Case XX Russlock: Pros and Cons

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Aaron_Jones

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Looking into purchasing a russlock. This thread is for pros and cons of the two blade shapes, clip and drop point, handle materials, and anything else russlock-related. I personally prefer the drop point blade with a kentucky blue grass bone or crimson bone. Just curious of yall's opinions on the variation of this knife.
 
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Kentucky Blue Grass Jigged Bone
Does anyone know if this handle material/style is available with a drop point blade? Can't find one anywhere. I've tried Amazon, Knife Country USA, Wild Bill Wholesale, Knife Center, BladeHQ, and still no luck on finding a blugrass/drop point combo!
 
I didn't even realize the Russlock came with anything other than a clip.
 
KY Bluegrass is the color. Are you looking for that color specifically in drop point, as I haven't seen it but they do have very, very similar blues like Caribbean and Calypso blue in drop point.

I imagine that exists in droppoint in limited numbers somewhere.
 
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The Russlock comes in many flavors. I like the pocketworn whiskey.
 
I handled one the other day and opening felt stiff and awkward?,, I guess it would loosen up after being broken in ?,, if I did get one I would want the drop point to. Also it would seem like the opening lever would tend to put a hole in your pocket after awhile also??? Those who have one would know I suppose?
 
I have one with the drop point blade. I like it for what it is. It's a one-hand opener but it's not going to fly open like the modern folders. I wouldn't spine whack it or baton with it. Otherwise it should be a nice EDC blade. I just remembered that I actually carried one years ago in college as an EDC that worked nicely. I wonder what happened to that one...

The only thing truly bad thing about the one I have now is its factory edge. It was horrifically ground and feels like a serrated edge. I haven't carried the knife or tried to do anything with the edge but I think it will take some work to fix it on my SharpMaker.

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I'd cross-post this thread over at the Traditional forum, OP.


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Doubletee said:
I handled one the other day and opening felt stiff and awkward?,, I guess it would loosen up after being broken in ?,, if I did get one I would want the drop point to. Also it would seem like the opening lever would tend to put a hole in your pocket after awhile also??? Those who have one would know I suppose?
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I don't remember having an issue with the lever wearing a hole in pants but it makes sense. I can't remember exactly how I carried it. If I was going to carry mine now I would probably try a Case Cutlery Side Draw Leather Belt Sheath with it.
 
I have a bone clip point I purchased about 15-20 years ago. It's a very interesting knife but opening it takes some getting used to, especially when new and stiff. I cut myself pretty well (it was VERY sharp from the factory) by accidently letting it drop back closed on a finger in the wrong place. :o Interesting history to the Russlock concept; long before many one hand opening methods. :cool:
 
wensynch said:
KY Bluegrass is the color. Are you looking for that color specifically in drop point, as I haven't seen it but they do have very, very similar blues like Caribbean and Calypso blue in drop point.

I imagine that exists in droppoint in limited numbers somewhere.
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Everytime I tell myself that I want the drop point, I think I'll want the clip. Everytime I decide on the clip, I want the drop... May have to get both!
Also, the KY bluegrass is my personal favorite of all the flavors, but I'm definitely open to others like you stated or even the burnt indigo.
 
Lapedog said:
Is the Russ lock essentially a linerlock?
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Sorta. Michael Walker invented what we know as the modern linerlock, but companies like Schrade have been putting liners to lock the blade in knives for many decades. A prime example is the TL-29 "electrician's" knife, where the screwdriver/wirestripper blade typically had a liner to lock it in place (because you torqued it, rather than a normal cutting motion). However, the knife is still basically a slipjoint, at least as far as how as the blade acts in relation to the backspring.
 
So there is a backsping and a liner style lock? I saw the blade out of one and it looks like the lockbar interacts differantly than Walker linerlocks.

I kind of think it is cool. The whole front flipper/ lip opener thing. I know the Russ doesn't flip.
 
Planterz, good video :thumbup:; I wish I had it years ago when I first got my russlock. :grumpy: I left my index finger across the knife when opening and underestimated the strength of the spring; did not thumb the blade far enough and it fell back onto said misplaced finger-not good. :mad:
 
Interesting video. My procedure is similar but simpler. When opening, I only use my thumb. I don't switch to the index finger in mid-open.
 
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