Specifications
The McNees Knives PM (Performance Machined) line is a labor of love, and now we're excited to bring you Gen 2 of our ever-popular PM Mac 2 model in our newest milling pattern.
Maintaining all the core elements that made the Gen 1 PM Mac 2 so popular, this updated version builds on the already exceptional fit and finish you've come to expect with a new and improved threaded standoff design, a milled clip area, US-made hardware with Delrin caged ceramic bearings and titanium clip and body screws, and a few other subtle changes.
The swerve milling pattern is on both the face scale and the lock side.
PM Mac 2 Background
Jonathan McNees wanted to bring a more affordable line of knives to the market, but he would only do it if he could keep them made in the USA. It might not be the easiest or most profitable route, but it's an important part of the difference that you can feel every time you pick up a PM Mac 2.
The PM Mac 2 3.5" is an extremely pocket-friendly and ergonomic design. With lines that flow open or closed, it sports all the features you would expect from a full custom.
All outsourced work on the PM line of knives is done in the US, with a good portion handled at Mcnees' Alabama-based shop, including fitting locks, detents, and sharpening. As our capabilities expand, even more will be done in-house by Jonathan and his team.
I own a stonewashed Gen 1 3.5” in 20cv and a Gen 2 3.5” with zirblasted frag milled scales in magnacut currently and love both. Both have skiffs installed as well. The gen 1 is scary drop shut and the second is a glassy smooth controlled drop shut. I love how thin the gen 1 scales feel but the gen 2 has a perfect thickness like it’s ready to work. I own hinderers, striders, Chris Reeve’s and other midtechs but find myself constantly reaching for a Mac. The mini Dixon is next up to be added to the rotation. If you like the design and have the funds, don’t hesitate.
I recently ordered a McNees PM Mac 2 3.5 Drop point/Rock Textured to compliment my Dixon. As expected, I wasn’t disappointed. Excellent blade, great action, and beautiful knife!
I received my new Mac 2 and have just loved it. Superb thumb stud action - very flickable. Rocked handle texture is oustanding. Perfect blade centering and the action is sick. I am very happy with this purchase!
You simply can’t go wrong with a McNees. Detent is crisp, Solid lock up, and the blade geometry is perfection. Thank you Jonathan and Amy!
The new grind on these is spectacular and a big difference if youre used to the prior one. The rock texture is fantastic. It is not jagged, it is super smooth in the and make the knife feel a bit slimmer. The action is dialed in and snappy as usual. Thanks to the entire McNees team for constantly making these things cooler and better.
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