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SOG Seal Revolver blade play
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More than likely you are seeing the saw blade move inside the handle and liners, but you can only move it if you force it to move. It does not move at all while it is being used for cutting because pressure being applied won't allow any slack or movement.
Also, in order for this hybrid design to work properly, it has to have a "floating" lock pin. This means the lock pin must have a slight degree of movement for it to be able to enter the locking hole in the blade at an angle.
If you notice, when you depress the lock pin, it pulls up and out at an angle, it cannot do this whithout a little movement in the pin.
This design has a slight bit of movement in the lock pin (may be some of your up and down or vertical movement), it absolutly does not affect the performance of this knife at all. Over three years of use by people all over the world has proven that the knife will perform.
This is the thing that is hardest for me to explain to folks........when you have a thick blade as in the main blade, and then rotate to a thinner saw blade within the same handles, you will have a certain degree of room for the saw to move within the handle if "pushed" from side to side because the blade is thicker and won't move within the same area.
If you have a 5/64th allen wrench, try a slight turn to the right, on right side of pivot pin, if it won't move, it's not loose (they use loctite on screws).
Don't hesitate to contact SOG warranty if you are not satisfied, they will correct any problems or send you a new one.
warranty@sogknives.com
Please email me if you did not get the answer you need, thanks.
Robbie Roberson
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Also, in order for this hybrid design to work properly, it has to have a "floating" lock pin. This means the lock pin must have a slight degree of movement for it to be able to enter the locking hole in the blade at an angle.
If you notice, when you depress the lock pin, it pulls up and out at an angle, it cannot do this whithout a little movement in the pin.
This design has a slight bit of movement in the lock pin (may be some of your up and down or vertical movement), it absolutly does not affect the performance of this knife at all. Over three years of use by people all over the world has proven that the knife will perform.
This is the thing that is hardest for me to explain to folks........when you have a thick blade as in the main blade, and then rotate to a thinner saw blade within the same handles, you will have a certain degree of room for the saw to move within the handle if "pushed" from side to side because the blade is thicker and won't move within the same area.
If you have a 5/64th allen wrench, try a slight turn to the right, on right side of pivot pin, if it won't move, it's not loose (they use loctite on screws).
Don't hesitate to contact SOG warranty if you are not satisfied, they will correct any problems or send you a new one.
warranty@sogknives.com
Please email me if you did not get the answer you need, thanks.
Robbie Roberson
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Hello, Mr. Roberson. When I first saw your knife design I nearly ripped my wallet pocket. I'm a big fan of versatility. Some may call it novel, but it's not. It just works. I've used both the blade and the saw on both wood and bone. The saw is actually long enough to be useful, the teeth are aggressive, the handle is secure. The sideways movement is inherent as you described but limited by the space between the steel liners. It's one of my favorites for quartering and packing. I once used the saw to cut poles for a travois over level ground. It made two trips into one. Thanks.
Esav Benyamin
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Hey Robbie -- how do you know so much about the Revolver !? 
(Sent you email.)
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Hello Straitshot,........ wow........that is great to hear, I love to hear about people using the Revolver like that, thank you. 
It does work, and work well. The thing I like best about the Revolver is that it is earning reputation for itself, and that is so important to me.
The idea now has three years under it's belt to prove that it's not a flash in the pan........it really has staying power and what makes me happiest is that people like it very much once they use it.
Esav, my pal..........
Robbie Roberson
It does work, and work well. The thing I like best about the Revolver is that it is earning reputation for itself, and that is so important to me.
The idea now has three years under it's belt to prove that it's not a flash in the pan........it really has staying power and what makes me happiest is that people like it very much once they use it.
Esav, my pal.........
. Robbie Roberson
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Hey Guys...
Esav...
Yaaa he talks about it like he designed it or something Eh !!!
I've had my Sog Revolvers, Both Hunter and Seal, and have used them quite a bit in the field, Alot for trimming shooting lanes and camo for my tree stands and it has worked flawless...
Blade play is no problem at all,, and as Robbie has pointed out,, it is part of the design...
If you are worried about it Revolving on you,, it would be extremely hard if not impossible to do..
Awesome Design,, Awesome Knife...
ttyle
Eric
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Esav...
Hey Robbie -- how do you know so much about the Revolver !?
Yaaa he talks about it like he designed it or something Eh !!!
I've had my Sog Revolvers, Both Hunter and Seal, and have used them quite a bit in the field, Alot for trimming shooting lanes and camo for my tree stands and it has worked flawless...
Blade play is no problem at all,, and as Robbie has pointed out,, it is part of the design...
If you are worried about it Revolving on you,, it would be extremely hard if not impossible to do..
Awesome Design,, Awesome Knife...
ttyle
Eric
O/ST
By the way, I was able to fix the problem by following Robbie's advice about tightening the hex bolt. It was very loose. I am not sure if it was shippped to me that way or if it loosened up on me, but now its nice and tight.
Right now the only thing I am worried about is the legality of keeping this knife in my backpack. I have posted a question on the knife law forum.
Right now the only thing I am worried about is the legality of keeping this knife in my backpack. I have posted a question on the knife law forum.
I posted a thread elsewhere on this site, but I'll ask here as well. How does the revolver compare in sheer durability to say the sog seal pup (which I already own). I need something with a bit more usable blade, and love the idea of having a saw build in.
I want a straight up honest opinion, has anyone used this for rough work and seen it live up to its reputation? I am considering purchasing this for Civil Air patrol Emergency Service work (i.e. Search and rescue, becon locating, etc.) so if it breaks in the field it's not just my life on the line its mine and my Ground Team, and whoever we're going in for.
I want a straight up honest opinion, has anyone used this for rough work and seen it live up to its reputation? I am considering purchasing this for Civil Air patrol Emergency Service work (i.e. Search and rescue, becon locating, etc.) so if it breaks in the field it's not just my life on the line its mine and my Ground Team, and whoever we're going in for.
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Sog+Blade Play= normal
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The idea now has three years under it's belt to prove that it's not a flash in the pan........it really has staying power and what makes me happiest is that people like it very much once they use it.
Robbie Roberson
Hey Robbie, I remember when your idea was first brought out, before SOG picked started marketing for you. It's on my list, I just haven't gotten around to picking one up yet...
Just curious if you had any feedback on improvements or modifications over the past couple of years? As I've said before, I'm truly happy for your success!:thumbup:
ROCK6