High-end crosslock

[Joe Talmadge]

In the "Buck: hits misses etc." string, we had proposed a high-end Crosslock. CJ Buck replied at the end that the string was going to get discussed in a Buck meeting. CJ, any update?

I took a look at one of Kit Carson's custom crosslocks, and I immediately think "Winner!!!". Better blade-to-handle ratio, nice ergonomic-looking handle, better liner lock implementation, nicer looking blades. Buck could do that model with (say) steel liners and carbon fiber or colored g-10 scales, crisp liner locks, and better steel (even VG-10 or ATS-34 would be fine; hey, I'll even take 8A!).

Maybe make the drop-point blade a little sexier looking with a false edge, or better yet put in a 112-style clip point. Keep the serrated sheep's foot blade.

Whatcha say? I've already put aside the money for this beauty. This does NOT scream "Me too", that's for sure.

Joe

 

[Dennis Wright]

Joe, I've had some conversations with folks at Buck and the word is that the crosslock is in for a major redesign. Better handle materials/ratio, blade steel, etc. I don't know any particulars, and I don't know for sure when (I suspect Y2K) but there is definitely something in the works.

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

 

[Joe Talmadge]

Groovy!

If Buck would like a semi-knowledgeable hard-to-please constructive critic, send the non-disclosure agreement my way and I'd love to have at it!

Joe