Sal Glesser
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I believe we have a pattern that is very close. Maybe one or two more mock-ups.
I need clip input. We've drawn a variety of clips, up, down, left, right, stamped & wire, different sizes.
Though I realize that for many, the design will never leave the showcase, but my desire would not be to create a "showcase queen", so "looks" are not as important as function.
My current leaning is for a tip up wire clip as used on the Dodo and Spyderfly.
1. It's smaller and less noticable.
2. Offers simple left and right capability.
3. Can be coated if black is the ticket.
4. Can be replaced by the "deep pocket" version designed for the UK knife if deep pocket is desired.
5. Is more user friendly on furniture and cars.
6. Has more "give" when stressed.
Hey APBT, the inertia opening is more dependent on the lock type than the clip location. The spring on our Lock-backs make them more difficult to inertia open, but they also hold the knife closed more securely. It's always a trade-off.
On locks;
We could use a lock-back, bring the scales up to flush and create a "pocket" to push the locking bar down into for release. This would make it very difficult to accidentally unlock in a "squeeze". (alleviating Joe's concerns). But would not be my first option as it make inertia more difficult.
A compression lock would fit, but the backside scale shape would have to be carefully shaped for maximum security.
A linerlock would fit. Strength might be an issue without making it thicker. Like the compression lock, the release area would have to be minimal.
I think my first choice would be a small ball bearing like the Dodo. It's very smooth, impossible to squeeze into unlocking and very reliable, but I don't know if we can fit it in without compromising the pattern.
I think either of our two new locks would work, but the locks are still in development and would slow down the project.
Need clip argument at this time
sal
I need clip input. We've drawn a variety of clips, up, down, left, right, stamped & wire, different sizes.
Though I realize that for many, the design will never leave the showcase, but my desire would not be to create a "showcase queen", so "looks" are not as important as function.
My current leaning is for a tip up wire clip as used on the Dodo and Spyderfly.
1. It's smaller and less noticable.
2. Offers simple left and right capability.
3. Can be coated if black is the ticket.
4. Can be replaced by the "deep pocket" version designed for the UK knife if deep pocket is desired.
5. Is more user friendly on furniture and cars.
6. Has more "give" when stressed.
Hey APBT, the inertia opening is more dependent on the lock type than the clip location. The spring on our Lock-backs make them more difficult to inertia open, but they also hold the knife closed more securely. It's always a trade-off.
On locks;
We could use a lock-back, bring the scales up to flush and create a "pocket" to push the locking bar down into for release. This would make it very difficult to accidentally unlock in a "squeeze". (alleviating Joe's concerns). But would not be my first option as it make inertia more difficult.
A compression lock would fit, but the backside scale shape would have to be carefully shaped for maximum security.
A linerlock would fit. Strength might be an issue without making it thicker. Like the compression lock, the release area would have to be minimal.
I think my first choice would be a small ball bearing like the Dodo. It's very smooth, impossible to squeeze into unlocking and very reliable, but I don't know if we can fit it in without compromising the pattern.
I think either of our two new locks would work, but the locks are still in development and would slow down the project.
Need clip argument at this time
sal
) the list goes on. These knives are all dedicated to specialized fields, and you and the Spydie Team bringing quality Spyderco blades to market to suit these specializations is greatly appreciated.
