Bonus thumbs up for numerous helpful tips: 1) *Sharp Dressed Knife lanyard removal tool!!* (worked great) 2) Lighter trick to cook Loctite for easier release. 3) dual driver usage. I just spent 1.5 hours wrestling a particularly gnarly lanyard tube out of a PM2 without bending my liners. It was a heavily flared tube, from factory assembly (I wish Spyderco simply didn't flare the lanyard tube, seems un-necessary). Re-assembly easier after filing down the tube flares. Cheers to OP.
I find, when putting this knife back together, that screwing everything in to the D-pivot-side of the frame/scale first, then the blade and other washer, then the other frame scale makes the process much easier. It keeps almost everything together.
I had a similar experience the first time I took my Yojimbo apart. Ended up wrapping the spacer with one of those thick purple rubber bands you get on produce and squeezing my pliers with all my might. I recommend the Wiha stubby bit driver, it's got a thick handle for torque but it's a lot easier to control than a regular length screwdriver when you're applying a lot of pressure and maybe holding the other side with another tool.
I find that a piece of a rubber washing up glove used with the pliers usually gets the `stand off‘s‘ off every time when breaking down a new pm2 (scales swap), just a thought 👍😄 loving the vid Jake 😎
Cool video! I definitely love the flytanium stuff. Big copper guy. One thing I noticed. The lanyard tube was SO easy to get in and out, it seemed on this video. I died with it on my copper scales. Cool build though.
I just got my pm 2 back together. New scales back spacer upgraded hardware. The last two screws are stuck in the barrel spacer furthest from the blade. Both are just spinning. I’m dreading taking it back apart as the torx screws are starting to strip. I could cry out of frustration. They are new spacers and screws too. I don’t get why they are sticking so bad. Anyone have any advice? Please. Edit: I AM THE CHAMPION!!!! NO LITTLE SCREW CAN STOP ME!!!! I got it together finally.
Flytanium 3D-contoured Micarta scales are definitely more comfortable to use and carry (much smoother on pocket) than the flat, standard G10 scales. Two sets installed, one more on order. The linen and canvas are finished to a lightly blasted but very nicely smooth finish. Canvas visually looks like it would be rougher, but they are quite smooth.
I put some expensive aluminum scales and a PM2 and it just felt weird, and kind of funky. Don’t know just didn’t seem the same carbon fiber is good though. And of course OD g-10
Did you see Outpost 76's review of these scales? He was not very kind to them for several reasons. I'd love to hear whether or not you agree with his criticisms.
I'd like to see an update on the centering and see if you were able to get that resolved. I received a set of these scales and the centering was bad and nothing I did would correct it. To Flytaniums credit they responded quickly, had me make some adjustments (same adjustments I had already made.) and again no change. So they sent me a replacement set. Centering is better but still not perfect. I'll try to adjust more when I have the time, for now I'm just going with it because I like the scales so much!
i just got a pair in and im in your exact spot. its what led me to this video. searching for different ways to center it and i cannot do it. im thinking it just has to be something with the scales
keep in mind too much loctite will result in a similar action, as will the oil not having been worked in enough via repeated openings. OP probably knows this but not everybody watching will
So what’s the updated opinion on these after carrying them for a while? Did the bottom edge feel too thin? Does it feel better than stock PM2? Better than Para 3?
I find the original G10 scales to be a bit blocky and rough for EDC (but they are very grippy). So to me, the Flytanium linen micarta are much nicer in every way, and personally I don't find them to be too thin on bottom of grip. So I'm putting 3 sets of Flytanium micarta on PM2's, as I like the look, feel, and 3D contours of Flytanium linen micarta scales. At the limits of hard use, the G10 and blockier grips are going to offer a better grip. But I've got full sized Military's and Shaman (and many other blades) for heavier use.
Try an Axis Lock knife reassembly before you call the PM2 the worst... I nearly threw away an Axis Lock styled SOG knife it was so exasperating to reassemble (need at least 3 hands). I've done 4 PM2's and they aren't bad after the first one.
