Top Five Spyderco Knives: For Any Occasion

[@timbo4374]

I normally am not a fan of 3" or under blades, but for whatever reason, I do really like my Sage 5 lw. I'm not a Para 3 fan. I much prefer the Sage series, or even the Native 5 if I want or need a 3" blade. Interesting choices. Your reasoning is sold regardless of whether everyone agrees or not. We all have different needs and tastes in knives, so whatever works is never a wrong choice. I enjoyed the video! It got me to look at some of the knives in a different light, which is a good thing imo. Thanks for doing it brother!

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks for the great comment man. Yeah, I was VERY close to including the Native 5 in this list, it's a highly versatile EDC option. You hit the nail on the head, the vast array of opinions and preferences is what makes this hobby so fun. Love hearing why folks like what they do. I may make this an annual vid and see if my own choices and preferences change. Thanks for the support!

[@timbo4374]

@@mildmannerededc They may just change. I know my tastes have certainly changed in the last 4 or 5 years, and even since the last 1 or 2. I used to not like tantos at all. Didn't even have one in my collection until about a year or so ago, and now I have 3 or 4, mostly Twosuns because they do them well imo, but I also grabbed the Civivi Brazen tanto, and I like it quite a bit. As odd as it may sound, I thing change is the only real constant in this hobby.

[@charlesdudek7713]

There is something about the Sage5. It just seems more adequate than most 3 inchers. Also, I agree on the Kapara. Amazing knife!

[@bench111ful]

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[@DuhYaThink]

Police 4 lw k390 is a slicer for sure👍🏻

[@TheMasheenist]

The Ikuchi! Great pick, I loved mine so much I bought two more, one for my neighbour, one for my bff. It’s the coolest knife in my opinion, glad to see others loving this blade.

[@bradjohnson4787]

Love all my Spyderco knives, my most used is the Para 3. Agree with you about the Caribbean as a sailor the sheeps foot is the best all purpose.

[@OnlyGamingClips]

I just picked up the Rock Jumper in VG10 to try out, and I like it so much, I gotta get one in a premium steel now, and get some custom scales for it. My fav Spyderco model is the Stretch 2, I have a standard VG10 model, and the K390 model with a straight spine. I need to get one in G10 scales next. I also love the Yojimbo 2 as well, I carry it sometimes.

[@richardvirchow3390]

When I first became interested in collecting knives, I had no interest in Spyderco. But something happened ( don’t know what it was ) and then I bought PM 2, Para 3 Lightweight, Dragonfly 2, Delica 4, Smock, Amalgum, Shaman, Tenacious and lastly the Sage 5 Lightweight - which is now my favorite Spyderco due to its dimensions, weight, leaf blade shape & compression lock and it fits my hand like a glove - what a great knife!!

[@shu943]

Thanks for the vid and the opinion sharing.Totally agree.

[@TripleEEDC]

Great list! One criticism though. I’m not usually interested in smaller blades but Spyderco’s best slicer is the Chapparal. It is superbly thin and is a laser beam through everything. It’s also a tremendous value.

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks for watching man! Yeah the Chapp is definitely an excellent slicer and agree on the value. My only issue is it's too small be to the kind of "slicing beast" I had in mind, cutting edge is barely over 2 in, but it could easily be on a Top 5 of Spydercos. Native 5 also was a tough one to leave off.

[@michaeljdauben]

My first Spyderco was one of the original Police models with a stainless steel handle. I bought it back in the 80s. I lost it on a camping trip, and my second Spyderco was a Delica 1. I went through a couple of Delicas over the year, as I really liked the design. Along the way, I tried a couple of other Spyderco designs, but alway went back to the Delica. Finally, a couple of years ago, I bought my first Para 2 and fell in love with it. The ergonomics of the knife just really fits my hand. 👍

[@johnnyventurino8947]

Awesome Spydercos my friend, I love all of the ones you showed. I also have many Spydercos, and I love every one of them.

[@DuhYaThink]

Shaman and native chief are also awesome. M4 and xhp.

[@michaelsantana5781]

Agree 100% with the Sage 5 it is really an underrated choice for edc.

[@BrentonCarr]

I always felt the Military would be WAAAY too big to carry, but I got an old jade g-10 one as a collectible and now I love carrying it.

