Ontario Rat 3 with a "2" on it?

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I found a really good deal on an Ontario Rat 3 near me, but it has a "2" on the handle, which I've never heard of. Granted, I don't know much about them, but I've always wanted to try one out. Anyone have any information on this?
 
I believe that indicates that the knife is a factory second.
 
which means it did not meet factory standards, it has some kind of defect. i dont know what the 2 means but thats what a factory second is.
 
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Most of the time a factory 2nd is only cosmetic defect, not affecting performance. There might be a factory blemish in the coating or the grind might be slightly off. Ask Ask many questions. If however it says the heat treatment is off, then I would stay away from it. A knife can be great looking but be worthless if the heat treat is off. Where did you find these? Internet or local store?
 
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Found them on Craigslist. Each of them are $30, but the Spyderco is sold, so I was only interested in the Rat. He said it's just a cosmetic issue, but I think I'll save my money for Blade.
 
I have 2 seconds of other brands. Both are fine I am not even sure why they are seconds. Check it out for $30 I would get it. I have a Rat 3 it's a fine knife.
 
For 30 bucks, I'd jump on that deal - cosmetic defect or not. The Lawman, too. 60$ for both of those knives is one hell of a nice price.
 
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