Lateral folder, 3D CAD visualization

[LLRJ17]

Like what I just said in the post above yours?

D'oh! Why, yes!

 

[baxtrom]

It's an interesting concept. The issue with making something like this would be the material removal of the blade material. You would have to start with a lot more material to create the hinges. Also that area would need to be annealed so as to not be brittle when force is applied. Also you would need a one sided grind so that you don't have a sharp edge sticking out when folded.

I want to find a reason to hate this, but I'm struggling.....

The only concern I have is that the edge will still be proud of the handle when closed, even if it is only a mm or less. But that's enough to plane some skin off of places I don't need planing.

Perhaps (dare I say) a CHISEL grind, to get that edge right up against the handle when closed? Or mill a cutout in the handle to cradle the blade in a recessed area?

What about having the blade fold into the handle scale and fit flush so the cutting edge isn't exposed?

Like what I just said in the post above yours?

We aim to please!

 

[baxtrom]

Conceptual lateral folder with locking mechanism of sorts & bottle opener.
I think my work here is done.
Thanks for your interest and feedback in this thread.

 

[shane45-1911]

I'm picturing this with a Ti handle and M390 blade and liking it more and more.....

 

[LLRJ17]

Brownish stonewash on the blade?

 

[Enzo’s Woodshop]

If you came out with a severe clip-point bladed version I’d love one. A deep clip with a fine point, like on a Buck 110 or 119, is really useful for the way I do detail whittling on some projects.

As for the lock, it seems you have an idea already. But if you want more ideas, I have a somewhat weird one.

I thought of perhaps having something like a barrel knife system. I included some photos of those below. These are some old knives, but I think the overall design style is good. Provides a crazy amount of strength, an unusually comfortable grip (for a folder), and completely shields the blade from whatever may be in your pocket when it’s in its folded position.

With a modern material like G10, the “barrel” could be made very slim and could accommodate a broader knife, such as yours, while still lending the knife crazy strength. In addition, you could shape the “barrel” grip however you want, so you could position things in such a way as to make the blade sit squarely along the center-point of the barrel grip, when fully folded out. That would provide a more typical symmetrical experience.


These are easily among the least convenient style of folding knives for regular EDC use, but I figure a specialized “Woodcarver’s Model” could feature a design like this and be very marketable. A small package that fits in a pocket, and still provides a seriously comfortable and durable knife for periods of long continuous use.

 

[gazz98]

I'd put the bottle opener somewhere else. I don't like the cutout of the blade by pivot. I know you want to be able to use the bottle cap when knife is closed but I'd incorporate into the back end of the handle.

I mean you'd hate for a youtuber to spine whack it and it fail right?

Also, list your HRc as 45-75 so nobody claims your knife hardness is off.

 

[Gravy]

What about using magnets to hold the blade in open/closed position?

Also I kinda feel like its backwards? The tang should be on the show side when open, so you could plant your thumb right on it and have a nice (right handed) pinch grip.

I like this idea though

 

[Enzo’s Woodshop]

list your HRc as 45-75 so nobody claims your knife hardness is off.