Power Lock

[ABX2011]

I owned the Chinook and the Tatanka. I thought the Powerlock was nice. It would be cool to see another XL with a Powerlock.

[Cambertree]

I’ve been curious about it too, and have looked at the Chinook 4 quite a bit. I’m not that fond of S30V though, having had some ongoing issues with a PM2 in that steel.

Can someone who has a knife with the Powerlock confirm if it is tightly locked up when open? Or does it have a little vertical play, like some of the Seki lockbacks?

[Ngati Pom]

The military would seem to fit the bill here.

[vivi]

What do you consider the ideal model?

sal

I would like to see a powerlock Manix XL. I've considered the Chinook 4 just to try the lock, but its a bit too much belly for my utilitarian preferences.

[Bill1170]

Military, Police, or any other big folder would be good candidates for this lock. It feels overkill for littler knives.

[nerdlock]

Military for me (so we can finally get a fully Ambidextrous Millie)... A great lock for a hard use classic.

[samdasnake]

I agree it would be nice to see a back lock Millie, and a power lock seems like a good choice for that platform.

[Doc Dan]

I’d try a Millie, only because I want a BACKLOCK Military.

I am not an engineer. I have trouble wrapping my head around how having more parts does not create weak points that could fail. The backlock is simple in that regard.

[ZrowsN1s]

A Tatanka with a PM steel.

[Ez556]

A choil-less Shaman with a Power Lock would be cool. My suggestion would be a Manix XL with a Power Lock, it would also service those who want a backlock Manix XL.

[Enactive]

Here is the quote I was thinking of yesterday...

Oh man, that beast makes the Military look small! So what's the difference btw a powerlock and a backlock?

Thanx for the pics Reject.

Hi Julia,

The Powerlock was invented by Kimiuki Sakai in Seki City, Japan. The main difference between the back-lock and the Powerlock is the extra part in the lock bar. It creates a wedge effect. Quite strong. There are probably a few drawings around of the lock.

I designed the knife because we had a few customers that felt we needed a mega knife somewhere in the line, just to see if we could. There are a few out there that really like very large folders. The grind line goes through the center so it has a strong point. 'Tis a beast, really.

sal

[ABX2011]

Can someone who has a knife with the Powerlock confirm if it is tightly locked up when open? Or does it have a little vertical play, like some of the Seki lockbacks?

The two that I had had zero (vertical) up and down play.

[Sonorum]

What do you consider the ideal model?

sal

Shaman. Or that no choil Shaman you hinted at.

I was scrolling down to see if anyone else would suggest this. A really tough blade shape combined with a really tough lock. Cool combo.

"The Shaman Power Lock". It sounds good doesn't it?

[Sumdumguy]

G10 Rock Jumper XL(WITH steel liners)

[ThrottleCable]

I joined this forum (long time lurker) just to comment on this topic.

My Vote: 7/8 or 3/4 sized Tatanka.

I love my Tatanka (I've purchased 3, mine, a spare, and a gift) and would like a slightly smaller version, still with the Power Lock. The Tantaka is a little too scary in public and a little big for small tasks, but I really do like the blade shape and overall ergonomics. It's currently my hiking/hunting/outdoor folder.

[sal]

Hi ThrottleCable,

Welcome to our forum.

What size are you suggesting?

sal

[vivi]

If we're doing a mini Tatanka / Tatanka 2.0, can it be lighter? That was the main thing that kept me from buying one when I handled it.

Love the ergonomics, size, blade shape, and the lock was neat, but 9+oz is a lot to pocket.

With a reduced frame size and possibly a taller flat grind I could see shaving a couple ounces off being possible.

[ABX2011]

Taller grind or a hollow grind.

[ThrottleCable]

I have a Native Chief which I like the size of, but I was disappointed that it wasn't as heavy-bladed as the Native 5. I like the Shaman's shape, choil, blade thickness, etc, but don't really like the compression lock.

Ideally I'd like a copy of the Tatanka, scaled down to 4.25" (maybe 4.0") blade length. No change to the grind, blade shape, or thickness. I like the sturdy character of the Tatanka, and there are already plenty of delicately-tipped Spydercos .

[Evil D]

What do you consider the ideal model?

sal

Shaman. Or that no choil Shaman you hinted at.

I was scrolling down to see if anyone else would suggest this. A really tough blade shape combined with a really tough lock. Cool combo.

"The Shaman Power Lock". It sounds good doesn't it?

Yeah I don't see the point of a lock that is supposed to be extra strong being used on a knife that isn't also built for abuse. A Power Lock Kiwi 4 would be pretty cool but also wouldn't be something I'd want to lean on and test the lock.




How about we bring back the Tuff with a Power Lock?