The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 - What changed my mind?

This week, we touch base on a knife I've flip-flopped on like 4 times, but is this time different?
I know the suspense is killing you.
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[@dutchyfresh1]

After you carry it for six months you’ll realize what all the hype is about. Everything makes perfect sense. Compression lock is the best. Spyderco makes fantastic knives.

[@Jmon808]

It definitely gets better over time, the more you use it. I choose it daily over my other spydercos Manix 2, para 3

[@Texas12valve]

I hope you're right. I lost my beloved 940 that I carried for about 9 years last week and started carrying a PM2 that was given to me, so far, not a fan.

[@dylandwyer6305]

Same. I’m about two weeks into using a pm2 and my views are starting to change. It’s really good at cutting now that my hand has adapted to it

[@ShoahBiz]

@@Texas12valvecould be it just wasn’t for you but it’s always gonna be hard going from an old favorite to something new and so different. Gonna take some familiarity and bonding through use and time.

[@Texas12valve]

@ShoahBiz I've been. Carrying the PM2 for a while now. And I can say it definitely has some ups over the 940 but I'd still prefer the 940 but I do like the PM2

[@doctoruttley]

I have tons of Spyderco knives. Sprints, all models and nearly every steel combo. Currently I am carrying my M390 PM2 with carbon fiber scales from flytanium. 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻🇨🇦

[@robcarr8505]

Made in USA sold me on this knife. After doing a lot of research, this knife kept standing out to me. I just ordered it today. I hope I'm not disappointed. I've never spent this kind of money on a folding knife.

[@5MinuteKnives]

I think you'll be happy. It has its quirks but overall there's a good reason the pm2 has sold so well over the years.

[@robcarr8505]

@@5MinuteKnives awesome!!! Thanks for the great content. Liked and subscribed.

[@5MinuteKnives]

🤘

[@fender68able]

I just ordered the digi camo one with black blade. I can't wait for it to come in!!

[@frogturtle]

The PM2 is just a knife you need to experience first-hand. All the weird-looking design choices make perfect sense after just one cycle of opening, gripping and closing the knife. As much as I love my pricy Benchmades, I keep coming back to it. The PM2 is simply one of the GOATs. Thanks for the vid.

[@5MinuteKnives]

💯💯💯💯💯!

[@chimchu3232]

Couldn't agree more. Me and my dad used to argue about it, I couldn't understand why he liked spyderco so much, but once I got my pm2 to give it a shot, it's been my go-to ever since. So ergonomic and slicey, and the action and lock are fantastic. Even the steel is done perfectly for me, I really don't have a single complaint with it

[@RxCGaming]

@@chimchu3232 I think the only one complaint I have with the PM2 is it’s tip strength, but I guess it’s not made for heavy duty work. Which is why I have two knives for two different purposes. If I’m going to be prying and beating the piss out of my knife, I’m grabbing my griptilian. But if I need a really accurate and smooth cutting I immediately grab my PM2

[@chimchu3232]

@@RxCGaming yes it definitely has pros and cons, that's why I usually carry a utility knife or a small fixed blade as well for stuff I don't wanna risk the pm2 blade on. But for common tasks like cutting cardboard or tape, the pm2 is awesome

[@burritosupreme333]

I just recently bought the DLT purple G10 PM2 in Cru-Wear. It's definitely up there in my EDC rotation!

[@chimchu3232]

Pm2 is my go-to for almost anything. I occasionally break out the shaman if I want something a little heavier duty. Agree with the aftermarket stuff too, highly recommend customizing it, lots of cool affordable mods for it.

[@WhispyWoods.]

To me a zombie apocalypse is the only thing worth preparing for these days, but if we’re going more Halloween themed, what would you be bringing if Blade asked you to help him hunt down vampires? Or maybe you’re on your own in a situation like From Dusk til Dawn.

[@5MinuteKnives]

I love it! Thanks!

[@crackedbrainOG]

Just got one, black/black S45VN. First knife I've owned with the compression lock. At first wasn't sure if I liked it as i'm used to the liner lock, it is growing on me. Overall I like the blade shape and the feel in your hand. I agree the blade length could be a little longer.

