IKBS Flipper Button Lock -or something similar

[Burdan]

Hi Guys, do you know anyone who is making a flipper with a rolling pivot system AND a button lock? I dont want it to be a titanium frame lock, i want to have a lock that keeps my fingers out of the bladepath. That way i can open it as fast as i close it....which should be fun.

I believe G&G Hawk has a Roller thrust bearing system/flipper/hawklock combo. Maybe Brian Tighe has something like this too. anyone else making something similar? Just curious.

 

[harkamus]

Damn, I should learn to read the entire post. You got it on TIghe. I don't know of any other maker.

 

[harkamus]

It's worth nothing that Brian Tighe's website is a bit outdated. IIRC, any knife you see on that website he can make with his STBS bearing system. The IKBS system uses unshielded bearings, which is a flaw because dirt can accumulate. The STBS system uses a shield to cover up the bearing.

 

[Burdan]

I do love Brian Tighe's knives. They look so amazing.