The Paramilitary 2 is simply a benchmark knife . . . it is used by independent reviewers and retailers for comparative purposes to virtually ever other folding knife on the market.
It certainly is hard to top the old PM2. It amazes me how they manage to get those compression locks perfect ever single time. I've never seen any Paramilitary not lock up rock solid and close and open smooth as butter. My all time favorite, but I wish they didn't cost what they do now.
Obviously Spyderco executives will view this video. So considering the thumbnail I am taking this as another opportunity to say to them reissue the “Slysz Bowie”. And while you’re at it issue a mini version. Thanks MC👍🏻
I carried the Para 3 exclusively for over three years and never felt like I needed to replace it. Only my knifelust caused me to switch up my EDC a little.
Spyderco is kind of like Glock. Ugly, not for everyone, they all kind of look the same, there hasn't been much innovation, but they're ubiquitous, durable, reliable, and all-around good tools. That being said, I'm a huge fan of Glock, but not into Spyderco knives.
Yep, my top 5 is exactly what you mentioned here. I need a Bowie, but I will never buy one for those inflated prices on eBay. Thought about it many times, but there are so many great or even better knives I could buy for those absurdly dumb secondary prices. Let’s go Spyderco! Reissue. Reissue. Reissue. It’s time to kick the ball back to your consumer base.
Me-too Scott h. I love my manix 2. Bohler M390 brown g10 scales, black DLC blade. I think I'm gonna get another one. Not sure if I'm gonna go for the cru-wear or the m4.
I really enjoy my PM2 Tanto!! It has all the benefits of a regular pm2 with the durability and strength of a tanto blade!! I also enjoy my para 3 lightweight, perfect edc knife in my opinion!
Tenacious is actually really good too, i keep grabbing for that one often… looks good and works well if you tune it up after you get it from factory. Usually the pivot is a little tight.. unscrew, oil, loctite back after adjustment. 👍🏻
I pretty much sleep with my spydiechef most nights so i disagree, but fair, your point is extremely valid. In fact; i think your spirited disappointment in the chef as something that doesn't fit your desires actually stokes the flames of my argument that it is a knife with a specific vision, and if you're not on board with that vision, that is A-OK. Rather have something with a statement to make rather than a product that has nothing to say at all, right?
Spyderco alcyone. Love the unique g10 and it fits perfectly in my hand. I prefer liner locks over back locks too just because its easier to disengage. Also really like bd1 and prefer it over the vg10 on the delica. It doesnt stand up the 100+ spydercos ofc but its so underrated
I LOVE my spyderco’s. Only started collecting knives 3 months ago and I’ve got a Sage 5 (my first knife 😍) and a Manix 2! I loved the way they looked from the moment I saw them. To me they look natural and organic, like leaves. They look like they’re grown instead of created. They’re beautiful. And they fit in the hand so good. Love them ❤️ The compression lock took some time to get used to, my index finger hated me for a week or so. But now it’s the most natural I own, although I do love the bearing lock as well. Next on my list is the Smock (with aftermarket scales).
I really love the Tenacious, I’m excited for the S35VN version. My absolute favorite Spyderco didn’t make it on the list though...Native 5. I really dig that knife!
I feel the same way, you do, about the appearance of most Spyderco Folders. But, like you said, they work very well as EDC Folders. In my opinion, Spyderco, like Demko Folders, are all about function and performance. My personal favorite Spyderco, that I've tried, is the Spyderco Manix 2 XL; it's one of my all-time favorite Folders. Very good Video, Bro. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
For years the PM2 was my favorite Spyderco, even over their top titanium framelocks. I’ve owned Spyderco knives since 93. As of today I’d say the Native 5.
I had to get one of these as well, they are great slicers. Mine is a semi serrated stonewashed blade with olive drab handles, so way cheaper than yours, but a good looking, compact, built-for-edc knife.
Love your lists. I carry some of these and love them. I have a Kapara which is illegal to carry where I live. It is beautiful and I take it out to admire it every so often. Also, the Spydiechef should be in your bar for slicing limes! Then you might like it better.
