That’s awesome! Couldn’t agree more. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

I found using Teflon tape works better to secure the screws. It also allows for a much much easier disassembly.

It really is. The removal tool is a huge help, but so it’s not needing another tool lol. Very happy with this one overall. Thanks for checking it out

Lanyard hole at my manix 2 15v isnt even coming off. Was a pain in the ass to get new titanium scales on. 😂 But damn I love it!

That’s an awesome knife and steel combo! Thanks for stopping by!

Welcome! Happy to help. Thank you so much!

Thank you 🙏🏽 same boat here

Thank you so much! Sean rocks. Another tip for lock stick is to just sharpie the lock face. That worked on my Spydiechef. Really appreciate you stopping by brother!

Thank you brother! Yeah the lefty thing is cool, it’s not the same, but it’s easy to act like you can’t use it left handed when you actually can. Elegance in simplicity.

Thank you! That sounds awesome. Thanks for stopping by!

No argument here lol. Thanks brother! Good to see you, have a great day!

Thanks! It’s fantastic. Appreciate you stopping by!

Thanks! For sure brother! Thanks for watching!

Thanks Alex! That’s because you have excellent taste!

Thanks! It’s the only one I have. Wouldn’t hesitate to get another one. Have a great day!

@@edc4fun you too!

It’s fantastic. Great to see you Rusty. Have a good weekend!

Thank you so much brother! Really glad you enjoyed. Happy thanksgiving!

Me too. That sounds awesome! Thanks for stopping by!

Thank you

Lol it lives in my head rent free. You’re most welcome. Thanks for checking it out!

@@edc4fun everyone love smooth jazz

@@TBEDC haha for real tho

Thanks for checking it out. It really is an excellent steel. I have s45vn also and really like it. Cruwear definitely edges it out for me though.

Totally agree. Thanks for watching!

Well said, thanks for watching!

Ford GTs suck

Thanks for watching!

Thank you so much bro! Have a great day!

Thanks! I have a few examples of 20cv and absolutely love it. Probably my favorite overall. Have a great weekend!

Definitely. Thanks!

Thanks bro. Rex 45 is great too. I had a para3 in that steel and it was fantastic. Appreciate you stopping by. 🇺🇸👊🏽🙏🏽✌🏽

Knifecenter black Friday $150 pm2 crucarta

@@Daniel-td5ck I just ordered mine from knives plus for $134 sale might be about over now

Glad you got one! It’s a staple in my rotation. I originally thought I’d skinny mod mine and make some scales, but I really enjoy it as is.

Thank you very much! I think the color looks good too. Have a great day!

Thank you

Thanks! I would imagine they do. I wonder how a steel like lc200n or magnacut would do over there.

What’s up MiMo! Wow a shaman 1st that’s awesome. Overall length they’re about the same, but these are thinner all around. HOF for sure. Thank you, have a great day!

$400 as a first knife??

@@skubasteveskilla3316 Not first knife, first "Spyderco". Was not $400.

@@_MiMo_ You know what I meant and the ones I’ve seen are all around $350 at least .

@@skubasteveskilla3316 $200usd actually.

Excellent. Will keep that in mind. Same here for frog lube.

Can’t go wrong with that, I like s30v too. Knife center has the black Cruwear with smooth g10 handles and DLT has the black Cruwear with purple g10 (both have the standard nested liners, not like this one with full liners). Thanks for watching!

@@edc4fun yea but i want Burlap Micarta 😈

@@sprinkleddonuts6094 yeah can’t blame ya, micarta is my favorite handle material for sure

@@edc4fun i mean i could buy some Burlap Micarta handles. Buuuut i like my G10. Could buy a new PM2 and B.Micarta Scales buuuuut 🥴 yea

@@sprinkleddonuts6094 so many options lol all good tho

Yeah that’s how it goes with satin finish, but I like the worn look anyway.

@@edc4fun ya just that first one hurts haha now I cut sandbags for fun

@@isthebeeflol lol yep. Once you get that first one outta the way it’s on!

