This has been debated ad nausea. I believe it is a valid test to judge lock design and integrity. Many makers use the test to make sure lock geometry is solid in the design of the lock. If the lock is made correctly with the correct geometry it should fail inwards and not release. Just ask Michael Walker, he invented it. keepem sharp
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Just finished a spine whack test on my Buck Select.
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Thank you...
To the one that are wondering why should one try such unusual thing: This is all this test proves, nothing else, please don't elaborate what happens to you, how often or what is your perception of common encounter with attacker,
none of us know how this will go, that's not the point.
Thank you for conveniently ignoring the times in this thread that I said that scenario is so astronomically unlikely that is only is more evidence for the complete nonsense and worthlessness of the spine whack test.
And, unless you have become a moderator and I didn't notice, we will elaborate on whatever we want, thank you very much.
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It is obvious that you don't understand what are you reading... The first sentence was intended to answer your post, that's why I got some of it in bold.
I did thank you because regardless if you agree or not with the test and my statement, you pointed correctly to what I wanted to say.
The rest of my post was intended to those who don't understand why one should whack the back of a liner lock, regardless if you also falling in this category. If you or they, still think that this is worthless "test" and nonsense, please do yourself a favor and read Twindog's post. The quote and link there is pretty much self-explanatory.
I did ask not to elaborate because in this particular case is stupid to elaborate based on your own opinion, unless you are knife maker, at least of the same caliber as the one who recommend to do such test... Than your elaboration would be based on facts and experience, as it should be, not on commenting statements you don't really understand.
Considering the authority Sal Glesser has, I'd go with his opinion any day of the week before even start thinking why you would find such test to be a nonsens...
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I think it has become obvious you didn't understand what I have been saying. My explanation of your statement was to point out how silly I feel your "tactical spine whack" theory was. My apologies if I was too subtle about it.
In my opinion, you might as well propose "Well what if my assailant is an invisible fire breathing dragon...how will my tactical blade's heat treat hold up to that?" It is just as relevant a consideration.
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He just went full credible hulk!
hahahaha yes!
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I've created a monster. 
I've created a monster.
That's a good thing.
Lively debate! People stabbing at bad guys! Bold face! Spine whacking! Members telling other members they are stupid and should not be allowed to speak! Pointed sticks!It's entertainment packed!
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I am not interested of your feelings but thanks for sharing, hope you feel better now.
...And where did you see my "tactical spine whack" theory, my self-mislead friend ?
I didn't even use the word "spine"...
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Thats unfortunate...because I am going to continue to share my feeling on the subject.
I saw your tactical spine whack theory here...in this post of yours...
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Do you mean 'whacky tactical spine theory?'
Maybe there is some language barrier going on.
But, unless I'm loopy, the guy said the spine whack test is useful, because it will tell you if the lock on your blade may fail during an encounter when your opponent whacks the spine of your deployed blade.The only way that could happen is if the bad guy makes some downward strike towards you and misses you entirely, but manages to deal a direct hit to the 1/8 inch thick, 3-4 inch long target sticking out of your hand, or if you are fending off blows with the spine of your folder. Why would the spine be pointed towards the bad guy? You "hurt" with the pointy or sharp part...not the spine.
Its an irrelevant test. Its like testing how well you can make a sunny-side up quails egg on your blade. Sure, you can test it, but so what?
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Wait you can cook quail eggs on your knife now that is interesting that would be a great thread . Pics recipes ?Maybe there is some language barrier going on.
The only way that could happen is if the bad guy makes some downward strike towards you and misses you entirely, but manages to deal a direct hit to the 1/8 inch thick, 3-4 inch long target sticking out of your hand, or if you are fending off blows with the spine of your folder. Why would the spine be pointed towards the bad guy? You "hurt" with the pointy or sharp part...not the spine.
Its an irrelevant test. Its like testing how well you can make a sunny-side up quails egg on your blade. Sure, you can test it, but so what?
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Marcie, I can't believe you are struggling so much with this totally plausible scenario! What if you are in single combat with your folder and your opponent swings his two handed, World of Warcraft broad sword in a downstroke?? I don't think I have to tell you that your only option at that point is going to be a mr. Miagi "paint the fence" crane block with the spine of the knife. And if the lock on your mini grip won't withstand said blow?? THEN who's going to look silly?? Hmm??
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marcinek, we are on the same page in regards to the usefulness (or rather lack there of) of 'spine whacking.
Uhhh, my post was meant purely as a humorous comment. The imperative word is 'whacky' (and the smily icon).
I mistankenly believed you to have a sense of humour. Sorry about that.
As you believe that there is a language barrier, there is an explanation for the word for you below:
Merriam-Webster: Whacky also wacky
wacky adjective \ˈwa-kē\
: amusing and very strange
Definition of WACKY
absurdly or amusingly eccentric or irrational : crazy <wacky ideas> <a wacky comedian>
— wack·i·ly adverb
— wack·i·ness noun
See wacky defined for English-language learners »
Variants of WACKY
wacky also whacky
Examples of WACKY
My wacky aunt takes a swim before the lake freezes every winter.
the wacky world of his imagination
Origin of WACKY
perhaps from English dialect whacky fool
First Known Use: circa 1935
Related to WACKY
Synonymsbizarre, bizarro, cranky, crazy, curious, eccentric, erratic, far-out, funky, funny, kinky, kooky (also kookie), offbeat, off-kilter, off-the-wall, outlandish, out-of-the-way, outré, peculiar, quaint, queer, queerish, quirky, remarkable, rum [chiefly British], screwy, spaced-out, strange, odd (also whacky), way-out, weird, weirdo, wild
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whacky?show=1&t=1386187242
Maybe there is some language barrier going on.
The only way that could happen is if the bad guy makes some downward strike towards you and misses you entirely, but manages to deal a direct hit to the 1/8 inch thick, 3-4 inch long target sticking out of your hand, or if you are fending off blows with the spine of your folder. Why would the spine be pointed towards the bad guy? You "hurt" with the pointy or sharp part...not the spine.
Its an irrelevant test. Its like testing how well you can make a sunny-side up quails egg on your blade. Sure, you can test it, but so what?
Uhhh, my post was meant purely as a humorous comment. The imperative word is 'whacky' (and the smily icon).
I mistankenly believed you to have a sense of humour. Sorry about that.
As you believe that there is a language barrier, there is an explanation for the word for you below:
Merriam-Webster: Whacky also wacky
wacky adjective \ˈwa-kē\
: amusing and very strange
Definition of WACKY
absurdly or amusingly eccentric or irrational : crazy <wacky ideas> <a wacky comedian>
— wack·i·ly adverb
— wack·i·ness noun
See wacky defined for English-language learners »
Variants of WACKY
wacky also whacky
Examples of WACKY
My wacky aunt takes a swim before the lake freezes every winter.
the wacky world of his imagination
Origin of WACKY
perhaps from English dialect whacky fool
First Known Use: circa 1935
Related to WACKY
Synonymsbizarre, bizarro, cranky, crazy, curious, eccentric, erratic, far-out, funky, funny, kinky, kooky (also kookie), offbeat, off-kilter, off-the-wall, outlandish, out-of-the-way, outré, peculiar, quaint, queer, queerish, quirky, remarkable, rum [chiefly British], screwy, spaced-out, strange, odd (also whacky), way-out, weird, weirdo, wild
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whacky?show=1&t=1386187242
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