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Thanks for the replies. Joe: I found your response about reliability intriguing, again from a "practical" standpoint. Using the Military as an example of a very good liner lock, I find it difficult (but not impossible) to see how that lock would become disengaged during even the hard use of a self ...

Acknowledging that "adequate" lock strength is an important consideration in chosing a folder that would be relied upon for self-defense purposes, what does the research actually say about the frequency and cause of lock failure in self-defense situations, assuming a quality folder is being used? In ...

I forgot to add this: This alternative carry method was designed for slacks, not jeans (although I suspect it could work in jeans too). The idea for developing this carry method occurred to me when I realized one day that because the pockets in slacks are so large and loose compared to jeans' slacks ...

Hopefuly the attached pictures will convey the idea. Please note originally incorrectly suggested a width of one inch for the holder: 3/4 inch is actually more comfortable in the pocket. I've been using this holder for so many months I've lost count and it has no sign of wear. I suspect it will last ...

I offer here and would like to get feedback on a alternate method I have developed for carrying and deploying large folders; I have been using it to carry my Military for over a year. Please note it should be used only in jurisdictions where it is legal to carry a knife concealed regardless of blade ...

This is my first post to this forum, after having followed it for at least two years. It's great stuff, and I'd appreciate feedback to the following two questions. First: does anyone have any data from studies or experience on the effect of repeated openings on the blade-to-handle "tightness" or ...