Manix Modifications. What have you done? What do you want to do?

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JRinFL wrote:
Thu Jan 12, 2023 1:39 pm
JSumm wrote:
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Man, I didn't know you got the Rockscale's. Both look great. I'll eventually find one I want to add those scales to.
They raise the level so much that even the S30V model is worthy. Heck, I even thought about using my 154CM model, but it is an original M2, so I left it alone.
I almost bought a blacked out S30v Manix 2 for that exact purpose. When it was on sale.
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AWT scales in anodized aluminum "sniper grey" color
flytanium ball cage w/ ceramic ball upgrade
mxg standard titanium clip

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tyd450 wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:04 am
AWT scales in anodized aluminum "sniper grey" color
flytanium ball cage w/ ceramic ball upgrade
mxg standard titanium clip

That's a stunning beauty.
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Re: Manix Modifications. What have you done? What do you want to do?

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Bolster wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 12:26 pm
tyd450 wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:04 am
AWT scales in anodized aluminum "sniper grey" color
flytanium ball cage w/ ceramic ball upgrade
mxg standard titanium clip

That's a stunning beauty.
thanks, yes it is definitely a looker! I was also really surprised at the weight savings compared to the stock g-10 and steel liners
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Bolster wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 12:26 pm
tyd450 wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:04 am
AWT scales in anodized aluminum "sniper grey" color
flytanium ball cage w/ ceramic ball upgrade
mxg standard titanium clip

That's a stunning beauty.
I’ll second that, very nicely customized! How is the texture on those scales?
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tyd450 wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:04 am
AWT scales in anodized aluminum "sniper grey" color
flytanium ball cage w/ ceramic ball upgrade
mxg standard titanium clip
Looks good. What are the colours for the Flytanium cage and MXG clip?

I’m also interested in the texturing.

I might need to go with Sniper Grey!
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Foehammer wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 1:35 pm
Bolster wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 12:26 pm
tyd450 wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:04 am
AWT scales in anodized aluminum "sniper grey" color
flytanium ball cage w/ ceramic ball upgrade
mxg standard titanium clip

That's a stunning beauty.
I’ll second that, very nicely customized! How is the texture on those scales?
the texturing is pretty nice. I would say it is subtle and just grippy enough.
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msum wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 8:24 pm
tyd450 wrote:
Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:04 am
AWT scales in anodized aluminum "sniper grey" color
flytanium ball cage w/ ceramic ball upgrade
mxg standard titanium clip
Looks good. What are the colours for the Flytanium cage and MXG clip?

I’m also interested in the texturing.

I might need to go with Sniper Grey!
mxg clip color is "plain"

flytanium cage is "titanium stonewash"
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Thanks!
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I just discovered a really simple modification. I took the clip off to try to round the edge where I rest my fingers when closing it and when I put it back on, I discovered you can angle the clip much further toward the spine. I get a lot better grip on the knife when trying to release the lock now, so I'm no longer having issues releasing the lock when my hands are slippery.
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Manix 2 in CPM-20CV
AWT Agent Linerless Scales in Blue Titanium Cerakote
OCD-4-EDC Light Spring Kit
Flytanium Titanium Ball Cage

I've considered grabbing a Magnacut Manix LW when it comes out and blade swapping, and then do the dual-grit sharpening method from The Home Slice, but I'm incredibly happy with 20CV.
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I just finished a Manix 2 build this morning with Rockscale Ti scales, Flytainium ball cage, ceramic ball, Flytainium lanyard tube, and MXG Ti clip. One thing I did was install a light spring but it was so weak that the knife could be shaken open due to the light detent. I assembled, worked on the centering and action, and then realized that the spring was too weak. Good news is I was able to swap the spring back to the original by taking off one scale and the leading screw for the ball cage retainer. With my other burple Manix I have noticed that the action improves over time. One good thing is the Ti ball cage has better grip so unlocking is improved.
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I made some 3d printed scales for my S110V Manix 2 but they're not tough enough. I dropped it the other day on concrete and it cracked around the lock. If they where printed in nylon they would be fine. I really want to get some lw scales cnc carved out of wood.
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DansGearAddiction wrote:
Thu Feb 09, 2023 9:23 pm
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Manix 2 in CPM-20CV
AWT Agent Linerless Scales in Blue Titanium Cerakote
OCD-4-EDC Light Spring Kit
Flytanium Titanium Ball Cage

I've considered grabbing a Magnacut Manix LW when it comes out and blade swapping, and then do the dual-grit sharpening method from The Home Slice, but I'm incredibly happy with 20CV.
That is a great looking Manix!!
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DansGearAddiction wrote:
Thu Feb 09, 2023 9:23 pm
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Manix 2 in CPM-20CV
AWT Agent Linerless Scales in Blue Titanium Cerakote
OCD-4-EDC Light Spring Kit
Flytanium Titanium Ball Cage

I've considered grabbing a Magnacut Manix LW when it comes out and blade swapping, and then do the dual-grit sharpening method from The Home Slice, but I'm incredibly happy with 20CV.
That is a beautiful knife!

Quick question: It looks like it has scales, but you state you are using AWT Agent Linerless Scales. What gives? Is that a trick of the lighting?

again, That knife looks amazing!!!
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i really wish they'd make these with the standard palm swell. i hate all the "skinny" mod scales. i don't get why they would make a handle less hand-filling when it has no effect on the thickness in pocket.
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It is surprising AWT doesn't have the standard profile too. They have both for the PM2. I am planning on some Agent scales with the standard profile for one of my PM2s. Rockscale Designs has both for the Manix.
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I've been eyeing those plain Rockscale non skinny. $106 is a pretty good price, based on the examples I've seen posted.
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