I hate these blue loctite on the spacers... Its a pain in ass... I always use locking pliers... Sime of the spacers screws with a lot... I mean too much blue loctite... Thats bad Spyder... Putting over too much threadloker blue... Just use the purple please spiderco...
Can you please link me to that lanyard tube popper? I need that in my life so bad. I’ve ruined a lanyard tube before and I’ve gotten a few out without damage but not before ten or fifteen minutes of strenuous effort lol. I regularly swap scales and generally like to customize my pm2’s and p3’s.
lol "it's smoking a little bit." what, the metal hardware (or the plastic the flame has been touching for twenty seconds)? seems like an awful idea to just such an unfocused heat source. even a butane lighter would be preferable , I would think.
Bonus thumbs up for numerous helpful tips: 1) *Sharp Dressed Knife lanyard removal tool!!* (worked great) 2) Lighter trick to cook Loctite for easier release. 3) dual driver usage. I just spent 1.5 hours wrestling a particularly gnarly lanyard tube out of a PM2 without bending my liners. It was a heavily flared tube, from factory assembly (I wish Spyderco simply didn't flare the lanyard tube, seems un-necessary). Re-assembly easier after filing down the tube flares. Cheers to OP.
I find, when putting this knife back together, that screwing everything in to the D-pivot-side of the frame/scale first, then the blade and other washer, then the other frame scale makes the process much easier. It keeps almost everything together.
I’ve seen a bunch of videos about PM2 disassembly, but this is the first where someone managed to remove the spacers. Thanks
Old piece of bicycle inner tube works great for holding stuff
Don’t forget a tiny dab of thread lock on your pivot screws when you chase that centering and action.
and stop pin
I had a similar experience the first time I took my Yojimbo apart. Ended up wrapping the spacer with one of those thick purple rubber bands you get on produce and squeezing my pliers with all my might. I recommend the Wiha stubby bit driver, it's got a thick handle for torque but it's a lot easier to control than a regular length screwdriver when you're applying a lot of pressure and maybe holding the other side with another tool.
I find that a piece of a rubber washing up glove used with the pliers usually gets the `stand off‘s‘ off every time when breaking down a new pm2 (scales swap), just a thought 👍😄 loving the vid Jake 😎
Cool video! I definitely love the flytanium stuff. Big copper guy. One thing I noticed. The lanyard tube was SO easy to get in and out, it seemed on this video. I died with it on my copper scales. Cool build though.
Just got mine today. Love them so far. Put black everything hardware on it too. Looks tough yet classy
I just got my pm 2 back together. New scales back spacer upgraded hardware. The last two screws are stuck in the barrel spacer furthest from the blade. Both are just spinning. I’m dreading taking it back apart as the torx screws are starting to strip. I could cry out of frustration. They are new spacers and screws too. I don’t get why they are sticking so bad. Anyone have any advice? Please.
Edit: I AM THE CHAMPION!!!! NO LITTLE SCREW CAN STOP ME!!!! I got it together finally.
Flytanium 3D-contoured Micarta scales are definitely more comfortable to use and carry (much smoother on pocket) than the flat, standard G10 scales. Two sets installed, one more on order. The linen and canvas are finished to a lightly blasted but very nicely smooth finish. Canvas visually looks like it would be rougher, but they are quite smooth.
Excellent upgrade! But you really need to study Kevin's technique for disassembly not nearly enough bad language and putting stuff together wrong 🤣🤣🤣
I just did mine ,the same way..came out good
Another great video, thanks Jake!
I ordered the exact same scales. They arrive monday.
Soak the stubborn hardware in hot water to break loose the thread locker 😉(non-marring pliers from Amazon work great too)👍🏻Great video….subscribed ❤️
There are many good how-to vids on RUclips,,,,,,
I put some expensive aluminum scales and a PM2 and it just felt weird, and kind of funky. Don’t know just didn’t seem the same carbon fiber is good though. And of course OD g-10
You have Bearded Gear Bics too!!! Where's mine? I smoke like crazy.
Haha they’re just for fun 😂
Did you see Outpost 76's review of these scales? He was not very kind to them for several reasons. I'd love to hear whether or not you agree with his criticisms.
