Can I squeeze it without hurting it?

fulloflead

fulloflead

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If I squeeze the Sebenza lock deeper (over more) either while using it or just for the heck of it ( :confused: ) will it cause the lock to wear prematurely and start engaging 100% sooner rather than the usual 50% or so?

I squeezed the lock like that to one of my Sebenzas to see if it would go and it appears to lock a little deeper than it did before.
 
fulloflead said:
If I squeeze the Sebenza lock deeper (over more) either while using it or just for the heck of it ( :confused: ) will it cause the lock to wear prematurely and start engaging 100% sooner rather than the usual 50% or so?
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I'm sure it will cause the lock to wear. On the contrary to this, I've never squeezed the lock on my benza and it's settled down within a month or two at about 60% of coverage and it didn't move any more that that for more than 3 years of daily use now...
 
This is what the Unofficial Sebenza FAQ says:

My problem is that the lock travels and hits the opposing liner when a firm grip is applied. I disassembled it and cleaned it thoroughly but the problem persists.

There is nothing to fix!! The lock will move over toward the back of the front handle slab if you press hard on it. After all, it is a spring that has a natural position and can move further if pushed. The spec position for the lock is to cover 75% of the blade. If it falls naturally further than that, we will adjust it.

A difference between the Sebenza and other liner locks is that you can get in behind the lock of a Sebenza and push it over. With the others, you can only push from the top of the liner which is a less effective movement.

We know that a lot of owners of Sebenzas like to adjust the lock and the pivot etc. but we DO discourage this. When we ship the knives, they work the way they are intended and modifications usually end up with something not working right!
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Thanks a LOT! I feel a lot better.

And, yes, I do feel a little silly for not checking the FAQ. :o
It's been a while since I read it.
 
The title of this thread cracks me up.

To be honest, I was wondering the same thing myself.
 
Vermont woodsman said:
wouldnt you better off just rubbing it a bit :eek: ....Im sorry i had to..lol
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This isn't W&C. Keep that stuff in there please. :rolleyes:
 
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