I've got two questions. O and Happy fourth of July everyone! Do the screws come loose over time and how can I fix it? Can this knife be opened and closed with just 1 hand?
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I've had this knife for about 7 months now and none of the screws have come loose so far. But, if by chance the screws do loosen up then you you'll need a star wrench. I've been opening and closing my knife with one hand since day one and have had no problems. Only real downside to this knife is that it's not spring-assisted.
265558
I had the same problem with mine, its just a matter of breaking it in, when I depress the blade lock, (On the back of the knife) I had to relay make sure that it was fully depressed, to release the blade, i just kept working it until it became easier. Little WD40 helped as well. I Love my SOG, its my EDC. Good Luck
1001882
Bought mine a year ago and the only issue i had which is minor the rubber on the side of the knife has come a little loose or separated. Still no big deal.
189487
There is a little bit, but that's to be found with most knifes in this price range. You can tighten the screw, but it will affect the draw speed of the knife when opened and may even prevent it from opening up all the way if tightened to much.There isn't enough side-to-side play that I wouldn't recommend it. It's definitely a great knife, regardless of the spring assist, which sets it apart from most others at this price point and size.
892564
I got mine recently as well , and yes is still stiff , I use both hands to close it . Hope will go smother later , anyway is not bothering me . Better stiff than to easy to close . I like the knife and I think that stiffness will go smoother after it will be used more , we will see. Is a great knife . Take care
786169
Hey Christine, Sorry but I won't be much help. I bought those knives for someone else. I'll ask them and see if they could let me know. Good Luck and Happy Holidays
1155753
I really like this knife; however, I have not yet been able to figure out how to remove the clip which is affixed with three very small, but very tightly fastened, screws.
947121
Haha, a common problem if your not familiar. There is a metal tab that runs along the inside of the handle. Push it to the left then slowly and carefully close the blade forward and shut
2064874
The knife doesn't have a thumb indent alongside the blade, so you have to get a fingernail in the seam to open it. Not hard but a pain. To close, you need to push in the retaining bar that locks the blade in place. Again, not hard, but a little more effort than opening. I'm 62 with slightly arthritic hands and generally have no problem opening or closing.
947120
Turn the knife with the blade facing up. On the handle right next to the blade is a locking piece. Slide this to the right or left. I can't remember which. The blade can then be closes.
1797680
email the maker of the knife/ send the knife to the maker for replacement, but get their ok before you send it, hope this helps.
291052
I've been very rough with this knife and used it as an every day carry for years. I love the knife and the locking system is great, but I will tell you right now that under extreme conditions of use you can and probably will lose the pieces of the mechanism that fit in the blade. The ball falls out, the spring disappears - gone to god knows where - good luck finding it. I've had to replace mine three times. The first two times they just sent parts out and I popped them, no problem, in but more recently they've started requiring you to send them your knife - something I won't do. Here I am ordering this knife again because the old one has served me so well. I've been very rough with this knife and used it as an every day carry for years. I love the knife and the locking system is great, but I will tell you right now that under extreme conditions of use you can and probably will lose the pieces of the mechanism that fit in the blade. The ball falls out, the spring disappears - gone to god knows where - good luck finding it. I've had to replace mine three times. The first two times they just sent parts out and I popped them, no problem, in but more recently they've started requiring you to send them your knife - something I won't do. Here I am... » Read More I've been very rough with this knife and used it as an every day carry for years. I love the knife and the locking system is great, but I will tell you right now that under extreme conditions of use you can and probably will lose the pieces of the mechanism that fit in the blade. The ball falls out, the spring disappears - gone to god knows where - good luck finding it. I've had to replace mine three times. The first two times they just sent parts out and I popped them, no problem, in but more recently they've started requiring you to send them your knife - something I won't do. Here I am ordering this knife again because the old one has served me so well. « Show Less
1128067
You have to follow the instructions on using the knife. The lock is there for safety. That said it's not "broken". Went through that too - who reads manuals right? :)
1897123
You might need to tighten the handle somewhat on your own, when you take it out of the box. Just use a basic screwdriver. It has not been a problem for me since doing this.
1263795
I treat my knives very carefully and haven't had that problem. This one is new, but I bought it as a replacement for one that was 15 years old, not because it wasn't like new, but because someone who shall remain nameless (husband) accidentally threw it away.
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Well, they are not replaceable on the one I received. They are like a rubber type material and when oil or water gets on them, they are very slippery. I can't tighten them enough to hold the knife sturdy. I am thinking of removing the rubber and trying it or replace with something that isn't slick when oil gets on it.I hope this answers your question.
957819
Hello, I had this problem too. Don't worry! It will close eventually. The best thing to do is to get finger nail clippers (possibly a cheap or old pair, just in case they break or bend) and also get household (3 in 1) oil. Oil all of the mechanical moving parts on the knife. Then with your finger nail clippers, use the dirt scrapper to push / pull between the lock and the black metal frame. It should come undone. Mine did that for a while when it was new. Purposely do it for like 40 to 60 times, and it won't do it anymore. Hope this helps! :)