A damn fine folding knife for demanding use. As the name implies the Para Military was designed with military use in mind, straightforward design, and fantastic quality, these combined make this an extremely reliable folder for any use. S45 V steel blade, quite possibly the best knife steel in the world. If you want a folding knife to serve you for the rest of your days this here is a good choice! Made in Golden, Colorado, U.S.A.

Para Military 2 features

• Extremely strong construction, high quality materials and thick blade with Diamond-Like Coating.
• Medium size, closed length a bit over 12 cm / 4.7".
• Locking blade (Compression Lock mechanism) for user safety.
• Easy to open with the flick of your thumb.
• Typical Spyderco sleek and minimalistic design.
• Rough textured handle scales for great grip.
• Belt clip and lanyard hole for carrying.

S45V steel is fantastic stuff, not cheap but worth the extra coin for those looking for the best performance available. Basically, it handles like carbon steel, being easy to sharpen and having good edge retention but is still very resistant to rust like stainless steel. The good properties of both with none of the downsides!

As the name implies this is the second version of the Para Military. Spyderco has this to say:

Our 2010 Para Military 2 has several changes over the classic version. The G-10 handle is narrowed at the end improving the ergonomics. The handle and blade have been profile thinner; removing uncomfortable angles when in the closed position. It features a Compression Lock and an ambidextrous-friendly four-way clip that carries tip-up/tip-down, left/right-hand, and rests deeper in a pocket. We kept the same high-performance CPM S45V full flat-ground blade but we've also lengthened the blade's tip and added additional surface jimping to both the spine and finger choil. Implementation of a new Bushing Pivot System generates fluid action and more consistent manufacturing tolerances. A larger lanyard gives more options for carrying.

Made by Spyderco

Spyderco is a leading manufacturer of folding knives, known for their good quality and surprisingly wide price range. If you´re looking for "just a decent folding knife" or "the best of the best folding knives" Spyderco sure has something to offer you!

Made in the U.S.A.