SPYDERCO KNIFE TIER LIST 2024 - Ranking The BEST And WORST Spyderco Folding Knives! 

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Watching Chris Pratt rank knives while drinking coffee is a great way to start the morning

Seeing the Spydie chef in meh, I have 3 choices. I can either unsubscribe and forget you exist, sell the knife, realizing my love of it is misdirected, or continue to love the knife and appreciate that we all have different tastes. Another very fun video, MC!

Finally the Sage 5 gets some much deserved praise. Total agree with you it’s ridiculously underrated…

Shaman, Para 3, and Chef are the only 3 models of Spyderco I carry anymore after trying 25+ models.

I have a couple of the Manix XLs. So I have had this thought on more than one occasion. Eric Glesser snuck into my room when I was sleeping, took detailed measurements of my hand, and designed the scales to fit to perfection. S Tier on my list. Plus you throw in steels like 4V, M4, and Cru-Wear, and you have a serious work knife.

Native 5 is in my S-tier and it's the only knife i own i have no negative opinions about. i have three of them. 3 Manix 2s, too.

I like backlocks a lot. As a leftie I don't like the compression lock. Why don't they just make a button lock? The Chaparral is a Big W.

Just got my first shaman. Cpm 15v spring run too. I love this thing it’s one of my favorite edc right now

Damn you MC it’s inconceivable that you wouldn’t rank the native 5 as legend tier!! Best looking spyderco hands down IMO or at least up there, infinite steel choices, better cutting geometry than the golden compression locks, best spydie backlock in regards to lockup and action that I’ve ever handled, linerless construction on both the g10 and LW models but with none of the often associated cheap feeling of linerless FRN. Also IME unlike the seki models the native 5 variants either come centered or are very easy to center. Add to that the increasing availability of aftermarket scales (RGT has Ti [and other materials] scales for the g10 variants while AWT has aluminium scales in a variety of finishes, cerakotes etc for the LW) and clips for the Native 5 range and IMO you have a certified LEGEND!!! Also for anyone who thinks you can’t flick out a native 5; disassemble the knife, clean it up, and put some quality lube (gunny glide, kpl etc) on the washers/washer contact surfaces and reassemble. IME with both my LW and G10 Native this brought them from being impossible to reverse flick and difficult to thumb flick to be extremely easy to do both. Of course the technique is slightly different since a backlock is providing closing force till the blade opens about 1/4 of the way as opposed to a liner lock which is essentially free moving as soon as the detent pops out so you need to “follow through” a bit with your flick, shouldn’t require wrist or anything stupid like that tho ❤ My current top 5 are probably: 1) DLC Cruwear Native 5 wearing bronze anodised RGT fluted ti scales and a purple anodised lynch clip 2) s30v Sage 5 LW - hands down best washer comp lock action and lockup stability - new ripple pattern cerakoted aluminium scales inbound from RGT (only 64.95 😮) 3) DLC s45vn Para 3 w/AWT blue cerakote aluminium scales and a coated MXG para clip 4) K390 Wharnie Delica wearing Nickabrack contoured arctic storm fat carbon scales with an MXG milled clip 5) s30v Mantra 3 with the detent hole drilled out so the ball actually seats properly and it actually flips really well now also has a customised CME to eliminate the issue of the flipper passing through the compression lock area and hitting your finger when you close it. Now you just press the CME button and the flipper passes through a cutout in the CME. Also managed to get a lynch clip to fit in there to replace the wire clip. So, stock the mantra 3 is pretty meh but with the mentioned mods it’s a beast!

Just wanted to thank you for the lock stick video. I recently got a military 2 that was an absolute bear for about a month. I flicked open and closed the thing so much I got callouses on the tips of my pointer and middle fingers. 😅 But you were right lol. Thousands of openings and closings later, it is now buttery smooth and has no stick at all. Don’t think I’ll ever sell this one. It was tough to get it to like me.

Manix 2 is my vote for the best Spyderco. Hated it when I first saw it, decided to buy one and it has since become my favorite.

For me. The top 3 is the shaman in 15v, lil temprance in k390 and the manix in maxamet😊

12:18 Chris Pratt realizing that if he doesn't put the Manix 2 into LEGEND, he wouldn't survive the day. 😂

My big problem with Yojimbo/Yojumbo is they look like they're just sitting there waiting for the tip to snap off. Just looking at pics makes me stressed.

