How strong/weak is the detent on this knife. The dent of course is the tention that keeps the knife closed and keeps the blade from coming open.
143697
Excellent. This knife is awesome. I collect and have some much more expensive knives and this is still one oft favorites. Can't say that for any othe benchmades at all.
143698
I own the 940 and 940 carbon fiber. They are both very light. I would think that any weight difference in the 943 would be insignificant.
143699
It is probably the weakest detention on a knife I own. That being said, I never find myself wishing it had a stronger detent.
143700
It depends on how much you tighten it. You can tighten the pivot until you can't even get the blade out if you want. Out of the box though, it was slightly towards the easy to open spectrum. The lock up was tight but it still managed to open easily. Not really worried about it opening in a loose bag easy, but able to flipped out with a thumb or by harshly waving the knife, sure.
143701
It depends on how much you tighten it. You can tighten the pivot until you can't even get the blade out if you want.Out of the box though, it was slightly towards the easy to open spectrum. The lock up was tight but it still managed to open easily. Not really worried about it opening in a loose bag easy, but able to flipped out with a thumb or by harshly waving the knife, sure.
1930318
I don't think you have it pushed in all the way- it took me a while to figure out that unless there is a little "Click", the blade is not as far in as it needs to be for safety and stability. Makes it really hard to take it out-strong fingers needed but that's how it has to be. And this applies to all the blades. They click into place and once they have clicked, you can slice like crazy without any problems. Are you loving your slicer? We have been camping in a rental for a year and just moved into our "forever" home last weekend and have really missed our slicer. It will be a while before we unpack it but that will make the reunion all the better, I think.
2245562
When you pull the blade out, it locks. If you're holding the back of the knife away from you (blade in your left hand), the lock is at the base of the blade. You push that down and slowly close the knife. If that doesn't work, you may have a defective knife. Hope that helps!
892566
I suppose you mean how "stiff" is the lock spring? Since it is absolutely still in mine. Anyway, it is not a gravity knife and isn't going to become one. It is a lock designed for hard use as a lock and so, it's not ever going to be a fast knife. But if it's too stiff in breaking down, it's got a burr on it. Send it back. Mine is pretty smooth but not like a liner lock. It's a cam lock that works on a spring loaded mechanical block, like a door lock.
729142
The knife springs out some, but you can open it the rest of the way with the flick of the wrist. It is very durable as well. I use it every day and it has held up well.
1469824
The knife is very strong, but does not have a full tang. It is really a "fighting knife" and would be a very poor choice for heavy prying chores. The tang only extends a couple of inches into the cast handle.
1169971
The lock should in time loose up a little but the lock is supposed to be tough. The entire purpose of this knife is the tough lock and so it doesn't give out easy n break. Sounds fine to me, mines the same way n I'm happy with mine and I'm a knive enthusiast. My opinion knife works the way it should
321214
It is very solid. I can't stress enough how good of a buy this knife is. Everything about this knife is excellent. It does come pretty stiff when you first get it but after playing with it for some time it will loosen up and be perfect. Or you could always void your warranty and take it apart and oil it. :) I would definitely recommend this knife.
983365
Although I have not taken this knife apart, once you get it, if you do, you will notice that it seems to be one piece of steel. Think of a Kabaar. I am not sure that the knife you have is the same knife I have. I have seen them (and bought them) before that are not the same. I would use my knife if I had to, but against a bear ? Does your knife have a thumb groove on the blade ? Mine does, first knife I have seen with one. I would not worry about the blade snapping but I have bought replicas like it where I would.
1839011
It's not too bad at all. I just tried it. The lever works in such a way that you don't need to pull both sides at once. You can pull the lock with your thumb and then close the blade with your other hand or against your body. On knives with heavier blades, or on knives that have loosened up a bit the blade may fall as soon as you depress the lock.
461581
I have not used it in a situation harsh enough to test the tip. From the research I did before buying, this is the best knife for the $. I completely recommend it!
498906
The blade is quite sturdy. The whole knife is sturdy. I have it on my keychain so I don't do a lot with it but it has held up excellent being on a keychain.
430784
there is a metal strip that springs out when the knife is opened. you have to manualy push it back to allow the knife to close. it is on the inside where it can hold the blade in place.
217067
The detent is light due to the ball bearing lock. Compared to the bench made axis it's only a little bit stronger. It's a great knife btw.
1937995
I have used it off and on for a few months and have not yet damaged it in any way. It appears to be made from fairly durable plastic. It is not bad as a very basic knife.
494311
the blade seems to hold an edge, and is very quiet. My only complaint is that it is a pain in the butt to clean, meat seems to get everywhere.Hope this was of some help to you.Dean
164860
I got mine a few years ago, there seemed to be a problem with the sheath at that time (I fixed it with a couple staples @ the retention spot.) Since then I read that they fixed the problem. To answer your question, at first the retention sucked! But they are a great company, and with one email, they sent me the newer improved sheath, for free of course, and it is WAY better. The knife will not fall out now. Over all, a great LITTLE knife!