frame lock stabilizer

One more thing.

Like a linerlock, the framelock that's designed and executed correctly is a beauty to behold. Very, very rare failure rates in perfect conditions.

But add a bunch of mess to the perfect condition, combined with some kind of flaw in the execution, and it's an opportunity for disaster.

Executed correctly, the framelock is extremely difficult to overspring. I went to go play with a couple and I don't think I could do it voluntarily. (But I'm kind of disinclined to voluntarily screw up my locks, too... so.... ;) )

With a shallow and narrow relief, the tension past the unlock point is very high -- possibly and probably higher than I could physically push.

But who knows... some guy who uses a CoC No 3 probably could, especially in the heat of an emergency...

-j
 
The stabilizer looks like a good idea to me. No, I've never over-extended the lockbar on any of my framelocks, but that doesn't mean it couldn't happen. And it would be unfortunate if something like that were to occur in a crucial situation, as happened to Rick.

Anyway, I just ordered a Firetac from TNK, and will be able to comment more intelligently when I receive it.
 
I see it as an evolution in the constant improvement Strider strives for. The Gen 5's had a thinker liner and unlock scallop. Now the 6th adds the stabilizer. These knives are already overbuilt. This just adds another level of reliability. I won't be selling off my current ones to buy the new models, but I do appreciate a manufacturer always striving to improve their product.

I'd say buy one! :D

John...
 
Breaking the frame lock due to white knuckle grip is exceptionally rare. So I would not imagine lots of folks would look at their frame lock knives and contemplate upgrading to one that has the Hinderer invention. It's in accordance with your needs and usage patterns. Strider is an excellent choice for this upgrade due to the client base they appeal to - people who sometimes do find themselves on the edge of things; in harm's way. In contrast, I cannot imagine the need for Sebenza's to have the Hinderer added to the lock.
 
I don't think it's to prevent breakage during the white knuckle...

It prevents the tiny bit of upward shifting that happens during white knuckling, or lockbar overtravel and ruining the set of the lock position.

-j
 
And that is a definate improvement. The stabilizer keeps the lockbar from moving on a vertical plane and while that may not seem like much to some folks, I like the fact that no matter how hard I grip the Firetac Extreme the lockbar is not going to move one iota! As far as looks go you don't even notice the button-like stabilizer due to the pocket clip covering it.

A win-win situation in my book! :D :D :cool:
 
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