I'd like to see an update on the centering and see if you were able to get that resolved. I received a set of these scales and the centering was bad and nothing I did would correct it. To Flytaniums credit they responded quickly, had me make some adjustments (same adjustments I had already made.) and again no change. So they sent me a replacement set. Centering is better but still not perfect. I'll try to adjust more when I have the time, for now I'm just going with it because I like the scales so much!
i just got a pair in and im in your exact spot. its what led me to this video. searching for different ways to center it and i cannot do it. im thinking it just has to be something with the scales
Nice scales.
Beautiful knife.
Really considering these for my maxamet pm2
That gray g-10 is awesome though!
@@avmesropov yaaaaa but its kinda slick and not super grippy like the black g10
What was that tool you used to remove the lanyard tube, please?
OMG can't wait for my BB driver
You’re gonna love it 👌🏻
I’ve been looking for one of these for awhile. It seems he does not sell them anymore.
Where can I get those tan scales for my pm2
Those are nice 👌
keep in mind too much loctite will result in a similar action, as will the oil not having been worked in enough via repeated openings. OP probably knows this but not everybody watching will
Best price on micarta scales ever, maybe?
any follow up on how you like the micarta scales?
I was just asking about these in the Millie group and this popped up. Do you think the lynch clips will fit ok on them?
Should be fine, this MXG clip works great.
So what’s the updated opinion on these after carrying them for a while? Did the bottom edge feel too thin? Does it feel better than stock PM2? Better than Para 3?
I’ll do a follow up video soon, I’m really liking them!
I find the original G10 scales to be a bit blocky and rough for EDC (but they are very grippy). So to me, the Flytanium linen micarta are much nicer in every way, and personally I don't find them to be too thin on bottom of grip. So I'm putting 3 sets of Flytanium micarta on PM2's, as I like the look, feel, and 3D contours of Flytanium linen micarta scales. At the limits of hard use, the G10 and blockier grips are going to offer a better grip. But I've got full sized Military's and Shaman (and many other blades) for heavier use.
yo slide that bearded gear lighter jake
Is the ergos significantly better with the flytanium scales?
The PM2 is the worst knife to take apart. I was sharing your pain. Turned out nice.
Try an Axis Lock knife reassembly before you call the PM2 the worst... I nearly threw away an Axis Lock styled SOG knife it was so exasperating to reassemble (need at least 3 hands). I've done 4 PM2's and they aren't bad after the first one.
wheres mat from????
Renegade EDC 👍🏻
@@beardedgear 👌👌
I hate these blue loctite on the spacers... Its a pain in ass... I always use locking pliers... Sime of the spacers screws with a lot... I mean too much blue loctite... Thats bad Spyder... Putting over too much threadloker blue... Just use the purple please spiderco...
Can you please link me to that lanyard tube popper? I need that in my life so bad. I’ve ruined a lanyard tube before and I’ve gotten a few out without damage but not before ten or fifteen minutes of strenuous effort lol. I regularly swap scales and generally like to customize my pm2’s and p3’s.
I’m also in the Millie group, you’re the 3rd one I’ve met/seen elsewhere. I’m sure I’ll find more in many places in the knife world. Pretty new.
@@neomrelyt did you ever get the tube popper ?
@@jesse0M unfortunately I did not.
lol "it's smoking a little bit."
what, the metal hardware (or the plastic the flame has been touching for twenty seconds)? seems like an awful idea to just such an unfocused heat source. even a butane lighter would be preferable , I would think.
The loctite was smoking. It will be just fine. The plastic resin in the scales didn't get anywhere near hot enough to start smoking.
@@littlejackalo5326 im sure you are correct, but doesn't plastic always smoke/melt basically as soon as it is exposed to direct flame? am I nuts?
Try a hair dryer.
Anyone have an extra t6 bit they wanna donate mines fuckkkked lmaoo
@@lionknives3 your good bro it was just a joke lmao
@@lionknives3 just throw it out your window I’ll be by around 7 to pick it up okay?
@@lionknives3 just drop your addy and your credit card info and I'll be there in a jiffy:)
@@cjgarcia9476 you are cute. See you soon