New ZT0550 Thread !!!

Indeed the opening itself is very smooth(really ought to be after I put some Chris Reeve Fluorinated Grease between the washers, on the lockbar, and on the ball detent itself). Despite the fact that the lockbar can be pushed further right, the lockbar itself is so ludicrously FAT that there is ZERO blade play in either direction(including up and down), and the lock won't disengage no matter how hard I whack that spine(even with the grease).

I like the blade shape and how it almost bends forward a little, making for much easier cutting. Kinda makes me look forward to the Kershaw Tilt even more:thumbup:. The brick G10 is certainly...unique. Not as aggressive as the G10 on my 0350CB, but not exactly slippery as well.

My favorite part is looking at the knife from the titanium side, as it almost looks like a different knife entirely. I can also appreciate the open back design as well as the use of T10 size torx screws, making for easy maintenance. This is a knife that is meant to be used for YEARS, and then passed onto your children, and their children as well. Which might be overkill given the rate at which we knife nuts buy new knives, but I suppose there's no such thing as "too much":thumbup:.
 
Can I assume that the detent will eventually "wear" in being that it's a titanium framelock?

Some knives can be hard to open in the beginning, but usually,with few days of use it should become easier to open. I always like to think its because the thumb got real strong, but, yea, its detent "wear".
 
Some knives can be hard to open in the beginning, but usually,with few days of use it should become easier to open. I always like to think its because the thumb got real strong, but, yea, its detent "wear".
Excellent! Also, scratched up thumbnail aside, I'm pretty sure my thumb is getting lots of exercise from this:thumbup:(no pun intended by the smiley).
 
What the heck, since we're talking comparison shots......

Here is a shot of some fine titanium framelocks, including the 0551:thumbup: I couldn't be happier with this knife!

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Hi jonnymac44 -

Sweet line-up there!

There are a couple knives in your shot I have not seen.

What is the knife second from the bottom on the left side?

Thanks for the picture.

best regards -

mqqn
 
A couple more for size comparison...

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Wow! Nice ZT collection Ranger!

The 350 I posted in some of the pictures is one I am giving as a gift.

Until I received the package from kershawguy, I had never seen a ZT personally.

I can say I am impressed, and I think they are great knives from the two I have had a chance to handle.

Thanks for the pictures.

best regards -

mqqn
 
USPS's tracking says my 551 arrived in Maine last night at 1:30am (or early this morning :)). I'm on pins and needles for the maillady to get here today!!
 
So I finally pulled out the camera and a few other Ti framelocks to take some shots. I'd like to take some in use shots, but I need a cameraman. Apparantly I need a cameraman to take my non action pics as well. Sorry for the not so good quality.

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Tony,
That is a SWEET group of knives. I am pissed at myself that I didn't grab that RJ Martin from TNK when I had an opportunity. I grabbed a Lambert instead the Martin is still what I keep going back to look at:thumbup:

I also love the carbon overlay on the Ti JYD, very nice!!

So I finally pulled out the camera and a few other Ti framelocks to take some shots. I'd like to take some in use shots, but I need a cameraman. Apparantly I need a cameraman to take my non action pics as well. Sorry for the not so good quality.

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Hi jonnymac44 -

Sweet line-up there!

There are a couple knives in your shot I have not seen.

What is the knife second from the bottom on the left side?

Thanks for the picture.

best regards -

mqqn

Moon, thanks buddy:thumbup: The knife you are wondering about is a Tim Galyean Pro Series Turbulence. Super smooth flipper with IKBS and a tad smaller than a lot of ti framelocks so it's a real nice fit in the pocket. Great knife. Kershaw's TG-1 is based on it and is a killer knife as well. I haven't been able to get my TG-1 out of my pocket for a couple months.(Thanks again Thomas:D)
 
So I finally pulled out the camera and a few other Ti framelocks to take some shots. I'd like to take some in use shots, but I need a cameraman. Apparantly I need a cameraman to take my non action pics as well. Sorry for the not so good quality.

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Tony,Wow,what an impressive lineup!Who makes that knife right above the 0551?I have to have one.:eek:
 
I see you took a Scotchbrite pad to your 'Zaan. They look great that way.

Thanks,I bought from bigmark408 here on the forums.He did the custom work.Lots of sanding & buffing.


Third day the 0551's in the pocket.I used it to open some packages.Not much else to cut.
 
Does anyone know when the second batch of these are going to ship out? I have one ordered from the KC (and also on the backup list). Didnt know if the liner problem is going to delay things. KC said to expect delivery about 2nd week of December. Has this now changed? Thanks for any info.
 
Guys, I'll be taking an extended leave from the forums. Appreciate to support and patience with the 0551 project. Happy Holidays
 
Does anyone know when the second batch of these are going to ship out? I have one ordered from the KC (and also on the backup list). Didnt know if the liner problem is going to delay things. KC said to expect delivery about 2nd week of December. Has this now changed? Thanks for any info.

The liner was only an issue with some of the first batch. Since the 2nd batch has yet to be made, I think you should be ok. There is no telling when the next batch will show up, could be around Christmas time.
 
Does anyone know when the second batch of these are going to ship out? I have one ordered from the KC (and also on the backup list). Didnt know if the liner problem is going to delay things. KC said to expect delivery about 2nd week of December. Has this now changed? Thanks for any info.
It's doubtful that the 2nd batch is even assembled yet. I doubt the liner issue delayed things.
 
Guys, I'll be taking an extended leave from the forums. Appreciate to support and patience with the 0551 project. Happy Holidays
Thanks for the heads up... I don't blame you, enjoy the break. :thumbup:
A Happy Holiday Season and Merry Christmas to you. :thumbup:
Thanks for the cool knife & best regards.... :)
 
Enjoy the holidays Thomas! I'm still very excited to get one of the 551's in a few weeks after everything is straightened out and my dealer has em. Thanks for all your hard work, it is much appreciated:)
 
Wow! Nice ZT collection Ranger!

The 350 I posted in some of the pictures is one I am giving as a gift.

Until I received the package from kershawguy, I had never seen a ZT personally.

I can say I am impressed, and I think they are great knives from the two I have had a chance to handle.

Thanks for the pictures.

best regards -

mqqn

Thanks! IMHO, the 0302 and 0200 are even more impressive than the 0350. You should check them out.

Guys, I'll be taking an extended leave from the forums. Appreciate to support and patience with the 0551 project. Happy Holidays

Have a nice holiday and thank you for your hard work on this project. :thumbup:


WOW; cool looking knife. That is definitely one thick blade.:eek::thumbup:
 
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