design would all become obvious when using different models but that's just my take.
As others have stated though if you appreciate a good blade then those two wont be your last enjoy bud :) .
 
mkjellgren said:
You're thinking of a back lock. The compression lock is about the easiest one hand operating lock there is. Release the lock and the blade falls closed on its own due to the pivot bushing. There is no tension on the blade with a compression lock like there is on a back lock. Just watch a few youtube vids on the para2 and you'll see what I mean.
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The sharpend said:
The back lock gives me trouble too I'd go liner all the way the tenacious has no equal IMO for price it gives great performance fnf are great too.
The trouble I had as somebody mentioned was comparing a tenacious and its cost to a military but it can't really be compared in that way.
If I money were no issue I think spyderco is the only company I'd say I'll give every model a go different ergos steel behaviour pou design would all become obvious when using different models but that's just my take.
As others have stated though if you appreciate a good blade then those two wont be your last enjoy bud :) .
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Well was going to turn my $10 s&w extreme ops into a hybrid with a hole in the blade like spyderco but steel is too hard to drill. Anyways I could see how this lock is stronger than liner locks.

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Its a tuff decision between the paramilitary or manix2. Just curious why don't they make the blade on the paramilitary all the way to the handle on the bottom where there is no jimping..? Sorta like the resilience and tenacious?
 
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ghostpoo said:
Any comments on the manix 2 with the acrylic blue handle ?
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The manix2 lightweight is an excellent user knife and the handle material is very practical and cost effective, but it just doesn't FEEL as nice and substantial as g10.
ghostpoo said:
Its a tuff decision between the paramilitary or manix2. Just curious why don't they make the blade on the paramilitary all the way to the handle..? Sorta like the resilience and tenacious?
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Get one in your hands and you'll understand. The finger choil on the para2 (and manix2) allows you to hold the knife with your forefinger as close as possible to the blade safely for much better control over the tip and greater precision on fine cutting. Some people love finger choils, some people would rather have the extra blade length. I personally happen to love spyderco's finger choils.
 
ghostpoo said:
Its a tuff decision between the paramilitary or manix2. Just curious why don't they make the blade on the paramilitary all the way to the handle on the bottom where there is no jimping..? Sorta like the resilience and tenacious?
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As mkjellgren mentioned that is called a "choil" and while it may look like an unnecessary sacrifice of some blade length it is actually a HIGHLY useful tool on a knife that is actually used. I love the choil and miss it on knives that don't have it. It allows you to choke up on the blade for detail work Plus on a gravity drop blade like the PM2 has (thanks to the pivot bushing system) it an excellent safety feature in that it protects the index finger from coming in contact with the blade when the blade gravity drops.
 
i was late for this party. next stop endura, delica and dragonfly, bread and butter models. have several of each. must haves in any collection. work knives too. good luck dude. you are starting a journey on a very long road :)
 
Is there even a "bad" spyderco? I don't think so, great knives all around. You don't need a sales pitch with them, just get one that looks good to you.

I've had I think 4 different models, all were good to go.
 
If you're considering at the Tenacious and Resilience, I'd suggest looking at the Delica or Endura instead. They cost $15-20 more, but it's well worth it. Everything about the knife seems more refined.

Blade steel - VG-10 vs. 8Cr13MoV. While 8Cr13MoV is a decent value steel, VG-10 is quite a bit better. It will take a finer and more consistent edge and retain it longer.

Ergonomics - The Delica/Endura feels much more solid. The inset steel liners in the FRN handles feels denser / more solid than the layered G10 scales and steel liners on the Tenacious line. The Delica/Endura also has smoothed and rounded off edges on the handles, giving them a more comfortable feel than squared off edges. Even the contours of the thumb ramp on the Delica/Endura feel more comfortable. The textured FRN is just as grippy as G10, wet or dry.

Lock - This is more a matter of preference. Both locks are reasonably strong. The liner lock is easier to disengage one-handed, but due to the lack of a ricasso on the Tenacious/Resilience, the sharpened edge can close right down on your thumb if you're not careful. The back lock can be disengaged one-handed, but it takes a little bit of flipping the knife around in your hand (can take a little practice, but it's easy once you get the hang of it).

Carrying - The Delica/Endura is thinner, narrower, and lighter, making it that much easier to carry (less noticeable in pocket). Again, it gets down to the little details, like the clip on the Delica/Endura landing on the flat logo on the handle, reducing wear and tear on your pockets.
 
If I could legally carry my military everyday/ all the time, I would. The Para 2 is the next best thing. Find a knife/ cutlery shop (or a friend who has one) and try it on for size--it is a great in terms of materials and construction, light but strong, and versatile enough to meet most needs. It's in my pocket right now... oh, wait, nope--I'm home, it's my millie! Good luck man, figuring our which Spydies are right for you are good problems to have!
 
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