Spyderco Paramilitary 2 – Copper Damascus Tanto Blade
The Paramilitary 2 is already one of the most refined folding knives ever made. Now imagine its iconic platform reborn with a hand-forged copper Damascus tanto blade — a striking fusion of aggressive geometry and ancient metallurgical artistry. This is not a production knife. It's a statement.
The Blade
Forged from layered copper-infused Damascus steel, each blade reveals a unique flowing pattern of warm copper tones and dark steel contrast. The tanto profile delivers a reinforced tip built for precision piercing and hard-use tasks, while the Damascus construction ensures a blade that is as functional as it is visually arresting.
Blade Style: Tanto — flat grind with reinforced tip geometry
Pattern: Unique per blade — no two are identical
Edge: Full flat grind, hand-finished and sharpened
Platform: Spyderco Paramilitary 2 (PM2) body
Why Copper Damascus?
Copper Damascus is one of the most visually dramatic materials in custom knife making. The warm, reddish copper layers contrast sharply against the dark steel matrix, creating a depth and movement that catches light from every angle. After an acid etch, the pattern comes alive — organic, flowing, and entirely one-of-a-kind.
Each blade is forged and finished individually at the Taitan Edge workshop. Expect minor variations in pattern — this is the nature and beauty of Damascus. Your knife will arrive with a unique billet certificate on request.
Made-to-order. Handle scales shown may vary. Knife sold as complete unit with PM2 platform.
