Not necessarily specifically related to the Para Military 2 even though it is covered in the video but it all boils down to personal preference.[video=youtube;447-4OC9O5o]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=447-4OC9O5o&t=605s[/video]
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The Para 2, why?
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Not necessarily specifically related to the Para Military 2 even though it is covered in the video but it all boils down to personal preference.[video=youtube;447-4OC9O5o]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=447-4OC9O5o&t=605s[/video]
The name left most of us flabbergasted, I think. It's not an iteration of the Paramilitary, so it's not a Paramilitary 3, it's just a "Para 3" for some arbitrary reason.
Spyderco had previously told us that it would be called the Minuteman. Since, as rayray98 points out, it's actually a completely different knife (and one I'm thus far not compelled to buy), that would have made a lot more sense.
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I did my calculations using the measurements provided by the retailer I bought mine from. Using those measurements, they both have a blade to handle ratio of 70%.
I own both, I'm not going to bother measuring them, because the difference of a hundredth of an inch is inconsequential either way if your point is that the PM2 is better than the PM3 because of the blade to handle ratio.
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You are not alone, I did the same thing, only went through 4 of them! Not sure if I will buy another though...Kizer Gemeni has kept me pretty content
The para2 handle accommodates many different hand sizes comfortably so I doubt that will be an issue. I find while lightweight, they sit a bit large in pocket. I contoured the edges on both of mine, (all black s30v, and Cruwear) and it makes a huge difference in pocket and a small but noticeable difference in hand. As long as you're not prying with it, the knife will stand up to pretty much whatever you throw at it. Another great thing about them is the variety of steels you can choose from. If it's still too plain for your tastes, there are a number of aftermarket scales, standoffs, backspacers and clips to change it up.
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The para 2 is the only Spyderco I have in my collection, I really like it, like everyone has said, its just build great
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I have a couple PM2's. And while I have no real complaints about them , they just never really wowed me. I do find the compression lock to be pretty cool. But I'd take a Yo2 or Ti Military any day over the PM2. Again , no knocks on the PM2. It's just not a favorite of mine. As production knives go , I like Spyderco and I'm happy to see them have a super popular knife in the PM2.
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I like thin slicers, so PM2 with the thick blade stock is not really my cup of tea. I just bought it as an iconic figure.
With that said, I do like PM2. Especially, its construction giving the smooth action, the compression lock, which is just ingenious, and the modified Wharmcliffe blade. Before Spydiechef, it was the knife I would choose, if I have to have only one knife.
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With that said, I do like PM2. Especially, its construction giving the smooth action, the compression lock, which is just ingenious, and the modified Wharmcliffe blade. Before Spydiechef, it was the knife I would choose, if I have to have only one knife.
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I have one PM2 but have never really carried it much simply because of the handle to cutting edge ratio is not very good. Compared to my CRK Insingo the handle is similar in length but the PM2 cutting edge is about 1/2" shorter. That added with the blade play that can't seem to be fixed makes for a knife that I typically don't pick when I'm grabbing my EDC for the day.
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Someone sell me an xhp and I'll be a happy camper
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10 reasons why the Para 2...
The most buyers remorse I have experienced was when I received my first PM2. After countless hours reading reviews (and opinions) and studying every aspect/pros/cons, etc. I bought one. It arrived, I was underwhelmed and utterly disappointed. What the hell was all the hype about? What is this thing? Needless to say it was listed for sale within a week. About a year later I bought another one, except I knew what I was getting (PM2 is nearly a mythical creature). I started carrying it to work, five days a week and that is when I started "drinking the Kool-aid" so to speak.
Year round in all seasons, all conditions, temperature extremes, good days, bad days, field days and even the dreaded office days it just works (for me). Your experience may be different, but as others have mentioned, it is one to own and use at least once. Find a used one on the exchange, if you don't like it, sell or trade it for something else.
If you happen to grab a C81CFP2, S90V PM2 and you don't like it, just send me a message. [emoji6]
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The most buyers remorse I have experienced was when I received my first PM2. After countless hours reading reviews (and opinions) and studying every aspect/pros/cons, etc. I bought one. It arrived, I was underwhelmed and utterly disappointed. What the hell was all the hype about? What is this thing? Needless to say it was listed for sale within a week. About a year later I bought another one, except I knew what I was getting (PM2 is nearly a mythical creature). I started carrying it to work, five days a week and that is when I started "drinking the Kool-aid" so to speak.
Year round in all seasons, all conditions, temperature extremes, good days, bad days, field days and even the dreaded office days it just works (for me). Your experience may be different, but as others have mentioned, it is one to own and use at least once. Find a used one on the exchange, if you don't like it, sell or trade it for something else.
If you happen to grab a C81CFP2, S90V PM2 and you don't like it, just send me a message. [emoji6]
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I have one collection dust, ever since I found ZT and Benchmade I've grown apart from Spyderco in general, they are awesome thought just not my bag
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The Paramilitary 2 is my favorite folder. It does so many things well that it's difficult to describe in an abbreviated way but I'll give it a shot. I find the ergonomics to be spectacular for my hand. It opens and closes easily with one hand. I like a 3.5" full flat grind blade for EDC purposes. I like the texture of the G10 on most of my PM2s. I like how thin it carries for its size. The steel choices to this point are dizzying. Decent aftermarket support (still looking for screws if anyone has a lead).
If you've got your eye on one then the best thing you can do is give one a shot for a couple weeks. If you decide it's not for you then you can always sell or trade it. They hold their value relatively well.
If you've got your eye on one then the best thing you can do is give one a shot for a couple weeks. If you decide it's not for you then you can always sell or trade it. They hold their value relatively well.
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It took me a long time to like the para 2 compression lock warm up to it. But when I did WOW! Awesome knife... and I love the compression lock!
That was several years ago and when traveling the pare 2 size and lightweight make it the most practical value for the money out of any other knife (also not a big loss in case the knife gets lost or is confiscated because other knives I have are way more expensive).
Now I can't wait for the Caribbean Salt coming out that has the compression lock. AT least it has some similarity to the Para 2.
That was several years ago and when traveling the pare 2 size and lightweight make it the most practical value for the money out of any other knife (also not a big loss in case the knife gets lost or is confiscated because other knives I have are way more expensive).
Now I can't wait for the Caribbean Salt coming out that has the compression lock. AT least it has some similarity to the Para 2.
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IMO a couple weeks is not long enough to give it a chance. Took me much longer to warm up to it. I didn't like it for a couple months and then the darn thing changed my mind.
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True, I guess it depends on how much one uses their knife and for what tasks. A knife is such a personal thing that you really have to just pick one up and give it some pocket time.