Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 – Black DLC CPM S30V Ball Bearing Lock Folder
The Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 is the larger, harder-working expression of Spyderco's iconic Manix 2, built in the USA. Its broad 3.85" leaf-shaped blade is cut from CPM S30V particle metallurgy stainless steel, full-flat ground for excellent edge geometry, and finished in a non-reflective black DLC coating that adds slickness and corrosion resistance. A textured index-finger choil and thumb ramp let you choke up on the blade for controlled detail work.
The blade is held open by Spyderco's Ball Bearing Lock, a caged ball detent that wedges between the blade tang and the handle. Combined with the fully accessible Trademark Round Hole and a reversible tip-up pocket clip, every part of carrying, opening and closing the Manix 2 XL is genuinely ambidextrous. The handle is built on full skeletonized stainless steel liners with peel-ply-textured black G-10 scales, joined by stainless standoffs and a stainless backspacer that reinforces the lock. At 8.94" overall and 5.2 oz, it is a substantial but carryable EDC pocket knife for anyone who wants more blade than a standard Manix 2 offers.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 Specifications
| Model |
Spyderco Manix 2 XL |
| SKU |
C95GPBBK2 |
| Blade Length |
3.85" (98 mm) |
| Edge Length |
3.36" (85 mm) |
| Overall Length |
8.94" (227 mm) |
| Closed Length |
5.09" (129 mm) |
| Blade Steel |
CPM S30V Stainless |
| Blade Finish |
Black DLC Coated |
| Blade Style |
Leaf-Shaped |
| Edge Type |
PlainEdge |
| Grind |
Full-Flat |
| Blade Thickness |
0.125" (3.2 mm) |
| Handle Material |
Black Textured G-10 |
| Lock Type |
Ball Bearing Lock |
| Clip Position |
Tip-Up, Ambidextrous |
| Weight |
5.2 oz (147 g) |
| Country of Origin |
United States |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Ball Bearing Lock work?
The Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 uses a caged ball bearing held under spring tension. When the blade opens, the ball rolls into place and wedges between the blade tang and a fixed stop in the handle. You retract the cage from either side to close it, which makes the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 fully ambidextrous to operate.
How is the Manix 2 XL different from the standard Manix 2?
The Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 is scaled up: a 3.85" blade and 8.94" overall length versus roughly 3.37" and 8.00" on the standard Manix 2. The design language, Ball Bearing Lock and G-10 handle construction stay the same.
What does the black DLC coating do?
The diamond-like carbon coating on the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 is a hard, low-friction surface treatment. It cuts glare, reduces drag in the cut and adds a further layer of corrosion resistance on top of the already stainless CPM S30V blade.
What is a leaf-shaped blade good for?
The leaf profile on the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 pairs a generous cutting belly with a functional point, and the full-flat grind thins it steadily toward the edge. That makes the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 an efficient slicer across food prep, packaging, cordage and general utility work.
How do I sharpen it?
Sharpen the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 at roughly 15 to 20 degrees per side on ceramic or diamond stones. CPM S30V holds an edge for a long time, so most of the time a few light passes on fine ceramic will bring the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 back without any heavy grinding.
Why CPM S30V steel?
CPM S30V is a powder-metallurgy stainless steel whose vanadium carbides give the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 strong wear resistance and edge retention, with good corrosion resistance and enough toughness for demanding everyday carry.
Is the C95GPBBK2 legal to carry?
The Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 is a manually opened, non-automatic folding knife, but its 3.85" blade exceeds the permitted carry length in some jurisdictions. Check your local blade-length and carry laws before carrying the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2.
Where can I buy the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2?
You can buy the Spyderco Manix 2 XL C95GPBBK2 here at Going Gear, an authorized Spyderco dealer. Every knife ships factory-fresh with the full Spyderco warranty.
