Welcome back to another knife review, folks! I’ve been using the Spyderco Manix 2 for a few months now. I packed it consistently for 1 month straight (as I do most of the knives I test here) and it’s still been finding its way back into my pockets since then. I have the S110V G10 version of this knife. I have to say, it’s super nice and a premium offering from Spyderco.
Spyderco Manix 2 Review
Right out of the gate the Manix 2 is a heavy duty pocket knife and you can tell that by picking it up. So, if you’re interested in the G10 S110V version of this pocket knife, don’t let the purple coloration fool you…It really is a beast. I’m confident the ball bearing lock will withstand any amount of pressure/force that I would put it through (or should put it through).
The blade itself is a quite robust as well. Not that Spyderco is typical for using extra thin blades, but this one has some extra “oomph” behind it. It’s thicker and broader…And I LIKE IT!
Speaking of the blade: The blade itself on the Spyderco Manix 2 G10 is made of high-quality S110V blade steel. This is a superb pick in my opinion and I’m glad I received this blade steel. It has held a phenomenal edge during a wide array of EDC and Outdoor Tasks. I have rarely had to resharpen it. But when I have, it has taken a hair popping edge back.
The tip of the Manix 2 is typical of all Spyderco’s…It’s amazing. If you have ever used a Spyderco, you know the best attribute of their blades is the tip. They are straight-up-surgical. This allows them to be extremely useful for a wide variety of tasks, especially opening up packages, which I do a ton of during my EDC chores. (I really do miss my Spyderco’s for their package-opening abilities when I switch to another brand of knife)
I raved about the Ball Bearing Lock’s security above, which is why I can forgive this next point. The Manix 2 is certainly not the easiest to operate with one hand. As I’ve said in the past, I’m a big fan of one-handed operation for my EDC knife and I know many others feel the same.
If you’re familiar with using a compression lock or even some liner locks, you’ll find the ball bearing lock on the Manix 2 a bit too stubborn and stout for 1 handed operation. This is fantastic for security and lockup, but you really need both hands to operate it. I personally adjusted rather quickly to having to operate the knife with 2 hands. And I believe others could do the same.
The knife handle is super grippy and fills your hand very well. There is slightly aggressive gimping in all of the right areas, the G10 has fantastic traction and nothing gets in the way of you getting a very secure grip on the knife.
I have specifically enjoyed this knife as a 1-blade option when I’m going out on the town or even on some hikes/outdoor ventures. This knife actually excels at a lot of camp-chores, which I know is not its intent. It can feather stick with the best of them, it handles food prep like a kitchen knife and is very robust. I’ve had no problems heading into the Appalachian Mountains with nothing but the Manix 2 in my pocket. In fact, the photos you’re seeing here were on a hike where I packed the Spyderco Manix and nothing else.
Spyderco Manix 2 (9 out of 10)
This knife is fantastic! It is USA Made, utilizes high-end materials, has excellent performance and it looks phenomenal. I would definitely recommend this knife for people who are #1 Spyderco Fans and #2 serious about their EDC knives.
If you can get past this being a hard knife to operate with 1 hand, there’s nothing that will stand in its way for you. This is one of the best performing Spyderco’s I’ve tested yet. And I give it a SOLID 9 out of 10!
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