Love my manix-2s. Superb tactical knives that are equally competent as a heavy duty work knife and EDC. I have S30V, S110V and M4 models and love them all. Also love my Gayle Bradley 1. The ergonomics seem a little odd until you start carving a piece of wood and then every curve, every bulge and every angle becomes an integral part of one hell of a wood processing machine. And the hollow ground M4 blade gets nice and thin behind the edge. What's not to love? The same could be said for the Nilakka. Such an elegant, graceful yet simple and minimalistic knife. It's stunningly beautiful and works extremely well as a bushcrafting knife and an EDC. Plus it just looks and feels....special. And the Schemp TUFF is another classic that doesn't get enough love. It's goofy, quirky and odd and I love it for that. The thing will hack and chop through an oak tree if need be and the 3V blade steel is just awesome! I thought it was the ugliest thing I'd ever seen when it first came out but it grew on me and I'm glad it did. It EDCs quite well and it always gets alot of attention anytime I pull it out. Everyone wants the thing! Nope. I'll be keeping it!
I have a Yojimbo. It is an excellent & very expensive razor knife, that looks ks dangerous & is best suited for breaking down cardboard boxes & not much else. Anything tougher will chip the extremely fine edge. For self defense Cold Stell offers the 4“+ Talwar, 4" Spartan (best self defense Grip in a folder) & the 4"+ Vaquero. None of which are preferable to Running Away while screaming like a girl
Michael Janich, the designer of the yojimbo pronounces it "Yo-Jim-Bo" NOT "Yo-Him-Bo" so regardless of whether it means bodyguard in Japanese and that's what it is a reference to, I will not be pronouncing it that way.
I'm a huge Spyderco knife enthusiast and a collector but I don't like some of the knifes mentioned here. One of them I can't stand despite the fact that it's one of the people's favorites. I'm referring to a Shaman.. I hate it. Too big, bulky, actually ugly (unlike some other models that are pieces of art as far as I'm concerned). That being said here's my top 10 list of Spyderco knifes without any particular order. They can all be at the No 1 spot... Para 2, Para 3, Smock, Sage 5, Manix 2, Dragonfly, Techno 2, Spideychef, Delica and Endura..
I wish Spyderco would release the Shaman in the blurple/s110v configuration. I think they don’t bc the price would be too high for a production knife out of the Golden factory, but damn I want it.
So I just ordered the BHQ Shaman in DLC and green micarta. I’m now afraid that I will be your antithesis. I absolutely love my Spydiechef. Will I hate the Shaman. I want and anticipate it’s greatness!!! I admit I would like to alter the chef and add space to flick it a bit more consistently, but now I’m hyper concerned with the nub hitting me on the Shaman when closing. Such problems to be had. BTW, the hole on the stitch has an exceptionally useful function…
I like a slender carry and fidget factor. So of course my Smock and Kapara are two of my favorites. I know I’d like the Shaman, but it just looks like it would carry so wide I’ve never bothered to pick one up.. My knife has to share my front pocket with my iPhone 12 mini so narrow is actually pretty critical.
I am a Spyderco fan. The only thing keeping me from picking up a Delica is the absence of a front finger choil! Even the Dragonfly 2 has a front finger choil.
I've used my spider co yombo in a war during the battle for the outer colonies. . I was a part of the colonial marine task force. We were usually deployed from drop shops off of the mother ship after hibernation. Most of the time, we went on what I'd call "bug hints". Just to investigate citings of possible extraterrestrial creatures that turned out to be nothing. But one time we encountered a true xenomprph. That was the day we bought old for our lives. Sitting our pulse rifles to twenty watt and forty watt range
I think the "odd looks" are a thing we all had to get past. When your random citizen thinks "knife", these profiles are NOT what jump into your head. They certainly make it work, though.
Honestly I like it too. I just couldn't bring myself to include another one no one can get. I enjoyed the knives on the list ever so slightly more. That's honestly the only reason it isn't up there.
It's funny how we all are different... The para 3 is one of my last favorite knives..I own one, I do carry it from time to time.. I've just never been in love with it... Even have a light weight.. Really hate it lol
Not gonna lie, I kinda hate the wire clips. They look cheap to me. I know they aren’t, but they just make knives look cheaper to me and ruin the esthetics. I know that probably a hot take.
I get that one needs to compliment a lot of knifes as a reviewer as to not get all the hate and all. But lets just agree that if you have the space in the pocket you want a Manix 2 and if you don't you get a Native 5.. And that's all I have to say about that as Forrest Gump would say.
Kapara and smock over the spydiecher, manix2, pm2?? And I just lost just a little respect for your opinion on knives.... disappointing. The video title should have been favorite spydercos of all time not the best....and I realize you said in your opinion but still...
