Preferred length of the spacer/backbar for liner-lock folders?

[Patrice Lemée]

I am exploring the fascinating world of folding knives and although I have to keep doing what I love (meaning one-off knives that might be a little “out there”) I am also planning on a couple of more traditional models that I can make in a little less time and hopefully have something to offer people interested in my knives other than a spot on a 1 year or more waiting list.

Anyway all this to say that I am refining the designs and I was wondering what people liked best as far as the spacer/backbar on liner-lock folders? I am talking simpler knives but still a little more “artsy” than say pure tactical. If that makes any sense.

Personally I it when there is as much of the space covered, giving the handle a more solid or “one piece” look but I was wondering what collectors preferred.

Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks.

 

[asdf12345]

I'm not an expert. But to me it depends on the kind of knife that it is.

For a more subdued style and tone without many embellishments I prefer a shorter backspacer since I think it goes with the aesthetic of plainer materials more. It also makes me more eager to use the knife since maintenance is somewhat easier.

For something more polished and with more exotic or decorative materials I like the mid length to long backspacer since it gives the knife more room to shine and gives it a more 'premium' feel at least visually.

 

[Patrice Lemée]

That's exactly the feedback I am looking for. Thanks. :thumbup:

 

[Lycosa]

It does not matter, imo. I like both.
rolf

 

[Chuck Gedraitis Knives]

It all depends on you're design and how much room you have at the black of the knife.

 

[Don Hanson III]

I like em like this.

 

[Lorien]

I like a full length backspacer/tang stop like Don uses. Pretty much the ultimate in durability imo.
However, using full length limits design parameters, particularly if you're designing a flipper.

 

[Cliff Parker]

I like em like this.

Me too,

Cliff

 

[Patrice Lemée]

Thanks for the feedback guys. Like I said I like a full spacer best too. Looks like I am in good company.

I can see where design might dictate something else but I wanted to know if it was worth the trouble, as far as collector preference goes, to design with a full spacer in mind.

 

[Lorien]

Thanks for the feedback guys. Like I said I like a full spacer best too. Looks like I am in good company.

I can see where design might dictate something else but I wanted to know if it was worth the trouble, as far as collector preference goes, to design with a full spacer in mind.

I think that the most important thing for a knife's design is harmony. Everything in its right place