Spyderco Paramilitary 2 C81GPDBL2 Folding Knife

• CPM S110V offers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance
• The Compression Lock is robust, safe, and easy to operate with one hand
• Dark Blue G‑10 is lightweight, durable, and pleasantly textured even in wet conditions
• The four-position clip allows flexible carry for both right- and left-handed users
• Made in the USA guarantees strict quality control
• The improved pivot and jimping enhance ergonomics and handling
• 🔴 Limitations
• S110V is very hard, sometimes prone to chipping, and difficult to sharpen — it requires diamond or ceramic sharpeners
• The aggressive G‑10 texture can wear pockets — smooth aftermarket scales are one possible solution
• 💬 The community says
• „As someone who daily carries the S110V PM2, I really like the steel. It holds an edge for a freakishly long time…“
• „The chipping issues are way overstated… I’ve never had an issue with chipping when used as a tool.“
• „It is freaking awesome!“
• Users praise its edge retention and robustness, while also noting the steel’s sensitivity and the need for careful handling.

• Sharpen with diamond/ceramic, maintain an angle of ~17°
• Lubricate the pivot and Compression Lock to keep them operating smoothly
• Check and tighten Torx screws if needed; disassemble and clean regularly
• Smoothing the G‑10: if pocket wear becomes excessive, address it by polishing or using smooth scales
• ❤️ Emotional appeal

PM2 Dark Blue is a symbol of modern EDC — robust, beautiful, and it leaves a feeling of strength and confidence in your hands. The blue color adds distinctive style while remaining discreetly professional in use. Its durability and quality will please both practical users and knife enthusiasts.

• Final verdict

The Spyderco Para Military 2 C81GPDBL2 ranks among the very best of modern EDC: it combines CPM S110V steel, the Compression Lock, dark blue G‑10, and USA manufacturing. If you want a high-performance, stylish, and reliable knife capable of handling demanding tasks, the PM2 Dark Blue is an excellent choice. For greater toughness you may also consider versions in Cruwear or SPY27, but S110V stands out for its exceptionally long edge retention.