Totally agree. People were concerned when these were first released. I have yet to see where it’s been a problem. Thanks

It’s been 2 years now and doesn’t look much different. Guess I should rub some dirt and oil on it to make it look more “used” since actually carrying and using it doesn’t do it for you 🤣

Cruwear all day 👊🏽

@@edc4fun thank you. That settles it. Thank you for the super quick reply sir

I have both and they’re each 3.8 oz on my scale. The cutout size isn’t that different and makes no difference in my experience. Plus with the full liners you can do a skinny mod if you wanted and it’s easier to make your own scales, although I like these scales a lot. Thanks for watching!

@@edc4fun Glad to hear that the “CruCarta” version is no heavier, at least. Still thoroughly unimpressed with the changes they made to this particular model, though. Very few people want to make their own scales, when a huge variety of amazing aftermarket scales exist for EVERY other PM2. Anyway, it’s yer knaf. Glad ya like it.

@@sonofliberty78 lol yeah I hear ya on that. It’s really not much different overall and in the light of the success of the standard pm2 it can seem tame. A true testament to the standard design: they didn’t change much because they really didn’t have to.

@@edc4fun You should get a Lil Temperance3, (or LT3 LW), and review that. More people need to experience the sublime design of that knife. My LT3 kicked my PM2 outta my pocket months ago, and I carry it every day now. It’s that good. There’s a K390 LT3 LW that is “coming soon”. I’ll be buying that one too, just as soon as it’s available. 👍

@@sonofliberty78 that sounds awesome! I’ll have to keep an eye out for that one. Thanks!

Thanks! Since the liners in this model are full instead of nested like the standard pm2s you can’t swap the scales, but if you have a standard pm2 you can swap the blades and then swap the scales.

That’s funny, you’re the first person to mention it 😂 thank you!

Thanks. I’ve sharpened it since then and it took a very sticky edge. This knife is mostly used for processing wood. I have other spydercos that I’ve sharpened multiple times with no issue regardless of not having a sharpening choil. It’s really a preference thing. Thanks for stopping by!

Also, just noticed the Wiha driver! I actually ordered one of those as well and the bit selector set with a few extra t6 and t8 bits. Also I submitted a request to Wiha and they sent me an interesting response. I will put that here. “Did you know that a majority of modern day knife manufacturers have begun using Torx Plus fasteners? This is most likely the reason you are stripping your screws and rounding out bits! If you are unfamiliar with Torx Plus, it is quite similar to Torx, but the points are rounded, so it resembles a flower rather than a star! Typically, we do not replace bits under warranty as they are considered consumable or wear easily. However, due to the situation, we are happy to replace yours this one time! We will also throw in a IP6 (torx plus) bit for you to try out with your knife. I’ve put those on order for you and I expect they will ship in the next 2-3 business days!” Thought it was interesting that there is possibly different torx screws being used. Not sure if Spyderco uses them though?

Thanks! With Black Friday around the corner I’d keep my eye out for a sale on these. Last year they were as low as 140! Unless you never clean your blade I don’t think the corrosion is an issue.

@@DKL3825 that is very interesting. I’ve not heard that before. I haven’t had an issue with the torx on my american spydercos (I have with the Chinese tenacious) as far as I know it’s standard torx

FYI there’s a Crucarta pm2 on knafsale right now for 175

Thanks. I haven’t had any lock issues

Don’t mind the weeds at all my friend. There’s also something to be said about martensitic vs ferritic, etc. for most of us laymen the chromium content is enough to make us sound like we know what we’re talking about

Hi Jason! Wow you picked a great one! Acid & stonewashed is my favorite finish too. You could wait for one to come up on the secondary, but you may be better off finding someone to do it for you like Knathans Knives or knife modders. Another option would be to buy one new from Knives Plus. Also, if you’ve ever considered doing it yourself, buy some cheap knives to practice on before doing on the nice one. Thank you so much for watching hope to see you around again!

@@edc4fun appreciate all the help!!

@@vr6trooper for sure, you’re welcome!

The waiting game 😭

@@edc4fun The pain is real! 😂

@@rj_ofb part of me wants to get all the Cruwear models, but that’s less other stuff I can get lol

@@edc4fun Haha true, I kind of was like that with Maxamet. But I dont like the Manix 2 because it cant be opened for cleaning. No screws. 😭 Only cruwear I got is the anonimous, and I havent even tried it out yet. 😶

Nope, there a little flex but it’s never been an issue.

