All About Pocket Knives

charlesf20 wrote: ↑Mon Nov 08, 2021 4:22 am

1967redrider wrote: ↑Mon Nov 08, 2021 3:15 am That's what my pictures are from. Not sure what your knife looks like, any pictures?

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Man that clip is UGLY!!!

Nice, Mark.

1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:13 am Nice, Mark.

Aw, thanks John! Take a look at my new auto in "Comfort Knives" posted just now, you'll see a really cool knife! Also, did you ever get yourself a 3-bladed "Speed Hunter", because there's a 1-blader scrolling across the top right now, and the same seller has 3 others all 3-blader's, some in stag, some in Brazilian horn available. Don't know if they're in your price range though!

Madmarco wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:22 am

1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:13 am Nice, Mark.

Aw, thanks John! Take a look at my new auto in "Comfort Knives" posted just now, you'll see a really cool knife! Also, did you ever get yourself a 3-bladed "Speed Hunter", because there's a 1-blader scrolling across the top right now, and the same seller has 3 others all 3-blader's, some in stag, some in Brazilian horn available. Don't know if they're in your price range though!

I did, Mark, the 3 blade version in horn. I'll post some pictures of it and the AGA Campolin Diana I have too. The horn on both of them is really nice! Checking out your Comfort Knives post . . .

1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:27 am

Madmarco wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:22 am

1967redrider wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:13 am Nice, Mark.

Aw, thanks John! Take a look at my new auto in "Comfort Knives" posted just now, you'll see a really cool knife! Also, did you ever get yourself a 3-bladed "Speed Hunter", because there's a 1-blader scrolling across the top right now, and the same seller has 3 others all 3-blader's, some in stag, some in Brazilian horn available. Don't know if they're in your price range though!

I did, Mark, the 3 blade version in horn. I'll post some pictures of it and the AGA Campolin Diana I have too. The horn on both of them is really nice! Checking out your Comfort Knives post . . .

Oh please do John, I'd love to see both!

My only gripe about pocket clips is about how little attention some knife manufacturers pay to the design of the clip.

Some clips are left with the bottom of the clip flipped up... (Rather than flattened)

The upward portion sometimes catches on items if you brush by to closely

Here's what I mean

Flipped Up Flattened back down

Madmarco wrote: ↑Mon Nov 08, 2021 9:56 pm Man that clip is UGLY!!!

Yep.
With the screws replaced without the clip it locks in too close to the body (the top screw doesn't secure into the knife it just steadies the bolster) and jams up the action. If the screws are left even a wee bit loose the bolster shakes, rattles and rolls. I suppose I could find someone to cut down (or dremel?) the clip so where it just seats under the screw and body (not my stick) or find some tiny washer set-up?
It sure looks and FEELS so much better without. Thanks fella's.

LibertyKeeper wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:50 am My only gripe about pocket clips is about how little attention some knife manufacturers pay to the design of the clip.

Some clips are left with the bottom of the clip flipped up... (Rather than flattened)

The upward portion sometimes catches on items if you brush by to closely

Here's what I mean

Flipped Up
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Flattened back down Capture+_2021-11-08-20-44-14~2.png

Those are referred to as "clip-up", "clip-down", Jim! Sounds like you're a "clip-down" kindda guy!

LibertyKeeper wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:50 am My only gripe about pocket clips is about how little attention some knife manufacturers pay to the design of the clip.

Some clips are left with the bottom of the clip flipped up... (Rather than flattened)

The upward portion sometimes catches on items if you brush by to closely

Here's what I mean

Flipped Up
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Flattened back down Capture+_2021-11-08-20-44-14~2.png

The one's that amaze me are the high-end model knives that cost hundreds of dollars and they put a cheap thin piece of wire for the clip.

Madmarco wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 3:04 am

LibertyKeeper wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:50 am My only gripe about pocket clips is about how little attention some knife manufacturers pay to the design of the clip.

Some clips are left with the bottom of the clip flipped up... (Rather than flattened)

The upward portion sometimes catches on items if you brush by to closely

Here's what I mean

Flipped Up
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Flattened back down Capture+_2021-11-08-20-44-14~2.png

Those are referred to as "clip-up", "clip-down", Jim! Sounds like you're a "clip-down" kindda guy!

Clip down gets my vote, yes! Just learning the knife vernacular

charlesf20 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 2:55 am

Madmarco wrote: ↑Mon Nov 08, 2021 9:56 pm Man that clip is UGLY!!!

Yep.
With the screws replaced without the clip it locks in too close to the body (the top screw doesn't secure into the knife it just steadies the bolster) and jams up the action. If the screws are left even a wee bit loose the bolster shakes, rattles and rolls. I suppose I could find someone to cut down (or dremel?) the clip so where it just seats under the screw and body (not my stick) or find some tiny washer set-up?
It sure looks and FEELS so much better without. Thanks fella's.

I like your washer idea, or a spacer.

