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i dislike the polymer cage as well...
they should do it similar to an axis lock imo..
they should do it similar to an axis lock imo..
i dislike the polymer cage as well...
they should do it similar to an axis lock imo..
Can you be more specific? Do you think they should use a feeble spring that will let the blade fall open more easily to ensure running afoul of "gravity knife" laws? Or do you think they should use a metal cage to prevent QC from seeing at a glance that the ball is in place? Or do you want the ends of the cage to stick out farther to increase pocket wear and increase the likelihood of inadvertently releasing the lock?
it doesn't get more specific than "i dislike the polymer cage". again, not the lock itself....
i'm talking about the exposed part that's used to disengage the knife when open.
i hope this cleared up any confusion.
Ah, we're getting closer. Is it the fact that they chose a polymer they could see through to ensure the ball was in place that you object to, or is it that the ends of the carrier don't protrude far enough to increase pocket wear? Or do you simply object to the nearly indestructible space age polymer that can be precision molded at a fraction of the cost of machining a steel part on the grounds that "it's plastic"?
Yes, I know I sound like I'm just being a prick, but I know that Sal would want to address the concern if it is widespread and more than simply prejudice. I know he spent a great deal of time and money developing the caged ball lock, and a lot of thought, engineering and testing went into the selection of that material. If you don't like it just because it's plastic, there isn't much he can do about it. After all, the G-10 handle scales are essentially plastic as well.
Also, IIRC, wasn't the polymer used,rather than steel, for its "self lubricating" properties?
to keep it simple, i just don't care for it. i could get into detail and further specify my statement but it wont matter. it's apparent that you're looking to debate me or sway my opinion on the polymer cage but it's just not going to happen
Glocks are made of plastic too, are they cheap?Thanks for the thread; good question. I have also avoided the Manix 2 (and "xl" variety) due to the transparent plastic lock cage. Perception isn't everything but the perception of cheapness is too high for me to shell out and try it. Even if it happens to be strong, I have never seen a transparent or translucent plastic which did not develop a grimy yellow and/or filthy brown coloration after coming in contact with dirt. A metal cage would be sweet. Maybe on the 2XL
Otherwise, it's a cool looking blade.