Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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TCW wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 6:01 pm
Mine came today, a perfect specimen! Blade centered, action smooth, zero lock stick, with a push cutting factory edge.
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Those scales look a little funky.

Is that tip pretty thin?
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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Got mine yesterday... Scales look better in person IMO, but orange AWT in the mail :)
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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TCW wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 6:01 pm
Mine came today, a perfect specimen! Blade centered, action smooth, zero lock stick, with a push cutting factory edge.
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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LazyOutdoorsman wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 6:12 pm
Those scales look a little funky.

Is that tip pretty thin?
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The profile of the Wharncliffe tip is thicker than a standard PM2, similar to the width of a Manix 2. The grips while "funky" are surprisingly tactile and grippy. Overall, Spyderco did a fantastic job. Hopefully, a similar version will become standardized.
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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TCW wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 6:01 pm
Mine came today, a perfect specimen! Blade centered, action smooth, zero lock stick, with a push cutting factory edge.
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Sweet! Glad to hear it!
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Here is something everyone might enjoy watching seems to hint at a Para3 Wharncliffee in the works. https://www.youtube.com/live/e-efrwlxh6 ... f4NFTjNpeV
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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TCW wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 7:10 pm
LazyOutdoorsman wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 6:12 pm
Those scales look a little funky.

Is that tip pretty thin?
The profile of the Wharncliffe tip is thicker than a standard PM2, similar to the width of a Manix 2. The grips while "funky" are surprisingly tactile and grippy. Overall, Spyderco did a fantastic job. Hopefully, a similar version will become standardized.
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Thank you! She sounds like a good user
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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BeggarSo wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 8:53 pm
Here is something everyone might enjoy watching seems to hint at a Para3 Wharncliffee in the works. https://www.youtube.com/live/e-efrwlxh6 ... f4NFTjNpeV
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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BeggarSo wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 3:51 pm
silver & black wrote:
Sat Jan 10, 2026 3:43 pm
I was perusing BladeBinge a while ago. I came across the very recently released PM2 Warncliff in Rex 121 for only $599.00 :eye-roll
Lol yeah look on Ebay the scalpers are trying to find the "Sucker Price" last I saw it was between 400 and $600 yet no Wharncliffes, hmmm...

I get it there may be buyers remorse and Ebay takes so much out of the sale now but $4 to 600.00 isn't trying to break even.

Using an ebay Calculator figuring $10.00 for shipping and 7% sales tax here are the results when the knife cost $265.
The seller's fee on BladeBinge is right around 8%
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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It's disappointing to see videos showing lock stick on these knives.
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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No lock stick on either of mine, Tool steel blade might try putting some frog lube on it.
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No lock stick on mine.
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EDC today.
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Well a not so favorable report, looks like there may be some issues at the factory with the Wharncliffee blades.

Mine looks good but the first 1/4 inch does not cut, it is not apexed correctly.

Fails the fingernail test blade slides right off.

The rest of the blade is well apexed and it sticks once you put it on the finger nail and won't move sideways.

Q.C. should be tighter than that.
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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I received my PM2 standard blade today. The scales are definitely different, in a good way. The blade is most definitely sharp... the whole blade. Unfortunately, it does have lock stick. I don't really care that much, as a few of my others had it and it worked out in use. I'm sure this will too. Now I have to get a Lynch clip for it. ;)
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My PM2 Droppoint came in and is sharp over the whole blade a friend of mine received a Wharncliffe version it does not have the Dullness starting at the choil and going forwward.

I guess it went the right person I have the tools to fix it.

Question does anyone know if fingernail polish will patina REX-121 or other tool steels? I usually coat the flats when sharpening to prevent diamonds from scratching the flats.

Will Acetone patina tool steel?
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Re: Jeff Loffer from Cutlery Shoppe the new PM2 in REX 121

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The lock stick on my knife is noticeably worse than any other knife I have had. I know I said I didn't care that much, but it is really bad. It makes a loud click when unlocking the blade. It seems to be getting worse. This is disappointing after really wanting this release. Can one of you experienced Spyderco guys advise me on how to fix this?
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silver & black wrote:
Tue Jan 13, 2026 6:45 pm
The lock stick on my knife is noticeably worse than any other knife I have had. I know I said I didn't care that much, but it is really bad. It makes a loud click when unlocking the blade. It seems to be getting worse. This is disappointing after really wanting this release. Can one of you experienced Spyderco guys advise me on how to fix this?
Try loosening the two T8 torx screws that hold the stop pin, then rotate the stop pin 45*, tighten down the screws (snug, not super tight), then try locking and unlocking the blade several times. Repeat as necessary.

It also can help to put a tiny drop of lube oil in the slot on the tang that the lock bar engages.
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Thank you 8th_Note . I'll give that a try.
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