[@davidrim8309]

I love the PM2. I think it’s the only compression lock that comes as a Lefty.

[@5MinuteKnives]

Yah. I thought the blade got a lil close to my finger in the compression lock on the yojimbo 2 but on the pm2 it's perfect. Really appreciating it this time around.

[@garrettferrell6821]

I’m a left handed and I actually prefer the right handed model PM2..regardless,the PM2 is my absolute favorite user folder.there is nothing I don’t like about it

[@BlackRob7208]

Carried my PM2 for 3 years. Got S35vn and i put Flytanium G10 scales and titanium hardware. I have more expensive better quality knives but this is my go to everytime. The design is perfect for edc imo.

[@5MinuteKnives]

Totally agreed. My go to (don't laugh) is actually the endura with a wave on it. Don't ask me why but I've carried that more than anything else. I have so many fancy knives too but I just sort of gravitate towards a lightweight spyderco. Thanks for sounding off!

[@ChristopherRobin58]

Love the way you modified the PM2! Looks great!

[@PoetFisherman]

Nice scales. Amen to a dedicated knife pocket.

[@joefuentez7232]

An old timer once told me that picking up a 1911 was like shaking hands with an old friend. The PM2 is the same way.

[@5MinuteKnives]

I like that.

[@keats27]

that native chief--sheesh what a great build

[@5MinuteKnives]

It came out surprisingly well! (dumb luck with the chocolate color.)

[@InsightHM]

While the Endura 4 is a great knife, I would definitely recommend a Para 3 LW over it for a first timer trying to get a feel. It's ~ $20 more than the Endura but better in pretty much every way. Plus it's made in the USA.

[@5MinuteKnives]

Thanks! I'm gonna consider it...

[@chasemarquez7620]

My dream knife

[@carmelotansengco4605]

Have you heard of dogmen? For example you're faced with one of those cryptids and you only had a folding knife, which folding knife would you like to have?

[@JustinCase-em6ql]

Cold Steel Revenge 2

[@AGC828]

Being a "casual interest" knife guy myself...I woul recommend to any one completely new ....if considering Spydero to by the PM2 as their first Spyderco. As the PM2 is THE KNIFE that embodies Sypderco's design philosophy and the knife people who (know a little or "a lot") think of when you say "Spyderco". Just as the 940 is the knife you think of when someone mentions Benchmade...then go from there.... Or to get one's feet wet...Delica 4. In case the newb after getting his Delica 4 the next day tosses it in the drawer....the investment won't hurt so much. "I spent thIS MUCH on a folding knife???"... I think at the end of the day they are 'fidget toys"....there are better purpose built knives for every task e.g. cooking, hunting and combat (military or "knife fighters"). ...or opening boxes LOL11 :)

[@5MinuteKnives]

I'd say endela now but you can't go wrong with any of them really

[@roboticd]

You can do more than get your feet wet with a Delica. I just got the Aogami Super Blue sprint run with Zome scales and the TiCN coating, and it's hot sex on a cracker...

[@tgonzalez1983]

Never had any interest in the PM2 until recently. I guess the bug bit me & I ordered one while on sale. Have a para 3 lightweight but it’s kinda small for me. Hopefully this if a fun carry

[@billrivers7558]

I've had my pm 2 in s30v for a while and just don't carry it alot I rather carry one of my para 3's one is s110v and the other is bd1n just like them a whole lot more

[@5MinuteKnives]

Bill! You're lightning! Believe it or not, I've never even handled a PM3. I couldn't justify buying it when I had a manix 2 layin around. If you wanna send me one of those bad boys for review though, I got a 20 percent off discount code with your name on it. haha. Thanks for supporting the channel man! 👍

[@billrivers7558]

@@5MinuteKnives I I also have a maxamet manix 2 lw and actually prefer my bd1n para 3 lw over it but there both excellent knives

[@5MinuteKnives]

Now you got me thinking about picking up a PM3... great. 😂

[@jackthetripper868]

para 3 is great , switched over to a benchmade super freek for that little extra reach but i just ordered a pm 2 just cause i love the ergonomics of the 3 ,just want to try tht little extra length since i work in gloves often ,plus that super freek is a bit to expensive to lose or jack up .... so tht be my end of the world edc backup haha