Always wondered why the PM2 is more expensive than the Manix 2, (standard G-10, and S30V steel). They are comparable in size, and you could easily argue that the Manix 2 is more difficult to produce and assemble. Guess the answer is, (and it always is), "Supply and Demand". They are more expensive because they can sell them for more!
Ive become pretty fond of my Spyderco Chaparrel, I find myself using it quite a lot and that XHP is heat treated to perfection. The knives on this list are good I own a lot of them.
Ugh….compression locks! Do any of you Spydie compression lock owners ever actually use your knife, other than fidgeting?? The cutout for the lock is EXACTLY where the web of your hand goes when bearing down on it, and it’s painful. On top of that, the grip needed to activate the lock one handed is not very secure. Frankly, that’s always been the big letdown of Spydercos for me. The Manix, well the BBL isn’t the worst, but it’s hardly smooth. My favorite Spydie is the Autonomy 2. I don’t have to fool with a stupid Spyderco lock. And while it’s no edc, it is a good choice when wearing gloves, especially in inclement weather. About the only other ones I like are the Seki city backlock knives. Not a huge backlock fan, but Spydie does make the best of them, and they are finger safe. Then the special niche defense knives like civilian or matriarch 2, now they truly have something to offer, even if it’s a knife you hope to never use.
The designer of the Kapara (Alistair Phillips) has a RUclips video in which he shows you how to add a sharpening choil and offers a bright red backspacer to replace the one it comes with. These mods make it much more like his original “Redback” knife. I love it.
Your nuts the fox body mustang is one of best looking mustang maybe you’re confused with s197 more specifically 05-09 I call it the Down syndrome body no disrespect towards people who. Have Down syndrome nothing but love muuaahhh
I own a bunch of these and will second the shaman. At this point, the shaman has moved from my “never sell” list to the “from my cold dead fingers” list. Are there more ergonomic knives out there? Maybe...I dunno...but I don’t own one. One that I’ll add (I don’t think it was here) is the sage 5 lw. What an amazing knife that is. Perfect fit and finish, leaf shaped blade, lightweight, s30v, sturdy and reasonably priced. If someone wants to know what Spyderco is all about for around $100ish, the sage 5 lw is where it’s at.
I only own a PM2, Para3, and the Sage5 in carbon fiber. The Sage5 CF is hands down my favorite of the 3. I like buying different brands, so a new Spyderco is a long ways away, but the Domino intrigues me as well.
I just noticed today on bento boxshop.com that they’ve got blue dominoes. It says you can order as many as you want. To me that means they’ve got more than just a few.👍🏻
same here.. I was tempted to buy one for the 1001 mods you can get like relatively cheap zirc scales, titanium hardware, .. you name it. I still can‘t help me thinking it is an ugly blade.
One for use, and one to store away, right? I am tempted to buy a Smock, but I may wait until April to get the new mini Benchmade 940, which will supposedly be launched.
I have found only one Spiderco worth buying. In the early 1980's I purchased a police version with black g-10 scales from Seka city Japan New in box for $50. So far it's the only one they have made I spent money on. Now my edc folders are Benchmade, Cold Steel, & Kershaw. Half the price and all will cut. I am very frugal & only order best price. My Infidel otf cost $120, Kershaw launch autos about $110, and recon 1 for $100. Bought a new Buck 119 for $48 a new Espada xl for $142 also their drop forged bowie was $72. Also rotate a SOCP and Boker Kalashnikov xl ordered both new for $150. The full size military is only other Spiderco that would be usable but it's high cost of $260 isn't doable. The cold steel recon 1 is best pound for pound folder I know of with 4" blade triad lock and built heavy duty. Use to always carry an original Buck 110 folder from 1970.
Left-handers don't like the compression lock. We do exist! Spydercos are generally overpriced and sprint runs are for squeezing the lemons out there. But they are excellent knives and my favourite knife is a Spyderco; the Chaparral. It's a EDC design classic which is perfect for most tasks. It's not an oversized, flipper, play, fidget, quick fire toy. But it goes in and out of the pocket easily and opens and closes smoothly. The frn cheaper version is fine and is actually a good bargain. The steel is superior and it slices like a dream. It weighs nothing. So, lads and lassies, don't go into the overbuilt/steel snobbery dead ends and get a knife you can use anywhere. (Mind you, I do love the Manix 2 lightweight S110v too, but only when I've hard work to do.)
