What's the purpose of half-stops in slip joints

[davide]

Do makers include half-stops on slipjoints for safety purposes?

 

[GigOne]

Here's a good thread covering the subject.


http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=572702&highlight=half+stops

 

[davide]

Thanks!

 

[kc custom]

To cut your fingers off when snapping shut like a bear trap! LOL
Ken