Reddit reviews Spyderco Manix 2 Lightweight Signature Folding Knife with 3.37" CTS BD1 Steel Blade and Translucent Blue FRCP Handle - PlainEdge - C101PBL2
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READY FOR ANYTHING - The Manix 2 is an extremely capable full-sized folder that is known for it's strength and performance. Its broad blade provides exceptional cutting power, while its textured index finger choil and thumb ramp allow a forward grip.LIGHT AND DURABLE - This Manix 2 handle is fabricated with Fiberglass Reinforced Co-Polymer. FRCP creates a tough, chemical and heat resistant handle that is extremely lightweight and versatile.DEPENDABLE - If you are looking for control and precision, look no more. This knife features our PlainEdge grind which is known for creating a smooth and exact cut.LOW FRICTION - This knife features a blade ground with flat bevels that extend from the spine all the way to the cutting edge. This grind reduces drag during cutting and decreases overall weight.HIGH-STRENGTH LOCK - The Ball Bearing Lock features a patented compressive lock that wedges a ball bearing between a fixed anvil and the blade tang. The mechanism also serves as a detent to hold the blade in the closed position.
Hi! And welcome!
I like the Gayle Bradley 2 in M4, and the BM Valet in M390, but they are both very expensive to start out with. The Shuffle II is kind of crappy - I'd definitely pass on that one. I have no experience with
the Bartender Defeder, but even the XL version looks too small, as is the Rodie. The Delica and Leek are great knives, and would likely be solid options (their ergonomics are better than their handle lengths suggest, especially the Delica). The CRKT M16 is ok, but it's not great (in my opinion). I've never handled CRKT's Endorser, but it looks like a solid choice.
My best suggestion is a RAT 1 in D2. It's 40 bucks and you get a very well-made knife in D2 (semi stain resistant and will hold an edge for a good long time). The AUS-8 version is good, too, but if you're cutting boxes, the D2 option will stay sharp way longer.
As for some other options, here are some good ones from CRKT:
Foresight - It's big and comfy in-hand, but it's expensive for the materials used (aluminum and AUS-8)
Shenanigan - lighter and cheaper than the Foresight, but with the same blade material (AUS-8)
Outrage - aluminum handle and 8Cr13MoV steel (similar to AUS-8, id est, reasonably stainless, decent toughness, ok-ish edge retention), ball bearing pivot (nice and smooth!)
Ripple - aluminum handle, 8Cr13MoV blade, ball bearing pivot
With these suggestions, it may seem like I'm a shill for CRKT, but I'm not. I'm just a fan of Ken Onion's designs and ergonomics. I also like:
Spyderco Endura - very good stainless steel in a lightweight package, with plenty of handle real estate
Byrd Cara Cara 2 - Spyderco's value brand (basically a cheap Endura with 8Cr13MoV steel instead of the excellent blade steel VG-10)
Spyderco Resilience - big and comfy (G-10 scales with 8Cr13Mov steel), and my daily carry at work
Spyderco Manix 2 - light and medium sized (they also make an XL version), with BD-1 (kinda similar to AUS-8, kinda)
Cold Steel Recon 1 Spear Point - a big knife with lots of grippy G-10 handle space. The CTS XHP steel is the bee's knees, and the Recon 1 is an excellent value, but it may be too expensive as a starting point.
Also, I'm sure some other folks will chime in, too. The guys & gals of /r/knifeclub are pretty knowledgeable and helpful.
Again, my number 1 suggestion is the RAT 1 in D2. It'll be hard to beat interms of construction, ergonomics, and utility.
Happy hunting!
Alright, cool. Well, to start off I EDC a Spyderco Stretch in VG-10 myself because it's a good compromise between a long, heavy knife and a short but light one. The liners in the thing are nearly nonexistent because of how thin and skeletonized they are, so even though the knife has a 3.5" blade it still only weighs 3.4 ounces, which is awesomely light for a knife of that size. If you want, it also comes in ZDP-189 for a slight increase of price. What that means is that it will be more difficult to sharpen than the first one in VG-10, but will also hold an edge for longer. If you're capable of sharpening already, it's a toss up between the two but if you're inexperienced sharpening then I'd recommend the one in VG-10 for ease of learning. Finally, the knife is made by Spyderco, which is known for their incredible quality of construction, among other things. They have a decent but not outstanding warranty.
Next up is one of the most popular knives in that length and price range- the Benchmade Griptilian. At 3.45", this knife is in 154CM, which is similar to the previously mentioned VG-10 but is slightly harder (will hold an edge longer) and is generally a bit more sought-after than VG-10. The axis lock on the knife makes for a strong lock that can easily stand up to harder use and still be easily opened and closed one-handed. At 3.82 ounces, it's slightly heavier than the Stretch but still a fantastic choice of knife. The knife company is known for their great warranty and customer service as well as for the quality of their knives.
Next up is the Spyderco Manix 2, which at 3.375" long in 154CM steel is a fantastic, if bulky, hard use knife. At 5 ounces, it's a bit heavy for most people to EDC but the ball-bearing lock will hold out far beyond what most would expect out of a folding knife. If you like the style but dislike the weight (and don't need a hard use knife as an EDC) you can also get the Manix 2 Lightweight which comes in BD1 steel. Unfortunately, BD1 isn't particularly fantastic but it's definitely a useable steel. At that price point, though, you'd be paying more for the locking system and Spyderco quality than for the steel in that particular knife.
Next in the lineup is the Kershaw Blur in S30V. S30V is, similar to ZDP-189, a very hard steel that'll do great things but be very difficult for a newbie at sharpening to get an edge on. The Blur is going to be lighter than the Manix 2 at 4 ounces and be the same length at 3.375". The knife is an assisted opener (meaning that a torsion spring inside the knife will propel it open quickly when you push on the thumb studs) and is made by Kershaw, a company renowned for their incredible warranty- if you ever break the Blur, they'll be happy to make it better for you.
Since this is a big wall of text, I'll end here for now. If you want more recommendations, though, I'll build you up another wall of text and another and another until you're satisfied.
Paramilitary 2, Manix 2 Lightweight
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Manix2-Translucent-PlainEdge-Knife/dp/B0051HLOV6
If you get this one from Amazon it's $75 with free shipping.
It's a bit more expensive than the standard ~$50 EDC knife, but I think for this price it's still a deal. They could be a LOT more expensive with how well they are made/their good steel.
If you save up I think it'd be worth it :) (just my opinion, I love mine. But I don't want you to be disappointed if you save.)
Looks like a Manix 2 Lightweight.
Yup. That's the one. There is also a Manix 2 lightweight you could look into. It's a lot lighter due to it having no steel liners. It's cheaper also!
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Manix2-Translucent-PlainEdge-Knife/dp/B0051HLOV6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376161674&sr=8-1&keywords=manix+2
I've been carrying this lately, and I love it. Probably one of the most user-friendly pocketknives I've ever used, and very well crafted to boot.
[Manix 2 lightweight with BD1] (https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Manix2-Translucent-PlainEdge-Knife/dp/B0051HLOV6?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entries*=0) but if your willing to pay just a little more I think the [CPM s110V] (https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-C101PDBL2-Pocket-Folding-8-Inch/dp/B00K3AO6S4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1466916024&sr=8-4&keywords=spyderco+manix+2+lightweight) one is way worth it.
Just to let you know, I can get this new on amazon for $72.67Not calling you out or anything just letting you know.>Usually ships within 1 to 2 months
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Here ya go friend
Spyderco Manix2 Translucent Blue FRCP PlainEdge Knife https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051HLOV6/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_4GFkub0ANXMXB