Pocket clip on a slip joint?

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Bastid said:
The thought to me is enough to cause an upset stomach. :D
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Gus, take this and not only will your stomach feel better but you'll forget all about this ill conceived topic...

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VCM3 said:
Most custom handmade slipjoint makers would not be interested in mounting clips on thier knives,but you can do what you wish,to your knives. Also Case & Moore Maker have one with a clip,I do believe
-Vince
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I fully agree with this Vince, although I can understand the usefulness of a clip on certain patterns. Take a sodbuster for example. A sodbuster with a clip when working in the field(figuratively) may make a lot of sense for some folks.

All that being said, I do not think I will be mounting clips on my knives anytime soon!:eek:

Ken
 
I'm going to pretend like I never heard the words "pocket clip on a slip joint" connected together and used in a sentence in this forum. :p
 
I don't have a visceral reaction to it. I wouldn't do it. The trapper is interesting, again, I wouldn't do it, but I could see why one would. That's why I carry two knives. Clipped in the back, slipped in the front. I use both.

I do think there is something to be said for a "pocket" knife.
 
It totally defeats the purporse of a slip joint. Why would you need that type of access anyway? You're not wasting a lot of time "digging" in your pockets for a few seconds for your knife. I haven't taken any of the clips off my modern folders, but I still don't use them. However, while they look fine on a linerlock, frame lock etc, they are not appealing on a slipjoint. I believe I've only seen one, the Case model. I think an old Schrade linerlock might have had one also. Very out of place in my opinion.
 
I agree wholeheartedly with what Vince posted. If someone want to do that to their knife and gets enjoyment and good use out of it that is cool.

VCM3 said:
Most custom handmade slipjoint makers would not be interested in mounting clips on thier knives,but you can do what you wish,to your knives. Also Case & Moore Maker have one with a clip,I do believe
-Vince
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I gotta say that personally, I have been trying to remove that clipped knife image from my head all day. It has been tough, but I think I'll be alright now. That medicine Blues gave me helped and so did the cheese grater.

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silenthunterstudios said:
It totally defeats the purporse of a slip joint. Why would you need that type of access anyway? You're not wasting a lot of time "digging" in your pockets for a few seconds for your knife.
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The purpose of a slipjoint is to do work. Like any other knife. If your knife is a workhorse, ease of access may be an important consideration. This is why one might want a pocketclip on a slipjoint.

The thing about knives, for me is that they are not symbolic, nor are they fashion accessories. It seems to be the case that for many a knife nut, this is exactly what slipjoints are. A pocketable aesthetic representation of days gone by, first and foremost. This is evident from the opposition to the idea. My interest in knives, even slipjoints, almost completely lies in their utility. The only way I can enjoy slipjoints is if they are practical users. If it takes too much effort to fish out of the pocket, it's not worth my time. Doesn't matter if it has the shiniest bolsters and the most exquisite scales. I'm not interested in display pieces. As such, I have no problem with a traditional slipjoint utilizing a pocketclip. If it works, then I'm for it.
 
A pocket clip would be very welcome on the larger (longer) SAKs, especially on the One Handed Trekker. However, the Trekker is already semi-modern.

A swell center hunter could benefit from a pocket clip...but, any folder that is big enough to require a clip for the front pocket, is also suitable for the back pocket.
 
shecky said:
The purpose of a slipjoint is to do work. Like any other knife. If your knife is a workhorse, ease of access may be an important consideration. This is why one might want a pocketclip on a slipjoint.

The thing about knives, for me is that they are not symbolic, nor are they fashion accessories. It seems to be the case that for many a knife nut, this is exactly what slipjoints are. A pocketable aesthetic representation of days gone by, first and foremost. This is evident from the opposition to the idea. My interest in knives, even slipjoints, almost completely lies in their utility. The only way I can enjoy slipjoints is if they are practical users. If it takes too much effort to fish out of the pocket, it's not worth my time. Doesn't matter if it has the shiniest bolsters and the most exquisite scales. I'm not interested in display pieces. As such, I have no problem with a traditional slipjoint utilizing a pocketclip. If it works, then I'm for it.
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An excellent post. :thumbup:
 
Although I don't care for it at all and believe that there are ways to accomplish the same goal more in a more aesthetically pleasing fashion, anyone can do what they want to with their property.

And now I'm gonna go borrow that cheese grater.

James
 
glocktenman said:
What do you all think of a pocket clip on a traditional slip joint?
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The idea does not appeal to me.
Now, truth be told, I often carry a one-hander clipped to my back pocket and a traditional in my front pocket. But, that is as close as I would ever come to your proposal.
 
A pocket clip on a slip joint doesn't appeal to me, although I do have a couple set up with buckaroo pouches that accomplish pretty much the same thing.
 
Quote from Dr. Bill:

"I also own a number of what might be called 'tactical' knives... Don't use the pocket clips on any of them - knife goes in pocket. I'm the only one who knows it's there. Don't like to advertise."

I agree with Dr. Bill.

I never carry anything clipped to my pocket. It is not a matter of aesthetics, although I am getting several knives re-handled to remove unsightly pocket clip holes.

I live and work in several anti-gun; anti-knife; anti-freedom jurisdictions.

I think there are a number of posts on BF indicating that in many jurisdictions (NY, Chicago) a pocket clip is considered "Probable Cause."

I get searched enough at airports.
 
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I have had ropers ask me about putting clips on knives I make. It isn't "traditional" but I think it would make a backpocket knife carry a little more comfortable by holding it in a position where you wouldn't be sitting on it. I have never gotten around to making one though. If someone orders one I probably will.
 
It does not appeal to me because clips do not fit well with traditional patterns..... but saying that I carried a Spyderco UKPK on a two week backpacking trip last year and it was a great little slipjoint. The clip was handy for carrying it on my harness and the one handed opening made for easy access and use.
 
Clips do fit in slipjoints, just not traditional pattern. Spyderco makes excellent slipjoint knives where clips fit. Its not just really for this forum.
 
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