Opening frame lock knives?

[Skysquid]

S Skysquid , does your Chaves have a stud on the other side of the blade?

I find it way easier to middle finger flick knives with a firm detent than to thumb them open.

Thanks for the tip. I think I’m beginning to develop a grip that’s successful; it’s a matter of muscle memory now I think

 

[Skysquid]

When I got my first Chaves I literally spent an entire night attempting to figure out how to flip it open. After about 7 hours I came up with exactly the process Kmikaz3 demonstrates above. Man, if I’d seen this video back then it would have saved a sleepless night and a throbbing thumb!

Wow, this is spot on. I actually was beginning to get this this morning but your video is uber helpful Thanks

 

[Skysquid]

The only 2 frame locks that I needed to 'learn' opening were both ZTs. 450 and 452. They DON'T like any pressure on the lock bar. With the 452 all that is needed, for me, is to put my middle finger in the cut out. With that position I can push all I want and the knife will fly open every time. The 450 flies open with middle finger on the clip.
I kind of enjoy 'learning' a new knife.
Don't give up, if you love the knife, you'll figure it out.
Joe

I do love the knife and for me part of the experience is appreciating that blade flying out there and the sounds of a solid lockup. I’m getting it now though , thanks