I recently purchased the 21". Under the blade is a piece of plastic - is that to protect the blade during transit? I can't see any purpose for it.
834972
I think it was just for shipping to protect the lower assembly from vibration. Call Ray at SEYCO: 1-800-462-3353
834973
That's to guide saw dust to the dust exhaust port. If you hook your shop vac to the port you'll see what I mean.
1118192
We haven't noticed any issues with the blade edge. There is a rubberized channel in the "V" in addition to the two horizontal rubber pieces (you can see those in the picture) that seem to protect the knife.
1620840
i would not suggest that. you could crack the plastic or even distort the cutting blades. my guess is that the blades are tempered.
283853
I've carried mine in my carry-on for years and through international borders without a second glance. HOWEVER, I just had it refused this month in a flight from Canada, because of the serrated edge. I'll still keep on taking it and the odds are with me but it's not guaranteed.
1172246
I collect a lot of knives. Currently, this knife is stored away. I believe it is a liner lock. If you look into the blade compartment you should see a flat piece of metal, along the blade "liner" that locks the blade in place. You should be able to push this liner away from the blade to release the blade allowing it to close. Try that and let me know if it works.
634735
If you taped shut the blade housing, avoided accidentally scraping stone or concrete, and, had some extra blades handy, maybe. But, as stated in my earlier review, I don't think this would last in a commercial setting. I still have a steel back up.
529980
I've been using it for several months & not had an issue with the open bottom. I guess if you wanted to close it in you could cut a piece of cardboard or some material to fit the opening but I really don't see an issue with it. Handling it with normal use, your fingers shouldn't come any where near the blades but to each his own.
1236569
My knife came with a kryton hard plastic type sheath, similar to kydex. There could be some minimal flopping I guess, I haven't had any issue with it, but you could also lash it to your leg or back pack with paracord to keep that from occurring.
1551860
Yes, and it has not bothered me at all with the usage of the storage unit. I am glad I purchased it because I can imagine how dangerous it would be if I were trying to store the blades elsewhere. It should work for you with no problem, just handle it from the sides and not try to put your fingers under the unit. Good luck.
2131357
Im sorry I also should have recommended that it be put on a cutting mat. This will protect your blade and keep it sharp and with grid lines help make straight lines.
1038981
I don't have that problem. I suspect that the blade cover (housing) is not properly inserted into machine. The gap between blade and blade cover is pretty small such that only minimal debris is collected. That has been my experience.
600492
I have one with the number on the blade next to the handle. I don't remember, if the one I bought is the one I currently have. The one I bought through Amazon was recalled because of the sheath, so, I sent it back (maybe it was just the sheath???), and they put some more metal rivets in it or sent me a new sheath??? I had heard that one or more persons had tried to holster the blade upside down and it cut the stitching out of the sheath. Unless there is more than one recall, this is the only one I have heard of. They reinforced the stitched side with the metal rivets, so, you couldn't cut yourself or let the blade drop out and cut your toes off??? I have one with the number on the blade next to the handle. I don't remember, if the one I bought is the one I currently have. The one I bought through Amazon was recalled because of the sheath, so, I sent it back (maybe it was just the sheath???), and they put some more metal rivets in it or sent me a new sheath??? I had heard that one or more persons had tried to holster the blade upside down and it cut the stitching out of the sheath. Unless there is more than one recall, this is the only one I have heard of. They reinforced the stitched side with the metal rivets, so, you couldn't cut... » Read More I have one with the number on the blade next to the handle. I don't remember, if the one I bought is the one I currently have. The one I bought through Amazon was recalled because of the sheath, so, I sent it back (maybe it was just the sheath???), and they put some more metal rivets in it or sent me a new sheath??? I had heard that one or more persons had tried to holster the blade upside down and it cut the stitching out of the sheath. Unless there is more than one recall, this is the only one I have heard of. They reinforced the stitched side with the metal rivets, so, you couldn't cut yourself or let the blade drop out and cut your toes off??? « Show Less
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Yes, It did to protect it from minimal scratches during shipping is my guess. Still enjoying mine after 9+ months - haven't been to the movie theater since I bought it.
366530
sorry i am no help! i didn't realize the product had a plastic instead of metal blade, which i needed--so, i gave it away.
1729732
i have not used this in any way to harm the blade.......i have not used it at all, its a safety weapon...sorry.
1843238
Brian, let me preface what I'm about to say by letting you know I'm no expert on knives and the like but after looking at the groove I really don't see any real practical use for it. I even used the back edge of my knife to see if you could slide it in and help you open it but it really wasn't that usefull. So my guess is that it is mostly cosmetic or it is there so you can feel what side has the stone in it - in case you're in a low-light situation when you want to use it. Sorry I couldn't be more helpfullTed
1232400
There is a minor seal below the blade. And of course the bottom of the blade mechanism has a rubber gasket. I have used it hundreds of times and never found a problem. I use it for Smoothees, Bar Drinks, etc.