Why is the thumb catch almost impossible to unlock?
1580842
Never thought about "why" but I bet a little shot of WD 40 would work on it I have 4 of them, all the same tight lock.
705340
Hi...yup. You really have to step on the release switch to unlock it. Not a favorite of mine but since I just purchased it, I hope it will loosen up over time.
1105002
The devise moves up toward the slide when you push up to lock the slide. The only issue I can foresee is will your thumb be able to contact the slide release/lock with a thicker grip. For me, I would modify the grip before I would give up the lock, it make locking and releasing the slide much more reliable, especially doing malfunction drills.
594181
There is a little groove with ridges in the area it closes shut at. It is quite tough just an FYI but I suggest using your thumb and you just pull enough on it until you can pull the blade From the locking position ( its easy to see when its unlocked) Then voila!!!
914264
Sorry, but I don't know the answer because I always have my thumb on the button out of habit. I will see if there is something in the book that came with it later today. OK The book says slide the thumb lock back and squeeze the trigger. When the trimmer is running release the thumb lock and should run until you release the trigger. Hope that helps. Don
803873
If you are able to access the back side of the lock and are mechanicly inclined you can remove the screws. Play with the buttons. I tried to reset my combo. Turned out i didnt push one of the buttons hard enough while doing so.
85487
VERY CAREFULLY! In truth, I would think you would have to manage to work it apart as gently as possible. I've not done this and am not willing to do so to find out. The sliders can fit rather tightly even when done correctly, so just do the best you can. Maybe you can help using a very small flat screwdriver to work the catches apart. It's only plastic so be gentle. Good Luck!One other thing, are both the locking catches on the same side? If not, it doesn't matter whether the logo is on the back or front, it works either way. they just fit very snugly.
818809
I've had to use this option to manually unlock mine. Although it's not impossible, it was not easy until I received specific instructions of what to do on a how to video the manufacturer sent me when I failed to figure it out on my own.
2092191
Try flipping the key around. The key basically has to twist 180 degrees in order to unlock it. It will only fit in the keyhole in one particular direction to allow turning 180 degrees. The other way, it will not reach 180degrees and will not unlock. I found that out the hard way, too, after panicking at a Starbucks.
1743400
Button must be depressed. Would need a functional thumb but not much strength.
1435663
It has a position that locks out the retract mode and then you have to reposition it to get it back into the retract mode. Hope this helps.
349458
It will not work as far as holding your thumb down on the home button to unlock bc it is covered in this case.
1414671
Depress handle and slide back to unlock, insert base of ball mount, adjust to what position you want and then slide handle forward to lock position. Handle position is marked. Good Luck.
155963
it shouldn't be too stiff. i've never had a problem pulling the bit out. Perhaps your release is stuck? When you press on the area with the 5 grooves, the area near the bit should lift off a little showing that it's unlocked/released.
102882
There is a piece that you push with your thumb. It has a safety as well so you can't close on your thumb. Very easily used with one hand, I do it several times everyday.
1924491
Not easily. I usually 'catch' the lip of the ring with pongs of a fork and try to maneuver it, or just get some warm fingers. its a bit tricky. there might be a better option/tool but I havent figured it out yet.
983414
I had the same issue. Buck spokeswoman told me they come "tight" and through use, it will improve. I had to cycle the "action" hundreds of times to get it manageable, but still too tight for "unlocking" with ease.