Spyderco Paramilitary 2 vs Spyderco Endura 4
Spyderco Paramilitary 2 ($200) vs Spyderco Endura 4 ($110) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Spyderco Paramilitary 2 | Spyderco Endura 4 |
|---|
| Price | $200 | $110 |
| Weight | 122g | 122g |
| Steel | CPM-S30V | — |
| Lock | Compression lock | Back Lock |
| Weight | 122g | 4.3 oz |
| Blade | 3.44" leaf shape | — |
| Handle | G-10 | FRN |
| Origin | Golden, CO USA | — |
| Blade Steel | — | VG-10 |
| Blade Length | — | 3.75" |
| Clip | — | 4-position Wire Clip |
Pros & Cons
Spyderco Paramilitary 2
- Compression lock flawless
- G-10 excellent grip
- Countless sprint run variants
- Best-in-class blade geometry
- Strong resale value
- 122g heavier than Bugout
- $200 premium
- Compression lock unfamiliar initially
Spyderco Endura 4
- Long track record of reliability
- Four-position carry flexibility
- VG-10 steel easy to sharpen
- Back lock requires two hands to close
- Heavier than modern alternatives
- Older design language
Spyderco Endura 4 is the better value at $110. If weight matters most, Spyderco Paramilitary 2 carries lighter at 122g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.