Manix 2 lightweight vs G10

[Fire Beard]

GPK and KSF have the limited brown G10/M390 in stock. Snagged mine this morning. Now, the wait.

 

[sgt1372]

I have 2 Manix's (Reg & XL) in G10 and have no interest in buying any others.

The only "advantage" of choosing an FRN scaled version IMO is the better tactile retention under different dry/wet conditions. Any weight savings would be neglible. Blade choices are another matter.

I have no need for anything other than VG10 or S30V but other opinions differ and your choice of scale blade material may be determined by your preference for FRN vs G10 scales.

 

[uxo2]

I am a fan of the LW models.
Just wish they would dump the rivets .

KJ Mystic green scales and a DLC s90V blade

 

[Officer's Match]

I am a fan of the LW models.
Just wish they would dump the rivets .

KJ Mystic green scales and a DLC s90V blade

Indeed, especially with carbon steels.

 

[353]

The fact that you can't take down the LW version I would pick the G10.

 

[bdmicarta]

I have both and I like both, but after I've carried the LW version more I like it for its light weight. To me the G10 version feels more like a knife for hard work, but the LW version has proven to be very tough.

 

[bax229]

Dang, I don't have a Manix 2 LW, yet...Why rivets?

 

[Officer's Match]

I REALLY wish they made the LW in screw together construction.

 

[TheLegoJoker]

Having held both, I chose the G10. I’m sure it’s a mental thing but the G10 feels like better quality to me. Not saying I won’t add a LW somewhere down the road but for now I’m happy with my G10.

 

[Jason Paul]

I have both and like both for different reasons.

The G-10 is heavier and feels more substantial, so it feels more hard-use, though the LW is stronger than you'd think. The action on my G-10 version is a bit better than my LW, but they're both good.

As mentioned, the LW is pinned, so you can't take it apart easily.

Personally I like the carry of the LW better. Not so much about the weight, but I like the wire clip, and it's not as pocket-shreddy as the G-10.

In use, I think I like them about the same.

 

[insta9ves]

Anyone got the G10 s30v version recently? Do they still have full liners, or are they now skeletonized like the blurple s110v or all the sprint/exclusive version?

 

[kobold]

I have 2 Manix's (Reg & XL) in G10 and have no interest in buying any others.

The only "advantage" of choosing an FRN scaled version IMO is the better tactile retention under different dry/wet conditions. Any weight savings would be neglible. Blade choices are another matter.

I have no need for anything other than VG10 or S30V but other opinions differ and your choice of scale blade material may be determined by your preference for FRN vs G10 scales.

Hi Sgt, how do you like the XL in use? Is it good for all grips? I like the ergonomics of the non-XL Manix using the forward finger choil grip, but otherwise I wish there is just a bit more space on the handle (L-sized gloves).

 

[HOMER GRIFIN]

The first Manix 2 I bought was G 10. At 5 ounces it doesn’t sound like too much but it was too heavy in my pocket so I bought the BD1 in blue translucent LW and an S30 V LW in black I much prefer them since they are light users. The G 10 is made for heavier jobs than I need

 

[Knives&Lint]

I'd say the Manix is probably my favorite Spyderco. My first was a G-10, I have the CF Cru-Wear, and a handful of LW models. You can't really go wrong going with personal preference, but at the moment, my favorite is the LW (it's FRCP not FRN though right?). There was a time when I had an illogical aversion to plastic knives, but I have since gotten over that, and know I find to perhaps be the ideal material for a utilitarian cutting tool like many Spyderco's are. My overall favorite Manix is the Mystic Green. While I'm at it, I've mentioned this before, but I'm not sure if there's any color LW Manix I could resist in translucent (Please give us something in translucent orange !!!)


Cool, but...

So much Fun!

 

[Mister Coffee]

Knives&Lint As Roberta Flack once said, you're killing me softly, pal. Gorgeous pictures.

 

[bax229]

I'd say the Manix is probably my favorite Spyderco. My first was a G-10, I have the CF Cru-Wear, and a handful of LW models. You can't really go wrong going with personal preference, but at the moment, my favorite is the LW (it's FRCP not FRN though right?). There was a time when I had an illogical aversion to plastic knives, but I have since gotten over that, and know I find to perhaps be the ideal material for a utilitarian cutting tool like many Spyderco's are. My overall favorite Manix is the Mystic Green. While I'm at it, I've mentioned this before, but I'm not sure if there's any color LW Manix I could resist in translucent (Please give us something in translucent orange !!!)


Cool, but...

So much Fun!

Absolutely stunning!

 

[Brummie]

The lightweight is great as a very capable, but light blade for field use, including as a companion to a large fixed blade. But like all right-thinking individuals, I wish it wasn't pinned.

Where weight's not so critical, I'd prefer the regular Manix for the strength and open construction.

Best of all would be a CruCarta (or similar) version of the Manix XL. And in terms of emotional attachment, I'll always be loyal to the original Manix.

 

[Knives&Lint]

Knives&Lint As Roberta Flack once said, you're killing me softly, pal. Gorgeous pictures.

Absolutely stunning!

Many thanks friends! Glad to share!

 

[madbloks]

G10....can customize it more to your needs!

 

[skyhorse]

Lightweight , rugged and plenty of good grip.