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05-07-2012, 08:18 AM | #1 |
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Spring assist
I've recently picked up 2 knives that have spring assist opening. One is a nice Kershaw, the other a no-name brand that was in a box by the cash register at the pawn shop for $2.
I really like how easy they are to open with just a flick of the thumb. I do wonder though, does the spring get weak after being used for a certain amount of time, like the spring in an auto knife? Anyone carry one of these daily?
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05-07-2012, 08:20 AM | #2 |
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I have a couple of spring-assisted Gerber folding knives. One I've carried daily for about 4 years. The spring is as good now as it was when new.
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05-07-2012, 10:37 AM | #3 |
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I have a Kershaw. I believe they use coil type springs so they won't loose the spring or break like the old flat springs.
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My favorite gun show knife dealer (Kershaw and Swiss Army) says Kershaws should be stored open and/or the spring needs replacement once per year. They do the spring replacement for free. I have two Kershaws and a couple of other spring assisted knives. They work great and I enjoy the easy opening.
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