I bought my first Paramilitary 2 about ten years ago. Since that time I've sunk hundreds if not thousands of dollars into all kinds of Benchmade and other Spyderco knives, but I always come back to that PM2. IDK, it's just like that old pair of shoes that wear like none other. For me, the PM2 only keeps getting better as steels constantly improve. I've got four of them now in various colors and steels, but any one of them is my all time favorite if I just happen to be carrying it that day.
I know it would be alot but, I’d love to see an entire Spyderco collection video. My favorite out of those would be the PM3 and Chaparrel. Just got a Spyopera… hands down the best action out of lock back knives.
I am puzzled why you say you "hated" the look of the PM 1 at the beginning of this list. Actually, Spydercos all look quite more alike rather than different. I wish Spyderco would get a bit more aesthetically creative. They do make excellent knives, though. Good review!
(Insert sarcasm) What do you mean you can't make everyone happy? You're volunteering your time and we are asked to pay nothing for it. You have a responsibility to make viewers with conflicting priorities happy. (End sarcasm)
If they had given the para3 lightweight the blade stock of a delica (and deleted the choil) it would've been my perfect edc, but it's just too fat for its size. Dodo, spydiechef, dragonfly, mule team and kapara off the top o me some would be my top 5 probably.
I'm professional cook and enjoy blades long before the had fancy name my gen if I nicked the edge on one of kitchen knives Knive everyone in the kitchen would know .that way when I blades with Big Holes on the Blades and you want me to pay for that!!!???.
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The Paramilitary 2 is simply a benchmark knife . . . it is used by independent reviewers and retailers for comparative purposes to virtually ever other folding knife on the market.
It certainly is hard to top the old PM2. It amazes me how they manage to get those compression locks perfect ever single time. I've never seen any Paramilitary not lock up rock solid and close and open smooth as butter. My all time favorite, but I wish they didn't cost what they do now.
Obviously Spyderco executives will view this video. So considering the thumbnail I am taking this as another opportunity to say to them reissue the “Slysz Bowie”. And while you’re at it issue a mini version. Thanks MC👍🏻
100%. We NEED that thing back. (Good eye 😉)
I could not AGREE more! YES spyderco! please bring back the Slysz Bowie!
At this point, If they did that would be great. its gonna be 500 bucks, no doubt but people will buy it.
@@Tom_H327 it's true, it would probably be at secondary market prices 😂.
This should be a slam dunk to bring back into production... and in something superior to CTS-XHP... like Magnacut.
Great Choices! I would add to this list the Caribbean as well - long blade, great steel and impervious to the elements!
To me the Caribbean just looks like a better tenacious
Agreed. Love my caribbean. Mine has the yellow part of the scales dyed green and looks awesome.
I carried the Para 3 exclusively for over three years and never felt like I needed to replace it. Only my knifelust caused me to switch up my EDC a little.
The lust is real brother.
Spyderco is kind of like Glock. Ugly, not for everyone, they all kind of look the same, there hasn't been much innovation, but they're ubiquitous, durable, reliable, and all-around good tools.
That being said, I'm a huge fan of Glock, but not into Spyderco knives.
Yep, my top 5 is exactly what you mentioned here. I need a Bowie, but I will never buy one for those inflated prices on eBay. Thought about it many times, but there are so many great or even better knives I could buy for those absurdly dumb secondary prices. Let’s go Spyderco! Reissue. Reissue. Reissue. It’s time to kick the ball back to your consumer base.
I'm salty about it but i choked it down ( thats what she said)
Very poor choice of words on my part 😅
A very good list! The Manix 2 is still my favorite.
Me-too Scott h. I love my manix 2. Bohler M390 brown g10 scales, black DLC blade. I think I'm gonna get another one. Not sure if I'm gonna go for the cru-wear or the m4.
I really enjoy my PM2 Tanto!! It has all the benefits of a regular pm2 with the durability and strength of a tanto blade!! I also enjoy my para 3 lightweight, perfect edc knife in my opinion!
Tenacious is actually really good too, i keep grabbing for that one often… looks good and works well if you tune it up after you get it from factory. Usually the pivot is a little tight.. unscrew, oil, loctite back after adjustment. 👍🏻
I pretty much sleep with my spydiechef most nights so i disagree, but fair, your point is extremely valid. In fact; i think your spirited disappointment in the chef as something that doesn't fit your desires actually stokes the flames of my argument that it is a knife with a specific vision, and if you're not on board with that vision, that is A-OK. Rather have something with a statement to make rather than a product that has nothing to say at all, right?
they ar ugly until you buy one. then you fall in love with it...
