Is there anything else like the Sebenza pivot?

Thanks. I'm proud of it!:o
It could be readily incorporated (by the manufacturer) into most designs... almost anything, really, for an instant improvement. :thumbup:

Part of the problem with launching it on a knife like the EDX is that it gets kinda lost with all the other stuff going on with that knife (The EDX was pretty 'edgy' design in 2009).

Seems like not too many know about this pivot concept beyond those that have an EDX.
 
JCaswell said:
Thanks. I'm proud of it!:o
It could be readily incorporated (by the manufacturer) into most designs... almost anything, really, for an instant improvement. :thumbup:

Part of the problem with launching it on a knife like the EDX is that it gets kinda lost with all the other stuff going on with that knife (The EDX was pretty 'edgy' design in 2009).

Seems like not too many know about this pivot concept beyond those that have an EDX.
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Your pivot works like the adjustable locking axle or spindle on any bike or car, right?


Did you consider using a through-threaded pivot tube and a set screw from the right to lock the position of the pivot screw from the left with just a single threaded surface? Would that sort of solution be covered by your patent?

Or maybe having a locking pivot adjustment isn't the point as much as having the pivot act as a rigid stand-off?
 
RX-79G said:
Or maybe having a locking pivot adjustment isn't the point as much as having the pivot act as a rigid stand-off?
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Yes, the point is to lock the frame halves like a standoff does under tension from fully-loaded fasteners. This provides resistance to axially directed loads in both directions and sheer loads which can induce lateral variability between frame halves.

Simply locking the threads in one position (so a fastener resists backing out) is insufficient. Might as well use red Locktite on a standard pivot. The frame halves in that situation, are really only constrained in one direction (axially directed tensile). Without positive constaint in both tensile and compressive directions, heavy loading will degrade blade adjustment rapidly (as we've all encountered) because the frame halves will be subject to movement due to sheer loading.

With a standoff (or the Lockdown pivot)--- with fully tightened fasterns locking handle halves together at a specified distance--- you get positive rigid interconnection (locked against axially directed compression and tensile loads) and actual structural rigidity at the pivot that you can't otherwise enjoy.
 
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JCaswell said:
Yes, the point is to lock the frame halves like a standoff does under tension from fully-loaded fasteners. This provides resistance to axially directed loads in both directions, sheer loads which can induce lateral variability between frame halves, etc. Simply locking the threads in one position (so a fasteners resists backing out) is insufficient. Might as well use red locktite on a standard pivot. The frame halves in that situation, are really only constrained at the pivot by loose (uncompressed) threads and the presence of the blade. Heavy loading will work against and later that arrangement rapidly (as we've all encountered).
With a standoff ( or the Lockdown pivot)--- with fully tightened fasterns--- you get positive rigid interconnection and actual structural rigidity at the pivot that you can't otherwise enjoy.
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Compliments to your accomplishment! Noticing you in other forum as well!

Your design is another breath of fresh air. I can see the potential in other applications with your lockdown.

Your overall selection on knife components are well mated, the choice of HRc for your 154 also a + and the combo design incorporating pocket clip is outside the box as well!

The pivot design might one day as common as Reeves RIL and Walker Lock or utilize as optional fastener lockdown in unique application!

Hope more recognition along with success!
 
victorf said:
Compliments to your accomplishment! Noticing you in other forum as well!

Your design is another breath of fresh air. I can see the potential in other applications with your lockdown.

Your overall selection on knife components are well mated, the choice of HRc for your 154 also a + and the combo design incorporating pocket clip is outside the box as well!

The pivot design might one day as common as Reeves RIL and Walker Lock or utilize as optional fastener lockdown in unique application!

Hope more recognition along with success!
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Thanks Victor. I really appreciate it. :)
It would be nice to see more people benefit from it. No reason that can't happen.
 
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