Spyderco Southard Flipper vs Paramilitary 2
Published: 11 years ago
Two very different, yet at the same time quite similar knives.
Spyderco Southard Folding Knife (3.46" Satin Plain)
Brad Southard is an amazingly talented custom knifemaker who specializes in high-performance folder designs. His first collaboration with Spyderco features a "flipper"—a novel blade-opening device that was pioneered by custom knifemaker Kit Carson. A flipper consists of a small lever that extends from the base of the Southard's CTS 204P hollow-ground blade and protrudes from the back of the knife's handle when closed. Pulling on it with your index finger creates a tension against the detent mechanism that holds the blade closed. When the detent is overcome, the blade rotates on a special captive ball-bearing pivot system and snaps authoritatively into the open position.
The Southard's handle combines a textured Earth-brown G-10 scale and thick titanium liner on one side with a solid titanium scale on the other. The titanium scale forms the foundation of the knife's sturdy Reeve Integral Lock (R.I.L.) mechanism and features a small inlaid G-10 panel that acts as an overtravel stop when releasing the lock mechanism. It is also home to the knife's matching stainless steel clip, which supports right-side tip-up carry.
Offering an amazing synthesis of ergonomics, functionality, and state-of-the-art materials, the Southard is one of the most advanced Spyderco folders ever produced.
Specifications:
Overall Length: 7.96" (202 mm)
Blade Length: 3.46" (88 mm)
Blade Steel: CTS 204P
Closed Length: 4.50" (114 mm)
Cutting Edge: 3.46" (88 mm)
Weight: 4.1 oz (11 g)
Blade Thickness:0.157" (4 mm)
Handle Material: G-10 / Titanium
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife Earth Brown G10 S35-VN (Satin)
New Spyderco Limited Run Para-Military 2 in earth brown G10 and S35-VN!
This next generation Para-Military knife features a number of inspiring revisions. The revised handle has a thinner profile at the end to improve the ergonomics and the ambidextrous four-way reversible pocket clip rests deeper in the pocket as well. The blade has an elongated profile, with an increased cutting edge, finger choil and thumb ramp. Implementation of a new Bushing Pivot System generates fluid action and more consistent manufacturing tolerances. The Para-Military still has the solid and confidence inspiring Compression Lock on the handle spine. Lastly, the size of the lanyard hole has been generously increased, giving the use more carry options. This all results in more than just change for the sake of change, it's a real improvement on an already great knife.
This Para-Military knife has a premium full flat ground S35VN blade with a plain edge. The handle scales are earth brown G10 for impressive strength and grip. Sprint-Run, limited quantities.
Specifications:
Overall Length: 8.28"
Blade Length: 3.44"
Edge Length: 3.08"
Closed Length: 4.81"
Blade Steel: S35VN
Handle Material: Earth Brown G10
Spyderco Southard Folding Knife (3.46" Satin Plain)
Brad Southard is an amazingly talented custom knifemaker who specializes in high-performance folder designs. His first collaboration with Spyderco features a "flipper"—a novel blade-opening device that was pioneered by custom knifemaker Kit Carson. A flipper consists of a small lever that extends from the base of the Southard's CTS 204P hollow-ground blade and protrudes from the back of the knife's handle when closed. Pulling on it with your index finger creates a tension against the detent mechanism that holds the blade closed. When the detent is overcome, the blade rotates on a special captive ball-bearing pivot system and snaps authoritatively into the open position.
The Southard's handle combines a textured Earth-brown G-10 scale and thick titanium liner on one side with a solid titanium scale on the other. The titanium scale forms the foundation of the knife's sturdy Reeve Integral Lock (R.I.L.) mechanism and features a small inlaid G-10 panel that acts as an overtravel stop when releasing the lock mechanism. It is also home to the knife's matching stainless steel clip, which supports right-side tip-up carry.
Offering an amazing synthesis of ergonomics, functionality, and state-of-the-art materials, the Southard is one of the most advanced Spyderco folders ever produced.
Specifications:
Overall Length: 7.96" (202 mm)
Blade Length: 3.46" (88 mm)
Blade Steel: CTS 204P
Closed Length: 4.50" (114 mm)
Cutting Edge: 3.46" (88 mm)
Weight: 4.1 oz (11 g)
Blade Thickness:0.157" (4 mm)
Handle Material: G-10 / Titanium
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Knife Earth Brown G10 S35-VN (Satin)
New Spyderco Limited Run Para-Military 2 in earth brown G10 and S35-VN!
This next generation Para-Military knife features a number of inspiring revisions. The revised handle has a thinner profile at the end to improve the ergonomics and the ambidextrous four-way reversible pocket clip rests deeper in the pocket as well. The blade has an elongated profile, with an increased cutting edge, finger choil and thumb ramp. Implementation of a new Bushing Pivot System generates fluid action and more consistent manufacturing tolerances. The Para-Military still has the solid and confidence inspiring Compression Lock on the handle spine. Lastly, the size of the lanyard hole has been generously increased, giving the use more carry options. This all results in more than just change for the sake of change, it's a real improvement on an already great knife.
This Para-Military knife has a premium full flat ground S35VN blade with a plain edge. The handle scales are earth brown G10 for impressive strength and grip. Sprint-Run, limited quantities.
Specifications:
Overall Length: 8.28"
Blade Length: 3.44"
Edge Length: 3.08"
Closed Length: 4.81"
Blade Steel: S35VN
Handle Material: Earth Brown G10