The Spyderco Manix 2 XL....Big Heart Big Cut

A review of a big mans knife the Manix 2 Xl. This is one of the best hard use knives Spyderco has graced us with.

[@dn2610]

Excellent review on one of my favorite knives. When I first bought the Manix 2 XL, handled and used it, it was one of the most comfortable knives I have in my collection. I liked it so much, I bought a second Manix XL. Both of my Manix are the black blade version and have seen their share of hard use, but I never abuse my knives. Great for edc and easy to sharpen. The prices on both the satin and black blades increased over the years, and I was fortunate to have bought both knives when it was still less than $150. Keep up the great reviews!

[@TheBigCanucker]

J V Thanks so much for the positive words I really appreciate it. Yes this is the second Manix XL for me as well. I took a trip to Calgary last year and my black bladed version went missing out of my pocket I was pretty crushed as this was one of my favorites. I replaced it rather quickly as it’s in my rotation and I loved taking it camping. With my DLC coated blade I took some 1500 grit sand paper and went along the spine edge of my knife on the corners and gave it a rub and it gave the corners a shiny edge about the width of a pencil lead. I thought it looked pretty sharp. Anyway have a great week buddy.

[@corwinr]

Snagged one of these for under $150 for black friday. First Spyder can’t wait!

[@TheBigCanucker]

Good snag enjoy my friend.

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

My favorite folder! I have the Knife Center Cruwear exclusive Manix 2 XL.

[@TheBigCanucker]

Nice I would love to try one.

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

@@TheBigCanucker Spyderco is coming out this year with a "Crucarta", Cruwear and Micarta, version of the Manix 2 XL.

[@TheBigCanucker]

@@ericsierra-franco7802 Now I definitely need one lol.

[@goodnessgraciousitellya5004]

@@ericsierra-franco7802just grabbed one for $166 😮 been wanting it for a long time.

[@Kris_Stiletto]

I absolutely luv my Manix 2 XL's, too. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)

[@kjam87gxp]

I got the stknicks exclusive and the knife is built like a tank. Very tight action

[@TheBigCanucker]

Great blade and I love the red and black design. Take care and enjoy the beast.

[@roadracerqx893]

Change the lock spring to a “medium spring” and it transforms the knife action to a smooth 1-handed operation, without being soft ☝️

[@TheBigCanucker]

I’ve been thinking about that. I was also told to clip 10 percent of the original spring to give it a little easier spring tension. By the way can you direct me where to purchase the medium spring I might just do that.

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

Once the factory spring was broken in I've had zero problem Spydie flicking it open with my middle finger.

[@lajostresser482]

Great review. I just ordered one. I am a bigger guy too. I like the handles of my knifes to be at least 5" long to best fit my 2XL hand size.

[@TheBigCanucker]

Thanks so much i I really appreciate it. Take care and I hope you will enjoy the Manix Xl. I’m pretty sure you will it’s a great one.

[@lajostresser482]

@@TheBigCanucker I will let you know next week. Lajos

[@lajostresser482]

What brand is the K2 by the way?

[@TheBigCanucker]

The K2 is a Spyderco and it’s designed by custom knife builder from Britain Farid Mehr and it’s one of my favourite knives.

[@lajostresser482]

@@TheBigCanucker Thank you for the info. Sorry to see that is discontinued, otherwise I would have bought one myself.

[@TheBigCanucker]

@@lajostresser482 They are still out there on the secondary and you never know some knife stores don’t put their stock online and they may have new old stock…Good luck.

[@lajostresser482]

@@TheBigCanucker Hope one of these days I will run into one. Lajos

[@TheBigCanucker]

@@lajostresser482 Spyderco K2 + civilian on Kijiji www.kijiji.ca/v-outdoor-tools-storage/hamilton/spyderco-k2-civilian/1644097048?

[@concealmenttraining9371]

Been wanting to pick one up just unsure about the lock durability

[@TheBigCanucker]

I wouldn’t. Worry about the lock it’s incredibly tough.

[@concealmenttraining9371]

@@TheBigCanucker its been more then a year... I keep pulling out. For us Living in a third world country its a investment. But I might pull the trigger will see. Thank you

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

Just get one! It's easily one of the greatest folding knives I've ever owned, and I've owned plenty.