Discover the Para Military 2 Lightweight – the ultimate everyday carry knife for UK enthusiasts seeking iconic design, exceptional performance, and lightweight convenience. As one of the world’s most popular and recognisable folding knives, the Para Military 2 is now available in a lightweight format, reducing overall weight by over 25% and offering enhanced grip security for daily use.
The key to its superior design lies in its injection-moulded fibreglass-reinforced nylon (FRN) handle scales. Lighter than traditional G-10, these handles feature Spyderco’s signature Bi-Directional Texture™ pattern, delivering a high-traction, non-slip grip in all conditions. The streamlined Compression Lock® mechanism adds to the Para Military 2’s lightweight feel, ensuring the blade remains securely open during use. At the heart of this UK-friendly EDC knife is a full-flat-ground blade crafted from Carpenter® Technology’s CTS® BD1N stainless steel. This nitrogen-enriched steel provides an excellent combination of edge retention, toughness, corrosion resistance, and ease of sharpening. The blade is equipped with Spyderco’s Trademark Round Hole™ for quick, ambidextrous one-handed opening, as well as a textured finger choil and thumb ramp for precise control on detailed cutting tasks.
The Para Military 2 Lightweight comes in several variants: the standard version features a tumble-finished blade and bright handle hardware, available in both PlainEdge™ and fully serrated SpyderEdge™ options. For tactical environments or those who prefer a sleek aesthetic, there is also an all-black version with a Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) blade coating and matching black hardware. Every Para Military 2 Lightweight includes a deep-pocket wire clip, reversible for discreet left- or right-side tip-up carry, and a generously sized lanyard hole for easy attachment of lanyards, fobs, or safety lines.
Overall Length - 8.29" (211mm)
Blade Length - 3.47" (88mm)
Steel - CTS® BD1N
Closed Length - 4.82" (122mm)
Edge Length - 3.08" (78mm)
Weight - 2.8oz (78g)
Blade Thickness - 0.145" (3.7mm)
Handle - FRN
Clip Position - Ambi
Tip Carry Position - Tip-Up
Lock Type - Compression
Grind - Full-Flat
Sheath - N/A
Origin - United States
