Comparison, Linerlock VS Framelock

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First of here are the specs (remember, I can make them any size you want):

Framelock Closed - 4"
Linerlock Closed - 3 5/8"

Framelock Open - 6 7/8"
Linerlock Open - 6 1/8"

Framelock Weight - 4 1/8 oz.
Linerlock Weight - 3 1/8 oz.

Internally, they have the same bronze bushing and washers, and SS pivot and stop pins.

Now a couple of photos.

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Hmmmm both are very nice. Almost all my pocket knives are liner locks. I have one axis lock and one lockback. I may have to try out a frame lock someday. Why do some prefer them? Are they stronger in lock mechanism?
 
I believe they are stronger, but for normal use the linerlock is more then strong enough.
 
Hi Rocky -

I prefer them just because they are simpler - there is really no need for a scale if the frame acts as the handle and lock - it is just a more elegant, "streamilined" design in my opinion.

I don't think either are better or worse in terms of functionality - but I suppose one could make an arguement that, depending on the scale material strength, that a liner lock might be stronger as the lockbar would be prevented from bending outward under stress.

Weasle words aside, either design is sufficiently strong for intended purposes.

best regards

mqqn
 
Thanks John. I too like them both but I'm leaning toward the framelock. I like the simplicity.
 
I like linerlocks better due to the scales I don't like metal-handled knives over a handle scale(unless it is textured or has grip-tape). Also, linerlocks are, on average, easier to disengage in my experience. There are some framelocks that have G10 or something on the other side, kinda like a hybrid of the two.
 
Does hand pressure on the framelock bar possibly add some measure of security that's absent in a liner lock?
 
markisharp said:
Any Pictures floating around with a closeup of both the knives locking mechanisms?
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Here is a bad photo, but you can see the difference. The framelock (left) has a .125 lock bar, and the linerlock has a .063 lockbar.

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I like framelocks a bit more than liner, but I don't feel under-knifed with a liner. I don't use them for things they shouldn't be used for. No lock *should* fail on you. I treat each blade as if it were a slipjoint.
 
All told, I believe the linerlock is a better looking knife, and is plenty strong. I`m going to be making a larger (4 1/2") one next to put in the exchange. I think the larger size might be more popular.
 
Hmm...I might have to see the larger version and upgrade mine. I do think I'm going to be creating trouble with the rear spacer obstructing the blade, but I'm sure you can figure out how to make it work.
 
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