I keep coming back to the endura and delica, the combo of great ergonomics, thin edge geometry, light weight, and K390 option make it hard for me to kick out of my pocket.

I have carried a Caly 3.5 daily for quite a while. Just fits easily in the pocket with slacks or jeans and is more than capable of multiple tasks.

I love so much that the native 5 was put into huge win. as soon as a mini shaman is released I'll be buying

I have a Military 2. It's legendary. Totally agree with the Shaman, Para Military 2 and Manix 2. Call me crazy but to me, the Resilience is a huge win especially the S35VN version. I already had the base 8cr version. Really like it a lot so I ordered the S35. Love that knife.

"It looks like a plague doctor" is both funny & is an apt comparison -- looks like macabre death-beak, lol!

Wouldve thought the endura deserved better than meh. Thats a legendary knife/line by spyderco. I thought the original placement at "glad it exists" was more fitting, just because its been overshadowed by more modern designs, but its your list lol.

Huh. Well, I own three Spyderco knives: Mannix 2, Dragonfly, Lil Native. I admire the Mannix, but seldom use it. It’s bigger than I want to carry in my pocket, and if I need a knife that large, I prefer my Joker fixed blade. The Lil Native has good ergonomics for small jobs and whittling, it has a compression lock, and it’s easy to carry. But The Dragonfly is my favorite carry knife. It’s tiny, but works like a bigger knife, it’s so small it intimidates no one. It’s the best 5th pocket knife I’ve ever owned.

My legend list would include: military, PM2, para 3, Gayle Bradley Air, Manix 2, Smock, Kapara, Chaparral (2mm xhp is 👍 ), Sage 5, Domino (except that ugly scale) and Tenacious (just because it introduced Spyderco to way mote people when it dropped at about $30 years ago). I agree on the Spydiechef, didn't like it that much. Don't have a Shaman so i can't comment on it.

Would like to see a Kizer or Civivi tier list. Even a bladeshape one

Sorry, also the stretch 2 straight spine in k390 is the PM2 lightweight that doesn’t exist. I have been with metal complex since the original blur tanto, tiger striped, partial serrated video but i think the new stretch needs a voice besides Pete from Cedric and Ada.

Great, now every time I see a Spyderco knife it’s going to remind me of a plague doctor. Thanks for that.

Love the yojumbo. Thanks MC

Shaman, Native Chief, Native 5... My favorites.

The Matriarch II is ugly, and weird-shaped, yes, but it is so wickedly fierce and strong that it definitely deserves more love and appreciation.

Brouwer is a huge W. Oddly, I still come back to that one for EDC despite it seeming pretty milque-toast. The little details of it just make it very ergonomic and good in actual use. Can tell it was designed by somebody who actually uses their knives instead of playing/fidgeting with them.

I dont have the full size native but I have a little native in cruwear and really like it for the size.

Please make a video informing viewers not to buy Spyderco or ZT knives on Amazon or Alibaba. I sent the Shaman to Spyderco for service and found out it was a replica sold on Amazon. No wonder I was having so many issues with loose screws and changing scales! Spyderco is giving me a 50% credit toward purchasing a new knife. Your video was uploaded at a great time, as I am looking for the best value for the money. Thanks!

Oh yes I’m in for this video! Post video comment: personally I like the matriarch/civilian. Purpose built knife for undercover work. It’s an excellent knife but trash for edc because the tip would be too fragile. I personally like backlocks, and the native 5 is probably one of my favorite knifes of all time up there with the sage 5. Great video enjoyed watching!

During the pandemic, Spyderco mailed me & my troops serated blades to crack open boxes in supply for the Army. Enjoyed this MC and thanks for the knowledge. Hooah

Lil native is my all time favorite

I like this type of content. You always say you want to help new people. This gives new people like me an idea where to start when checking out a new brand. Just got a PM2 as my first Spyderco and really enjoying it. Think I’ll check out a Manix next to see what that locking system is all about. I hope it has better feel than the traditional omega spring crossbar lock

The Ikuchi is a beautiful piece of art.

My favorite ever Spyderco and one of my favorite knives in my collection is the Rock Salt by Ed Schempp. Wonderful ergonomics on a large fixed blade. I take it with me whenever I go to the beach. Amazing blade.

