Crosslock

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Spade

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I recently bought my first Buck knife: the Crosslock. I saw it in the showcase at my local sporting goods store and knew that I had to have it, so I wound up taking the display model home. Upon examining (playing) with the knife, I noticed a few features that have left me wondering a few things.
1. As the blade of the Crosslock is opened, the back end of the blade smacks the Zytel handle. Most other knives have some sort of metal stopper. Will the Zytel wear out and leave me with a wobbly blade? How tough is Zytel anyway?

2. The serrated blade on my knife wobbled a little when it was new. Can this be fixed?

3. My knife came with no literature. Do I need to register with Buck to activate a warranty or anything of the sort? Is there anything special that I need to know about this knife?

4. Is there a tool that will properly tighten the blades? Will Buck sharpen my serrated blade if I send the knife for this purpose?

I am planning to put this knife to work, so I am hoping for as much information as possible so I can take care of this knife. I appreciate any comments about the Crosslock.

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[This message has been edited by Spade (edited 13 August 1999).]
 
Spade, you don't say which model Crosslock you got but, from your comments, it sounds like its the Double blade with one plain blade and one fully serrated sheepsfoot blade.

The slight wobble in the serrated blade shouldn't cause you too much trouble, as long as it isn't excessive. If you tighten the blades too much they won't swing freely and will bind on opening.

The blade stopping on the zytel handle has been a problem in the past with the Crosslock. I had one customer bring one back because the blade folded back past the stop. I gave him a new one and Buck replaced the knife right away. Supposedly, they have fixed the problem but, if you have an early one, you might have to watch it.

Your knife has a lifetime guarantee from Buck so you don't have to register it. They will sharpen your knife for $5.00 if you send it to them. You can call 1-800-735-2825 and ask for customer service if you have any problems or questions.

Buck has an excellent customer service department so you should have no problems getting satisfaction from them if you call.

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Dennis Wright
Wright Knife & Sporting Goods
(Buy a gun....Piss off a liberal!)
La Mesa, Kalifornica
wrightknife@ixpres.com

 
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