@@edc4fun is it crue wear far away from maxamet in edge retention,and others stuff? I’m stuck between para 3 maxamet and pm2 cruewear. Fidget factory is also important for me 😅

@@blackhole6834 maxamet has better edge retention, but Cruwear is tougher and easier to sharpen

That’s an awesome setup right there! I’m in the mid Atlantic and haven’t had any issues at all so you should be good to go. Is the lock stiff every time or just every so often?

@@edc4fun it’s sorta loosening up now afyer messing with it. but i love the knife just scared of rust bc the middle of NC gets hot and humid. i have heard that cruwear actually resists rust fairly well, but i have an s30v manix otw too which i’ll probably end up carrying a lot more

@@acid6urns I was surprised at how well it resists rust. Some people make it seem like it would just instantly rust and I’ve not had a spot on it. Every now and again I’ll put frog lube on it just in case. That’s awesome you’re getting a Manix 2; another one of my favorites.

Probably, I haven’t heard anyone else mention it, but I’m sure we aren’t the only ones.

What a cool gift! That action sounds like it needs to be adjusted though. The pivot is probably over tightened.

@@edc4fun when depressing the compression lock the blade moves freely and easily as it should, but when the little ball on the lock is touching the blade is when it's too much friction. Tried loosening the pivot screw to no avail. Maybe just underlubricated? Just seems odd straight out of the box.

@@alexsuydam7543 the locking tab might be bent over too far. Put some lubricant on the detent ball (KPL or similar product with a needle applicator is ideal). If that doesn’t help, you may want to consider either taking it apart and bending it back to relieve the tension or sending it back for warranty.

Thank you so much! I’d say it’s even a candidate for 1 knife for life. Good to see you brother. Have a great day!

@@edc4fun #1! Wow! good to see you too man. I have knives to review my friend. Been dying to do my thing. Looking forward to getting back on the saddle later.

@@edc4fun have a great one yourself.

@@FreedomFroggear well it’s a candidate, but not quite #1 yet lol.. so many knives, so little time. Hope you’re feeling better. Looking forward to seeing what you got.

Frog lube; I use it on all my blades.

The micarta on my zwear shaman did that. This one wasn’t as light when I got it and even now it’s still only a little darker than in this video. Sort of reminds me of how denim micarta reacts.

Thanks. Been a while since I put this together, but I’m sure that graphic probably just looked better or I might have just been saying something about Cruwear in general.

That stinks. Did you reach out to spyderco?

@@edc4fun I bought it though bladeHQ, so I’m unsure who I’m supposed to reach out to

I wouldn’t be happy either.. did you buy from an authorized retailer?

What are you using it for?

Thanks for watching! Do you have any Cruwear? I have several examples of m390 and it’s great, but I cut a lot of wood vs. cardboard and in my experience the Cruwear has held up way better.

Cool thanks

Whoa that’s bad.

Yeah.... not happy with spyderco.

@@paulnicholas5082 where did you buy it?

What are you cleaning it with?

Blade hq. Wd40...

Lol

One of my top favorite knives, thanks!

@@edc4fun you can do so much with these and just an all-around good knife!

@@jerrydonquixote5927 definitely, versatile blade shape, great size and very well built. Great all the way around!

@@edc4fun agreed! 👍🏻🙂

Great thanks

😆 or cologne

I don’t have my regular PM2 anymore to check, but the holes for the hardware might not line up. However, if you’re making your own flat scales to go on a standard PM2 I guess that would work. You may have to get creative with the fit and finish since the liners are designed to be nested, the perimeter will have some overhang. Either way if you go for it I bet you’d learn a lot. Experience is a great teacher. Start with cheap materials (or just buy enough to make another set if you screw up). Let me know if you do how it turns out.

@@edc4fun I’m going to just try it out and see how it plays out! I’ll post results when finished and I’ll make sure to let you know on this comment thread. Thanks for the quick response!

@@trashbagboy8913 that’s awesome! Thank you