Next knife! Spyderco?

Before i bought the ZT560 i looked at a sebenza model... but i thought at the time that was kinda crossing the limit on collectible and a utility for the user.
 
I would HIGHLY recommend the para 2. I found a new one in stock at my local dealer and picked one up today (I'll post pics later).. Great freakin' knife! Not to big (somewhere around a BM 710), and it has a thin profile compared to some other companies/designs out there.. I'd start with a para 2 :)
 
P_Meticulous said:
I would HIGHLY recommend the para 2. I found a new one in stock at my local dealer and picked one up today (I'll post pics later).. Great freakin' knife! Not to big (somewhere around a BM 710), and it has a thin profile compared to some other companies/designs out there.. I'd start with a para 2 :)
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Dkenz, If you don't mind the 3.4" blade length on the Para2 then I think you should go for it.
 
A Persistence or Ambitious might fit the bill for being less than 3". The series is a good introductory into Spyderco, below 40$ and the 8Cr steel done by Spyderco is much better than China branded knives (Sanrenmu, Enlan).

Spyderco is designed from the edge up, meaning t's for cutting (Sal's description in one of the video).

If you're looking at Spyderco, dive into the subforum, lots if comparison pictures and models being discussed. They also have their own forum under spyderco.com.
 
Hey dkenz...you mentioned that your collection consists mostly of cool "fantasy" knives which aren't real users. Based on that, I'd recommend you branch out and try a spyderco. Spydercos are designed with NOTHING but use in mind. Once you see how well they perform you will fall in love with them. I have the para2 and its a great knife. Check out the Gayle Bradley too. That's my next purchase. Also, check out the Dragonfly 2...best "little big knife" I know of. Everything in the salt line rocks too!
 
I'm in the Para2 camp (get the compression lock, you will likely love it).

Also the manix FRN FFG is awesome if you want a lighter knife, or prefer FRN.

If you like the "built like a tank" philosophy, ZT is a good pick.
 
co556guy said:
I'm in the Para2 camp (get the compression lock, you will likely love it).

Also the manix FRN FFG is awesome if you want a lighter knife, or prefer FRN.

If you like the "built like a tank" philosophy, ZT is a good pick.
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I own both the paramilitary 2 and the manix 2 LW. I got the manix first because it looked like it had better ergos. I found that the pm2 fits me a lot better though. Its all subjective in the end. The paramilitary is probably a good place to start with spyderco.
 
I would suggest the Sage 2. Other than the southard flipper, which is bigger than you want, it's my favorite spyderco. Check out the techno as well.

For me, the para2 is too much handle for the blade and I prefer framelocks and love titanium. Definitely a good knife though.
 
The Para 2 is a must own. Please remember that it is ergonomically designed for many grips for multiple hand sizes, for ease of sharpening, and for hard use while retaining slicing ability. It is also lightweight, disappears in the pocket, and deploys extremely fast. The compression lock makes it very easy to close one handed even if you have gloves on. I've worked mine hard for probably a year now. I've bought ZT's and other Spydercos, Benchmades as well. Nothing has kicked it out of my pocket. I love how it is designed so that when you have what I think it called a saber grip, the blade literally follows the line of your thumb as it is pressed against the jimping. It's like an extension of your hand.

In short, start with the Paramilitary 2, and you will be happy. Trust me.
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pm2 is good, but seems redundant in the size department. I'd look at any of Spyderco's 3" range of knives.

Native 5. g10, lockback, s30v steel, small package with surprisingly good ergos.
Sage series. different handle choices, similar size and ergos to the native.
Caly 3. different handle and blade steel choices, similar size and ergos to the previous two knives.

Delica 4. the frn handles might feel "plasticky", but are a great choice to save weight and they really are tough. different ergonomics to the previous knives as this one lacks the 50/50 choil.
 
P_Meticulous said:
Don't forget to check your local hole in the wall dealers ;)
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Local knife and gun stores especially with little or no online presence are a great source for knives. Sometimes their stock sits there for years and they don't know what gems they have.
 
Another great little Spyderco is the Chaparral with a 2.8" blade. My CF one (C152CF) has CPM S30V steel blade with CF/G10 laminated handles weighing in at 2.5 ounces and the TI one (C152TI) has CTS-XHP steel blade with titanium handles weighing in at 2.7 ounces.

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RamZar said:
Local knife and gun stores especially with little or no online presence are a great source for knives. Sometimes their stock sits there for years and they don't know what gems they have.
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Exactly ;)

All three of the major dealer sites I use were sold out, my trusty neighborhood camping store had 4 para II's in stock, pretty nifty :)
 
The Spyderco PM2 is well-worth considering; it's the most ergonomic folder I've ever held and seems just about perfect as an EDC.
 
if i were you.....the spyderco para 2 would be my first pick....it is the best of the spydercos in that size, and all around usefulness imho.

if the only issue with the 0560 is the size.....wait for the smaller sized version....the 0566 when it comes out. it's got a 3.25" blade size and the para is closer to 3.4". good luck on the hunt that's the fun part......
 
If you want non-threatening knife and like Caly3, go for the cream of the crop: Damascus Caly3. I do not have a pictures, but here is the search
https://www.google.com/search?q=Spy...Q&biw=1112&bih=634&sei=614JUs3AJ-XXygGCz4GwDA

Another great Spyderco choice will be Native5. You kind of missed the Forum knife, still can find it on the secondary market, or get Titanium Fluted. Even regular Native5 can give some interesting options. This is mine with scales form Cuscadi



or get Kopa. It is small. The blade only 2.5", but ergos are fantastic. There are 16 different scales.


Also, one of my all time favorites - Persian



it is bigger than others, but smaller size was made as well.
 
I will tell you from personal experience, tons of it, that Spyderco knives are WELL worth the money. For a production knife, you always get your money's worth from Spyderco. While there are are certainly many great companies out there, Spyderco is one of the best. From their entry level offerings to their really high end offerings, they are one of the best. While I don't like every offering from every company, Spyderco has some great knives. My personal favorites are the Para Military 2, or the Manix, there are certainly other offerings that may fit your personal needs better. Do not be afraid of the spider, they are super solid. Not to mention the OWNER no less posts on the Spyderco sub- forum. That speaks volumes.
 
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