[@ThomasConnolly]

I just discovered your channel today by watching this video of yours about the "Top Five Spyderco knives: For Any Occasion. I thought that your list was incredibly well thought out and I absolutely agreed with your entire list especially the Spyderco Caribbean being your number one pick. I love the Spyderco Caribbean because it's a knife that I always wanted Spyderco to create!!! The Spyderco Caribbean is between the size of the Tenacious and Resilience, and it also has the same angled ricasso as the Ambitious, Tenacious, and Resilience where the angled ricasso basically touches the level of the scales. This angled ricasso and the fact that the Spyderco Ambitious, Tenacious, and Resilience were liner lock knives made them all in my opinion dangerous finger guillotines. But with the Spyderco Caribbean, they actually made a knife with this same dangerous angled ricasso safe by making it a compression lock so you wouldn't have to put your fingers in front of the blade to disengage its locking mechanism!!! The blade and liners of the Caribbean are made of LC200N and the pocket clip and screws are titanium so the Spyderco Caribbean is virtually rustproof!!! My only nitpick with the Spyderco Caribbean is that the lanyard hole on it is a bit small, while the lanyard hole on the Paramilitary 3 is quite huge. The one knife that you would actually want to have a giant lanyard hole on is the Spyderco Caribbean because it's meant to be used on a boat that's on a lake or in the ocean or if you're near a body of water. Therefore you would want to be able to use thick 550 paracord to securely attach the knife to your wrist so you wouldn't drop it over the side of a boat into the water losing it forever. As far as the bumblebee black and yellow-colored scales are concerned, I don't mind their look because it's purposely designed to be high vis so if you drop the Caribbean in shallow waters of a pond or swamp you would be able to easily see it in mucky/muddy areas.

[@mildmannerededc]

Hey, appreciate you checking out the video. It was a fun one to make. Thanks so much for the great comment, definitely can see your point on the lanyard hole.

[@ericmack001]

My favorite Spyderco is the Para 3. I think that it does everything that I need an EDC knife to do. Plus it’s a great value for a USA made knife. The price has gone up since they moved to S45VN steel. The knife is a great size. Plus I love the fact that you can get the knife in different steels, and handle materials. I own more Spyderco’s than any other brand of knife. Spyderco gives you more for your money. I feel that Benchmade is out of touch when it comes to pricing. Plus they love plastic to much. G10 is the “cheapest “ handle material I want on a knife.

[@edkubinski]

My first Spyderco was a Manix 2 lightweight in Maxamet. It became my EDC, replacing a Bradley Cutlery Alias 1. I have a Manix 2 XL in m4. Fits in my hand better like my Native Chief. For my incognito knife I carry a Smock. I,too, avoided Spyderco for a long time because of the look.

[@BankersSpecial]

Great video! I fully expected to see a Delica in there somewhere but nobody' s perfect😂

[@mildmannerededc]

Lol. Still have and love my Delica... didn't make this list... maybe a future list. Really appreciate you watching and the kind words.

[@manifestgtr]

I’m fully with you on the Sage 5....particularly the Sage 5 lw. I think it gets overlooked because of its “plainness”. It’s probably the most vanilla compression spyderco out there....but mine is just so friggin good. It feels unbelievably solid to operate, the tolerances are spot on and it’s comfortable. I just need to get some micarta scales on it at some point. That’s the only thing it’s “missing”...the single company who puts them out has been out of stock for what feels like forever...

[@mildmannerededc]

Agree on the Sage 5, it's an awesome EDC option, but badly needs some variations in steel and scale materials (similar to the Native 5 or Para 3). Give it some love Spyderco!!! 🤣 Thanks for checking out the vid.

[@caseytyler8326]

Yeah, my only issue with the light weight is the insides of the scales can be sharp sometimes takes 2 minutes to fix but Spyderco should be doing that with a piece of 200 grit paper 😂

[@caseytyler8326]

Yesss I’m actually gonna go look for after market scales again now maybe some titanium love

[@AlexanderSLeBlanc]

Great video, Brad. I really enjoyed the little funny clips you added in. Your intro is also great. My favorite Spyderco’s are: Spydiechef Kapara Chaparral Dragonfly 2 Native 5 I’m really interested in the Sage 5 and the Native Chief. The Sage 5 looks like it could replace the last 3 knives I listed. Great video!

[@keats27]

What no swish booeey?

[@AlexanderSLeBlanc]

@@keats27 My tastes have changed quite a bit in the last four months. I would place it at third at this point behind the Kapara and Spydiechef. I think it is a great knife but not for how much it cost these days.

[@SpartanJohns]

Would not be my choices but the video and your argumentation was nice to listen to. The Caribbean! A great knife! Had one with me for about 2.5 months on a daily basis. But not as "rust resistant" as you can get. The Pacific Salt is much better in that category. The Caribbean has SS liners, stop/guide pins, spacers and screws...all those parts rust. The liners are more rust resistant than the rest but they do also rust. 10 days in and around salt water. I snagged the pocket clip on mine, while taking my t-shirt off, and it got bend pretty bad. Now the Pacific Salt(H1)...i carried for one month in and around salt water.... nothing rusted. Not even the spring or... That Capara doe....! Good video!

