Interesting Liner Lock Test Info

[jb4570]

Hi Guys,

I was searching the web for Buck info and came across this information from AG Russell's site. Of course I had to try it out for myself as there has been a lot of discussion on this subject from time to time here. Out came my EDC Tempest and a new in the box 889. Both of these knives passed this test method......I think all of you should go and buy at least 3-4 of each of these Buck knives......

http://www.agrussell.com/knife_information/knife_encyclopedia/articles/liner_lock_tests.html

jb4570

 

[omaha-beenglockin]

My Tempest hasn't been right since jumping in the pool with the kids last summer--sniff.

This last total oil drenching has brought it closer than ever to normal function--but not quite---at least I got it cheap to begin with---lolololol

 

[jb4570]

My Tempest hasn't been right since jumping in the pool with the kids last summer--sniff.

This last total oil drenching has brought it closer than ever to normal function--but not quite---at least I got it cheap to begin with---lolololol

Hi OMBEEG,

That knife should be able to go for a swim and still work!!!!! Send it back to Buck and have it fixed or replaced!!!!! It's to good of an EDC for you to not have it performing 100%!!!!

jb4570

 

[Will Power]

Interesting:thumbup:

Conducted these tests on both of my Alpha Dorados.

The basic 270 in birchwood scales passed with flying colours, first rate lock-up.

The 271 in 154 with camo scales failed miserably.The lock on this is frankly hopeless, even a gentle spine whack folds it up.It can only be trusted if you take a screwdriver and move the lock more to the right.Not too practical outdoors:grumpy: The other one is a gem though.

 

[110 Dave]

Interesting:thumbup:

Conducted these tests on both of my Alpha Dorados.

The basic 270 in birchwood scales passed with flying colours, first rate lock-up.

The 271 in 154 with camo scales failed miserably.The lock on this is frankly hopeless, even a gentle spine whack folds it up.It can only be trusted if you take a screwdriver and move the lock more to the right.Not too practical outdoors:grumpy: The other one is a gem though.

SEND IT IN ! BUCK WILL FIX OR REPLACE IT!
send a
GOOD
explnation of what is wrong and how it is wrong
so they know what to look for and dont have to guess!

 

[shari556]

my new 889 folds with the slightest tap to the spine, i'm so disappointed i cant use it sent off a letter today . buck has no customer e-mail

 

[mainewoodsman]

my new 889 folds with the slightest tap to the spine, i'm so disappointed i cant use it sent off a letter today . buck has no customer e-mail

See this link for repairs... their warranty work is first class

http://www.buckknives.com/shipping.php

 

[shari556]

thanks maineiac

 

[mainewoodsman]

thanks maineiac

I love that! You from the NE?

 

[Will Power]

Decided to send the Alpha Dorado 271 camo back to BUCK. I can't use the knife it's just not safe.Hope all will be well as I have to send it from EU to US, worries...