Dragonfly thoughts...

SpydieFan · #1

Is it possible to switch the serrated blade from the H1 Salt D-Fly to a plain edge G-10 D-Fly and have a good functioning knfie?

Thanks

Rwb1500 · #2

Isn't the H1 Dfly pinned?

Buckles · #3

nope its torx screws

Rwb1500 · #4

Buckles wrote:nope its torx screws

You're right, it is.

So yes, you probably could. Just make sure you swap the lockbar with the blade.

I'm considering my own D'fly swap, except mine is going to be ZDP-189 into G10. :D

bh49 · #5

You can try, not sure if this will work. I read a while ago that all mid-lock are hand fitted. But I saw some switched done.

Donut · #6

I remember seeing a thread where someone swapped a ZDP blade into a G-10 Dragonfly, they noticed that the lock bars are different sized. You won't be able to swap the lockbars and it won't be a guaranteed swap, but I think it is worth a try.

kennethsime · #7

Donut wrote:I remember seeing a thread where someone swapped a ZDP blade into a G-10 Dragonfly, they noticed that the lock bars are different sized. You won't be able to swap the lockbars and it won't be a guaranteed swap, but I think it is worth a try.

If I recall correctly, each and every lockbar/blade combo is hand fitted and is a tight match.

On a knife like the Dragonfly, I really enjoy the FRN. I can't imagine G-10 improving it, but to each their own. :-)

SpydieFan · #8

I've never liked the feel of FRN. I realize it is quite strong, but it just doesn't feel right, especially with no liners, that's why I was considering the swap. Also because most say H1 is the best to have with serrations.

Thanks!

Rwb1500 · #9

bh49 wrote:You can try, not sure if this will work. I read a while ago that all mid-lock are hand fitted. But I saw some switched done.

I've done multiple swaps on Delicas and Enduras, never had a problem. I mean, it's a royal pain in the butt, but it gets easier every time you do it.

My new D'fly just came, so maybe we'll see sometime soon.