[@moxieblade]

Solid list. Good thoughts behind your decision. Looking forward to Spyderco to add screws to the Manix 2 LW My all time top 5 wouldn’t be best knife for every situation. Hard use: GB2 (built like a tank) Gentlemen’s carry: Chaparral (so many scale options to compliment your style) Fidget fun: Smock ( driving ladies crazy for years) Working out: Salt 2 Lc200n (light, rust proof, bright and grippy) EDC: Manix 2 (best knife Spyderco has ever made) Top 5….. 5: Shaman 4: Pm2 3: Sage 5 LW 2: Kapara 1: Manix 2

[@BERETTA9mmUSA]

I Dig your List at the bottom of your post. Fantastic Picks! 🤠👍🇺🇸👮🏻‍♂️⭐️ B9USA Sr.

[@georgebenton8245]

Great Lists Both.

[@CosmicJhana444]

The Kapara is amazing!! I think it’s Spyderco’s best!!

[@jimdandy8603]

@cosmic,totally agree

[@RafaelMoriel73]

Greetings. I'm saving for my 1st spyderco. What model do you recommend me. Manix2 Lightweight or Para3 Lightweight?

[@cjanie19]

Depends on whether you like a big knife, but the manix is very nice.

[@andrefrank8270]

Just get started!

[@Killlerbee]

I only own 3 Spydercos to begin with... my first, the Tenacious, next the Manix 2 and finally the Lil' Native. I would consider buying the Sage 5, the Shaman or the Para 2 or 3. My Civivis are the most numerous in my collection at 6. Thanks for sharing with us Brad!

[@keats27]

what's your take on tenacious?

[@Killlerbee]

@@keats27 the Tenacious was my first spyderco. You can’t beat it for the price… about $45 at Walmart. Especially if you want to try a Spydie first before dropping $150+.

[@mason9392]

@@keats27 in my opinion… throw on a better steel on the tenacious and it’s the EDC king. The steel is fine however since spydercos heat treat is ridiculous. Blade shape and ergonomics are A+. Action is amazing and quality is great even coming from the Chinese factories. I believe there is a S35VN version out there but always out of stock!

[@knifelore1647]

I love Spyderco's, an usually the larger, my favorite being the Amalgam, It was made for me, fits my hand like it was customized for me personally. The Police, the Resilience, are a couple other favorites, but nothing tops the Amalgam, an after 30 minutes of playing with it you have no problems with the compression lock an flipper tab, another two of my favorite things about them.

[@STUFFWEDO]

Great list. I love them all. Thank you for sharing.

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks much! Glad you enjoyed it. Always appreciated you watching!

[@tob855]

So funny, I JUST picked one of these up, and watched an interview with Alistair. Such a great knife

[@TheJeffFortner]

Great video man, I am totally EDCing my Caribbean tomorrow 👍

[@mildmannerededc]

Excellent!! I love that thing. I know it's not as popular as the Shaman, but in my book, it's just the better all-rounder for hard use. Thanks for watching and commenting Jeff!

[@JohnC29]

The Caribbean is my sailing knife and Manix 2 XL is my hard use. I need an Ikuchi but I substitute the smock in 20cv.

[@mildmannerededc]

Awesome! I've owned the Smock a couple times. I want to love it, but the ergos just don't work well for me. Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@tonyochoa7097]

I really like the ikuchi,but it took a long time to break that action in,and even now,if my hand is the least bit sweaty,or I have used hand sanitizer in the last ten minutes-forget about opening it,it's not gonna happen!

[@MrSpenceju]

All spydercos I didn’t expect, nice video!

[@mildmannerededc]

Spyderco has such a broad lineup and some super popular models, but that doesn't mean those are the best options for every situation or for everybody. Thanks for checking out the video and for the kind words.

[@brianmcgraw6903]

Have you ever had a Smock? I think it's better for me in general EDC stuff. Hard to shake a stick at a Para 2, Manix 2 or a Shaman too. How bought the Rock Lobster in M4 for hard use? I bet that would do well. I love the Caribbean and the Kapara. Use both those knives in my kitchen almost everyday. Just curious is the CF version of the Kapara smooth? Like has little to no texture? I have the G-10 version and it is to smooth for my tastes. Wish it had more grip.

