Has anyone who has owned this a while have any issue with the soft-grip handle wearing out? Like peeling off, cracking, getting sticky? TIA :)
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We've had it since Christmas, use it at least 5 times a week and it looks like new. Hope that helps.
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No, I have never had a problem with the handle. The only problem I have is the container itself becomes somewhat discolored after using it for a while. I use it daily to make protein fruit shakes, so I anticipate that the acid in the fruit may have an affect. Only use a soft sponge or cloth on the container...never use anything that can scratch it.
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Sure, the grip is fine, but it is NOT AT ALL DURABLE. The left stick on my DS4 is so worn now it has a chunk hanging off of the side.. nearly worn down to the bone. Mind you, I have only played 2 games completely through since December, 2013. I had to buy covers for the thumb sticks before it was completely gone.
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I don't have the rubber grip handle on mine - it is solid wood. I looked at it and I think it screws off and could be replaceable. However, I don't know if that is true of the rubber grip handle. I would advise contacting CAREX.
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The handle appears to be phenolic. I have been using the knife to do light chopping (mostly vegetables) for about a year and have experienced no issues with the handle becoming slippery.
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I have never had that problem. My Shark is 2 years old and going strong. You could email the company and ask if they have a replacement handle.
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It is a really grippy handle even when wet, I have never had it happen, I wouldn't worry about it. Super comfortable ergonomical and grippy ruberized handle. Most comfortable and sharpest knife I have ever owned.
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The handle is thin but you push down on it rather than have to squeeze it. Also, you could use an oven mitt to cushion it if you want. I had no issues with the handle but I don't have arthritis in my hands.
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When using it normally, I have no problems at all with gripibility. I've never used it wet or with wet hands, but that might become slippery. But normal use, I have no problems :) I would say it's slick, but not at all slippery
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Have you had any problems with the curved handle? Does it feel any different compared to the typical straight handles?
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I'm sorry to hear that! I haven't had any problems with mine at all! I use it daily and it's just as good today as the day I got it!
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Answer here..I have been using mine quite regularly and my handle does not need to be constantly tightened. You might want to try a drop or two of glue to hold it securely.
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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.
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Leather is stretched tight to wrap around the handle. You should treat it with a leather conditioner (see Amazon review from JD) and it will slowly soften up and feel more natural. Once it does you will have the grip you're probably looking for.
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my question is what is the texture of the bar under the grip? is it smooth? or are the grips knurled? (knurled handles are the cross patterns than allows for grip)
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I've been using mine for a month, and the handles still look brand new. If you did get something on them, it would wipe off easily. Hope that helps!
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Grip is fine. I haven't tried picking up any small smooth objects like an iphone, but then who would under water. I can grip the equipment without any issues. And things like shells are easy to pick up. I think they should be durable since they are thick. So issues so far.
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I have had no issues with the grip. I would remove it, clean the contacts on the bottom, and try again.