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by mark greenman
Fri Apr 18, 2025 5:20 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cutlery Shop Military 2 Exclusive
Replies: 41
Views: 5467

Re: Cutlery Shop Military 2 Exclusive

ABX2011 wrote:
Thu Apr 03, 2025 11:54 am
I've seen reports of lock stick on mili 2s. Is this a widespread issue? Late lockup?
My S30V, purchased right after they were released, is textbook perfect comp lock. Zero stick, axis lock style flip open / flip closed fidget factor.
by mark greenman
Fri Mar 28, 2025 7:46 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)



How's the draw compared to a stock g10 millie?



I don't get how it's any rougher than regular G10. It feels like fabric to me, if that makes sense. It's textured but kind of soft feeling. It's not as aggressive as peel ply carbon fiber.


I wonder if the grip enhancement only appears when ...
by mark greenman
Fri Mar 28, 2025 6:54 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cutlery Shop Military 2 Exclusive
Replies: 41
Views: 5467

Re: Cutlery Shop Military 2 Exclusive

restless ghost wrote:
Thu Mar 27, 2025 5:38 pm
This or the 15v for a first millie?
I'd say the Magnacut Salt that just got released, or the S90V sprint as they are still available.

Those seem like the 2 'ultimate' expressions of the Millie concept.
by mark greenman
Thu Mar 27, 2025 4:50 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)


that's becauee it is small! shorter than an endura blade length wise.


Yep, although I recently stumbled across a "reblade" custom PM2 where they have boosted the edge length to comparable to a Millie.

https://www.reddit.com/r/spyderco/comments/16izvsi/a_special_one_for_you_today_rex_121_pm2 ...
by mark greenman
Wed Mar 26, 2025 6:03 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)

Our first 'real' photos of the Mil2Salt, looks quite stylish yet tactical. I could see Q issuing James Bond one of these in a future film.

https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-1tyihs272l/images/stencil/1280x1280/products/13224/31834/3-25-2025-late-753__62950.1742935864.jpg?c=2

https://cdn11 ...
by mark greenman
Wed Mar 26, 2025 3:47 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)

ejames13 wrote:
Wed Mar 26, 2025 3:23 am
Is the texture really that much more aggressive than the standard G10? I've never held one of the new salt models in hand.
I'm quite curious as well, would be great if its really a 'lock in' no slip grip.

It certainly looks really cool, which is the most important aspect.
by mark greenman
Tue Mar 25, 2025 1:34 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)

Nemo3000 wrote:
Tue Mar 25, 2025 5:59 am
Carpenter ? You mean Crucible, right ? CPM Magnacut is not Carpenter made.
Yes, sorry, got my 'C' companies mixed there.
by mark greenman
Tue Mar 25, 2025 5:23 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)


Military2 Salt Black Blade:
Spyderco.com... https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details/C36GMCBK2/Military-trade-2-Salt-reg-BLACK-G-10-CPM-MAGNACUT-BLACKBLADE/2627

Nashville Tactical Lounge... https://nashvilletacticallounge.com/spyderco-military-2-salt-series-folder-black-g10-body-w-cpm-magnacut ...
by mark greenman
Mon Dec 23, 2024 5:47 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Comparison between Endura 4 and Military 2
Replies: 28
Views: 3410

Re: Comparison between Endura 4 and Military 2

The G10 Endura was a really nice blend between the efficient size of the Endura, and the comfy G10 handle/higher quality feel of the Military.

One of the best general purpose pocket knives Spyderco ever made.

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by mark greenman
Mon Nov 11, 2024 7:44 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 CF s90v sprint run
Replies: 190
Views: 31301

Re: Military 2 CF s90v sprint run


https://i.imgur.com/Kd96pbY.jpg


Superb pic. The peel ply CF is such a nice, subtle class enhancement while still remaining functional.

It would be nice to see it used beyond just the rare S90V sprint; I could see them being sold just as grips by spyderco as an upgrade.

...

I received my ...
by mark greenman
Fri Nov 01, 2024 7:54 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 CF s90v sprint run
Replies: 190
Views: 31301

Re: Military 2 CF s90v sprint run


Inbound from Knife Works!

5% off, free shipping and no sales tax= $279.30 out the door!

https://knifeworks.com/spyderco-military-2-peel-ply-cf-4-0-s90v-c36cfp2-sprint-run/


Just snagged, thank you so much.

Regretted not getting the S90V Mil1 when they were released many years back.

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by mark greenman
Tue Oct 15, 2024 3:51 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence
Replies: 208
Views: 38359

Re: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence

Another cool application for the Temperance would be as the first production blade using HIC ceramic, as the handle is non metallic.

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by mark greenman
Tue Oct 15, 2024 3:41 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence
Replies: 208
Views: 38359

Re: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence


Anybody got any idea as to how fast these TEMP 1 Sprint models are selling? I just got news I'll be getting funds on the 02 of November. I just hope they don't sell out before then.

The TEMP1 has been my favorite fixed blade going all the way back to 2004 when I got my first two. They say :"if ...
by mark greenman
Thu Oct 10, 2024 1:23 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Spyderco Wins: Leaf Shaped Blades Most Efficient
Replies: 8
Views: 2324

Re: Spyderco Wins: Leaf Shaped Blades Most Efficient

What matters more to me is blade shape / handle interface and how that impacts how much cutting edge can be put into the material.

This is especially apparent on a flat surface.

Let's say you're cutting carpet off a flat floor. With a wharncliffe or hawbill, you could have a 1" blade or a 4 ...
by mark greenman
Tue Oct 08, 2024 8:20 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence
Replies: 208
Views: 38359

Re: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence


I'm tempted over and over as well. I think it's a good price for this knife, but the Jumpmaster 2 has me covered.


I think a Temperance XL pairing the current Temp handle with a ~6", FFG blade, would stand out more in the current Spyderco lineup.

Not sure if the blade could be upsized without ...
by mark greenman
Tue Oct 08, 2024 4:06 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)


Scored a SE from REC today.

Haven't had a chance to do much with it but I did flip the clip around just to see if it makes much difference for me, and since I've always been a supporter of tip down for a Military I'm challenging myself to find out if I'm right.

What's immediately obvious is ...
by mark greenman
Tue Oct 08, 2024 3:43 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence
Replies: 208
Views: 38359

Re: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence

Nice review of the previous temp:

by mark greenman
Fri Oct 04, 2024 5:32 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence
Replies: 208
Views: 38359

Re: Cruwear Lightweight Temperence

Welp, you guys sold me. My previous attempts at willpower have fallen, snagged a SE Temp last night.

Will report back once it arrives.
by mark greenman
Wed Oct 02, 2024 3:26 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)

I do tend to prefer a shallower scallop (I first noticed this effect / style on the Endura Wave SE). However a bit spikier like the Ayoob Gen 1 also cuts very well, and has a lot more 'bite' into materials like carpet, or plants.

Both the Ayoob 1 and Ayoob 2 perform well; something right in between ...
by mark greenman
Tue Oct 01, 2024 6:53 pm
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)
Replies: 1500
Views: 271190

Re: Military 2 Discussion (Merged)

Clearest pics so far; looks toothy :bug-red-white

Looking forward to hearing how it performs; I'm probably going to have to wait till Christmas for mine.

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