Tell me about the Para-Military

fishshooter · #1

I've been eyeballing these for a time. The local dealer doesn't carry them, and I haven't seen one in person. Is it reasonably stout without liners ? Has it ever been produced on other than G-10 ? I thought I read that there was another version in the pipe. If so, what are the improvements ? It is a full flat grind right ? Thanks-

ront · #2

Hi fishshooter, first off, welcome to the forums. We are glad you are here and hope you enjoy your stay!!
I would like to suggest that you use the search function and you will find a heap of info about the Para. It is an extremely popular knife. It is very light and very strong. It DOES have imbedded steel liners! G-10 is the only way it has been produced I believe. It's compression lock is very strong.
Here is some additional reading for you.
http://outdoors-magazine.com/s_article. ... rticle=250
http://www.physics.mun.ca/~sstamp/knive ... itary.html
Here are some pics of mine.

Ron

fishshooter · #3

Thanks Ron ! Especially to pic with the Delica. I was under the impression it was a good deal longer. I've got a couple of Delicas and find the overall length perfect for carry. Good to know about the liners, I guess I misread the specs sheet.

yablanowitz · #4

The liners are not full, but in my opinion are enough. The knife is quite strong without being heavy, making it a real winner for a working every day carry knife. Sal has asked for input on possible refinements, but I have not seen any timetable for when it might occur. I don't recommend waiting for the next one, get one now (and then when the refined model comes out, get it too! :D )

Welcome to the forums

SunTzu · #5

First and formost,welcome to the forums!! :D I have had my para less than a week and I love it, I dont see it leavin my pocket for a long time. I suggest that if you have been eyeballing it for a while and you have the funds to do so that you buy one right away. If you like the delica I think youll like the para more.
SunTzu.

Fred Sanford · #6

They are freaking awesome knives. I've got another one coming as I type this. I will also be buying a 3rd one with a black blade in a couple months.

I love 'em. :D

Zac · #7

They are great knives. They use the best steel, best handle material, and one of the best locks with blade geometry which is unbeatable. Pick one up!

markIVbigblock · #8

I too have been looking at the paramillie but I would like one in carbon fiber does anyone know if there is a carbon fiber paramillie in the works or should i just forget about it for now and go for a military in CF

Aaron

GronK · #9

markIVbigblock wrote:I too have been looking at the paramillie but I would like one in carbon fiber does anyone know if there is a carbon fiber paramillie in the works or should i just forget about it for now and go for a military in CF

Aaron

Go with the CF Military! I let my regular Mil get away from me a few years ago and have missed it a lot. Picked up a CF last weekend and am really happy with it. I had forgotten how marvelous it is to carry a full sized light weight knife. The Peeled Ply (?) CF is the best handle material ever.

TK · #10

Get one (or two :D ), best knife ever made IMO. You won't be disappointed.

Plowboy · #11

The Para is a great knife. As has already been pointed out, the Para does have steel liners and when combined with G10 it is certainly strong enough for most work. In fact, I don't think there is any normal hard work that would phase the Para. I have one and like it very much. It is light, strong, has great blade steel and is not too big to carry comfortably. My only complaint is I wish it rode a bit lower when clipped in the pocket.

If you don't have one then it's simple....you should get one.

:)

Plowboy · #12

By the way, the lock is great too. It and the back lock are my two favorite lock designs.

Take a little time and study the compression lock...it's well done.

:)

Zac · #13

Plowboy wrote:By the way, the lock is great too. It and the back lock are my two favorite lock designs.

Take a little time and study the compression lock...it's well done.

:)

Well said...and also probably the hardest lock to accidently disengage.

SoCal Operator · #14

I know that the Para is meant to retain the Military's handle shape while giving it a shorter blade, but are the ergonomics exactly the same? The reason I'm asking is that I know of a shop that carries the Military, but not the Para, and I am leaning more toward the Para. Would handling the Millie give me a good idea of what the Para feels like? Thanks.

TK · #15

SoCal Operator wrote:Would handling the Millie give me a good idea of what the Para feels like?

Yes, it would. The handle of the Pare is a bit shorter than the Militray's. If you have a comfortable grip on the D4, you will love the Para.