Spyderco Military 2
The Spyderco Military was introduced in 1996 as a large, lightweight folder for military personnel. The Military 2 came out at BLADE Show 2022 and replaces the original liner lock with the Compression Lock.
Both have a 4" CPM S30V blade and G-10 handles and are made in Golden, Colorado. Spyderco still makes the original Military Model alongside the Military 2.
Spyderco Military 2 Specs
| Model number | C36 |
|---|---|
| Blade length | 4 in |
| Overall length | 9.51 in |
| Closed length | 5.51 in |
| Weight | 4.3 oz (Military 2), 4.2 oz (Military Model) |
| Blade steel | CPM S30V (standard) |
| Handle | G-10 over steel liners |
| Lock | Compression Lock (Military 2), Liner Lock (Military Model) |
| Made in | Golden, Colorado, USA |
Specs are for the standard model. Sprint Runs, Salt and other versions can differ, so check each product listing.
Spyderco Military 2 FAQ
What is the difference between the Military and the Military 2?
The main change is the lock. The original Military Model uses a liner lock, and the Military 2 uses Spyderco's Compression Lock.
Is there a left-handed Military?
Yes. Spyderco makes left-handed versions of both the Military Model and the Military 2.
What other steels does the Military 2 come in?
Besides CPM S30V, there are versions in CPM SPY27, CPM S110V, CPM CRU-WEAR, CPM 15V and a CPM MagnaCut Salt model.
Also see: Para Military 2, Manix 2, Native Chief, or all Spyderco knives.