Thumb studs?

The only 1 I have with Thumb stud is this 1 and it will stay that way, yes no use anytime soon

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eveled said:
I have a strong dislike for them. They get in the way when slicing and stabbing. Catch on things i am slicing. They are too close to the pivot to give enough leverage on a 110. Just my opinions, some seem to love them.

I also don't need a stud to open a 110 one handed. I get it started with a pinch between middlefinger and thumb, (quarter way). then catch the point on my jeans to open (to half), the rest of the way with a nudge from my thumb on the base of the blade. It all happens in a flash. Done this 10 times a day for 30 years haven't cut myself or my jeans yet.
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I read this and had to look to see if I had posted it. My exact thoughts.
However, I do like using the thumb stud on the 486 and yes it has occasionally gotten in the way.
 
I usually cannot use two hands when doing warranty work. I enjoy the thumbstud. I pick mine up at Buck factory store and their USA made, just put this one my 110 Pro.
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I most often use what is now often referred to as the Spydie Drop to open my 110's (we were doing this with Buck's long before Sal Glesser got into the knife business). I hold the knife by the blade and give it a shake and the handle falls opening and locking the knife. Simple. I have used other methods, but this is the one I mostly use because I feel I am a lot less likely to cut something precious...like me!

 
I really like the thumb studs and have them on all my 110 and 112 users. Never had an issue with them catching on my pocket. And after finding that sweet spot/placement on the blade, never had a problem with quick deployment! If the pocket snag is an issue, maybe a belt sheath would help...
 
drei3ree said:
I really like the thumb studs and have them on all my 110 and 112 users. Never had an issue with them catching on my pocket. And after finding that sweet spot/placement on the blade, never had a problem with quick deployment! If the pocket snag is an issue, maybe a belt sheath would help...
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I agree
 
The best argument I know for thumbstuds, was a buddy that works for our local animal control, who are not allowed to carry guns, got taken down by a large dog that had him by one arm, down on the ground.

He had a little trouble getting his knife open one handed, when it was kinda really important..................
 
That sure makes a case for...
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I don't think a thumb studs belongs on a 110, being the traditionalist I am. In cases like this where you need fast deployment assisted openers or better an automatic is what's called for. For everyday carry the 898 Impact is my choice. When I'm in the field the 110 Auto. Preston
 
afishhunter said:
What about the bar version of the opening stud?
Would they work any "better"?

Not that I want one.
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I got a thumb bar and found it difficult to get any purchase with it. It's easier for me to pinch the blade to start the opening process and finish by pushing against my trousers. Younger thumbs may have better results.
 
Thumbstud doubles as jumping as well. The 110 makes a great sound when the blade snaps open. If I used the 110 as a skinning knife I wouldn't use a thumb stud. But since I use it as an edc knife it works great.
 
Makael said:
I usually cannot use two hands when doing warranty work. I enjoy the thumbstud. I pick mine up at Buck factory store and their USA made, just put this one my 110 Pro.
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I like this one better than the Kwik stud. I like that its not as wide on the off side. I also like the knurling all the way across. I'd try one of these on my 110LT if I could get one. Either Buck doesn't sell them anymore or you have to pick them up in person in Idaho. I did download Buck's 2018 catalog and they're not listed.
 
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