“Moving on to Spyderco Smock - this one looks a little less weird “ You mean like less weird than a platypus? 😅
Hahaha
It's sexy as fuck
I'm buying a smock today I like that one
Spyderco alcyone. Love the unique g10 and it fits perfectly in my hand. I prefer liner locks over back locks too just because its easier to disengage. Also really like bd1 and prefer it over the vg10 on the delica. It doesnt stand up the 100+ spydercos ofc but its so underrated
I LOVE my spyderco’s. Only started collecting knives 3 months ago and I’ve got a Sage 5 (my first knife 😍) and a Manix 2! I loved the way they looked from the moment I saw them. To me they look natural and organic, like leaves. They look like they’re grown instead of created. They’re beautiful. And they fit in the hand so good. Love them ❤️
The compression lock took some time to get used to, my index finger hated me for a week or so. But now it’s the most natural I own, although I do love the bearing lock as well. Next on my list is the Smock (with aftermarket scales).
Great choices. Love my shaman, after I changed the scales, and my para 3 was my first foray into knives over $50
I really love the Tenacious, I’m excited for the S35VN version. My absolute favorite Spyderco didn’t make it on the list though...Native 5. I really dig that knife!
I feel the same way, you do, about the appearance of most Spyderco Folders. But, like you said, they work very well as EDC Folders. In my opinion, Spyderco, like Demko Folders, are all about function and performance. My personal favorite Spyderco, that I've tried, is the Spyderco Manix 2 XL; it's one of my all-time favorite Folders. Very good Video, Bro. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)
For years the PM2 was my favorite Spyderco, even over their top titanium framelocks. I’ve owned Spyderco knives since 93. As of today I’d say the Native 5.
I had a native 5 great knive. Stoling from my truck while being service
My edc right now is a Kershaw leek damascus..absolutely love it
I had to get one of these as well, they are great slicers. Mine is a semi serrated stonewashed blade with olive drab handles, so way cheaper than yours, but a good looking, compact, built-for-edc knife.
Good for you
Kapara is probably my favorite spyderco. I have one of the first ones and the action on it is great!!! And love that carbon fiber!!
Love your lists. I carry some of these and love them. I have a Kapara which is illegal to carry where I live. It is beautiful and I take it out to admire it every so often.
Also, the Spydiechef should be in your bar for slicing limes! Then you might like it better.
Dude you are the best knife channel on RUclips! I get a blast out of your videos. Thanks for all the time you put into this. 😀👊
No love for the Sage line
Love my manix-2s. Superb tactical knives that are equally competent as a heavy duty work knife and EDC.
I have S30V, S110V and M4 models and love them all.
Also love my Gayle Bradley 1. The ergonomics seem a little odd until you start carving a piece of wood and then every curve, every bulge and every angle becomes an integral part of one hell of a wood processing machine. And the hollow ground M4 blade gets nice and thin behind the edge. What's not to love?
The same could be said for the Nilakka. Such an elegant, graceful yet simple and minimalistic knife. It's stunningly beautiful and works extremely well as a bushcrafting knife and an EDC. Plus it just looks and feels....special.
And the Schemp TUFF is another classic that doesn't get enough love. It's goofy, quirky and odd and I love it for that. The thing will hack and chop through an oak tree if need be and the 3V blade steel is just awesome! I thought it was the ugliest thing I'd ever seen when it first came out but it grew on me and I'm glad it did. It EDCs quite well and it always gets alot of attention anytime I pull it out. Everyone wants the thing! Nope. I'll be keeping it!
I have a Yojimbo. It is an excellent & very expensive razor knife, that looks ks dangerous & is best suited for breaking down cardboard boxes & not much else. Anything tougher will chip the extremely fine edge.
For self defense Cold Stell offers the 4“+ Talwar, 4" Spartan (best self defense Grip in a folder) & the 4"+ Vaquero. None of which are preferable to Running Away while screaming like a girl
I love Spyderco’s...thanks for the overall review.
Michael Janich, the designer of the yojimbo pronounces it "Yo-Jim-Bo" NOT "Yo-Him-Bo" so regardless of whether it means bodyguard in Japanese and that's what it is a reference to, I will not be pronouncing it that way.
