Spyderco PM2 Tanto?

[AF]

I was interested until I saw the priceEspecially with that blade steel.
S30v is a good Steel but not at a premium steel price even if it is a Tanto. They should of left it stone washed to make cost less. Folks will be buying this one though unfortunately so can’t blame BHQ for rolling with it.
I’m out on this one

I'll admit that the skeptic in me thought that maybe the DLC version is a slower seller so they would sell that one first when demand is strongest. Probably not planned that way but it crossed my mind.

 

[TheFactor]

I'll admit that the skeptic in me thought that maybe the DLC version is a slower seller so they would sell that one first when demand is strongest. Probably not planned that way but it crossed my mind.

Highly possible and the DLC also makes the tanto look much more subtle. I think the stone washed would really make the Tanto pop and you’ll see the lines of the blade much more.

 

[Jlindauer]

When you think of it the extra $28 makes sense for a more intensive grind. A plain black dlc pm2 is $165 and a black dlc tanto is $193. Not too big of a jump for multiple different grinds when you look at how simple a full flat grind is. Not sure if there is more spoilage/blemished blades when doing multiple grinds.

 

[TheFactor]

But nipping at the 200.00 dollar mark should start putting you into a different blade steel class. Also Most knife makers don’t charge more for a tanto blade and Other then looks I can’t see why dlc would be needed on S30v.

 

[SubMicron]

But nipping at the 200.00 dollar mark should start putting you into a different blade steel class. Also Most knife makers don’t charge more for a tanto blade and Other then looks I can’t see why dlc would be needed on S30v.

While S30V is technically "stainless" it will rust relatively easily compared to some other stainless steels.

DLC is misunderstood. It does not directly prevent rust and it does not directly prevent corrosion. It will however soak up and hold a corrosion inhibitor, such as oil, on the blade thereby preventing rust and corrosion, especially around the pivot area.

For those who plan to utilize this for a tactical role, having a black blade has some advantages.

For those who will use this outdoors, on a farm, a shop environment, etc, having the DLC there to hold oil is advantageous.

From what I understand, DLC bonds to stainless steels better than non-stainless tool steels.

From my perspective, the DLC seems to be well thought out.

 

[marthinus]

DLC is misunderstood. It does not directly prevent rust and it does not directly prevent corrosion. It will however soak up and hold a corrosion inhibitor, such as oil, on the blade thereby preventing rust and corrosion, especially around the pivot area.

According to this article there is an improvement in corrosion resistance in the use of DLC in desalination plant when applied to 316 stainless:

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0011916416317167

 

[TheFactor]

While S30V is technically "stainless" it will rust relatively easily compared to some other stainless steels.

DLC is misunderstood. It does not directly prevent rust and it does not directly prevent corrosion. It will however soak up and hold a corrosion inhibitor, such as oil, on the blade thereby preventing rust and corrosion, especially around the pivot area.

For those who plan to utilize this for a tactical role, having a black blade has some advantages.

For those who will use this outdoors, on a farm, a shop environment, etc, having the DLC there to hold oil is advantageous.

From what I understand, DLC bonds to stainless steels better than non-stainless tool steels.

From my perspective, the DLC seems to be well thought out.

No matter how you slice it a dlc Coated Blade will protect it better then a non treated blade.
I’ve never had S30v rust but I imagine it depends on well you take care of it.
I agree it was well thought out except for the just under 200 dollar price point for S30v.