[@mildmannerededc]

I've owned a Smock a couple times. I want to love it, but the ergos just never quite work for me. The CF on the Kapara is beautiful, but yes, very smooth. I've not really had any difficulty holding on to it, but it's textured it is not. Thanks for watching.

[@DuhYaThink]

A sage 5 in micarta with magnacut 😊

[@OneTalaw]

Very good suggestions. Nice review.

[@mildmannerededc]

Much appreciated! Thanks for checking out the video.

[@jayminasi6073]

first knife you list is totally sold out everywhere. nice video

[@mildmannerededc]

Rats! At the time of the vid it was pretty widely available.... I bet new batches are in production. Thanks for watching!

[@keviningles5580]

My go to is a fully serrated endura

[@valleygrown_dieseltech3444]

The sage 5 and ikuchi are my favorite and first and second knifes I’ve ever bought for the exact reasons you do😂

[@joeydoesthings4955]

I have a Delica and a Pacific Salt 2. There are 3 knives that are in my wish list, the PM2, the Caribbean, and the Kapara.

[@mildmannerededc]

Right on! That Pacific Salt 2 is awesome, right?? Those 5 would be a pretty great list! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@riservaditempo]

LOL man we have EXACTLY the same taste. I was watching you pick my favourites one after the other it was pretty entertaining because these picks aren't what most EDC channels would go to. Ikuchi + Kapara + Urban/UKPK pretty much all set for any occasion. Ikuchi is so underrated, it's by far one of the best EDC tools around.

[@mildmannerededc]

Ha! Really glad you enjoyed the video! Yeah my (our) tastes might be a bit less mainstream, but these 5 really are some of the best knives Spyderco makes in my opinion and great options for any EDC rotation. Definitely agree on the Ikuchi, does not get the love it deserves. Thanks very much for watching and commenting!

[@jimdandy8603]

Great minds think alike,I have the manix 2 lwt,the kapara,and the ikuchi,and quite a few other spydees,I may have more spydees the benchmades.Spyderco is a solid brand,more so then benchmade,imo-with spyderco,you dont even have to check for quality control,you KNOW everythings right

[@mariuscetateanu1028]

The Watu is my perfect slicing machine and the Smock is my fav allarounder. You should try the Smock. It will rock your world ! That being said I enjoyed your vid... all great choices !

[@mildmannerededc]

Oh that Watu is one crazy slicey knife! I didn't end up keeping it because I didn't think it was suited well for the compression lock, but that blade!! I've had a couple Smocks, I want to love that knife (button lock, hollow grind, fidgety as all get out), but it's the darn ergos, for me anyway. Both though are excellent options from Spyderco, I agree. Thanks very much for checking out the vid and for the thoughtful comment!

[@GaryBrewster]

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[@mitchyyy18]

I saw the Kapara coming a mile away. Good knife

[@mildmannerededc]

Ha! Agreed.

[@colemasse7177]

that last one looks like a paring knife i love it

[@jooky5]

The sage 1 was my first Spyderco purchased a decade+ ago and fell into the sold-and-instantly-regretted category. For sliciest I go to my chaparral or watu

[@mildmannerededc]

Ohhhhhh that Watu is ridiculously slicey... I can definitely see it filling that spot on the list. I still hold out hope that Spyderco will start adding the Sage 5 to the list of knives they do variations of (different steels, etc) such a great platform. Thanks very much for watching and commenting.

[@knifelore1647]

Spyderco. Civivi, and Kubey are my favs!

[@johnruiz6743]

The Spyderco bug! 🤣

[@klusblody]

Amazing knives, congrats!

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks! Appreciate you checking out the vid!

[@mickkeim4142]

Love that Kapara, and the SpydieChef. Both great knives.

[@mildmannerededc]

Agreed! Thanks for watching Mick.

[@gooe9561]

Para 3 tops my list. The blade is more than useable. It's got a taller profile but same thickness as the para 2 so it'll be a stronger blade. And it feels good in my hand. Plus the compression lock which is strong and easy to close one handed. Also many blade steel options.

[@mildmannerededc]

Definitely love all the variations you can get the Para 3 in. Thanks for watching.

[@eilambyle]

i totally agree, the urban is great ! chaparral is a great slicer too.

[@mildmannerededc]

Chaparral is an excellent knife and EDC option, it very nearly made this list and I like the different steel and scale options. Urban is kind of underrated I think. Thanks very much for watching!

[@jwdory]

I still don't have a Caribbean in my collection. Going to have to fix that.

[@backwoodsman4854]

You have made me consider a couple of those and I thought I had all the Spydercos I ever needed! Darn you!!