As someone who identifies as a lanyard user or a lan-man...I feel triggered...
Lmao, great video and great list! Thanks for the quality content.
It's definitely not pronounced the YoHimbo because it's not a Spanish name. Yojimbo in Japanese means bodyguard.
Im going Para 3 , Spydiechef , Manix 2 , Delica , and sleeper of the bunch , the PITS.
Thanks awesome video, well I've tried the tenacious wanted a shaman, settled for a manix still keeping eye out for a.shaman though.
The original Sage 5 is a great edc and I've considered adding the GB2 as well.
Not sham in...pronounced shaaah mon...lol Are you a New Englander?
I'm a huge Spyderco knife enthusiast and a collector but I don't like some of the knifes mentioned here. One of them I can't stand despite the fact that it's one of the people's favorites. I'm referring to a Shaman.. I hate it. Too big, bulky, actually ugly (unlike some other models that are pieces of art as far as I'm concerned). That being said here's my top 10 list of Spyderco knifes without any particular order. They can all be at the No 1 spot...
Para 2, Para 3, Smock, Sage 5, Manix 2, Dragonfly, Techno 2, Spideychef, Delica and Endura..
Great picks ! The Shaman is my favorite too.
I wish Spyderco would release the Shaman in the blurple/s110v configuration. I think they don’t bc the price would be too high for a production knife out of the Golden factory, but damn I want it.
So I just ordered the BHQ Shaman in DLC and green micarta. I’m now afraid that I will be your antithesis. I absolutely love my Spydiechef. Will I hate the Shaman. I want and anticipate it’s greatness!!! I admit I would like to alter the chef and add space to flick it a bit more consistently, but now I’m hyper concerned with the nub hitting me on the Shaman when closing. Such problems to be had. BTW, the hole on the stitch has an exceptionally useful function…
I like a slender carry and fidget factor. So of course my Smock and Kapara are two of my favorites.
I know I’d like the Shaman, but it just looks like it would carry so wide I’ve never bothered to pick one up.. My knife has to share my front pocket with my iPhone 12 mini so narrow is actually pretty critical.
Gb2 is out of discontinued status and back in production and readily available again. Just so you know.
I am a Spyderco fan. The only thing keeping me from picking up a Delica is the absence of a front finger choil! Even the Dragonfly 2 has a front finger choil.
ethnic series, no fugly blade shape and quality build and material. EuroEdge, and Nilakka. and Manix
I've used my spider co yombo in a war during the battle for the outer colonies. . I was a part of the colonial marine task force. We were usually deployed from drop shops off of the mother ship after hibernation. Most of the time, we went on what I'd call "bug hints". Just to investigate citings of possible extraterrestrial creatures that turned out to be nothing. But one time we encountered a true xenomprph. That was the day we bought old for our lives. Sitting our pulse rifles to twenty watt and forty watt range
I think the "odd looks" are a thing we all had to get past. When your random citizen thinks "knife", these profiles are NOT what jump into your head. They certainly make it work, though.
Can’t believe the Nirvana didn’t make the list! Rassenti is one of my all time favorite designers.
Honestly I like it too. I just couldn't bring myself to include another one no one can get. I enjoyed the knives on the list ever so slightly more. That's honestly the only reason it isn't up there.
It's funny how we all are different... The para 3 is one of my last favorite knives..I own one, I do carry it from time to time.. I've just never been in love with it... Even have a light weight.. Really hate it lol
Not gonna lie, I kinda hate the wire clips. They look cheap to me. I know they aren’t, but they just make knives look cheaper to me and ruin the esthetics. I know that probably a hot take.
I get that one needs to compliment a lot of knifes as a reviewer as to not get all the hate and all. But lets just agree that if you have the space in the pocket you want a Manix 2 and if you don't you get a Native 5.. And that's all I have to say about that as Forrest Gump would say.
Ugly? U guys r crazy Spyderco is the most beautiful looking knife brand on the market
do pm2s usually come with backspacers when you buy them fresh off the press? mine didn't when it arrived from spyderco
Kapara and smock over the spydiecher, manix2, pm2?? And I just lost just a little respect for your opinion on knives.... disappointing. The video title should have been favorite spydercos of all time not the best....and I realize you said in your opinion but still...
Deal with it.
