Is it easy for your fingers or hand to slide onto the blade?
1376762
There really is no kind of guard, but the grip is fantastic. Good friction to keep it from moving around, and the grove definitely helps with keeping it under control. It is a kill-bear after-all.
1376763
Didn't feel like it, it fits my hands well and feels secure, but I haven't gotten a chance to use it on a zombie yet. No rough use just a collector's item for me
1376764
No. I've had mine for a few years now. I've used with a hammer to cut through big roots in the dirt. Hand never slipped down on the handle. Even when using it in a chopping motion there is no chance of your hand slipping off of the handle. Now this of course is with common sense. Hands not oily, gloves covered in some kind of oily substance, handle on knife not covered in oil or some kind of slick substance.
1376765
No, your fingers are safe and sound. The natural shape of the handle has a scallop for your fingers to dig into. Also, the downward curving back of the blade is unsharpened.
1376766
If you're stabbing into an object at full strength, or have a weak grip, then your hand can certainly slide down. I've come close once before. However, I also have a relatively small hand, and since then have learned that I can put my whole hand behind that first jut in the handle, and it acts as a grip to prevent slipping.
2059862
After playing around with the knife more and more it does get easier to close with one hand . I do recamend this knife, it is amazing!
706343
Yes, when the blade is opened it is locked in place by a spring loaded tab that rests against the base of the blade. It is released by a side movement with the thumb, not too unique as many brands have this feature.
1767525
I followed the directions. depending on the knife a few swipes seem to do the trick. in answer no it is not too hard. hope this helps. I am not in the least bit mechanically inclined.
141086
I find it easy. I squeeze and turn all the way through the membranes to the skin. It is easier than the plier style hand juicers.
606693
If you start to open the blade with your thumb, about half way open the spring will assist with the rest. I usually give the spring an assist by flicking my wrist to "snap" the blade into place. It doesn't always lock with just the spring.
1526960
It's was very stiff at first but I was able to break it in with use, deffenantly not a quick draw knife more of a tough every day knife, but to answer your question yes I get the blade out with one hand
272617
Not silly, on mine the blade was VERY stiff. There is a locking tab inside the blade opening, kind of hard to describe, but it has a serrated edge, press it in while grasping the blade in your left hand and SLOWLY, close. The blade is very stiff on closing so watch your thumb or fingers as you close or you'll cut your hand. This blade arrived very sharp.
1710933
No you need baby fingers to open the blade. But it did come in handy when i get intoit with the keebler elves.
562037
It was extremely easy. Just hold the blades with a wrench or wrap them up in a towel, and turn the rubber gear clockwise with a pair of pliers or a pipe wrench. Once they are loosened you should be able to take the gear off with your hands.
567105
it isn't spring assisted. the action is loose enough to open with a smooth flick of the wrist but doesn't feel flimsy. the action is tight enough to keep the blade closed but loose enough for a smooth operation without sticking
765603
...its got a little thumb spin holding the blade in place...spin it in a circle motion....really easy
1379348
Yes, as long as you don't use a lot of pressure. If you do, there's no problem... just smooth over with your finger.
998386
Takes a bit of grip power, but yes. I have heavy duty cutters, so it's fairly easy.
1904248
Yea the finger grooves are on both the left and right side of the handle. I never thought about the way they feel against the palm so I would have to say they feel fine. The knife is comfortable to use. I have taken it camping/hiking and everyday use. The only thing about the knife is its pretty big. The construction is solid though.
1154655
Yes, no problem. It just takes more than pushing the lever, you need to flip your wrist. This is not spring loaded like some other knives. You can set the blade in any position and it will not spring out.
1879365
It's very light and easy to hold in one hand, so yes. I've done it with no problems.