[@mildmannerededc]

Hahaha... my apologies for being an enable. I feel like I discover some random Spyderco that I've never heard of, on a weekly basis. Really do appreciate you checking out the vid, glad it was useful.

[@backwoodsman4854]

I hope you’re real proud of yourself! Because of you I ordered an Ikuchi AND a Kapara! 😩

[@mildmannerededc]

@@backwoodsman4854 LOL. Well I'll only be proud if you end up liking them... Ikuchi is quirky, but pretty dang cool and the Kapara is just excellent. Keep me posted!

[@backwoodsman4854]

@@mildmannerededc I have bought 2 Ikuchis and loved them so much I gave them to close friends, hope buy another soon to keep! Got a Kapara and it is an awesome knife that checks all the boxes…but I just don’t love it, don’t understand why??

[@Kryptokeeper9]

I really enjoyed this 3 years later😅

[@south_central_edc]

The kapara in lc200n would be awesome.

[@mildmannerededc]

Indeed it would!! Thanks for checking out the vid Luis.

[@AlexanderSLeBlanc]

For what it’s worth to you, Spyderco is definitely aware of the community’s desire for a rust-proof Kapara. Alistair Phillips is also keenly aware of it and is 100% in support of it.

[@ziptalia2456]

cool vid.... love your picks. i had a few Urbans from back in the early 2000's that i lost and just replaced with the model from Italy and the action is much tighter/stiffer. hopefully will loosen up a bit with more use but i really really love the dragonfly FRN as a daily carry for 99% of my needs. so light it just disappears in the pocket.

[@loscuchillosdecrossbones4564]

Love the Sage 5 lw

[@mildmannerededc]

Hard to beat! Thanks for watching.

[@gair1944]

Great list! I have a Spyderco Para 3/G-10 that I love. But then I got the Sage 5 lightweight and I carry it more because of the deep carry pocket clip, light weight and its so close to the Para3. I do however still love the feel of the Para 3 and how it fits in my hand. But man, that Sage 5 is just a GREAT EDC knife.

[@mildmannerededc]

Totally hear you on the Para 3. Really love all the variations you can get it in. I prefer the Sage 5, but do wish Spyderco would offer it with more steel and scale options. Thanks for checking out the video Gary.

[@wills.8662]

there are always aftermarket pocket clips that facilitate a deeper carry option for the Para3. most notably Lynch NW (northwest) and MXG brands. I have experience with the Lynch NW clip on a Delica 4 and it's very nice and has a lifetime guarantee. I have seen good things said about the MXG clip in other youtube videos about the Para3 concerning the stock vs aftermarket clips as well.

[@pauljosephbuggle3722]

The Chaparral frn is the best for me. Light, slicey, affordable with a great backlock and easy to carry are the attributes I look for. Big knives are really EDC in any real sense.

[@mildmannerededc]

The Chaparral is definitely both a great Spyderco and EDC option. Really appreciate you checking out the video and commenting. All the best!

[@plainscrafter5374]

Great video. I love the Sage series. I have the 1 and the 5 and am sorely tempted by the Maxamet Sage variant and the Kapara, but I really don't need any more knives.

[@floridamanknives]

I have recently posted my Top 10 Spydercos!! I love to see other people’s opinions on this. Also the Mr. Freeze bit cracked me up 😂 Edit: Great lineup! I have handled the Caribbean while fishing in a tournament offshore and it’s fantastic. The Ikuchi and Sage 5 LW have really interested me lately too so I loved to see them on your list! 👍🕷🔪

[@mildmannerededc]

It's a cool vid! Folks get on over to my man's channel and check out his Spyderco Top Ten!!

[@mannyz5307]

Those are interesting choices. I think the Kapara is the only choice that I agree with. Different strokes...

[@mildmannerededc]

Hahaha. Right on! That's the fun of the hobby. Appreciate you checking out the vid.

[@unclecow]

great selection dude

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks Josh! Appreciate you checking it out.

[@unclecow]

@@mildmannerededc always dude

[@eddieking2976]

My five most carried Spyderco Knives. 1. Endura 4 2. Resilience 3. Tenacious 4. Native Chief 5. Matriarch 2

[@mildmannerededc]

Cool list! Definitely some great ones in there. Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@courtneysteeves7817]

Hundred pacer is the only spider I carry.

