Is this knife a swicthblade, or spring loaded as they call it? I dont know much about knives, but I want to get my hubby one that you just push a butt
648301
Its spring loaded but comes out really fast and almost the same thing as a switch I have a couple and this one is one of my favorites.
648302
This knife is a Milano Stiletto with a thumb assisted blade. It is not a switchblade. You can find an array of "button" or switchblade knives from the BUDK site. Look for a military spec "button' opening knife. in general, switchblades are are against the law in most states. The difference is in how the knife is labeled and documented for style and mechanical features.
2214888
You are correct, but the spring is shown in the wrong position. You need to open the handles all the way up, then rotate the spring so that it fits in close the cutting head. That way the spring back action works!
1622517
I own the knife and I'm really pleased with it. I'm not an expert but from what I've read those two styles of Steel are virtually the same.if it were me I would trust the buck website over other information. If you buy the knife I'm sure you'll be happy with it I am with mine.
1545503
It is slightly blade heavy. I have seen videos of people using it as a throwing knife. I believe some of the videos originated with Cold Steel themselves. I have it in hand right now. I believe it would work. The blade point geometry, however, would make me leery of doing so, myself. Point is not super reinforced, actually comes to a point. I'd think that, eventually, it would break off. Just my opinion. The videos say otherwise.
367796
Not a switchblade. It opens pretty fast with assisted spring... but No "button" to push to open it. I wouldn't call it a switchblade. It's hella cool and sharp... kinda like a mini sword.
563525
Light weight is kind of relative. It has 'heft' like a good tool in your hand. The para cord wrap on the hilt is tight and light use so far has not loosened it. Feels like a solid grip that is not going to slip. It is marked Timber Wolf on one side and 46 TW76 Stainless Steel, Handcrafted in China, on the other. Mine came with the scabbard and two straps as shown in the picture. The first one I got came from BudK, I ordered a second one from them. Their delivery was fast.
1965282
Paul, Admittedly the knife was machined blade to 'spring' to tightly - mine is tight also. I could/can open mine even with mild arthritis in my thumb. I would use a small drop of WD 40 on each blade joint and work it a number of times, it should loosen.
1567368
it is not a spring assisted knife and is legal in california. The torsion bar system is not a switchblade.
1411276
Yes, and no. SpeedSafe is Kershaw's rendition of "spring assisted." Function-wise, yes it opens like a spring assisted. However, some states have restrictions on spring assisted knives, yet to my knowledge, Kershaw's SpeedSafe is legal in all 50 states.
1798714
This knife is the kind that you flick open with your thumb. It is not a spring load type.
606695
Yes it is spring assist and opens very quickly. Good knife for the money. Cannot go wrong for the price.
2135375
It's a pretty light knife. I'd say look into another brand/model for a heavier knife. Higher price-point too, I suspect.
1563933
yes. there's a small lever on the back side and if you apply pressure the blade will flick open. The blade is spring loaded. It's ideal for one-hand blade usage. This is a great knife!
1056183
It really is an awesome knife he would love it. Theres a few different blade options you'd have to choose from. Personally I did the one without any serration and I did the curved edge one instead of the tanto blade style. Honestly I would do the non serrated curved one but thats up to you haha. Also they have it in a tan color like a desert tan so maybe that would be cool for someone in the military, or olive green. I did the black and love it. I could go on and on about it but for the money, its the best pocket knife i've ever owned :D. If you do let me know how he liked it!?
1439488
Do you have the scissor locked all the way open? The first few times I used it, it seemed open all the way, but wasn't I had to make a conscious effort to click it open. ( Same as the knife blades.) when the lock engages, it tensions the spring. Good luck
1052190
No its not. I bought it and the spring assisted part is not good. It is a good looking and useful knife but its no different from regular knives.
364262
No it comes out the front like a ww2 paratrooper knife , their is a cam and gear system , the handles pull apart at the back and the blade pivots out the front . But it is mechanically done and is very awkward. If you are looking for a spring assist out the front knife the scrade viper 2 would be a much better option.