Do the blades collapse completely into the hilt or does it stick out when folded up?
1698678
They are suppose to collapse but they get stuck. I would recommend a different model - one with lights.
1698679
Both blades push in and completely collapse inside handle, then snap out with a down stroke of centrifugal force.
1698680
Arlene is right - the blades collapse completely into the hilt. I'm not sure what "MOM2" is complaining about - the blades are supposed to stick a bit so that they don't collapse when hit during play. Besides, getting a model that lights up wouldn't make the blades "get stuck" less.
466282
I have had no issues with the blade falling out as long as it is seated correctly. Check by hand when tool is unplugged if blade is tight.
1456663
Yes, it folds into handle out of the way. Both the blade and hook can be opened or closed one-handed.
1547269
Yes. Then entire arm swings up vertically. There is a spring bolt on the side that will snap in in horizontal and vertical positions. To fold it up you just have to take out the bolt on the top. You pull out the spring bolt on the side and it snaps back in when you have it vertical.
1584638
its very compact. You wouldn't know the blade was in there. However at the top, two little pieces of the blade handle stick up. These are there so you can quickly open with your thumb.
466277
In all the times that I have used this saw. I have never had a blade fall out. The only time a blade came out was when I failed to close the lock all the way. This is a really good saw. It has done well by me. Rick
1934845
The blade extends all the way into the handle. The handle loosens a lot though.
749671
It only sticks out less than an inch from the end of the handlebar before it goes vertical, and the top portion can swing inward if the screw is barely loose. I actually used to keep mine tight enough to stay in place when in use, but loose enough to swing inward for storage. I'm not sure why the other answers are such a solid no unless they mean it can't actually be "folded" at the bottom against the handlebar? Hopefully I'm not the one misunderstanding your question....- Mike
886896
At first fits securely in the sheath, but after lots of use (mine is dilapidated now) it loosens up quite a bit. This is a great blade for utilities though, so I do recommend it for anyone who needs a knife regularly. Another option is the CRKT Folts Minimalist series.
891248
Not sure what you mean. I have not had any problems in opening or closing the blade. The lock is safe and secure (very strong) and when I pull back the ball/lever the blade can safely be folded.I have not felt the ball/lever to be abnormally tight nor has itchanged in feel over the time I've had it (about 4-5 months).
938246
The blade will stay open until you close it, it is spring assisted, I hope this answers your question!!
1490574
Also, we noticed on ours that there is a trim piece at the opening of the scabbard that had come loose, and had to glue that back on...it is cut to fit the sword exactly, so I wouldn't worry too much about yanking it out, if that comes off it can be glued right back on...also the hilt on ours is a little loose, as others here have reported, but haven't had problems with it coming off etc...seems to be on ok despite that.
156152
Inside where the knife folds back in you will see a piece of metal that seems to be blocking the knife from closing. It's silver and serrated it can be squeezed flat against the handle... It should be directly under the belt clip. Looks kinda like it's out of place. It will release the blade
1613313
I don't have it right in front of me currently, but the blade folds back into the top bow of the saw. So if the blade is actually 21" long, it's maybe 21.25" total. It's just a bit longer than the actual blade folded up
1040905
Look at the base of the blade. There is a tab with teeth, slide it over away from the base of the blade and fold the knife closed.
230224
This knife has a thumb release like conventional folding knives that must be "held down" while the blade is folded closed. If your knife is stuck open you should unscrew the handle halves and disassemble it.
1901280
The scabbard fits relatively snug onto the habaki of the blade (the brass fitting above the hand guard). Snug meaning that if you tilt the sword while it is in the case it should not fall out loosley, however I have noticed after drawing and re-sheathing a few times the grip of the scabbard will become less effective.