thumb studs--twitch II and Gentleman

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kiov

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I just got a twitch II. I thought it was a SAT activated by the thumb stud. Instead its one of those that open by pressing down on a lever on the back of the handle. The thumb studs will not open the knife. Anyone know why the thumb studs are there?

Also, the Twitch II is a bit stiff. I have a Kershaw bump with a similar spring assisted opening lever on the back of the handle. Its much smoother. Can't say as I'm real pleased with the twitch II at this point, but maybe it will grow on me.

I got the Gentleman at the same time. It has a stud that opens the knife, but only on one side. I'm a lefty so I cant open it unless I use my right hand. Its also a black stud and a polished stainless steel knife. I would have much preferred a stainless stud, and on both sides. I'm giving it to my dad, who is right handed so it shouldn't be a problem. Still, I'd like the knife, but will not get one for myself for the above reasons.
 
If you don't already have one, pick up a Trident...that SAT is VERY addictive! And they fit nicely in your pocket....
 
kiov

The thumb stud on the Gentleman is reversible, so if you want you can just unscrew it and switch it to the opposite side for left hand use. I am left handed also. I find it nice that almost all of our knives are designed to be ambidextrous.

I am sorry to hear you are not too happy with the Twitch II you purchased. The thumb studs can be used to open the knife it is just more difficult than using the kick. If you are not happy with how the knife works send it in and we can take a look at it and adjust it.

Seconding what SPX said, the Trident is a great assisted opening knife. I also like the Twitch XL and feel it is one of our best knives to date.

Chris
 
Chris,
Thanks for the suggestions. I didn't realize that the stud was reversible. It is really a nice little knife.

I think I need to give the xl twitch some time. I also realized that the blade I was comparing it to, the bump, cost twice as much--not really fair.

I think the SOGs are great knives, and usually have the Vision on my belt.

kiov
 
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