New 940-1 tight pivot, loose it a bit or wait to break in?

[ipwn3r456]

Hey all,

Just recently got a 940-1, like the title said, it's a little tighter than I want it to be when opening the knife. Should I loose the pivot screw a bit, or should I give it some time for the knife to break in? Thanks.

 

[Wowbagger]

Loosen it a degree and try it. Then one more etc.
If it ever develops play in the future with a lot of use try going the opposite in the same pattern until the play is eliminated or it doesn't pivot as you like. I don't find zero play to be all that important but I want my knives to swing and drop.

I don't have the desire to flip a knife enough to break it in. A time or two and I am ready to do something else.
I've also never been a washer polisher. My 940-1 has extremely good action though I believe I did adjust it as described when new. If it were bad I would have sent it back for another one.
Oh and don't be afraid to apply just the smallest amount of super light oil to the pivot. I prefer Starrett Instrument oil used in fine measuring devices.

 

[GB940Rookie]

Mine was a little dry when I got it. One drop of oil and wow, night and day difference. I would try oil first. Use it, flip it for a couple days and then loosen pivot if necessary.

 

[Benchmade]

They can loosen up a bit over time. Like already stated though you can adjust it to your preference if you would like. Just need a #10 Torx. Start with very small adjustments.