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- Wed Dec 12, 2018 1:52 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
Backlock fan checking in, I’ve never thought of using them as an extensor training tool though. I can flick ‘em but prefer the feel and sound of a slow roll out. ‘Nothing, nothing, thunk!’ Thanx for your reply, yep, I am not sure how good of an extensor training it is in fact... ;) Maybe I just mak...
- Wed Dec 12, 2018 1:49 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I open my Enduras so quickly it probably looks like I'm flipping it open. I generally don't like flippers and prefer back locks because of the bias towards closing and don't feel like it slows me down even slightly. I've carried my Enduras so long my muscle memory makes an easy normal opening faste...
- Wed Dec 12, 2018 1:47 am
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I open my Enduras so quickly it probably looks like I'm flipping it open. I generally don't like flippers and prefer back locks because of the bias towards closing and don't feel like it slows me down even slightly. I've carried my Enduras so long my muscle memory makes an easy normal opening faste...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 4:24 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Some things I would like to see from Spyderco ... you?
- Replies: 60
- Views: 8769
Re: Some things I would like to see from Spyderco ... you?
Delica featuring maximum cutting edge: That means:
Same handle (love the ergos); NO Ricasso; Blade extending all the way to the end of the handle when knife is closed.
That would be a Delica featuring almost the cutting edge of an Endura..
Same handle (love the ergos); NO Ricasso; Blade extending all the way to the end of the handle when knife is closed.
That would be a Delica featuring almost the cutting edge of an Endura..
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 4:09 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I can flick my backlocks as easily as any other lock type, but I never understood the point of flicking open a knife to begin with. I tried it out of curiosity when I heard backlocks couldn't be flicked, otherwise I manually open them with my thumb. What's the appeal? From a practical and rational ...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 4:08 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
MAN! I hope you got to the hospital on time...lonerider1013 wrote: ↑Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:54 pmBe careful. flicking backlocks wore a slit in my fingernail lol.
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 4:03 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Batoning, SMH...
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4198
Re: Batoning, SMH...
I don't understand the need to EVER baton with a knife. To me, it's just a durability test for people who want to see how much abuse their knife can take. Its a convenient way to get dry firewood or roughly shape chunks of wood before carving a tool. Its just one more way to cut things. For splitti...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 4:00 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Batoning, SMH...
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4198
Re: Batoning, SMH...
I don't understand the need to EVER baton with a knife. To me, it's just a durability test for people who want to see how much abuse their knife can take. Lots of people don't understand the need to EVER carry a knife. Different strokes for different folks. I don't personally have a realistic need ...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:51 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Batoning, SMH...
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4198
Re: Batoning, SMH...
I am impressed... Never dared to baton a folder, and my Millie would be the last of my knifes I´d choose for that, since I always hear that the Liner-Lock is the weakest type of lock...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:31 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Bought my first knife
- Replies: 37
- Views: 5004
Re: Bought my first knife
Welcome from a an also-newbie on the forum! Though I´ve owned and own some Spydercos already. But not your model, it´s still on my wishlist.
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:26 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I can flick open an Endura 4 with ease, but a Military or pm2 is certainly even easier. I think flicking is just a fun thing. But once you learn it, it just becomes another option for opening. Depending on how you initially grasp your knife (depending on the particular model, be it tip up or tip do...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:18 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
Personally, I don't really feel that flicking open Spyderco back locks would add to my hand strengthening regimen. I've never found them difficult to flick open, and besides, you aren't using all of your fingers when doing so. Just my opinion. Jim [/quote] https://youtu.be/eWMflRdOo24 I've done thes...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:14 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:12 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I haven't been able to flick my Native open at all, much less with a finger. Delica is better; I can thumb flick it. While I can flick some of my lockbacks, it's not really rewarding, to me. Balisongs and Axis locks are best here, I find. Thanks for your reply and sharing your experience! Yes, as I...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 3:06 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I always thought it was odd when some people would say that Spyderco back locks can't be flicked open, or can't be closed easily one-handed. I used to like occasionally flicking my back locks. I never had any trouble flicking open my SS Police models, Enduras, Delicas, Pacific Salts, Salt 1's, etc....
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:59 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
Thanks for the reply and the interesting link!ferider wrote: ↑Tue Dec 11, 2018 10:15 amI like it, even on the big knives. Check out my related thread viewtopic.php?f=2&t=82000.
I should add that the power lock on Chinook 4 and Tatanka makes it easier.
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:56 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I can flick my backlocks as easily as any other lock type, but I never understood the point of flicking open a knife to begin with. I tried it out of curiosity when I heard backlocks couldn't be flicked, otherwise I manually open them with my thumb. What's the appeal? Thanks for your reply! I am a ...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:35 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I love back locks maybe my favorite, I can flick easily with my thumb and I have gotten so use to the Spydie drop it just comes very natural to me I don't even think about it. My most enjoyable knives are Titanium back locks such as Chaparral and Native... both very good looking and built to last l...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:31 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
I too like backlocks and the solid feeling when it engaged. Have not found any other lock giving same satisfactory feedback. It’s also totally ambidextrous. I also flick them, but only thumb or middle finger. ;) To those taking upon the challenge, please tape up your edges, so you don’t get cut. Do...
- Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:28 pm
- Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
- Topic: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
- Replies: 54
- Views: 7815
Re: Flicking backlocks - who does like it? And motivational post
Haha I guess we are backwards, as I've never handled a kapara, tho I want to. Also i recommend the police 4 highly, if you like the endura like me, the police 4 only gets better and better, such a great steel, upgraded contours and a larger hole, it truely is a great knife, it's like the endura on ...