SAT failsafe (vs SpeedSafe)?

mksql

mksql

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I am comparing the Flash IIs against the Kershaw SpeedSafe designs. Given the complete lack of anything but Benchmade and CRKT at my local dealers, I must compare through information rather than hands on.

I did see a Kershaw Boa at a gun show lately, but for me it had two disadvantages: I absolutely hate linerlocks and coated blades. The former is a bit of a trust issue (no lock design debates please, plenty done in BF already), the latter a personal preference.

Thus the Alumnium Flash II has an advantage!

If whatever spring-thing that provides the movement in the SAT system breaks (I am sure it is unlikely ;)), will the knife still operate in a "manual" mode. In other words, if all hell breaks loose at the same time as the spring, will the knife still be useful? Some have stated that a failed torsion bar on a SpeedSafe may prevent the blade from properly staying closed.

Does the safety prevent the blade from moving, or does it only suppress the assisted opening feature?

Any other comments specific to SAT design superiority?
 
Hi Mksql,
Originally posted by mksql
If whatever spring-thing that provides the movement in the SAT system breaks (I am sure it is unlikely ;)), will the knife still operate in a "manual" mode. In other words, if all hell breaks loose at the same time as the spring, will the knife still be useful? Some have stated that a failed torsion bar on a SpeedSafe may prevent the blade from properly staying closed.

Does the safety prevent the blade from moving, or does it only suppress the assisted opening feature?
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Oh, the Aluminum Flash II!! :) You're barking up the right tree on this one! :D

Let me try to answer your questions here the best I can. If the "spring-thing" that makes the blade snap open happens to break, the knife will still open and close without tension (unless the "spring-thing" wedges into an adverse location).

The safety tab prevents the blade from opening...even if the SAT "spring-thing" is not in operation. Though the blade would have no tension, it would lock in the open position (and release) with the piston-action lock and the safety tab would secure it while in the closed position.

Let me know if there is anything else I can answer for you!
 
Does the safety prevent the blade from opening (locks it closed), or simply disable the Assist?
 
Hi Mksql,

To quote myself on this one:
Originally posted by Ron@SOG
The safety tab prevents the blade from opening...
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So it does prevent the blade from opening. And no, it does not disable the assist.

I hope this has cleared things up for you.
 
Oops, I forgot how to read!

Thanks for answering my questions (twice) !
 
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