Railsplitter wrote: ↑Sat Nov 06, 2021 10:16 pm The Lion Steel Thrill slip joint incorporates the best of both worlds. The pocket clip stays flush with the handle unless you want to use it. It's spring loaded so it automatically retracts into the handle when you unclip it from your pocket.

I don't own one but I think it's a brilliant design.

The best part about AAPK is the knowledge that you get from this site!!!!

The worst part about AAPK is the money it cost you as you gain this knowledge!!!

I have ordered my first Lion Steel as I must try out this recessed pocket clip.

thank you

npeters3 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 4:20 pm

Railsplitter wrote: ↑Sat Nov 06, 2021 10:16 pm The Lion Steel Thrill slip joint incorporates the best of both worlds. The pocket clip stays flush with the handle unless you want to use it. It's spring loaded so it automatically retracts into the handle when you unclip it from your pocket.

I don't own one but I think it's a brilliant design.

The best part about AAPK is the knowledge that you get from this site!!!!

The worst part about AAPK is the money it cost you as you gain this knowledge!!!

I have ordered my first Lion Steel as I must try out this recessed pocket clip.

thank you

Awesome! Which finish did you get?

orange aluminum handle with a satin finished blade

npeters3 wrote: ↑Tue Nov 09, 2021 4:20 pm

Railsplitter wrote: ↑Sat Nov 06, 2021 10:16 pm The Lion Steel Thrill slip joint incorporates the best of both worlds. The pocket clip stays flush with the handle unless you want to use it. It's spring loaded so it automatically retracts into the handle when you unclip it from your pocket.

I don't own one but I think it's a brilliant design.

The best part about AAPK is the knowledge that you get from this site!!!!

The worst part about AAPK is the money it cost you as you gain this knowledge!!!

I have ordered my first Lion Steel as I must try out this recessed pocket clip.

thank you

You're gonna really like it N.P.!

charlesf20 wrote: ↑Sat Nov 06, 2021 3:31 am A lot of these modern knives seem to be equipped with pocket clips which to me on some of these knives seem to interfere with the action especially on autos and spring assisted. Do most just live with that or remove these extremities?

Personally, I detest the modern tactical "zombie killers" but I do have a few. (I'm entitled to my opinion ) Most all of the newer style knives, especially the tacticals have pocket clips. Lots of times when I am working around our place I carry a tactical in the breast pocket of my bib-overalls. It makes the knife very accessible no matter what position I might find myself in, sitting, standing, laying down under a piece of equipment, on a ladder, easy access to a blade I don't really care about. As long as it will cut or scrape it'll work for me. On the other hand, there will most always be a traditional folding knife in one of my front pockets, bibs, jeans, shorts or Sunday-go-to-meetin' britches, something I do care about and will not abuse unless it is a real necessity.
After you carry a traditional folder loose in your pocket for way over 60 years it hard to become stylish and start using a knife with a clip. Treefarmer

treefarmer wrote: ↑Wed Nov 10, 2021 3:57 am Personally, I detest the modern tactical "zombie killers" but I do have a few. (I'm entitled to my opinion ) Most all of the newer style knives, especially the tacticals have pocket clips. Lots of times when I am working around our place I carry a tactical in the breast pocket of my bib-overalls. It makes the knife very accessible no matter what position I might find myself in, sitting, standing, laying down under a piece of equipment, on a ladder, easy access to a blade I don't really care about. As long as it will cut or scrape it'll work for me. On the other hand, there will most always be a traditional folding knife in one of my front pockets, bibs, jeans, shorts or Sunday-go-to-meetin' britches, something I do care about and will not abuse unless it is a real necessity.
After you carry a traditional folder loose in your pocket for way over 60 years it hard to become stylish and start using a knife with a clip.
Treefarmer

Well Done!

Amen!

More better?

Looks clean and if it fires correctly, ! ! !

charlesf20 wrote: ↑Fri Nov 12, 2021 4:10 am More better?

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That clip is still butt-ugly, but if having it installed makes the knife operate properly you'll just have to live with it! I'm just glad that it's not my decision! EDIT: Wait, I'm confused! Are you asking which picture looks better, because the picture with the clip on looks exactly the same as when you first posted it, or are you only using the original picture to make a comparison of how it looks with and without? EDIT 2: Upon enlarging your picture I see you added washers to the bottom bolster screws, is that why you're asking "More better?" ?

Tazman Tom sent me the Pirhana "Virus" and it is waiting in the mailbox. (My landlord will bring it in tomorrow). It comes with a pocket clip that I'll be using without reservation. The Titanium pocket clip will keep my "pocket auto" handy, and the S30V steel blade should be razor-sharp.

The knife will be both convenient and discreet. What more do I need?

Madmarco wrote: ↑Fri Nov 12, 2021 11:16 pm EDIT: Wait, I'm confused! Are you asking which picture looks better, because the picture with the clip on looks exactly the same as when you first posted it, or are you only using the original picture to make a comparison of how it looks with and without? EDIT 2: Upon enlarging your picture I see you added washers to the bottom bolster screws, is that why you're asking "More better?" ?

Yes.