Slipjoint OR lockback

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A. G. Russell

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I personally have a strong preference for single blade lockbacks, of course I have almost never met a knife I didn't like.

Which do you prefer, lockback or slipjoint? thanks, A. G.
 
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I feel strongly both ways! ;)
 
Lock backs are nice, but I seldom find a need for a rigid knife, thus my carry of folders in the first place. I recently found new respect for 'nice' lockbacks, gaining a 110, the first I'd ever seen with smooth action, walk and talk, and a solid lock that is easy to release... something i'd not seen on other lockbacks I'd handled.

But. I still prefer the slipjoint. Lock backs are OK, but after cutting most things I seem to find myself hands full, and need to close the knife one handed... verry simple with a slipjoint.... not so much with a lockback- doable but not particularly safe to the fingers. IME (In My Experiance).


I do like both in one knife though, I have a nice Gerber stockman like that, that is real handy. ;)

G.
 
Right tool for the right job. To clarify. . . .for heavier cutting tasks, I prefer a lockback. Makes me feel safer. Would never kick a slipjoint out of bed for eating cookies. . . .or for that matter. . . .crackers. :D
 
For the knife to be a proper everyday tool. I like the slipjoint for the fact that it has more than one blade. A long and a short make the perfect complement.

God bless
 
Blues said:
I feel strongly both ways! ;)
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There is something about the feel and sound of a good lockback when opened.
Unfortunately a lot of them don't have as much character IMO as a good ol slipjoint...

That said, I still like an old Buck 112 when the mood strikes
 
AG I like both styles.On smaller folders,used more for EDC & utilitarian purposes,I feel,if one knows the limitations of the knife and or how to use a knife,the lock,is rendered almost use less.
But in a situation where a larger folder is used in place of what a lot of knife people would use a fixed blade for,say working on a big game animal,or filleting,in slippery,wet conditions,the lockback,I'd think,would be a few steps up.
Somewhat loose pivots (blade play) is tolerable,to me,but a sloppy lock up on a lockback is a big turn off to me

IMO,a folder like this one :

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=597515&highlight=halfrich

Makes for, a better folding hunter

Thats my take on it.-Vince
 
A.G.,

I collect one series of knives. I 'USE' several types. I have had slipjoints close or partially close the blade on a few occasions none causing injury. I have stuck my hand inside a elk to cut stuff loose with a stockman, but prefer a small lock. I also hunt with a SAK with a saw and lock blade, which I am pleased with. But, you always have the option to size the knives to job, and carry larger locks or go to fixed blades.
I have a fondness for a old TL-29 which many times I have wondered why was the lock not on the blade instead of on the screwdriver. I am guessing it is for the wire stripping use of the screwdriver blade.
Once in a great while I will have a open blade move, but for everyday-walking around activity as listed in most replies to the "What did you cut today" thread a slipjoint works as the family sedans of knives. In my case and it appears in their's, lockbacks are the heavy haulers.

All that said, if you come up with trim and compact lockbacks the size of average stockmen,trappers,barlows and canoes, I would be interested.

300Bucks
 
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Sir, I feel much the way you do (I never met a knife I didn't like.) (and want)

When circumstances allow (when I am not at work), I carry both a slipjoint and a one hand opener.

Sorry, that's probably not much help to you.
 
I carry and use slipjoints most of the time. I always have a small fixed blade nearby for those tougher tasks. It's nothing against lockbacks, I just prefer the slipjont for EDC.
 
Both for me, depending on the job at hand.

For small chores, like carving & whittling, opening letters, cutting twine, etc., I use a slipjoint. For anything larger, like cutting up cardboard for recycling, or steak on the grill, or anything where I need the security of a lockback, then my Buck 110 or clones of it are what I use.

thx - cpr
 
Slipjoint.:thumbup:

My "locking" knives are fixed blades.;)

Thankfully my state allows me to carry them.:eek:
 
I have no real preference one way or another on the subject of locks. I'm more concerned about the size and the pattern when it comes to slipjoints or lockers.
 
Peregrin said:
I carry and use slipjoints most of the time. I always have a small fixed blade nearby for those tougher tasks. It's nothing against lockbacks, I just prefer the slipjont for EDC.
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This conveys my feelings. Have just always preferred slipjoints. And, pretty much a single-bladed fan.

- Joe
 
I like both slipjoints and lockbacks. My favorite, however is a slipjoint with a linerlock.

Leo
 
Under 3" blade slipjoint is fine because I work within its limitations. Over 3" I expect to use it harder so it should be a lockback.
 
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