DLC M4 Para 3 with Natural G-10

[holeshot]

Got my order in. Will be curious how long it takes to sell out.

Me too, just couldn't resist. :)

[hackzogan]

Yeah, I just ordered as well. Couldn't resist the DLC M4. This will be my first DLC blade and I'm interested to see how the coating holds up.

[jacala]

I just got one too. I couldn't resist the Para 3 with M4 steel. But I'm still sweating-on a Smock.

[Sjucaveman]

Passing and thinking about getting rid of my other dlc m4, my love for non stainless steels has waned.

[KnickKnackCity]

Welp, enjoy my money BHQ. Skipped the PM2 so kinda felt obligated to hop on this one. Excited for my first coated high carbon steel.

[BigGrove]

Yeah, I just ordered as well. Couldn't resist the DLC M4. This will be my first DLC blade and I'm interested to see how the coating holds up.

I picked up the Rivers Edge Para 3 with the flat dark earth PVD. I haven't been carrying it every day but it's holding up well so far.

Ultimately it will depend on how you use it. With the CTS-204P it has much better corrosion resistance than M4 so coating wear is less of a concern.

[Azilla21]

Snagged one. :D

[Smooth_Operater]

Same here. Just ordered one too

[FK]

Passing on this,,, the DLC coating does not really protect from rust/corrosion as much as one thinks.

The DLC does slow down smooth open/close action due to increased friction from coating.

I really like the M4 steel and have two of the Para 3 in satin finish.

Regards,
FK
Member since Feb 17, 2001

[anycal]

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The DLC does slow down smooth open/close action due to increased friction from coating.
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100% not an issue with either of my current ones, or three others I had previously.

[Azilla21]

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The DLC does slow down smooth open/close action due to increased friction from coating.
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100% not an issue with either of my current ones, or three others I had previously.

No issues on my DLC M4 PM2 and Manix 2. Smooth as butter.

[Slumblor]

$30 for tracked shipping to Canada is more than in willing to pay, so that shut my order down today

[FK]

I stand corrected on the DLC and friction,,, my experience is with the older delica/endura coated blade models.

My Para 3 from River's Edge with FDE coated CTS204 blade, is much better with Nano-oil in the washer area, not quite as smooth as satin blades.

Regards,
FK
Member since Feb 17, 2001

[Spydersense]

Just remembered that these were dropping today. Just ordered one. :)

[SSD_777]

As of 1:30 PM mountain time, they don't have these in stock. I placed my order at 10 AM, waited an hour, then drove an hour an a half to Bladehq, just to be told they don't have them yet. What a disappointing waste of time. I don't understand why they would show this knife in stock before they have them in their hands.

[KnickKnackCity]

Definitely out of character for them as on the satin drop we had shipping notifications in just a couple hours after paying.

[RadioactiveSpyder]

Dressed mine up yesterday with some black Micarta scales from RC Bladeworks. Feels and looks much better than natural G10! :)

[Smooth_Operater]

As of 1:30 PM mountain time, they don't have these in stock. I placed my order at 10 AM, waited an hour, then drove an hour an a half to Bladehq, just to be told they don't have them yet. What a disappointing waste of time. I don't understand why they would show this knife in stock before they have them in their hands.

Man, that sucks. Why didnt you call first? An hour and a half is a long time to drive without any notification that your order is ready.

[Spydersense]

Dressed mine up yesterday with some black Micarta scales from RC Bladeworks. Feels and looks much better than natural G10! :)

Looks great!

[Woodpuppy]

^^ yeah it does!! I’m still on the fence about ordering one. Very happy with my satin M4.