I would use this for only opening boxes at home but have several questions: 1. This appears to be a very small knife so can you really grip it that well so it's safe to use? 2. A reviewer said when closed the blade still stuck out a bit would the...
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The only way I can explain the fit is my hand is a medium size work glove. If I grip it when open, my little finger doesnt grip the handle. That being said the the knife is very comfortable and secure in the hand. I use regular single edge utility knife blades and the blade does not stick out when closed. The blade lock is strong and should be that way. I can close the knife with one hand by pushing on the lock with the thumb and pushing on the blade with the index finger. If your hand is a large or extra large you may have a problem. As long as you have sharp blades and try not to get the last cut out of them you should be fine. I use the knife at home to open boxes and to break them down for recycling and I love it. Two layers of heavy duty cardboard is no problem.
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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.
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Yes this can cut through thick boxes and other things, especially since you can change the blade out as often as you need to always have a sharp edge. Also, the grip area of the knife is pretty large, with your index finger resting on the guard covering half the blade, there is plenty to hold on to. The knife is very thin, so if you have trouble gripping things, a thicker handle may work better for you, but this knife has always worked very well for me, and taken up very little space.
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Populaifve so. It's a modern marvel and definitely attention getter. I'm not sure its the everyday carry tool as its size and its complexity of its tools design. however if I had one tool for the end of the world this would be it. if money is no object go for it. However if money is a concern I would look at a Popular multi tool designs from other knife company's.
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Yes I do but I wouldn't unless necessary. It is still a folding knife and you might damage locking system. I did use it that way once and still works fine.
2209567
Agree with Endy. It is not assisted but you'll be able to open it just as quickly with minimal practice. Carry this knife every single day. Can't recommend it enough.
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This one might be a bit obtrusive in the pocket all day if you are looking for a small-ish knife. I held a Kershaw assisted open the other day, it was a nice smaller size and it really snapped open with one hand, where this one takes a bit of wrist action to operate.
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Each tool has it's intended purpose. You're not going to be splitting wood with a folder, nor are you supposed to assume you can. For regular use of a knife the design should be plenty strong but it is an unlined handle so that is most likely the weakest link. There is always a tradeoff and to get a high quality blade this light, there can't be liners and heavier duty locks. Personally, I'm pretty comfortable using this for any task applicable to a folder.
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Some describe this knife as having Speed Safe Opening when refering to the Speed Assist Opening. If this is the case ........Do to the small size of this paticular knife I use the Flipper on the spine of the knife to open it, rather then the knob on the blade.When pressing on the Flipper, the blade easily begins to open, then the tension bar within operates the Speed Assist Opening of the blade smoothly and quickly. This is a great small pocket knife, very sharp out of the box, affordable, and looks cool.
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It depends on how much you tighten it. You can tighten the pivot until you can't even get the blade out if you want.Out of the box though, it was slightly towards the easy to open spectrum. The lock up was tight but it still managed to open easily. Not really worried about it opening in a loose bag easy, but able to flipped out with a thumb or by harshly waving the knife, sure.
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I don't think any box like this is really secure. Either you could pick the lock with a paperclip or a screwdriver would force most open. Mostly, the fit and finish was poor and eventually the locking tab broke off. Not much good after that. Also, the handle didn't was to stay on. The "rings" that went from the handle through holes in the lid were sized poorly enough that after some movement one side or the other of the handle kept coming off. Eventually, I just locked it and carried it underneath. Not fun when I am carrying everything else in and out of my store. I replaced it with a SentrySafe model that's similar and am much happier with that one. I don't think any box like this is really secure. Either you could pick the lock with a paperclip or a screwdriver would force most open. Mostly, the fit and finish was poor and eventually the locking tab broke off. Not much good after that. Also, the handle didn't was to stay on. The "rings" that went from the handle through holes in the lid were sized poorly enough that after some movement one side or the other of the handle kept coming off. Eventually, I just locked it and carried it underneath. Not fun when I am carrying everything else in and out of my store. I replaced it... » Read More I don't think any box like this is really secure. Either you could pick the lock with a paperclip or a screwdriver would force most open. Mostly, the fit and finish was poor and eventually the locking tab broke off. Not much good after that. Also, the handle didn't was to stay on. The "rings" that went from the handle through holes in the lid were sized poorly enough that after some movement one side or the other of the handle kept coming off. Eventually, I just locked it and carried it underneath. Not fun when I am carrying everything else in and out of my store. I replaced it with a SentrySafe model that's similar and am much happier with that one. « Show Less
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I ordered a bunch of them and use them for all sorts of tools and other things like that, even tackle boxes. It is a really well constructed box with latches that don't break or fall apart like many other models from other manufacturers. It is now the only one I buy. Only thing I would like them to improve is to make latches out of stainless as they will rust when I use them for fishing stuff, but it's not a tackle box-and that would raise the price, so not complaining. I think it would be perfect for that use-good luck
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Absolutely. I carry this knife almost everyday just as a work knife. Also is a great knife if you are in public service. I suggest you buy a sharpener if you are going to use any knife like this to keep it sharp and useful.
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Not as an effective one, it is a great knife and it has a good size, so if you really want to open a bottle with it you could, but you will have to put some work into it.
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I have small hands too, and I think it has a good grip. I will say I haven't done much testing with it though, since I don't have much call to use a fighting knife around the house. Also, the Ontario SP series does have better grips, so the Ontario SP6 with the same size blade might be worth considering.
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I bought this knife primarily to serve as an firearms retention item. It will do that well. As a primary self defense weapon the tip may be a bit thin. Hope this helps.
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As HillbillyDad said, be sure the knife is sheathed properly. It is pretty tight to start with. Be very careful if it is stuck to not yank so hard as to cut yourself. The knife is extremely sharp.