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I just got a Junior and it's my first compression lock. I am trying to find the best way to close it one handed (right hand).

So far, using my pointer finger to disengage the lock requires pushing the blade against something, like my leg. Trying to "flick" the blade closed with this grip is next to impossible, so that doesn't work either.

I then tried coming over with my thumb to push the lock and using my pointer finger to push the blade down. This is better, but I have to change my grip to finish closing the knife and my others fingers are at risk if I push the blade too far in the beginning.

Anyone have any other recommendations?

I use two methods for my Superhawk at least:

* Right handed -Index finger on the comp lock, thumb on other side on handle, pinch and downward flick.

* Right handed - gripping handle normally, reach over with thumb and press to the left with side of thumb pad. Reach with index finger to slowly move blade with hole. Re-adjust hand and close with blade facing you.

I will normally do one of these, both right handed.

I shift my hand to the other side of the knife and pinch the lock released, then use a little momentum to swing the blade closed.

While still gripping the knife, I move my thumb to the lock release and press it released with the side of my thumb and swing the blade until it hits my pointer finger, then close it like a lock back.

I love Comp Locks, very strong. I think you will be ok, just work on it a while.

I "pinch & flick" to open and close. ("pinch & flick"= pinch with index finger & thumb)
or
to close, right thumb push lock tab, flick, then thumb to close.

Para and Para 2 it's the pinch flick to close if I am doing it one handed usually.

I don't really flick it hard either, just enough to close the blade most of the way usually and then just close it with my thumb.

Jet B wrote:Para and Para 2 it's the pinch flick to close if I am doing it one handed usually.

I don't really flick it hard either, just enough to close the blade most of the way usually and then just close it with my thumb.

Same here with my Para2. Can hardly call it a flick, just a slight motion is enough to make the blade come down.

I usually just pinch the lock and let the blade swing open or closed.

Stealth mode: sometimes I pinch the lock with the index finger and maintain pressure on the lock while using the thumb hole to fully open the blade, then release the lock. This will quietly open it without the lock snapping into place. It can be closed the same way. Thumb in the hole while disengaging the lock, then thumb it closed. This provides complete control of the blade.

I've always loved this vid. It's of a Paramilitary 1 but it rocks. I think the dude is a forumite but I cannot remember who he is.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbCqHUbF8EA


I've used a compression lock on a Paramilitary for so long that I can open and close it just about any way possible. Right or left handed, upside down, right side up in a lake of molten lava, inside a tornado.... :) you get the point.

:spyder:

I use a two handed close, with index finger on the compression lock. I grip the knife on the sides so my fingers are out of the way.

I use my middle finger to disengage the lock, and use my index finger to close the blade. If the blade doesn't close all the way, I click it shut with my thumb. Works nice and smooth, while allowing me to maintain control of the blade.

I do flick it open and closed at home for fun, but when I'm out in public I like to appear as responsible as possible. :)

Like a lockback!

I use my thumb to disengage the lock, let the knife fall to my index finger (choil protects it), then close the rest with my thumb.

Thumb on side of handle, blade facing down, push comp lock with index finger and let the blade swing closed. I try not to let it come down too hard. Simple, safe, strong, and smooth. My favorite lock.

Left-handed: thumb on the lock, index finger swings the blade closed.

The compression lock is truly for us lefties.

c.joe wrote:Like a lockback!

I use my thumb to disengage the lock, let the knife fall to my index finger (choil protects it), then close the rest with my thumb.

+1. The top compression lock is arguably the easiest to disengage once you get used to it.

This vid, at about 40 seconds.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVO3Foex ... re=related
(no idea who that is by the way, just searched for a review vid showing how i close mine)