The canis is definitely the most underrated spyderco. Does everything beautifully, just wish the scales were nicer and had better access to the compression lock. Also L take on the matriarch.

Couldnt see anything about The Spyderco Navaja? For me the Navaja (Titanium+CarbonFiber) can be on Huge Win or Legend. 😁😊

Fun idea to do. How about a ranking of MC top 10 GRAIL knives?

The fact that the Sage 5 is only available in S30v and M4 is actually criminal

Agree with the para 3. It's just the perfect size.

Nice to see where the Kapara showed up in the ranking

“IT’S LIKE A PLAGUE DOCTOR THAT NEEDS BRACES!!!!!” 😂😂. I could care less if you carry the Matriarch… but I come for the color commentary 😂

unless something has changed, the Valloton Subhilt comes from the factory as a manual action, which can be converted to an auto. For something around 2 bills more than the original price of the knife. But again, I have one, and it is NOT dual-action.

I tried to like the Amalgam because I'm a sucker for flipper knives and there's very few of those in the Spyderco line up. However, my sample had a super lazy flipper action (slow velocity) that would not fully open with out assistance from a wrist flick. Not what you want from a flipper imo. That's too bad.

Can't wait to see you ranking civivi tier list 🔥

I'm digging these tierlists. More of these would be awesome.

"Plague doctor that needs braces" Just wow MC. You have such a way with words

Without question, the Sage 5 LW will be my first new Spyderco. It just ticks every single box for what I want from a knife. Also super validating that three of my personal top five favorites are top tier. It's even more validating that you share my feelings of how completely and totally underwhelming the Delica is. Is it a good knife? Yes. Is it 'OH MY GOD THE BEST EDC KNIFE OF ALL TIME'? Not even remotely close. I think if every online platform didn't shill them as the end-all-be-all of pocket knife perfection, they wouldn't be half as popular anymore, especially given how damn expensive they are for what you get.

I own a Smock, a Manix (sabre-grind) and a Para3 (all 3 modded) and can't tell which one I like the most!

It would be a huge win if you had the name of the knife in the photo!

fun video. Hating on lock backs...

On the Matriarch wave edition I agree, but the Matriarch 2 without the wave, I had one, notice I said HAD because I lost it damnit, it's a smaller Civilian, it was one of if not my MOST used knife now the Spyderco Spyderhawk with H1 steel which I'm not a huge fan of, they said it's gets harder the more it's shrpened, I can confirm IT DOES NOT, the VG10 is much much better by far on the Matriarch 2. I use to not be a fan of serrated blades but I must admit, serrated knives definitely have their place, big hard plastic straps, rope, zip ties, they with the hawk bill blade with the serrations just dig in and cut, PERIOD, they do not slip out or off the cut. Just procured the Yojumbo at Blade Show Texas, Love it and have a few more Spydercos. Love your channel, thanks for your reviews, stay safe and God bless.

First I purchased Endura 4 Edela and Rock Jumpers and decided to upgrade to Maxin 2 in G10 made in the in US but discovered that the access lock did not work I tried to lube it nothing, apparently Spyderco has gotten so big they no longer have quality control which is their lost because I'll never purchase another Spyderco again and to think that I waited 2 months for restock goodbye Spyderco

I basically have two of every Spyderco that I really enjoy lol they could all be ranked glad they exist in my opinion! Great share MC!

Having gotten to handle some real custom Peter Rassenti nirvanas and the Spyderco Paysan I can say that is one of my favourite Spyderco knives

I never would've guessed in a million that's what MC looks like. I pictured a middle-aged patent attorney

I 100% agree with your list except for 3 Spydercos... Swayback, Drunken, & Techno all Huge Wins in my eyes...😭😭😭...and what about the SpydeyCo Myto? I'm glad it exists

Para 3 stays in my pocket.. Good list

I went looking through your videos because, in my head, I was sure you were the first place I saw Jack Wolf Knives. It confused the hell out of me when I could find not one, so I guess I'm senile now. But I'm curious as to why you don't want to try them.

I only own a manix and I’ve been eyeballing the sage 5 and pm2. Good list

Police 4 in k390 didn't make the cut at all?

