Is that a Ti part on the Manix 2?

[Nikkogi]

I took apart a Manix 2 a few weeks back and was wondering if that piece that sort of acts as a back spacer and holds the spring is made out of titanium? Thanks

 

[The Deacon]

Magnet is attracted to it, so am guessing it's just stainless steel with a bead blasted finish. Also, AFAIK, titanium tends to gall against steel, so using it for a coil spring carrier might not be the best idea.

Paul

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[Dorito Monk]

It's made out of steel, as far as I know. At least, that would be my guess, since the spacer on mine developed quite a few spots of rust.

 

[Razorsharp1986]

No. Not Titanium. Plai old Stainless steel of some sort. Better wear resistance and overall toughness/strength. I personally think Titanium is overpriced and way overrated.

 

[JNewell]

I'll join the chorus - have disassembled some of these, and it's steel. FWIW, the orange dealer limited edition had the backspacer polished bright - it looks great.

 

[Nikkogi]

Thank you. It really looks Ti too lol.