Paramilitary 3

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ridnovir

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I know it is hard to improve perfection but Sal has pulled one out of his sleeve before. Is there any rumors for the next generation paramilitary 3 in the works for 2013?
 
there may be rumors, but it won't be changed substantially for at least 3 years...but I hope it stays like it is
 
Id like to see a bigger blade/ less or no choil but other than that I think its about perfect. I'm not sure exactly what would be improved upon.
 
We're years away from a new Para. It was six between the first and second, and there were a lot of repeated requests about the first (the tang, a four way clip, etc.), whereas I don't think I've seen any consistent requests for PM2 changes.

Spyderco's a company that makes changes when they're warranted, not to reinvigorate sales (as if the PM2 is lacking in sales :p) or simply to come out with a newer model.
 
Not to mention the fact that there are probably dozens of existing knives on the list for a version update before the Para2! :rolleyes:

kreole said:
We're years away from a new Para. It was six between the first and second, and there were a lot of repeated requests about the first (the tang, a four way clip, etc.), whereas I don't think I've seen any consistent requests for PM2 changes.

Spyderco's a company that makes changes when they're warranted, not to reinvigorate sales (as if the PM2 is lacking in sales :p) or simply to come out with a newer model.
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I've been carry Mr. Sal's Para 3 prototype for about 6 months, and its incredible.
 
The military is due for an update. It needs a new lock and less of a scale cut-out.
 
KalEl said:
Id like to see a bigger blade/ less or no choil but other than that I think its about perfect. I'm not sure exactly what would be improved upon.
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i have to disagree, the choil is what i love about the grip of the PM2.
 
I think it's hilarious that there are so many (not only on this forum) calling for a Para 3 while saying they have no idea how anyone could improve on the Para 2. :adoration:

I think it's an over rated knife that is just ok. Kind of a shoulder shrug of a knife. I would change blade steel and shape, handle shape, pocket clip, maybe a mini or XL version.......... it would end up being a completely new style and not a Para anything.
 
Oofa said:
I think it's hilarious that there are so many (not only on this forum) calling for a Para 3 while saying they have no idea how anyone could improve on the Para 2. :adoration:

I think it's an over rated knife that is just ok. Kind of a shoulder shrug of a knife. I would change blade steel and shape, handle shape, pocket clip, maybe a mini or XL version.......... it would end up being a completely new style and not a Para anything.
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one quick question have you ever felt or handled a para 2? the ergos are perfect, blade steel comes in varieties with the sprints, and the pocket clip works great like all the other spyderco knives with that clip.

not trying to come off rude but the knife is the best spyderco knife in production Imo and stands the test of time. I edc one and have never had any issues.
 
I never got the big deal about the choil. I see the point of them on the backlocks, but on a compression or liner lock like the para or military it just seems to make the cutting edge shorter and you're not closing it on your finger like you would with a backlock.
 
kreole said:
Spyderco's a company that makes changes when they're warranted, not to reinvigorate sales (as if the PM2 is lacking in sales :p)
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You've got that right my friend. Just picked up my first Spydie and I love this knife. All the accolades of the Para 2 are valid in my mind. My EDC is a CRK Zaan, but this Para will indeed get some pocket time. The attributes of the Para 2 are undeniable ~ I love this tool.


 
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Oofa said:
I think it's hilarious that there are so many (not only on this forum) calling for a Para 3 while saying they have no idea how anyone could improve on the Para 2. :adoration:

I think it's an over rated knife that is just ok. Kind of a shoulder shrug of a knife. I would change blade steel and shape, handle shape, pocket clip, maybe a mini or XL version.......... it would end up being a completely new style and not a Para anything.
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I think the handle could be improved to make it work better for people with larger hands by reducing the size of the rear handle bump thingy (not sure if there is a proper name for it). Maybe my hands are exactly the wrong size, but if Im not using the choil, my little finger rests right on the upwards sloping part of the rear hump and it tends to push down towards my other fingers when I grip hard. If my hand was a bit bigger or a bit smaller, it wouldnt be a problem. Doesnt really matter to me though. If Im carrying a smaller knife, the sage 1 or caly 3.5 is better than the para2. If Im carrying a bigger one, the gb trumps the para. The para2 is a nice combination of good size, light weight, and a cool lock so its probably right up there in the "if I could only carry one knife" category, but it suffers the same drawback of any jack of all trade tool - there are usually better options available for specific tasks/situations.
 
Justa said:
I think the handle could be improved to make it work better for people with larger hands by reducing the size of the rear handle bump thingy (not sure if there is a proper name for it). Maybe my hands are exactly the wrong size, but if Im not using the choil, my little finger rests right on the upwards sloping part of the rear hump and it tends to push down towards my other fingers when I grip hard. If my hand was a bit bigger or a bit smaller, it wouldnt be a problem. Doesnt really matter to me though. If Im carrying a smaller knife, the sage 1 or caly 3.5 is better than the para2. If Im carrying a bigger one, the gb trumps the para. The para2 is a nice combination of good size, light weight, and a cool lock so its probably right up there in the "if I could only carry one knife" category, but it suffers the same drawback of any jack of all trade tool - there are usually better options available for specific tasks/situations.
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There's a para for people with larger hands, it's called the millie. ;)


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I would love to see para 2 with improved blade length to handle length ratio. ie shorter handle. Also machining tolerances could be improved ie thinner overall knife + more comfortable to carry.
 
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