Not a fan of spyderco. I respect the workmanship, but aesthetically, I think they leave a lot to be desired.
ALL Shamans and I mean ALL of them regardless of the version have a slight vertical play.
Try and see.
That bowie is definitely the least ugly spyderco ive ever seen and for those curious its between 700 and 1000 dollars now
How dareth thou sh*t on the fox body mustang! Doth mother know you weareth her robes and smelleth of elderberries? 😂💀😂
I bet I get slaged off big time but I think spiderco are over priced especially when some are made in China but just my Opinion !
My favourite and ALL TIME Favourite is the Shaman.
You don't like the Spydie Chef, unsubscribed.
jk 😘
I'm a big fan of Para 3, then I have to go with the sage native 5, and the lil native is part of my edc rotation.
Always wondered why the PM2 is more expensive than the Manix 2, (standard G-10, and S30V steel). They are comparable in size, and you could easily argue that the Manix 2 is more difficult to produce and assemble.
Guess the answer is, (and it always is), "Supply and Demand". They are more expensive because they can sell them for more!
Ya honestly thats thats the only reason I can come up with as well
You said it really fast… What is the clip from that your using on n your Para 3? Thanks!
I can’t believe I sold my Slyszbowie now they cost twice as much, sad.
Beefier version of the American Lawman with different locking mech
I love spydercos but their execution says they dont want me to buy them so I dont buy them
Ive become pretty fond of my Spyderco Chaparrel, I find myself using it quite a lot and that XHP is heat treated to perfection. The knives on this list are good I own a lot of them.
Ugh….compression locks! Do any of you Spydie compression lock owners ever actually use your knife, other than fidgeting?? The cutout for the lock is EXACTLY where the web of your hand goes when bearing down on it, and it’s painful. On top of that, the grip needed to activate the lock one handed is not very secure. Frankly, that’s always been the big letdown of Spydercos for me. The Manix, well the BBL isn’t the worst, but it’s hardly smooth. My favorite Spydie is the Autonomy 2. I don’t have to fool with a stupid Spyderco lock. And while it’s no edc, it is a good choice when wearing gloves, especially in inclement weather. About the only other ones I like are the Seki city backlock knives. Not a huge backlock fan, but Spydie does make the best of them, and they are finger safe. Then the special niche defense knives like civilian or matriarch 2, now they truly have something to offer, even if it’s a knife you hope to never use.
Yikes. Calm yourself
Why is the Delica sure exactly looking like paramilitary 2?
Spyderco H1 SEKI-CITY JAPAN ?
Is CTS BD1 A good steel. Will it stay sharp long.
My fav Spyderco to carry is my native 5 in carbon fiber scales.
The designer of the Kapara (Alistair Phillips) has a RUclips video in which he shows you how to add a sharpening choil and offers a bright red backspacer to replace the one it comes with. These mods make it much more like his original “Redback” knife. I love it.
Your nuts the fox body mustang is one of best looking mustang maybe you’re confused with s197 more specifically 05-09 I call it the Down syndrome body no disrespect towards people who. Have Down syndrome nothing but love muuaahhh
I want to get a yojumbo for some reason lol
My cousin, who doesn't even own a single pocket knife, wants one, too.
I own a bunch of these and will second the shaman. At this point, the shaman has moved from my “never sell” list to the “from my cold dead fingers” list. Are there more ergonomic knives out there? Maybe...I dunno...but I don’t own one. One that I’ll add (I don’t think it was here) is the sage 5 lw. What an amazing knife that is. Perfect fit and finish, leaf shaped blade, lightweight, s30v, sturdy and reasonably priced. If someone wants to know what Spyderco is all about for around $100ish, the sage 5 lw is where it’s at.
The Brad Southard?…. Custom knife at production prices… why isn’t it on the list?
Na. I was disappointed in that one
The spyderco ikuchi is really mad with this list lol
I only own a PM2, Para3, and the Sage5 in carbon fiber. The Sage5 CF is hands down my favorite of the 3. I like buying different brands, so a new Spyderco is a long ways away, but the Domino intrigues me as well.
I just noticed today on bento boxshop.com that they’ve got blue dominoes. It says you can order as many as you want.
To me that means they’ve got more than just a few.👍🏻
The kiwi is one of the weird looking ones. I have several spiderco knives but wish i had more
I guess I'm one of the weird ones. Never understood the hype of a spyderco. Handled a pm2. I was like ehhhhh no.
