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808spyder
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What tool?

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I was wondering what tool do I use to adjust clips on frn handles? Also where can I get that tool?
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A torx driver is what you are looking for. You can get an inexpensive one from Husky. I suggest getting a set that is t-5 through t-9 at least so you can disassemble a knife should it get very dirty...

http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/sto ... reNum=1846
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Thanks for the reply Fifteen54. The torx driver will work fine for blade adjustments. The tool I need looks like a shallow cross on the clip of frn handles (eg. Atlantic Salt).
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808spyder wrote:Thanks for the reply Fifteen54. The torx driver will work fine for blade adjustments. The tool I need looks like a shallow cross on the clip of frn handles (eg. Atlantic Salt).
A flathead screwdriver will fix that problem :)
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Ok, thanks razorsharp. Sounds good to me.
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Two coins. If you're in the USA, nickels work well.
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808spyder,

Aloha and welcome to the Forums. Is the 808 a reference to the State or to the drum/bass beat?
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Thanks to The Deacon, two nickels looks like it would fit perfectly. spyderkoholic its the 808 state.
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I always use pennies - but then again, I'm a cheap date.

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Haha, thanks phillipsted. Looks like I will be in no shortage of tools to adjust clips on frn handles. Thanks for all the replies and tips gang.
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808spyder,

Mahalo for getting back and Aloha bra! It's good to see some Aloha spirit on the Forums. I'm originally from Oahu, Aiea side, now I live in Arizona! Desert heat out here, but we have plenty of the 808 Tribe!

Aloha again bra!
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spyderkoholic wrote:808spyder,

Mahalo for getting back and Aloha bra! It's good to see some Aloha spirit on the Forums. I'm originally from Oahu, Aiea side, now I live in Arizona! Desert heat out here, but we have plenty of the 808 Tribe!

Aloha again bra!
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Was at Harbor Freight Tools today and picked up one of these for 7 bucks. Worked perfect for my clip change and pivot screw loosening on my Spyderco PM2. Has every bit you will need.
http://www.harborfreight.com/33-piece-p ... 93916.html
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Welcome 808spyder. Great to have you on board. Aloha.
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The coins and/or screwdrivers mentioned above should work fine. If you are afraid of getting scratches on the clip screw (which can be obvious if its black) I would suggest putting a paper towel or napkin between the screw and the coin or screwdriver.
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Onionman wrote:The coins and/or screwdrivers mentioned above should work fine. If you are afraid of getting scratches on the clip screw (which can be obvious if its black) I would suggest putting a paper towel or napkin between the screw and the coin or screwdriver.
I have also used some tape to not mar the surface of clip and barrel bolt.



Side note: I love Spydercos barrel bolt type clips. Just something about them that I prefer. Though I do love my wire clips.
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My favorite Torx tool is the Maxxdriver. It comes with T4,5,6,7,8,9,10 and 15 reversible bits which fit inside the handle. Very compact and has never failed me or stripped a screw.

About $7 if I recall.
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BAL wrote:Welcome 808spyder. Great to have you on board. Aloha.
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