RAT 1 stop pin

[syndromeofadown]

First post on the forums. I have a Rat 1 with up and down blade play due to a worn stop pin. I've swapped out other pins from the handle but hasnt improved. I was wondering if anyone knew the sizes of the pin so i could find a hardened, solid stop pin that would fit or if anyone can show me a post or video on how to make one. Thanks. Any help is appreciated.

 

[RevDevil]

Your best bet might be to just contact the company. They might be able to fix the knife or even replace it for tou. I agree the Rat folders are some really nicely made knives for a great price.

 

[powernoodle]

Welcome to Bladeforums, Syndrome. I like Mr. Rev's idea. That's a good place to start. You must use that sucker pretty good to wear down the stop pin. I have the Rat 2 in my pocket.

 

[POCEH KOCEB]

I measure mine to be 4.48mm The "pin" is actually one of the standoffs of the handle. It is not cylindrical in the end that gets in the liners, there is a flat part in the end that goes in to the lock liner.
It's doable but requires some skills and proper equipment (a small lathe i.e.)
Good luck! :thumbup:

 

[syndromeofadown]

What do you guys think about using a small piece of metal tubing to fit over the pin? Then using an oven to harden it.

 

[POCEH KOCEB]

What do you guys think about using a small piece of metal tubing to fit over the pin? Then using an oven to harden it.

Simpler alternative would be to switch the worn off stop pin/standoff with any of the other 4...