The “liner lock” is placed on the spine of the blade as seen on the knives here
ignore the green axis lock knife
close up
Thanks KKW, I checked them out, the Eklind hex wrenches look good too, but the Whia torx set at nearly $70 on amazon is way over my budget, the Bondhaus torx set I linked is only about $11.
I thought that too. Because they are a true “counterfeit” I compared it to a real one and its pretty much spot on. Either that or the cheaper version sells a lot better.
Nice photo comparing the SpyderGanz to the Para2. Are your Paramilitary2’s clones from Ali Express?
I like Spyderco’s top lock/compression lock, but I’m undecided if its better than a liner lock. It seems like the compression lock on these was designed for lefty’s. To unlock I have to bring my thumb up over the top, for right hander’s like me I think it would be better with the cutout on the left side of the knife?
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My new preferred opening method on these; the “Spyder Drop” 8) :
I like the the Axis lock on the SpyderGanz, I wish they would have did the Para2 clones with the nice thumb ramp & choil jimping .
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I also like the “Arc Lock” on some of the the SOG knives, its real smooth and the stud is only on one side.
My SOG Trident Tanto with Arc-Lock:
Manx, Google compression lock. Sal Glesser, owner of Spyderco, can explain it much better than any of us. It is a proprietary, Spyderco designed lock, and it is much stronger than a liner lock.
From top to bottom:
- Spyderco
- CN clone
- Ganzo version
The clone is as good as the real deal and have taken a lot of use
The compression lock is easy to manage right-handed using index finger
I flip the blade in-out using the lock only
Thanks, I see what you mean, with the index finger its like “pinching” between finger and thumb, I’m going to try it that way for a bit and see if its better for me, a little awkward right now since im so used to using my thumb. On my clones the C-Lock is pretty stiff.
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I agree, these C81 clones are my best CN knives and I have many. At this price it couldn’t be real S30v as marked, however it must be a decent steel because mine is holding an edge VERY well, I’d say its at least 8cr13MoV.
Just ordered one of these on the 11.11 sale
$14.79 
Endura 4 FFG (ZDP-189 Blade Steel)
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At nearly 9” and only 95g I think it will fit my needs well for a large, thin and lightweight knife for SD carry when wearing shorts and lightweight pants.
It’s actually about the same weight as my Large SOG Trident, which is EXTREMELY light, but I think this Endura4 is a lot thinner. If I really like it a lot I’ll eventually get the real one (probably the less expensive VG10 version)
I’m thinking of buying a Ganzo G716, does anyone here own it ?
What do you think about it ?
The best price I could find until now is on FastTech
It’s still budget, but I would not be against a coupon/better price…
Damn thats a nice Ganzo! Didn’t see that till today! I’m saving up for an Ontario Knife Company Chimera Survival Knife HEHE
Guys, I was thinking if we should create a thread of reputable AE stores selling sought after blades. This info is then constantly updated in OP. I think it’ll be easier for us all to refer to that list!
Please check FastTech shipping cost
Last time I checked it was almost $30 to Europe
It kills all knife-deals there for me
$18.21 at GearBest
I have that exact model - I find it absolutely superb. My only very minor gripe is that the upper edge of the compression lock is a wee bit sharp so could do with the 90 degree angle softening a little with a file. I haven’t got round to doing it yet. I think mine worked out at about £17 but it is still incredible VFM.
I am ordering one this week. I want to try the serrated edge blade!
LINK !! HOwd I miss this? Where! J)
Wow, I didn’t checked the shipping cost…only 30$, what a bargain… :Sp
Thank you FT, but not this time…I hate ordering from GB as well but if it’s the only choice well…will try
It’s a pleasant folder for the money. The chekering of the G10 is quite agressive so you don’t have to worry about having a firm grip on it. 
I chose the part serrated version :
Is the flipping of the blade smooth? No lateral or vertical play?
I have one of those. Mine weights 94 g and it comes with a slightly thinner blade than the real one (2.9mm vs. 3mm).