[@garrettferrell6821]

I have a 6 PM3s and 11 PM2s(I’m a knife collector),I love them both but I like the 2 just a little better..as far as I’m concerned the PM2/PM3 is the best folding knife design there is.its as close to perfect as it gets.the only thing I would change about the PM2/PM3 is I would rather them come with a deep carry pocket clip but that’s just nitpicking and is an easy fix

[@billnott5811]

My very first Paramilitary is on its way =). I REALLY love that lanyard you have on yours, the paracord with a twin skulls.. did you make that or did you buy it ? If you bought it could you please send me the link ? I looked on Amazon but I couldn’t find that exact one.. Thx so much =)

[@5MinuteKnives]

It was actually a gift but there a ton of KZbin’s on different lanyards though. You’ll prolly be able to spot it in the thumbnails. Good luck!

[@JusttJackk]

My pm 2 has literally just been delivered today I’ve been using the leather man skeletool kbx for months and Jesus Christ I didn’t realise how big the pm 2 is 😂 so gonna use this for camping survival type stuff can’t wait to take it out in the bush but I don’t really mind about the edc part as I carry my huntsman Swiss Army knife for my edc

[@luisloya1120]

Jesus Christ is Lord and Saviour. HIS name is Holy above All names and should not be said in vain or in place of a curse word.

[@garrettferrell6821]

It looks great with the DLC 20-CV blade and the green micarta scales

[@5MinuteKnives]

Right? Wasn't too costly either. Thanks for tuning in!

[@kilencventiz]

days from now i will order a PM2 C81GPCMO2 version i like the CPM-CruWear version but i think its a big hype me go the CPM S45VN blade... no rust no problem...the probelm new generation endura 4 the blade tickness..

[@impracticooljack6866]

Have you thought about making belt holsters for folding knives? I have a manix 2 and aside from the rounded back end that slips out of my hand as I pull back on the the lock tabs, the clip, in my opinion, is the worst part. So I just carry mine at the bottom of my pocket without the clip. So I was just wondering if that would be a possibility.

[@5MinuteKnives]

Ahhh... I have that same issue! Only I need the clip to lock onto when my hand slips, so without it, that lock sucks for me too. I have made neck sheaths for like, delicas and enduras. Lighter weight stuff is best and that frn you wouldn't mind scratching. In your case, possibly but it would be clunky (unless you used like a strap or something) and making sheaths for folding knives with clips just seems... impractical to me. 🤣 Thanks for the question and bringing up some good points on the M2. 👍

[@Dozerboy84]

Where can I get this awesome green/black combo? looks perfect but cannot find it…

[@vgman94]

This was incredibly informative. Thank you. I actually went to a store to hold some of these myself. But I didn’t get to see the Endura and PM2 side by side. Despite the specs they seem incredibly similar in length. That plus the superior steel and better black out coating makes it quite tempting.

[@5MinuteKnives]

Really? Well, it was completely by accident. 🤣 Thanks for stopping by!

[@chimchu3232]

The compression lock is so much better than a backlock as well. The pm2 is an awesome knife

[@rustyknifelover4463]

A knife against a Mummy

[@5MinuteKnives]

Got it! Thanks!

[@WhispyWoods.]

I’d go with pair of sheers like Leatherman raptors 😅

[@5MinuteKnives]

I have a different answer for that... Tune in to the Spooktacular! ooooooo! lol

[@John..18]

I've got the PM2, with S30v, in satin, and black dlc, but for some reason I don't like the action on the black one,,,, the detent is very strong, compared to satin one,, So, the satin, gets used loads, and the black one stays in the cupboard.. Also, I hated the pattern of my Zome Endura, so I've Rit dyed it black, and I'm so happy with the result.. 😀 ps, I'd gladly sell the black pm2, but it's tricky selling such knives, here in England.. (they're illegal to carry in public). All the best from across the pond..

