Framelock folder... without a stop-pin?

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timberweasel

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While I was playing with my CRKT Ken Onion Ripple today, I noticed for the first time that it does not have a stop-pin. This means that the lockbar is responsible for maintaining integrity in two directions: lateral travel that prevents the blade from closing, and vertical strength that prevents the blade from travelling beyond its fully locked and depoyed position.

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Granted, this is a very thin/light duty knife, but is it asking too much of a lockbar? What do you all think: marvel of engineering or pedantic oversight? Any other similar designs out there for reference?

Thanks! :)

-Brett
 
Finally found a take down vid. Internal stop pin is just above the pivot. I get it now... Silly me! :D
 
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