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Hey,

I am seriously thinking about getting a Chinook.I have heard of atleast 2 cases where the blade would rub the liner.I doubt this is a wide-spread problem but would really like to hear from you Chinook owners.Soooo,does your Chinook have this problem?All replies are greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Bobby
 
Mine does on occasion, never really thought about it though. I use mine to skin deer & intend it to be a "User". I check into it this weekend and post further then.

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Mark, Isiah 40:31 They that wait on the LORD shall mount up with wings as eagles...
 
I have purchased two Chinooks in the past few weeks. Both endure heavy thrusts and cuts to a covered wooden target and other uses such as cutting nylon webbing, carpet, canvas, making kindling, etc. One was a gift to my brother who is a LEO. I haven't had any problems, and my brother seems very happy with his...no complaints, quite the contrary.

I would like to know of any potential problems. If mine or my brother's develop any, I'll certainly pass on the pertinent details.

If the blade was rubbing the liner upon removal from the box, I would definitely seek to remedy the problem and consider it a factory defect; however, it may be easily remedied.

Final note, despite the heavy usage, it will still shave hair
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Due to very small clearance between the liners and the thick blade, rubbing may occur on some. Mine does just a bit. Can be yours.
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L8r,
Nakano
 
I'm with Nakano 2. When I open it with thumb... it rubs a little. When I open it with my Trigger finger, as I do most Spydies, it does not.

Sal, if you read this, is that supposed to happen?

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Mark, Isiah 40:31 They that wait on the LORD shall mount up with wings as eagles...
 
Mine has been riding in the pocket and being used for several weeks and no rubbing or loose anything anywhere on the knife. It's ugly as Hell, but I like it! And I'm impressed with the great strength this folder exudes!
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When I first got my Chinook, the blade rubbed the liner a bit. The problem was just that the pivot was too loose.

I tightened the piviot screw a tad and that quickly fixed the problem. It only centered the blade very, very slightly, but it was enough to stop the rubbing since the clearance between the blade and liner is so small.

By the way, the Chinook is one of my favorite Clipits now. It's really an amazing knife.
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[This message has been edited by cerulean (edited 12-18-2000).]
 
No rub here!
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John

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I've had 3. The first two were very low numbered knives and they both rubbed. The 3rd was is in the high 900's. It rubbed a little, due to a loose pivot screw.

On the first two, I opted to eliminate the rubbing mmyself, instead of sending it back to the factory. I just used a dremel tool and relieved the liner where the blade rubbed. About a half hour worth of work and the rubbing was gone.
 
Yep, mine rubs. Tried tightening the pivot screw, alls I got is a knife that almost won't one-hand open, but still rubs. Still, it's one bad blade! Did one heck of a job on a big buck 2 weeks ago, I'll wait 'till I hear from Sal.

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Mark, Isiah 40:31 They that wait on the LORD shall mount up with wings as eagles...
 
Despite my praises, I have found some things I would call falts with the Chinook. The point is a bit delicate, and might not sustain real abuse, but its not designed to be abused in prying type work, so I won't take issue. I am a bit dissapointed with the knifes lack of versatility however. Mine has a single clip mount, for tip down, right hand carry. Personally, i like tip up. Not a big issue, but its how i personnaly feel comfortable. I would like to see an optional mount position. I also feel for my left handed firends. While the knife itself is as ambidextorese as they come, the clip is locked on the right hand side. Either a left handed version or an optional mount position would be wonderful. Fortunatly, Spyderco has claimed to be considering a four position mounting scheme fin an updated version, but only time will tell.

In addition, there is only one adjustment point on the whole knife, and that is the blade pivot. I would like to see the pressure fit pins replaced with liner screws to facilitate adjustment, cleaning and repair, need be. Overall, not a preformance issue, but the makings for a more user friendly package.

I'm also a bit concerned with the lock design. Although it is exceedingly stong, I am worried about the lock type choice itself. It has solid lock up with no blade play, and is rock solid when my hand rides high on the grip. However, when my hand slides down on the grip, the preassure from my hand can force the lock open, possibly resulting in accidental closing. With a blade as heavy and shapr as the Chinook, i see that as a real concern for those using it in either hard working conditions, or, in the worse case scenarion, in a defensive situation.

While being of good size, with great materials, I am not convinced this knife would be a good choice for those with smaller hands that may be holding the knife over the lock, or those who would submit it to harsh and depaning use, again due to lock issues. A great look and overall feel, but i would stongly suggest the lock either be redesigned or replaced with a more abuse friendly design.
 
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