Just received my XM-24, I guess there's no adjusting the pivot w/o the hinderer tool?

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My 24 is a little stiff, do you need the proper tool to adjust the pivot?
 
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I had the same problem with my 24 but I think it's cause they're so beefy.
I used my tool and even just a minor adjustment fixed it.
 
Thanks guys! Not sure why hinderer doesn't include his tool with each knife (or even a cheaper version).
 
too solid said:
Thanks guys! Not sure why hinderer doesn't include his tool with each knife (or even a cheaper version).
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That's pretty much the answer, those guys don't do anything in a cheaper version. It either stands up to a photon torpedo or they don't build it.

and "photon torpedo proof" costs a buck or two...... They are buggers:D

Good news is - you're hooked so there will be many many more Hinderers to use it on.
Bad news is - you're hooked so.... well you know the rest:)
 
Lol I can't get over the thickness of the titanium side, and the thickness of the blade. This thing is built like a fixed blade.
 
too solid said:
Lol I can't get over the thickness of the titanium side, and the thickness of the blade. This thing is built like a fixed blade.
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Seriously man, there is Nothing else like an XM. There are great knives out there, knives that in some way are the equal of the XM in a very defined way unique to them BUT when it comes to a knife - one knife that...... IF I could only grab ONE knife and not come home again.
It would be one of my XM's.
That is where the rubber meets the road.
 
Another question hinderer fans. When I open the blade slowly just before lock up its making a rubbing/scratching noise. Does this just mean it needs oil?
 
I just took out one of my "New in a box" ones and honestly my ears are shot from Rounds landing too close but my guess is what I said before - cycle that baby 400, 500 2000 times while you are watching tv..... you ain't gonna hurt her or wear her out ( remember her, nevermind)
Cycle cycle cycle UNLESS you ain't gonna use her , then put her away and dream happy thoughts of what it would be like if just....

anyway, play wit ur knife meng.
 
When I first received my new Gen4, I thought what the hell?!? This thing will not open with the flipper no matter what I did. I even watched that YouTube video that shows you how you should be applying forward/downward pressure right before flipping downwards. Anyhow, I just kept breaking it in and flipping with the wrist if it only partially opened with the flipper. I would flip while watching TV, while driving, in bed, etc.

It took 2 days to break in and now it flips lightening fast! Be patient. Once you break it in, the sound it makes when opening is pure music. Enjoy!
 
It happens when I disengage the lock bar, just at the beginning almost like something is grinding in between, sounds like nails on a chalk board. So this is normal? It doesn't bother me, it just sounds like its not normal or good for the knife.
 
Play with it. don't know what else to say. In 3 weeks check back and lets see how its doing, if you play with it a lot - 3 days.
 
Ok...I'll tell this once, it's a little trick. I do not always have tools but usually have 20 cents. Yep, 2 dimes. Do not repeat this ;)
Carefully place the knife on a flat surface (preferably a table); with it's backside on the table and blade as if it will open towards you. If it's a flipper hang the flipper over the table's edge so most of the knife is still on the table. Gently, place the edge of one dime into one edge of the screw slot on the lock side, be careful to just hold it firmly against the knife while you place the second dime in the screw's groove on the scale side. Pressing your hands toward one another, gingerly apply pressure upward with one dime and downward with the other (most likely left up/right down). The pivot will loosen. Can tighten this way too. I take no responsibility for mistakes made by those who attempt this. I have not slipped and don't know if it may mar your finish, but use caution all the same. I do this with the blade closed, I recommend that.
 
My apologies for contributing to any headaches, rubiconss.
I was attempting to eliminate potential headaches for those trying to quickly and (relatively) easily adjust their pivots.
 
Here's my two cents :D

Find two pennies. With a file, cut a notch in one penny that it slips into the nut on the Ti side. The second penny goes into the screw side. Unscrew to your desired tightness. It only takes a small fraction of a turn so be gentle :thumbup:
 
I have a small countycomm titanium pry bar on my key chain that works well too (on the more complicated side of the knife). It has a small groove in it that makes it great for pivot adjustments.
 
too solid said:
It happens when I disengage the lock bar, just at the beginning almost like something is grinding in between, sounds like nails on a chalk board. So this is normal? It doesn't bother me, it just sounds like its not normal or good for the knife.
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The coin trick works great for me on my XM's, but if there is a grinding sound I would first spray some WD40 on the pivot, and use compressed air to clean it out. Normally there is no need to completely disassemble the knife.
 
Need2Know said:
My apologies for contributing to any headaches, rubiconss.
I was attempting to eliminate potential headaches for those trying to quickly and (relatively) easily adjust their pivots.
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Was good stuff man. I wish instruction manuals were as well formulated
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