When Spyderco introduced the first Sprint Run™ Shaman® combining the traditional look of brown canvas Micarta scales and CPM CRU-WEAR blade steel, we were overwhelmed by the response. Later dubbed “CruCarta,” this distinctive pairing of old-school, high-performance materials became an instant classic. To ensure we could meet customer demand when we applied the “CruCarta” treatment to other models, we decided to make them full-line products, not limited editions. We began with the Para Military 2 and are now proud to add four more USA-made models to this elite family. All feature skeletonized full stainless steel liners, slim brown canvas Micarta scales, and CPM CRU-WEAR tool steel blades that offer an outstanding balance of edge retention and toughness. The scales of all these knives are sanded smooth but left unpolished, so they will naturally patina with age and handling to develop their own unique character.
This is mostly a review on the service and price available from National since I've only had the knife about a week. The service is absolutely great and the fastest I've seen over a long period of buying knives via the internet. The price was very fair and one of the lowest I found on this knife. The knife is well build and HUGE. My pants of choice (Tru-Spec) have a dedicated knife pocket which is too small for the knife, but of course the standard pocket will work.
Knife came in perfect . Crisp edge , smooth to open , nice drop shut out of box . Excellent shipping , very prompt and always appreciate the cleaning towels ! Nice touch , rather have it than a sticker . Try a Manix from National, you will not be disappointed. Dan
