M390 Para2 vs. Combative Edge M1

[Hadji Flip Me Over]

Before I say anything else, it's strictly between these two and I know I'll have both of them eventually. But I'm having trouble deciding which one to get first.

I want a high-end folder that will be strictly for light EDC tasks and fondling (not really what the M1 was designed for, but it's still a very cool knife to carry), so toughness is not a factor at all in this comparison. It's more about ergos, materials, and looks.

The Para2 caught my eye because there have been rave reviews about it for months on end and the advent of a sprint run in M390 meant I had to have it. I'm leaning heavily towards purchasing the Spyderco first, but the M1 is calling my name.

Is there anything that should shuffle the M1 higher up the priority list?

 

[michaelm466]

I always go with the sprint run first just because they will prove more difficult and more pricey down the road than the regular production knife. I do like Para 2's though.

 

[Sonnydaze]

I have the bottom three, at this point. The S90V is my Grail Knife. Competition is hard to find.
Sonny