Is An Over Travel Stop Really Ever Needed ?

symphonyincminor said:
Totally unnecessary. It just adds extra parts (more to go wrong) to solve a problem that doesn't even really exist.
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Seriously? A screw and a disc are the only additions and if either one of them fails(God only knows how on earth that would happen) it wouldn't do anything the detract from the usefulness of the knife. Your statement is absurd.

As for the Hinderer LBS: it prevents overtravel but it also prevents the lock from rubbing along the tang when you squeeze the knife. That can cause excess lock wear and, while it may not cause a failure, it can decrease the life of the lock. It's a solution to a small problem that really offers only positives. It doesn't detract at all from the knife in any way.


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What is the current consensus regarding over travel stops for titanium frame lock knives?

Over travel stops are primarily designed to prevent lock failure caused by excessive force or misuse, such as pressing down too hard on the lock or frame and bending it in the wrong direction. It is important to acknowledge that situations where over travel stops become necessary might arise if someone is wearing heavy-duty gloves, in a stressful position, unfamiliar with operating a frame lock pocket knife, or under the influence of alcohol.

Considering these factors, it is reasonable to assert that under normal circumstances, the average user may never encounter a situation where over travel stops are needed during the lifetime of their frame lock knife. These stops serve as an additional precautionary measure for potential misuse, but for most users, they may never find practical utility.

However, it is essential to acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances or user errors can lead to situations where the over travel stops become invaluable. In such scenarios, they act as a safeguard against accidental lock failure, providing reassurance and preventing potential damage to the lock mechanism. While the need for over travel stops may be rare, their inclusion in titanium frame lock knives ensures a higher level of versatility and adaptability, catering to different user scenarios.
 
Slice O Life said:
What is the current consensus regarding over travel stops for titanium frame lock knives?

Over travel stops are primarily designed to prevent lock failure caused by excessive force or misuse, such as pressing down too hard on the lock or frame and bending it in the wrong direction. It is important to acknowledge that situations where over travel stops become necessary might arise if someone is wearing heavy-duty gloves, in a stressful position, unfamiliar with operating a frame lock pocket knife, or under the influence of alcohol.

Considering these factors, it is reasonable to assert that under normal circumstances, the average user may never encounter a situation where over travel stops are needed during the lifetime of their frame lock knife. These stops serve as an additional precautionary measure for potential misuse, but for most users, they may never find practical utility.

However, it is essential to acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances or user errors can lead to situations where the over travel stops become invaluable. In such scenarios, they act as a safeguard against accidental lock failure, providing reassurance and preventing potential damage to the lock mechanism. While the need for over travel stops may be rare, their inclusion in titanium frame lock knives ensures a higher level of versatility and adaptability, catering to different user scenarios.
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Did you really resurrect a 7 year old thread to post a re-write of the original question that seems to be composed by a chatbot?
 
Funny thing is that many Ti frame locks (Hinderer, for instance) now have two over-travel stops, one RKH style in the scale, the other one in the steel/tang interface. At least one too many.

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