KnifeJoker translucent manix2 lw

[Mr Blonde]

I have a soft spot for lightweight designs with colored handles, so this was a no-brainer for me; great knife!

[T.J.]

Mine arrived today. Fit and finish are perfect, action is great as well. Never had a problem with a M2LW. This one is no exception.

[Dan In MI]

They look awesome. I now want one.

[Senfkarte]

They look awesome. I now want one.

They are still in stock

https://theknifejoker.com/product/spyde ... -cpm-20cv/

[Lucabrasi]

Mine arrived today. It’s just about free dropping, forgot how great the ergos were. Very happy with this one. Was at a different stage in my knife hobby when I sold my s110v model. Definitely now have more appreciation for this one.

Still wish it packed a bit more sharpened edge for the handle sized, but regardless this knife is built for the hand and for work. Happy I went for it.

[Abyss_Fish]

More and more tempting as time goes on. If it's still in tomorrow I may have to go for it...

[Dan In MI]

If it's still in tomorrow I may have to go for it...

You and me both!

[ladybug93]

it gets a little harder every day, but i don't need another lw manix. i need a g10 manix.

[z1r]

it gets a little harder every day, but i don't need another lw manix. i need a g10 manix.

Picked up a G10 Manix yesterday, so I HAD to get me a LW! Ordered one of these today! Love the color and expect to love the steel.

[Bdubs808]

Did anyone mention those scales also resemble the N64?

[Menipo]

It sells at a price lower than that of the SPY27 version. Isn't 20cv superior to SPY27? :confused:

[awa54]

It sells at a price lower than that of the SPY27 version. Isn't 20cv superior to SPY27? :confused:

In edge retention yes, but "superior" is a subjective thing... I haven't tried SPY27 yet, but if it had even better edge stability and was easier to get a blazing sharp fine edge on then I'd call SPY27 superior, even though it has worse edge retention in test cutting media. It does seem that SPY27 is slightly cheaper on average though. Plus I think exclusives have their price set by the shop/distributor that commissions them, so they often seem to have slightly discounted prices compared to regular production models at MAP.

That said, M390 family steels are considered by many to be near the top tier of stainless offerings. I like it (and analogs) for the ease of sharpening and excellent fine edge retention, it's everything I was led to believe ZDP 189 would be (and more), but ZDP and I have never hit it off

[Menipo]

It sells at a price lower than that of the SPY27 version. Isn't 20cv superior to SPY27? :confused:

In edge retention yes, but "superior" is a subjective thing... I haven't tried SPY27 yet, but if it had even better edge stability and was easier to get a blazing sharp fine edge on then I'd call SPY27 superior, even though it has worse edge retention in test cutting media. It does seem that SPY27 is slightly cheaper on average though. Plus I think exclusives have their price set by the shop/distributor that commissions them, so they often seem to have slightly discounted prices compared to regular production models at MAP.

That said, M390 family steels are considered by many to be near the top tier of stainless offerings. I like it (and analogs) for the ease of sharpening and excellent fine edge retention, it's everything I was led to believe ZDP 189 would be (and more), but ZDP and I have never hit it off

Thanks for the explanation, David. I have been convinced by a couple of forumites to add a M2LW to my collection. I was seriously considering the SPY27 version till i saw this thread. The price of the KnifeJoker traslucent 20cv + shippment + taxes and import duties when it enters the custom territory of the European Union is similar to the price of a SPY27 version acquired at one of the European online stores. 3 euros (4.60 USD) higher to be precise.

I think I'll go for the SPY27 because I already have a 20cv blade in my collection.

As to ZDP 189, it is out of my radar screen, poor (or lower) corrosion resistance is a game stopper for me. :D

[Dan In MI]

The FOMO is probably gonna get me on this one...

[z1r]

The FOMO is probably gonna get me on this one...

I'm all too familiar with that!

[JRinFL]

It sells at a price lower than that of the SPY27 version. Isn't 20cv superior to SPY27? :confused:

Don’t forget that Spy27 is a relatively low production exclusive steel for Spyderco. It is more expensive than more readily available steels for that reason. Sal mentioned it awhile back.

[Menipo]

It sells at a price lower than that of the SPY27 version. Isn't 20cv superior to SPY27? :confused:

Don’t forget that Spy27 is a relatively low production exclusive steel for Spyderco. It is more expensive than more readily available steels for that reason. Sal mentioned it awhile back.

Thanks! It makes sense. I was not aware of that.

[Leksy]

I think I'll go for the SPY27 because I already have a 20cv blade in my collection.

Vice versa, and just have ordered that Manix,
and moreover... the s30v Endura. Couldnt stand that FOMO and spent all the budget :p

[Rinzler]

All these great pictures pushed me over the edge. I also like knives in 20cv...

[awa54]

Did anyone mention those scales also resemble the N64?

I'll always think of this knife as the M64 now