Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Spyderco Para Military 2 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.8). The gap is mostly about users prioritizing lock strength and slicing geometry — read the strengths below before deciding.
The Leek is the Kershaw value pick — USA-made lightweight EDC at $60.
The Para Military 2 is the locking pick — Spyderco's iconic EDC with compression lock.
USA-made. Cheaper than premium picks. Lighter Stock steel.
Strongest lock. Best slicing. Larger than Bugout.
| Spec | Kershaw Leek | Spyderco Para Military 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Steel | 14C28N | CPM-S30V |
| Weight | 3 oz | — |
| Opening | SpeedSafe | — |
| Brand | Kershaw | Spyderco |
| Lock | — | Compression |
| Opener | — | Round Hole |