No love for my Spyderco ikuchi? How dare you sir. You have done me a great injustice and I... Am just kidding. While mine in particular was the one tou festured on the channel about 2 years ago, I can agree with you that its interesting, but ultimately not fantastic to carry. The clip is fine but the cog has such a heavy detent it'll rip your thumb to shreds more often than deploy the knife. Awesoem video as always MC. Looking forward to the Hinderer tier list, perhaps with the different blade shapes/grinds and finishes instead of just models alone.

You’re loving these tier lists MC!😂🔪🔪🔪

OMG “looks like a Plague doctor that needs braces” had my laughing soooo hard. Honestly, that is probably the most accurate description I’ve ever heard of any knife, ever. Well done!😂

I'm surprised you didn't have the GBradley or GBradley 2 in here. I love my GB2.. S tier in my opinion, (With mod to liner lock) Overall, great list. I pretty much agree with all your S tier selections. EDIT: It was in there, I missed it.

God Tier PM2 Tanto, PM2 Wharny, M4 Smock 💰

Wow, 3 titanium knives in "meh"..... I'm using the Swayback as my edc & I'm finally in love with a Spyderco!

Are all Manix 2 considered a huge Win? I have the Manix 2 lightweight

Where is the slysz bowie ?

This is a win lose comment. The win is I can still watch the videos without being a subscriber. The lose is that I am commenting and that was this guys aim to get comments. Spydiechef in the meh column is a dick move to get comments in my opinion. Too many serious knife lovers know how good the Spydiechef knife is and where it ranks in the Spyderco line-up .

I am loving.. my Saturdays now...and I know why.....!!! THANKS BROTHER🎉

I started out in the knife enthusiast community “knowing” the Endura and delica were legends and why knives are the way they are now but… when I carry a delica now I feel like I’m at a bad company concert when I could have gone to a Led Zeppelin concert.

Picked up new shaman for 195 today northwest knife works

The Southard is the best spyderco of all time… fight me. Drunken, Domino and Slysz Bowie are honorable mentions.

I would love to get a Shaman, but already having a Manix XL and a Pm2 crucarta i simply can not justify the price, if i do get another spyderco it will probably be a PM3 in crucarta cuz thats a different sized knife that i can take some places i cant take the other 2.

stretch 2 ?

Spot on...I love spyderco, too bad most are expensive...

You have a face! Listened to your reviews for ages and only ever knew you s as a disembodied voice. Love your stuff by the way.

Love those videos. Do not always agree (e.g. Yojimbo would be „meh“ for me) but generally we think very similarly. Thanks.

I absolutely love this tier system thing you are doing ….great addition !

The Smock deserves legend tier. I wish the premium versions were more widespread. The DLC M4 model makes the standard just look sad. Throw some Ti scales and Skiffs on it and it outshines knives that cost twice as much.

We all need a 9.25 inch version of the Stovepipe RIGHT NOW pls!

Other than the Smock agree with most of that, love the Smock! Love my Spydies however I take a lot of heat from the Spydie fanboys for calling out their QC have a lot of them and have half a dozen Golden ones that should have never left the factory period spent a lot of time and effort getting them where they should have been in the 1st place

Caly 3 & 3.5 are my absolute favorite Spyderco's. But the Native Magnacut is so goddamn tough i can put it through anything and its fine hahahaha. So underrated.

the sub hilt is LEGENDARY ! ! ! ! !wtf

Love these videos. My favorite Spyderco knives are the Para 3, Techno 2, Slysz Bowie, and Spydie Chef. Haven’t handled the Drunken but I really want one.

Agree with sage 5 id prolly bump sage 1/2 up and spydiechef way up...

Can you include the link to the tier system for us to rank too? I was looking for the last one because I wanted to do it myself. Also love this style video

What about the tanto spydercos?

My next Spyderco will be the salt series blacked out PM2 in Magnacut.

K2, Manix XL, and Endura. Also original Stretch

The only thing I'm gonna disagree with you on is the tenacious. I almost gave up on Spyderco after owning that. The 8cr blade would go dull if you looked at it wrong. I'd put it under poopoo town. But that's just my opinion.

I effing LOVE my spydiechef.

No Janisong? 😢 Due to it being such a weird knife, I’m surprised you don’t have one. I love mine. 🤘🏻

MC just ascended to knife godhood by putting the Kapara in Legend ✨

The paysan and drunkard and chef all look similar to me.

You have a clear preference for bigger knives