[@mildmannerededc]

The Hundred Pacer is a very cool and unique knife... super slicer. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@uckBayNguyen]

I have small/medium hands and my top five: 1. Dragonfly. I like the backlock and it's small size can go anywhere. 2. Meerkat. Great for office work cutting straps and paper. 3. Native 5. Best ergonomic and fits nice in the hand. 4. Lil Native. The classy EDC when I'm out and about. 5. Delica 4. The go to when the job gets messy. As for scales, I really like the feel and lightness of FRN. On my wish list: techno 2

[@beyproctor7673]

Great list of 5 Spyderco knives! I love the flipper/roller on the Ikuichi. It reminds me of the flipper on the Smock, unobtrusive and carry comfortable. I only have 8 Spyderco knives , so my list would be just what I have on hand; Kapara, Para 3 (Maxamet), PM2 (S110V), Spydiechef, Dragonfly (20CV), Squeek (Titanium and Elmax), Squeek (pink), Smock. I had to keep going back and editing my list to add another one!

[@mildmannerededc]

That's a great set of Spydercos! I wasn't sure I'd like the Ikuchi, but I love it. Smock is still one of the most unique EDC knives out there. Thanks for watching!

[@conductorcammon]

Cool idea for a vid. Thanks

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks very much Aaron, appreciate the feedback!

[@tonydavis5053]

4 out of 5 is pretty good

[@jeremyspaulding7735]

A great selection. I don't have alot of spyderco knives but the few I have I enjoy. The sage 5 is one I've always considered. Great video 👍

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks very much for watching as always man! That Sage 5 is definitely worth a look.

[@sameertouqan9812]

Awesome list, minus the manix 2 lightweight. I've tried to like it, and just can't. Keep up the good work, brother!

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks for checking out the video! Yeah it seems to be kind of a love it or hate it type of knife. It's quirky. Appreciate the support.

[@keats27]

What was your hangup with the Manix 2 LW? I don't own that one, but given all the good reviews, am considering it. Seems...redundant with my PM2.

[@OneMinuteKnifeReview]

Don’t know how I wasn’t subscribed! The travel I have is the squeak.....think I may do a response video if ok as most of the knives I have are spydercos.

[@mildmannerededc]

By all means, yes please do, I'd love to watch it. That's the fun of all this. Really appreciate the support!

[@GBall_Vision]

My 5 based off your list would be 1) Delica 4 20cv 2) PM2 20cv 3) spyopera m390 4) Smock M4 5) para 3 maxamet

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

Great video

[@mildmannerededc]

Thanks very much sir! Appreciate the kind words and glad you enjoyed the vid.

[@silverwiskers7371]

I also resisted SPYDERCOs myself, then I bought a TENACIOUS, and, I was addicted, now I'm on a quest to buy as many as I can when I can, there is one budget knife you never hear about "THE ASTUTE" it can hold its own against any of the SPYDERCO's its a 3" bldade and 4" closed and 7" overall, it is the perfect EDC in my opinion, anyone collects SPYDERCOs it's a must have,,

[@ghostkeeper5910]

Sage in maxamet is crazy sharp

[@xancore8]

My favorite is the Native 5 LW.. call me old fashion but I love the strength of lock backs and that strong snap sound. I always slow roll open my knives anyways.. plus I am a DLC guy. I agree the Sage 5 is nice. I like the spyderco models without the hump in the blade, that’s why I never took to the PM2 / Para 3 / Delica.

[@mildmannerededc]

Native 5 could easily be swapped into my list. It's an awesome EDC option and comes in so many cool variations. Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@dougbiagi220]

I am a Kapara fan, my favorite Spyderco EDC for too many reasons to list. I haven't found a task it can't perform!

[@mildmannerededc]

I'm right there with ya! It's an excellent knife! Thanks for checking out the vid.

[@zacharysherry2910]

Dragonfly 2 is the best spyderco knife. For large one...maybe Manix

[@keats27]

Mine are: PM2, Dragonfly 2, Yojimbo 2, Native Chief, Chaparral lightweight--respect to Manix 2 and Tenacious in S35VN---my categories were all-around, mini, combat/tactical, slicey beast, EDC under 3"

[@mildmannerededc]

Great categories and love the choices. Thanks watching and sharing!

[@AlistairPhillipsFolders]

Great to see the Kapara make an appearance.

[@mildmannerededc]

How could it not?! Still my favorite Spyderco by a good distance. Makes my day that you watched the vid, sir.

[@chaddamron3877]

Great mix 👏👏👏

[@mildmannerededc]

Thank you! Appreciate you checking out the video.

[@nathannettik685]

Great video, good lineup. I go with my Domino for edc and the GB2 for hard use.