[@5MinuteKnives]

That's interesting about the action on the coated vs non-coated pm2... Also great idea for rit dying the endura! Can you still see the pattern, or it is just black now? Thanks for stopping by! 🍻

[@John..18]

@@5MinuteKnives All the patterns on the Zome knives seem to be different, I just got one that I didn't particularly like, and it drove me nuts,, yes, the Rit dye worked perfectly, (first time I tried it.!! ) and it's totally black now, with absolutely no trace of the pattern,, I'm really happy, and the Endura has number one place in my pocket again now.. ps,, I thought the colour might run a bit, when I re-oiled the knife, but it's perfect,,, all the best.. John..

[@5MinuteKnives]

@@John..18 I've had good results with the rit myself (have a few vids on it) and I'm also surprised it worked so well! Untill next time bradda...

[@goricaj1]

Got one and put some aramis akhmedov scales(grayG10 raptor)on it!! Waiting on red screws and red backspacer to finish it up.oh,and red pocket clip

[@5MinuteKnives]

Sounds badass!

[@KernowEDC]

Thanks for this! Can I ask your advice on how you shamfer the scales?

[@5MinuteKnives]

np. I would just go real light with 150-400ish grit and stay away from the hardware. Maybe wrap the sanding paper around a pen or something to keep the lines clean. 🤷‍♂ Good luck!

[@tjruff17]

What type of cord is the lanyard on the Para 2?

[@David-uz1qs]

I carried an original Spyderco Endura on duty. I made in work in my left pocket. I still have it and it’s sharp as ever In retirement I carry the scary 😟 true left hand tip down Spyderco Military in rotation, depending on my day plans.

[@5MinuteKnives]

That's awesome man! I've always had a soft spot for the e4...

[@edwardgreller]

nice micarta scales!

[@thehairywoodsman5644]

I subbed.

[@5MinuteKnives]

Appreciate ya! Check out our website if you ever need a sheath. Giveaways incoming... 👍

[@wolfman6503]

What is that lanyard with two skulls ? Where can i buy one from ? Thnx

[@5MinuteKnives]

A subscriber made that one actually. I couldn't figure out how to replicate it either... 🤣

[@inertjefe3906]

Best gear to fight off 6 platypodes?

[@oliverelliott6770]

I’m looking for a good edc knife, I was looking at the pm2 cuz of the size. I just want a knife that can do anything you put it against. Any recommendations?

[@5MinuteKnives]

For me, I always went with the manix 2 vs the pm2 but you really can't go wrong with either. The pm2 has a more fidgety lock, the manix 2 has a stronger tip. Thanks for your question!

[@goricaj1]

Manix 2 is way better,I don’t get the hype around the PM2.

[@frogturtle]

The answer is...it’s hard to answer lol. This debate has been going back and forth for years. Theoretically the Manix 2 is the tougher knife but both are very tough, and some people appreciate the blade shape and feel of the PM2 over the Manix 2 (and vice versa.) I’d recommend watching some comparison videos and reading some popular forums to help you decide. Both are similarly great knives but edge each other out in some scenarios (no pun intended.) Or if you’re loaded just buy both and carry them on alternating days. Good luck!

[@fender68able]

Where can I order a good lanyard for my pm2?

[@5MinuteKnives]

@@fender68able good question. Mine were all gifts from friends and subscribers so I’m not really sure. I used to like making them on occasion too.

[@nwmi23]

I like the look of the knife, but in reality the lock on the PM2 is nowhere near as strong as the triad lock on any of my Cold Steel folders.

[@5MinuteKnives]

That's true but in reality, I'll never need a lock strong enough on a folder to find out (I always have a fixed blade on me as well).

[@chimchu3232]

I would like to see someone actually try to break a compression lock. I seriously doubt a human could apply enough force to it to break it. The blade would snap well before the lock failed. I don't see a reason to get a stronger lock like the triad

[@5MinuteKnives]

@@chimchu3232 I'm in the same camp there

[@xmarine11]

but it was 12 minutes long ....

[@5MinuteKnives]

After 2 years of searching, we've finally found the most intelligent guy on KZbin. Please report to YT HQ for your assignment. You've passed the first test. 👍

[@xmarine11]

@@5MinuteKnives 🤣🤣🤣🤣