Reviews and Ratings for Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles - C81GBKYLMCP2
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handlesrated 4.5 stars out of 5 (8 reviews)
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Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45 inch CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles

 

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Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Tommy Boy
 FL
Jul 01, 2026
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None

It Just Feels Superior

The way the knife feels in your hand, the way it locks into your grip…it becomes a part of you. Arrived incredibly sharp. The blade geometry yields effortless cuts. Superior fit / finish. The scale texture is perfect, just the right amount of traction. The only nitpick is the T6 screws on the clip are easy to strip out, how do I know? 😉
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Doofus
 usa
Nov 19, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Weight
Cons: Pocket Clip

perfect

Looks good, action is solid yet light. The pocket clip seems backwards but it can be moved.
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Jlh
 Midwest
Jun 09, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip
Cons: None

Best PM2 yet ( certainly for a fisherman )

It's a PM2. These are well known and generally well regarded for a reason. Several reasons. I have three different PM2s, they are that good. If you don't have one yet, there are plenty of reviews out there if you want a review of the model. I just came here to say the PM2 Salt is everything I've wanted in a PM2 as a fisherman. You can't miss these scales on a riverbank or bottom of the boat. It's definately not going to fall out of a wet pocket. If you like the model, and you're using knives in wet or otherwise corrosive environments, pull the trigger. Ok, wait, so I don't come off as a blind fanboy: They should have placed the black smooth patch on the scales directly under where the clip contacts the scales. Like I said, it won't be slipping out of a wet pocket. It won't fall out of a greased pocket for that matter. Not until it wears the pocket away. The rest of the knife is so good that it makes up for this pocket eating.
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Tony
 Tampa
Dec 21, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None

Slicer!

Soo pretty! Super sharp! Light! Excellent quality piece!
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 5 stars out of 5
Mike
 Wyoming
Jun 03, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None

Worth the Loooong Wait!

I am a collector and I love the Spydercos. This one didn't disappoint in the great yellow and black coloring, not to mention the blade shape and size in wonderful Magacut. I love the compression lock. Overall, one of my favorites!
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 4 stars out of 5
Bigd
 Nevada
May 22, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None

Great Knife, Great Steel and Great Handles

If you have played with or owned a Paramilitary 2, then you understand why this is a great knife. It is a flagship model for Spyderco. The main differences on this model is the blade steel (Magnacut) and the G10 black/yellow handles. Great Knife. Only issue is that it was really hard to come by, had to wait over a year for a restock preorder. Would buy again and again and again.
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 4 stars out of 5
Leon
 Oklahoma
Dec 21, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: Handle Feel, Handle Material, Sheath

Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt

1) EDC 2) Very Slicey with good blade geometry and a excellent sharp grind from the factory 3) The release for the Compression Lock is too recessed and needs to be more substantial for easier manipulation
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 Salt Compression Lock Folding Knife 3.45" CPM-MagnaCut Satin Blade, Yellow/Black G10 Handles
rated 3 stars out of 5
Kd
 OR
May 05, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: Ease of Opening, Overall Quality

Good materials, poor assembly

This is not a reflection of KnifeCenter. I'm sure If I wanted to return the knife they would take care of me. This knife came with a very weak detent such that one could fling the blade open too easily. It simultaneously had a side-to-side blade play when locked open and a sluggish action. The lanyard tube barrel spacer was not fully pressed into the steel liners such that the handle scales/liners were not parallel and the knife flared out slightly. I was able to bend the lockbar to improve the detent, clean and tune the pivot, and press the barrel spacer fully into the liners with a c-clamp and two pieces of wood. Flipping the pocket clip to tip-down was tricky as the screws really wanted to cross thread and the knife has some lock stick. Those last two aren't such a big deal to me. The knife is sharp and cuts. My experience buying Spyderco knives made in Golden, CO has been increasingly hit or miss. At $200+ these things shouldn't happen. I'm keeping this knife because I was able to rectify the issues, I like the design, and I waited over a year for it to be released.
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