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In Spyderco’s this is REX 76 for me, because of incredible edge taking/holding. Or 15V for even more edge retention and better availability.
CruWear closely behind, for incredible edge stability and flexibility.

And besides, I love MagnaCut with ~64 HRC.

PM2 REX76
Added a LynchNW satin clip, to the (already) awesome Rockscale scales.

1. PM2 REX76 | perfect ergonomics with amazing steel
2. Para 3 15V | easy to carry
3. Manix 2 CruWear | workhorse
4. Military 2 15V | cardboard destroyer
5. Native 5 Magnacut | when in need

Bodacious SPY27 deserves an honorable mention. It’s not pretty, but can replace a fixed blade in functionality.

Para 3 15V

Military 2 15V

Bodacious SPY27 & PM2 REX76
Both with Rockscale scales and backspacers, pretty neat. Especially the Bodacious feels much more grippy and balanced. The PM2 looks surprisingly similar to the G10 brick scales, but feels nicers.

Manix 2 CruWear

Titanium scales with a steel liner delete (makes the titanium version lighter than the G10/steel liner version), titanium ball cage, lighter spring, ceramic ball, titanium clip, titanium hardware and lanyard tube. Along with the CPM-15V steel, it's quickly becoming a favorite knife.

How stable ...

Amazing tool to be fair. The weight is perfect and it’s very strong. Magnacut makes it basically care free. I don’t use mine often, mostly for rope cutting or in a bag in case of emergency use.
As EDC I find it a bit dull and I SE a bit annoying, but that’s because I’ve too many options.

Native 5 Maxamet
An absolute patina monster, especially facing strawberries .

Manix 2 CruWear

PM2 REX76

PM2 CruWear

Para 3 15V

Para 3 Maxamet

Native 5 Maxamet

I’d invest in some easy to apply blade wax and oil.
Living at the coast I’m able to use any steel with a bit of care.
Treat yourself to a Para 3 in 15V and a new world will open for you.

Else, a Native 5 Magnacut can be a great addition (serrated or not). A true user with great ergonomics, no need ...

Got myself a Bodacious in SPY27, amazing cutting edge and functionality.
The G10 looks and feels amazing. However, it doesn't prove much grip compared to G10 on other Spyderco knives.
It seems like a hard use folder, but with the current scales I cannot hold on well.
I've ordered some titanium ...

PM2 REX76

Manix 2 CruWear