PM2 with copper scales and DLC REX45

[DRLyman]

Stop pin snugged too tight would be my guess (mine was too, but PERFECT now).

Thanks. I’ll give that a shot. I just don’t want to ruin those black screws.

 

[Officer's Match]

Thanks. I’ll give that a shot. I just don’t want to ruin those black screws.

T8 on the Stop Pin, T10 on the Pivot (and T6 on the pocketclip).

 

[DRLyman]

T8 on the Stop Pin, T10 on the Pivot (and T6 on the pocketclip).

Thank for the help. I got it working like a PM2 should now. Stop pin was actually loose, so I had to snug that up. It took about 1 1/2 full turns. That didn’t help, so I backed the pivot screw out to what seems like an imperceptible amount, it was barely moved. That did it. It’s perfect now. And no black screw coatings were harmed in the entire process. Thanks again for your help. I went from really disappointed with the knife to it now being one of my top three favorites.

 

[nephron]

I notice that BladeHQ at one time offered a PM2 copper with a satin finish Rex 45 blade.

Don't know if I really like coated blades.

I usually don't, but this is an exception.

 

[Officer's Match]

I usually don't, but this is an exception.

Truthfully I second guessed myself after pulling the trigger and had tentatively decided it would be a catch-n-release, but I think it is a keeper. I actually like the heft.

 

[nephron]

Pictures don't do it justice, gorgeous!. I didn't equate the weight from the specs until I held it, very heavy! And I love it, kind of the antithesis of titanium. It will probably be worth a fortune in the future when the copper runs out. Kinda fun to compare it to the other handle materials on my other Spydie's. No need for a glass breaker on this thing.

 

[Skar]

I already see a patina developing, no regrets on this one.

 

[Deereman7]

Maybe I'm the odd guy out. I'm just not liking the weight + how smooth it is. It's definitely beautiful and will get better with age.
Thinking it maybe trading material. Or just get different scales. Should have got the 390 or 110 para 2 to work with. I like my knives like guns. Gritty grips

 

[BITEME]

$224 I think not

 

[Officer's Match]

Maybe I'm the odd guy out. I'm just not liking the weight + how smooth it is. It's definitely beautiful and will get better with age.
Thinking it maybe trading material. Or just get different scales. Should have got the 390 or 110 para 2 to work with. I like my knives like guns. Gritty grips

That would mean liners too.

 

[nephron]

Just think if they hadn't done this lol.
Definitely not for everyone, but far from my weirdest one.

 

[Kostik]

Hmm. It doesn't look right to me. I associate PM2s with G10. If I want a heavy folder with lots of metal and patina I'd probably go for a Buck 110/112. I like the Blurple S110V -- actually thinking about a PM3 with that. But glad you cuprophiles are happy with it; I'm sure it will remain in demand.

 

[DA170]

Maybe I'm the odd guy out. I'm just not liking the weight + how smooth it is. It's definitely beautiful and will get better with age.
Thinking it maybe trading material. Or just get different scales. Should have got the 390 or 110 para 2 to work with. I like my knives like guns. Gritty grips

I don't mind heavy folders and carry them regularly! That being said, This knife feels odd compared to stock Paramilitary 2. After using a standard PM2 for so long , The heft of the handle with the light blade doesn't jive personally. Probably swap the DLC Rex 45 blade into another model and sell the scales , Or trade it on the exchange for something else.

 

[Officer's Match]

I actually wish I had a Rivers Edge exclusive PM2 to blade trade - I'd like to see that blade paired with the copper.

 

[azmtbfix]

I was almost having a little tinge of buyer's remorse between the moment I ordered and when it arrived yesterday, but that was quickly diminished the second I opened the box. Far and away the heftiest PM2 I have (only have 3 others, and all g10 scales) but it feels great. Of course I've also carried a Leatherman MUT as an EDC in the past, so this is still kinda svelte compared to that.

I won't even bother adding photos since as others have stated, they don't do it justice. Maybe when I have some time to bust out the R5 and try to get some high quality pics.

First foray into REX45, but from everything I've read its like a slightly better M4, and I LOVE my M4 PM2.

 

[353]

I actually wish I had a Rivers Edge exclusive PM2 to blade trade - I'd like to see that blade paired with the copper.

Yeah, that would match up pretty well, in theory at least.

I think we will see one soon enough..

 

[Officer's Match]

This is one of those Spydercos that, years down the line, I will kick myself for not ordering.

I imagine the patina will be very interesting as it get carried and used.

It is starting...

 

[Officer's Match]

Just think if they hadn't done this lol.
Definitely not for everyone, but far from my weirdest one.

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[Skar]

I'm really enjoying this knife.
However... the Detent is to strong for my liking.
Feels as though the blade is sticking when I want to open it.

I've tried loosening the pivot, little bit oil.
I really don't want to disassemble it.

 

[Realysm42]

I just purchased one today.

Last time I checked, BHQ didn't ship to Australia and I don't ever watch for exclusive releases - so imagine my surprise when I saw this!

One question: this being a linerless lock design - is the blade itself compatible with normal pm2 scales and liners?

What I want to do is get aftermarket scales for it (REX45) and donate an s30v, with the copper scales to my brother.