GanzoG729-BK Folding Pocket Knife, 440C Stainless Steel Blade, Ergonomic G10 Non-Slip Handle with Clip, Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Folder, Axis Lock, Outdoor EDC Knife (Black)

The Ganzo G729 is an intriguing knife that immediately draws comparisons to the iconic Spyderco Paramilitary 2. The similarities in design are undeniable, but the G729 carves its own path with a few notable distinctions.One of the standout features is the axis-style lock, a mechanism often associated with Benchmade. While not as refined as the original, the G729's axis lock functions reliably and securely, offering a satisfying "click" upon deployment.The blade is a highlight, arriving razor-sharp out of the box. Crafted from 440C stainless steel, it strikes a balance between edge retention and ease of sharpening. It may not hold an edge as long as premium steels, but it proves more than capable for everyday cutting tasks.The G10 handles provide a comfortable and grippy hold, further enhancing the overall user experience. They offer a solid feel in hand and exude a sense of quality that belies the G729's budget-friendly price.If you're a fan of the Paramilitary 2 but seeking a more affordable alternative, the Ganzo G729 is worth considering. It may not be a perfect clone, but it delivers a commendable performance at a fraction of the cost. The G729 is a testament to Ganzo's ability to offer value-driven knives without sacrificing essential features or functionality

G729. Fantastic knife for the price. It fits my hand with a full grip, it closely resembles my spyderco PM2. It is easy to open using the teardrop opening in the blade, closing is smooth and precise. I didn’t really have any issues with the strength of the g-lock springs. I feel they were good and not too firm. It is a bit on the heavier side, but manageable. Looks like it will be a great EDC at work. I did disassemble the knife to clean out the assembly dirt and grease it properly with the grease I prefer. Other than that, a fantastic knife for the price. 440 steel is on the lower end of the scale, but will sharpen up easy and will be fine for an EDC general use knife. Highly recommended knife.

The knife is great, and at its price, it's a must-buy. It's heavily inspired by the spyderco paramilitary 2 and effectively serves as a working-man's alternative to it; after all, what good is an incredibly expensive knife if you're afraid to ever use it? It arrived adequately sharp, and it was easy to bring it to razor sharpness. 440C steel is fairly durable, easy to sharpen, fairly resistant to rust, and holds an edge for a decent length of time, making it a good all-round steel; it's not going to blow your mind on any singular aspect, but it won't fail at any either, making it a jack of all trades.The blade shape is wonderful; the combination of a full flat grind and being almost entirely belly (a knife's belly is the curved portion) means that it just wants to glide through whatever you're cutting, and because of the jimping on the back and the finger choil on the front, you can choke up for even more control over the blade and its tip. The finger hole works well, and the knife can comfortably be flicked open with either your thumb or middle finger on either hand.The whole knife is ambidextrous. The finger hole works well, and the knife can comfortably be flicked open with either your thumb or middle finger on either hand. It also has a tip-up pocket clip that can be moved to either side, though if you're used to deep-carry pocket clips, the knife may stick out more than you're used to. The G-lock (which is what Ganzo calls their axis lock) can be used to flick the knife open or closed, but its springs came with an incredible amount of tension—much more than any other axis lock I've ever owned—and it was enough to make it painful to engage the lockbar. The springs can be adjusted, but it's something you'll have to do yourself; there are tutorials on Youtube that can guide you through the process.For what it's worth, the knife is amazing; you'll likely have to fiddle with the axis lock springs, but once you do that, you'll have a knife that punches FAR above what its price would suggest.