I love em! What was wrong with them that turned you off of them?
same here.. I was tempted to buy one for the 1001 mods you can get like relatively cheap zirc scales, titanium hardware, .. you name it. I still can‘t help me thinking it is an ugly blade.
@@breadloaf4619 I handled an xm18 and xm24 😁.
Just ordered two smocks from knivesshipfee, they have them back in stock rn so hurry 😆
One for use, and one to store away, right? I am tempted to buy a Smock, but I may wait until April to get the new mini Benchmade 940, which will supposedly be launched.
So how much do they need to raise the price of the shaman for you to stop recommending it? 😆
If it gets bumped again... they've only got 4 strikes left 😅
I love the yojimbo. I feel like I'm the only one. Lol.
No chaparral? Hmm. Must be that backlock
manix 2 is 130$ , definitely top 5
I have found only one Spiderco worth buying. In the early 1980's I purchased a police version with black g-10 scales from Seka city Japan New in box for $50. So far it's the only one they have made I spent money on. Now my edc folders are Benchmade, Cold Steel, & Kershaw. Half the price and all will cut. I am very frugal & only order best price. My Infidel otf cost $120, Kershaw launch autos about $110, and recon 1 for $100. Bought a new Buck 119 for $48 a new Espada xl for $142 also their drop forged bowie was $72. Also rotate a SOCP and Boker Kalashnikov xl ordered both new for $150. The full size military is only other Spiderco that would be usable but it's high cost of $260 isn't doable. The cold steel recon 1 is best pound for pound folder I know of with 4" blade triad lock and built heavy duty. Use to always carry an original Buck 110 folder from 1970.
I love my 89 foxbody mustang
Left-handers don't like the compression lock. We do exist! Spydercos are generally overpriced and sprint runs are for squeezing the lemons out there.
But they are excellent knives and my favourite knife is a Spyderco; the Chaparral. It's a EDC design classic which is perfect for most tasks. It's not an oversized, flipper, play, fidget, quick fire toy. But it goes in and out of the pocket easily and opens and closes smoothly. The frn cheaper version is fine and is actually a good bargain. The steel is superior and it slices like a dream. It weighs nothing. So, lads and lassies, don't go into the overbuilt/steel snobbery dead ends and get a knife you can use anywhere.
(Mind you, I do love the Manix 2 lightweight S110v too, but only when I've hard work to do.)
I bought my first Paramilitary 2 about ten years ago. Since that time I've sunk hundreds if not thousands of dollars into all kinds of Benchmade and other Spyderco knives, but I always come back to that PM2. IDK, it's just like that old pair of shoes that wear like none other. For me, the PM2 only keeps getting better as steels constantly improve. I've got four of them now in various colors and steels, but any one of them is my all time favorite if I just happen to be carrying it that day.
honestly a M.C. lanyard would sell. lmao
I know it would be alot but, I’d love to see an entire Spyderco collection video. My favorite out of those would be the PM3 and Chaparrel. Just got a Spyopera… hands down the best action out of lock back knives.
1. Slysz Bowie
2. Advocate
3. PM2
4. Native 5
5. Tenacious
Honorable Mentions:
Literally everything else by Gayle Bradley...
The Fake carbonfiber looks like shit
I am puzzled why you say you "hated" the look of the PM 1 at the beginning of this list. Actually, Spydercos all look quite more alike rather than different. I wish Spyderco would get a bit more aesthetically creative. They do make excellent knives, though. Good review!
(Insert sarcasm) What do you mean you can't make everyone happy? You're volunteering your time and we are asked to pay nothing for it. You have a responsibility to make viewers with conflicting priorities happy. (End sarcasm)
Whoever said Yojimbo is "yo-him-bo" is off. It's "yo-jeem-bo." You can literally watch the film in Japanese to hear it correctly.
If they had given the para3 lightweight the blade stock of a delica (and deleted the choil) it would've been my perfect edc, but it's just too fat for its size. Dodo, spydiechef, dragonfly, mule team and kapara off the top o me some would be my top 5 probably.
That Manix 2 is fire I love my 4
Damn that Damascus on the Delica is ugly
I'm professional cook and enjoy blades long before the had fancy name my gen if I nicked the edge on one of kitchen knives
Knive everyone in the kitchen would know .that way when I blades with Big Holes on the Blades and you want me to pay for that!!!???.