Flipper recommendation? (duplicate thread - pls ignore)

GregNYC

GregNYC

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(This might be a bit long)

I'd like to ask for recommendations on a flipper. I'll say more about what I'm looking for. Bit of a story first.

In several decades of collecting knives, I'm just now getting interested in flippers. I saw an ad for the Chaves Ultramar T.A.K. I liked its bad-ass chunky design, even liked the skull clip. But when it arrived, I was very disappointed. It's really hard to deploy, almost as if there's a magnet holding the blade shut. I have to press so hard, my index finger turns white around the flip tab. Gunny Glide hasn't helped.

When I looked into video reviews of flippers, I saw how easily they can open, and fall shut. So I'm convinced my T.A.K. needs work or something. Maybe there's a person who can tweak these?

But I'm willing to try at least one other flipper. I've got some ideas of what I'd like.

--$800 max. Regardless of price, I want good QC, because I can't do tweaks or repairs.

--Made overseas is OK.

--Good smooth out-of-the-box action. I notice people talking about ceramic and double-row bearings. Not sure if that's necessary. Lol, Arizona Custom Knives has these kinds of offerings, I could eventually buy a knife with these. But unfortunately I don't have the time to learn how to take apart knives to do the swaps.

--Relative maintenance free. About all I myself can do is wash, dry and lube, nothing fancy.

--I'd like a simple design. this is not a show-stopper, but I like the profile of the Medford M-48 (but with better action), or the Pro-Tech Malibu (but obtainable).

--Prominent flipper tab. I have a Buck where the flipper tab is too small, and it doesn't generate the leverage or snap needed. A knurled or textured tab is a plus.

--No thumb studs or Spidey-type holes or tanto blade shape on this first flipper.

--For my type of use, I prefer slicier blades.

Thanks to everyone who responds!!

--Greg Goode
 
I don't own many knives and I don't own these ones personally but I have heard good things about anything from CIVIVI. And most of them will fit your requirements. Like for example, the elementum line(I most likely butchered that spelling)
 
My TAC doesn’t exhibit the issues you describe.

1. Perhaps, if possible, you could either return or exchange it with the seller.
2. The T in TAC stands for tiny. Anyone wishing to recommend a replacement would likely need to know the size of knife you desire.
3. Best of luck in your quest.
 
Some flippers take a bit of time to break in. Keep flipping it over and over and it should start working fine. If not, I would send it back.

As to my recommendations, anything made by Reate on the high end. On the low end, try a Kizer Gemini. I got mine for $140, it's an amazing value and an effortless flipper.
 
Have you taken a look at the Spartan Blades Kranos? USA made, smooth as hell, and a company that backs their product. I've spoken to Curtis Iovito on several occasions. Guy is awesome. I actually have this one BNIB I am going to put on the FS/ FT later. If your interested you can email me. Its my username @gmail.com20230117_164218.jpg20230117_164232.jpg
 
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