[@mildmannerededc]

I've always been interested in the Domino. Never owned one, but love the looks. GB2 is an excellent hard use option. I have the Advocate, love his blade designs, didn't include that one though because it's discontinued. Thanks very much for the kind words and for checking out the vid.

[@knifelore1647]

I only own about 5 so kinda not sure, but from what I have handled, the Amalgam diffently #1, the Resilience #2, The Police ,#3 the Smock#4 the PM2 #5, the Smock would be #1 or close, but its just so small.

[@jakefromohiostate]

I think I miss out on a lot of good designs because the compression lock feels completely awkward to me. Specifically that Caribbean...which looks like a really upgraded Tenacious! My list would definitely have the Native 5...I suppose in the Sage 5 spot. And probably the Alcyone somewhere. Great discussion video...so many options and Spyderco always drums up heated opinions.

[@darreldodds8824]

The sage line has five different locking mechanisms so undoubtedly there is one for you.

[@fubardilligaf3768]

I currently have a Sage 5 LW and a Smock. Kapara and Manix 2 are on my wish list. 5th might be a Lil Native or maybe a Para 3 in a super steel.

[@mildmannerededc]

Awesome! The Smock is definitely a cool option. I'm intrigued by your Lil Native idea, especially for the first category. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@valleygrown_dieseltech3444]

Safe 5 lw is my first Spyderco then the ikuchi and then the manix , smock and just ordered a pm2 finally

[@ronaldroberts1992]

I never was really into spyderco but then saw chaparral and own 2 of them and the same for dragonfly.

[@mildmannerededc]

Both excellent knives and were very close to being on my list, especially the Chapp. Appreciate you checking out the vid.

[@matusknives]

I really enjoyed the video and I can only say that those are some excellent choices. But since you asked - these would be my top 5: 1) Urban - I would pick it too, pity that it seemed to be standing in the shadow of UKPK which is available in 3 steels and is even lighter. But Urban in Spy27/LC200N/S90V or similar would make me pick one immediately. And please, not black. 2) Sage 5 - I have not tried yet and optically I prefer Para 3 LW, but many praise how ergonomic the Sage 5 is. I need to try one out. At the moment I have Brouwer to cover (1) and (2). I absolutely love it, only wish the blade was a bit thinner. But it is super smooth and sits perfectly in hand. Yes I have MXG clip on it. SpyOpera could be another contender, though the pinned construction feels weird a bit. The blade is thin and slicy (the grind is a bit hollow) 3)Ikuchi - would not be my pick. I agree that Spyderco does not have anything closer to office carry, but to me it is too long and too pointy. I would probably go with something like Mnandi, ZT 0235, Quite Carry iQ, etc. 4) Kapara - I can't get over that skinny blade. Spyderco does not really make dedicated slicers, I guess I would just pick some bigger one that I like ... I do my own regrind. But Kapara has the best made finger choil - I was wishing for something like that. Maybe I just need to get my hands on one to try it out. 3D shaped carbon scales and Taichung production with a compression lock - there is a lot of value there. GB2 is a great slicer, though not really great for kitchen use. 5)Caribbean - the drop point version is on my short list actiually. But I am just having a complete meltdown over Schempp Bowie (just try to get your hands on one) so I will most likely get that one. I know that Caribbean (or even Stretch or PM2) makes more sense, but I am just hooked on the Schempp Bowie. If I find the excuse (and budget), then I will get the Caribbean. I love the looks and design. Right now (4) and (5) is covered by a thinly reground (not my work) Cold Steel American Lawman in XHP. It cuts like a dream, but I may need to reshape the handle if I decide to keep it. And I would even add one more category - workshop knife. Here I need a blade with not too much belly, acute tip and good edge retention. Easy deployment. 6)Manix/Endela/Native Chief. I got the Native Chief in Rex 45, but it feels too long (otherwise a fantastic knife). Manix has the perfect shape, but the handle of LW did not fit my hand. Endela in k390 would work too, just don't love the shape. I am even thinking of Para 3 or PM in Maxamet. I am still on the search. I may do a blade chop on the Native Chief if I won't find a different knife that would suit me better. So, there you go. Long video yields long comments :p

[@mildmannerededc]

Awesome!! Great comments. You mentioned a couple that I had on and off the list before I settled on this 5. The GB2 is an excellent slicer and ergos are great, action can be weird. The SpyOpera was my favorite new Spyderco last year and I still love it. I need to just buy a Lawman, nobody ever says anything bad about it. Thanks for the thoughtful discussion and for checking out the vid.

