Brand new Buck 110 Slim Pro TRX almost impossible to close...

[GPyro]

Hoping this isn't a sign of changes in customer service. I know I'm a Negative Nelly... is Mr Hubbard gone forever? Seems like Buck jumped the gun on this...

1. Customer asks about issue.
2. Forum confirms existence of issue.
3. CS says it's not a known issue and fixes customers knives in less than 72 hours.
4. Forum continues to verify existence of issue.
5. Forum confirms Buck workarounds do not work.

I'm curious as to what turn around time is otherwise....
My experience is your best just to return the knife.

 

[Hayai]

We will be doing a major review across the whole 110 line to correct some of these issues. there are some tweaks that need to be made. Dialing in rocker release pressure will be part of that.

Jeff

I'm curious what the result of that review was.

I bought a 110 Slim Pro TRX a few days ago, and it requires a painful amount of pressure to unlock, despite the 110 Slim Select and 110 S30V models that I've bought in the past few months requiring a perfect amount of force to unlock.

 

[MT_Pokt]

Before you all panic... have you tried loosening the lock bar screw a touch?

The problem with the Pro is you can take it apart and put it back together. Overturning at the factory is possible.

 

[Hayai]

Before you all panic... have you tried loosening the lock bar screw a touch?

The problem with the Pro is you can take it apart and put it back together. Overturning at the factory is possible.

Already tried it, to no effect.

It takes about double the force to hold the lock release all the way down on my Slim Pro TRX that it does for my Slim Select and 110 S30V. If it were a friction issue instead of a spring force issue, holding the bar down would be EASIER on the TRX.

 

[Lesknife]

Already tried it, to no effect.

It takes about double the force to hold the lock release all the way down on my Slim Pro TRX that it does for my Slim Select and 110 S30V. If it were a friction issue instead of a spring force issue, holding the bar down would be EASIER on the TRX.

I fixed all my lock backs 110s mostly and one 112. Sometimes the spring can have more tension than others and I fixed that problem by putting it in the half open position in a soft faced vise with leather or rubber then using a flat blade screw driver I pushed down till it bottomed out against the spring. That removed the excess tension and made it easier to push down with my thumb. They still have plenty of tension to lock securely and it doesn’t hurt them a bit. It also helps them open easier using the thumb stud and the automatics work much better.

 

[plb]

...then using a flat blade screw driver I pushed down till it bottomed out against the spring.

Interesting suggestion, Lesknife . I'm having a hard time picturing where you're pushing down. Is it in the channel between the lockbar rivet and the blade pivot? Are you spreading the channel wider or bending (over-extending) the spring and changing its memory? I have a couple overly stiff lockbacks I'd like to try this on, but am worried I might break the lockbar or spring.

 

[Lesknife]

Interesting suggestion, Lesknife . I'm having a hard time picturing where you're pushing down. Is it in the channel between the lockbar rivet and the blade pivot? Are you spreading the channel wider or bending (over-extending) the spring and changing its memory? I have a couple overly stiff lockbacks I'd like to try this on, but am worried I might break the lockbar or spring.

I’m pushing down on the lock bar where the thumb release is. It only goes about 1/16 inch or so more than just pressing with your thumb but it’s enough to relieve some tension.

edit to clarify ; I wrap the blade with leather, rubber, a rag or any soft material, then with blade at half open I lightly clamp the blade in a vise just enough to hold it in place with the handle resting on the vise jaws. Then I can press on the lock bar using a flat blade screwdriver where you normally press with your thumb to release the lock. I use both hands to stabilize my grip pushing down about a 1/16 inch or so till I feel it stop against the fully compressed spring. This just releases some excess tension on the spring making it easier to press. It also lessen the friction where the tang cam meets the lock tab making the automatic models fire with more authority and the manuals with a thumb stud easier to open. I’ve done this on several of my 110s and never had any issues.

 

[BennyBlade]

Thought this may qualify as an appropriate hijacking of a post.. I have a couple of the older 112 trx(?) With the micarta handles. One of the thumbstuds used to spin and then one day was just gone. Was wondering if Buck Knives Inc. Warranty dept would send me a new thumbstud or if I would have to send the knife back in. Also wondering g if anyone has had experience adding an after market ts to this model knife.View attachment 2324004

 

[Lesknife]

Thought this may qualify as an appropriate hijacking of a post.. I have a couple of the older 112 trx(?) With the micarta handles. One of the thumbstuds used to spin and then one day was just gone. Was wondering if Buck Knives Inc. Warranty dept would send me a new thumbstud or if I would have to send the knife back in. Also wondering g if anyone has had experience adding an after market ts to this model knife.View attachment 2324004

I’ll betcha our moderator Matt could tell you. Buck Knives Inc.

 

[Buck Knives Inc.]

I’ll betcha our moderator Matt could tell you. Buck Knives Inc.

I apologize about the delayed reply, I was on vacation last week. I would be happy to send you a replacement thumbstud for you 112 Pro. Please send me a private message with your address and I can get it in the mail. They are a press fit thumbstud that you can set with a small ball-peen hammer or bench vise. If you are not comfortable doing that you send it directly to me and we can replace it for you.

 

[BennyBlade]

I apologize about the delayed reply, I was on vacation last week. I would be happy to send you a replacement thumbstud for you 112 Pro. Please send me a private message with your address and I can get it in the mail. They are a press fit thumbstud that you can set with a small ball-peen hammer or bench vise. If you are not comfortable doing that you send it directly to me and we can replace it for you.

Thanks for responding. I was leaving for a vacation so I called warranty. Sylvia sent me out a new stud which was waiting for me when I got back home. Used a vice and some junk mail to install the thumbstud. It looks great and no longer rolls around like it did originally. Will definitely use it more often now.1

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[Midnight Rider]

Thanks for responding. I was leaving for a vacation so I called warranty. Sylvia sent me out a new stud which was waiting for me when I got back home. Used a vice and some junk mail to install the thumbstud. It looks great and no longer rolls around like it did originally. Will definitely use it more often now.1

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I like your unique use for junk mail!