What is your favorite locking mechanism and why?

liner locks make me nervous...

i have a Gerber Vector that totally fails the spine whack test... and its liner isn't that thin (i know, i know it's a Gerber)
 
yermom said:
my only real complaint on framelocks is that it's hard to close lefthanded

i like the Axis lock a lot, but it's a little complex, i'd worry about it breaking over time
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When ever you have a manufactured product, anything can happen. That is why manufactures have a warrantee. I've had an Axis lock for over (2) yrs. and it's been cycled 9.5 million times (give or take a million) with no sign of failure. I have no problem suggesting an Axis lock knife to anyone.:thumbup:
 
Hehe, now you guys have me looking into buying a Benchmade with an Axis lock lol. :D Thanks for all the info/suggestions and stuff.
 
I have at least one example of every lock type discussed here, all stable, all pass spine-whacks, and all have at least one year of service.

My favorite lock is the liner lock.

For the average user on these forums, unless they're using a folder for an application better suited for a fixed blade, the liner lock on my Military is as reliable as the frame lock on my SMF.
 
I might just buy one just because (Axis lock BM). I think I am about to buy a bali-song too. Might as well diversify. I have spent too much on firearms and flashlights, I need to feed my new addiction..........KNIVES!!!
 
walpur6isknight said:
Might as well diversify. I have spent too much on firearms and flashlights, I need to feed my new addiction..........KNIVES!!!
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LOL That's what happened to me. minus the flashlights. :D My poor wife. lol
 
I really like Spyderco's Compression Lock. Unlike many of the other types mentioned, it doesn't rely on one or two tiny springs which may degrade due to rust. It is just one large section of metal that would take a lot more to oxidize or wear out. It has the speed and ease(overcoming resistance) of a liner lock without the weaknesses associated with them. The lock is also less susceptible than say, a lockback, to lint or debris blocking the lock's functionality. The only negative is a bias toward right-handers on most models.

I like framelocks too, but dislike ones that taper to a very thin section where the lock bar thins considerably to permit bending toward the tang. I've seen several where this is even thinner than some liner locks I have.
 
Framelock. It is simple, elegant, strong, and enjoyable to use.

The Axis lock is very good, but I think many people forget about the button lock. A smooth button lock is faster and easier to flick open and closed than any Axis lock and easier to close without having to flick. I would only be guessing as to which is stronger.
 
Axis. Had an Ares since they were first introduced, and a 3 month old griptilian, with a couple more in between. Zero problems with a very smooth action.

Lockbacks are second. One failed on me, but that's because the handle broke, not the lock. veeeery cheap pos.

I have a couple frame locks, which are ok, but I don't shop for them much anymore. It's more because I don't look for metal handled folders often.

Liner locks are out. I have only one left, a MT LCC, which I just hang onto cause it's disco'd. Though I wish it had the Ti scales instead of ano Al.
 
gud4u said:
I have at least one example of every lock type discussed here, all stable, all pass spine-whacks, and all have at least one year of service.

My favorite lock is the liner lock.

For the average user on these forums, unless they're using a folder for an application better suited for a fixed blade, the liner lock on my Military is as reliable as the frame lock on my SMF.
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I agree 100%:thumbup:
 
yermom said:
nope, i just use my left hand a lot i guess :)
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I am technically right handed. I shoot left handed, so I generally think of myself as being left handed. I write, operate a knife, do everything else with my right hand.....
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You guys remember the REKAT knives? They had a Rolling lock/Rolling block that was disengaged by pulling the slide side button backwards along the handle. I carried a used one for years and never could get it to malfunction. Now, I think, there are still ones out there. Might be worth a look.:)
 
walpur6isknight said:
I might just buy one just because (Axis lock BM). I think I am about to buy a bali-song too. Might as well diversify. I have spent too much on firearms and flashlights, I need to feed my new addiction..........KNIVES!!!
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Hehe, I've probably spent too much on knives now lol, to the dismay of my fiance.:D
 
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