[@matusknives]

@@mildmannerededc There is one 'bad' thing about the (2nd hand) Lawman I have - because the way the lock is made (it requires a lot more travel at the lock-face than a regular back-lock, that forces the lock pivot further back and thus makes is hard to depress the lock bar, because you have very little leverage. So for me the knife is one-hand-opening, but two-hand-closing. But the knife was sandblasted (no black parts left) what might have influenced the action.

[@pauljosephbuggle3722]

No Chaparral?

[@matthuck378]

My favorite budget Spyderco isn't technically a Spyderco. It's the Byrd Crow 2...Which is essentially a Para 3, IMO, but $50 instead of over $100. I own too many Spyderco's, though (Or not enough). I have a Dragonfly (s30v version), Delica (SUS 310/V-toku 2 version), Chaparral (Rafir Noble), Sliverax, Panchenko Dog Tag (blue and green one), Positron (orange G10), Roadie, and the Meerkat. I want to like the compression lock, but it's annoying to access if you're left-handed. It basically makes the knife a 2-handed closer.

[@sunnyrachelsson3169]

Small knife-meerkat Edc-gayle Bradley 2 Office- sage 2 Slicer- spydiechef Hard use- shaman

[@mildmannerededc]

Great list! Thanks for sharing and for checking out the vid.

[@RawdTheFormerVirgin]

I really like my Sage 1.

[@traditionallarry5378]

My 5 Spyderco are a Delica,Chaparral with Raffir Noir scales a Tenacious,the Enders and for real discrete carry the Chicago.

[@mildmannerededc]

Great 5! Some interesting choices there. Intrigued by the Chicago... very intrigued. Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@rickkerans8485]

Very interesting choices. I don't have 5 Spderco with enough differences to do this list. I do know my hard use one would definately be my Shaman. Go anywhere and office would probably be my Chapparel. The tenacious possibly for slicing but would prefer to get the Cheif. I do like this idea would like to see you do it on other brands.

[@mildmannerededc]

Hi Rick. The Shaman was a contender for the hard use spot, it's an awesome knife. I prefer the ugly Caribbean though for the rustproof qualities. Chap is easily one of the best EDC options out there. Thanks for commenting and I'm glad you liked the topic, I'll see if I can pull another one together on another brand.

[@caseytyler8326]

Travel blade: Spyderco roadie (size isn’t an issue for me. 50 bucks Daily edc: the sage 5 for me as well to me it demolishes para 3 Dress, I’d go with either the ikuchi or the spyOpera Slicing beast: between Gayle Bradley and kapara close battle Tough knife ? The spyderco tuff 😌 it’s a beast

[@mildmannerededc]

This is an excellent list of 5! Roadie is a great little travel companion. I don't carry my SpyOpera as much as I should, I really like that knife. Ha! Spyderco Tuff indeed. Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@caseytyler8326]

@@mildmannerededc I need Spyderco to make some sprints of the sage 5 tho it’s my favorite knife beside the 945

[@mildmannerededc]

You are preaching to the choir! Part of the reason I think it's so under the radar is because Spyderco doesn't give it any Sprint Run love. It's a great platform! I loaned the knife to a buddy the other day for him to check out (not a big knife guy) and so far he's loving it.

[@caseytyler8326]

@@mildmannerededc a titanium scale or micarta with m390 or 20cv maybe :/ somebody is bound to have a connection with Spyderco that can make this happen

[@ShastaMcNasty0226]

I actually own both the Paramilitary 3 and the Sage 5. My sage is actually the carbon fiber version so only slightly heavier than the Sage 5 lightweight. I completely understand the concept of "To each their own" but personally IMO they both amazing.

[@mildmannerededc]

Para 3 is a great knife and I love that it comes in so many options. Would love to see Spyderco offer more variations of the Sage 5. Thanks for watching.

[@pauldayton5285]

Manix 2XL 💯❤‼️

[@michaelniedorf8046]

I have a domino 2 paramilitary 2 3 para 3 a delica and endura a ladybug a tenacious a manix 2 lightweight translucent blue a sage 3 blue g10 and a sage 5 a chaparral and a darn dao and probably a couple others

[@mildmannerededc]

Great set of Spydercos!! Thanks for watching.

[@rustyknifelover4463]

Not in order Shaman, Para 3, Spydiechef, Manix 2XL, PM2.

[@mildmannerededc]

Great list of 5 man. Hard to argue with any of those.

[@parkercarroway57]

Love the spyderco “coochie”time stamp on the video 😂

[@raletky]

I hate to be that guy, but you could just buy a Benchmade Osborne 940, maybe put some fancier scales on it, put a 16° back bevel on it, and follow that with a 18° micro bevel and you've got one knife for every occasion. I know. I'm no fun.