What iI The Strongest Folding Knife Lockup?

SpookStrickland said:
I always thought the buck 110 had a great lock up, but from my research it looks like the Tri Ad is really lock to beat now. In fact they say it's so strong that the blade will break before the lock ever does. My next knife is going to be either a Voyager or Recon 1 to test it out.
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I'm leaning in the same direction with a Cold Steel Espada with Polished G10 Handle.
 
Its not all about strength but reliability, durability, shock, etc. also how the design works when things are loose or dirty instead of optimal condition.
 
I've pretty much used and abused them all and thus far, the Triad lock has impressed me the most. Keep in mind, with that strength, it also makes it a bit tougher to disengage. On the Cold Steel Recon I reviewed, the lock is what impressed me the most. Like everyone else said though; if you want fail safe, go fixed blade.
 
Has anyone mentioned the button lock on the hogue folders? There are some videos on YouTube showing Alan Elishiewitz testing them. They appear to be incredibly strong.
 
johnnytoxin said:
Has anyone mentioned the button lock on the hogue folders? There are some videos on YouTube showing Alan Elishiewitz testing them. They appear to be incredibly strong.
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The button lock is a fairly interesting lock, probably has a similar failure strength to the Axis lock.
 
I'm not qualified to speak to the strongest. I just know that I've never had a Buck 110 or 112 fail me. I have had several linerlocks twist out some respected factory knives included.
 
wazu013 said:
I'm not qualified to speak to the strongest. I just know that I've never had a Buck 110 or 112 fail me. I have had several linerlocks twist out some respected factory knives included.
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I also have a Buck Titanium B560-GT-0 That looks very solid but it's a nick blade opener. I've never used or carried it, just got it for collectable reasons.

But, Personally I don't want to have to guess as to how strong the lockup is. In certain situations my only thought is survival.

I wonder how strong the lockup is on this Kershaw R.A.M. I just got. It looks pretty good and the non-assisted deploy works great!!
 
This guy trolls hard. 2 broken locks... Seems legit. You should let an adult do your cutting for you in the future.
 
Hypermole said:
I'm curious if anyone knows and can prove what kind of Folding knife lockup is the most secure?

The main reason I'm asking is due to my experience with a liner-lock that failed.

What are your thoughts and experience's with your folding knifes?

Thanks
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Demkos Triad lock
Spyderco Compression Lock
Axis lock
 
stabman said:
AXIS.
Tri-Ad.
Compression.

In no particular order.

Why strong locks? Here's a better question: why not?
And here's an even better answer: it gives me that many more knives to buy, as well as the excuse to do so.:)

I like knives. I buy knives. I like variety. I buy a variety of knives. :thumbup:
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I know this is an old thread, but that's pretty much how I feel. Why not have a strong lock? But honestly, I have been looking into slip joints/traditionals more. Still, I'm super excited that I finally just got a ParaMilitary for a reasonable price. Can't wait to try the compression lock.
 
dfarm said:
How about the lock on the cold steel pocket bushman?
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I don't have one, but I've heard users on here who have had it break. There was some debate over whether it's good or not. I guess they updated it somehow.
 
Without a doubt, Cold Steel's Tri-Ad lock, designed by Andrew Demko. Spyderco's compression and ball bearing locks also come close, as does Benchmade's Axis lock. I would rather the compression lock than either of those two, because I prefer to not rely on a spring.

But, yes, the Tri-Ad lock is the strongest.

Andrew Demko's Ram Safe lock is actually stronger I think, but it doesn't count because it's only available on one knife, the Pocket Bushman.
 
+1 for Cold Steel. Out of all my axis, frame lock and liner locks. Cold Steel has my vote.
 
IMO, the opinel ring lock is one of the more RELIABLE locks. maybe not out and out stronger than a triad, but there's no chance of grime stuffing up the lock and it not engaging without you knowing. it's also less susceptible to both vertical and horizontal play compared to many other designs.

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