would this work good as a box cutter for work is it legal in TEXAS ??? i know a switch blade in TEXAS is a felony.. im trying to avoid felonies
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Switch blades are not illegal in Texas, Gov Perry repealed the law which made automatic/switch blade knives illegal with HB1862 in 2013. Local municipal laws vary and could be enforced by local PD, so check your local laws.
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This is a great crosscut blade, but is not very good for rip cuts. It may be overkill for construction lumber like 2X4s, as it is at it's best with 1" or under hardwoods. If you are cutting for construction framing, I would recommend a combination blade designed for construction. If smooth, precision crosscuts are more important than speed and versatility, this might be a good choice.
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I'm not an attorney but my understanding is that the size of the the knife is what makes a knife illegal. I was told that a 5 inch blade or longer is illegal and volt knife is ok to carry because it's under 5 inches. I guess the best way to tell is to ask at a police station.
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Sorry for the delay. Yes this would be a great knife for that. The straight blad is super sharp and the serrated part is great for cutting rope. I've been very pleased with the knife and have used it for many different tasks
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Its not sharp already? I received mine as a double sided blade. I believe that in most states it is illegal to carry a double sided blade but as long as it stays in the home there is nothing to worry about
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I haven't used mine extensively. The blade is fairly thin, the handle is pretty rigid, the lock seems pretty secure. It would depend on what you mean by hard use. I sure wouldn't try prying or batoning with it. It sharpens well and holds an edge pretty well. It's great at slicing with it's full flat grind. I like it. There is now a very similar model just a little bigger with a thicker blade, I think it's called the Eland. You might want to investigate that before making up your mind. I think either would be a very good buy considering how little they cost.
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It is sharp enough out of the box (and the oil has been removed) to function and cut very easily. It should not be used as a practice sword. While the blade is machine sharp, I recommend having a professional hone the blade a fine edge.
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Thanks for the question. I bought this knife for my husband who collects Case knives. I did not buy it for utility use. It has never been used and probably never will be. I am so sorry I can't more adequately answer your inquiry. C
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I could not tell you, it was very hard to get to the blades, save you money and don't buy this. You're better off going to Lowes or Home Depot and get a good box cutter were the blades are not encase and are easily accessible.
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Yes. It works very well. I just use mine for cutting small bbq wood and trimming. Works well.
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The blade would have to be very narrow analogous to a knife. Also, something as large as a machete would tax the machine. You need something more industrial for that application.
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I'm sorry, but I tried to look through as many descriptions and comments as I could stand, but could not find your answer. You may try contacting BlizeTec directly to ask. Good luck. I love my knife and have been carrying it everyday since I bought it. Luckily I haven't had an emergency or self-defense episode to use it like that yet, but it's comforting knowing it's there, ready for an extremely quick draw (which I practice on occasion) and such a sturdy feel. I've cut open a couple of boxes with the blade and cut off some tags of new clothes with the seatbelt cutter and love it. The seatbelt cutter eliminates the possibility of accidents like cutting a hole through clothes or stabbing someone or yourself in the stomach. This knife rocks! good luck to you
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not a good idea....it might melt some of the fibers but not create a clean cutif it cuts at all...a heavy duty utility knife with an easy to grip handle and some additional replacement blades would be a better tool for this job.
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Yes it is legal in california. But every county has ist own ordinance. So you'll need to look up your specific rules on knife carrying.
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Trusting the word of a random person on Amazon will land you in jail. Look up your state penal code and make the determination. The rules for states are often written in cryptic language that makes it a mess anyway. Search "California knife laws" on google and read the whole thing. Hope you figure it out, this knife looks pretty nifty.
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The relevant law is California penal code 653k which reads: "Every person who possesses in the passenger's or driver's area of any motor vehicle in any public place or place open to the public, carries upon his or her person, and every person who sells, offers for sale, exposes for sale, loans, transfers, or gives to any other person a switchblade knife having a blade two or more inches in length is guilty of a misdemeanor. For the purposes of this section, "switchblade knife" means a knife having the appearance of a pocketknife and includes a spring-blade knife, snap-blade knife, gravity knife or any other similar type knife, the blade or blades of which are two or more inches in length and which can be released automatically by a flick of a button, pressure on the handle, flip of the wrist or other mechanical device, or is released by the weight of the blade or by any type of mechanism whatsoever. "Switchblade knife" does not include a knife that opens with one hand utilizing thumb pressure applied solely to the blade of the knife or a thumb stud attached to the blade, provided that the knife has a detent or other mechanism that provides resistance that must be overcome in opening the blade, or that biases the blade back toward its closed position. For purposes of this section, "passenger's or driver's area" means that part of a motor vehicle which is designed to carry the driver and passengers, including any interior compartment or space therein." Since the lever used to open the knife is part of the blade and you must use a finger to overcoming resistance before the blade will open, it would not (in my interpretation) constitute a switch blade. However I am not a lawyer and you should not consider this over actual legal advice from an attorney or public official in your state.
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This is not regarded as a switchblade by any state or federal jurisdiction. However, it would be illegal in the five boroughs of New York, as are ANY locking blade knife. This is considered "spring assisted". The difference between this and a switchblade is a switchblade holds the blade under constant spring tension, meaning it's normal state would be open when the lock is not applied. This knife has no constant spring tension, meaning if a lock is removed, it stays in a normally closed state. The spring engages only after the thumb tab has been more than 30% activated. Under the law, completely legal but one look and people will wonder. It is the fastest opening knife I've owned. This is not regarded as a switchblade by any state or federal jurisdiction. However, it would be illegal in the five boroughs of New York, as are ANY locking blade knife. This is considered "spring assisted". The difference between this and a switchblade is a switchblade holds the blade under constant spring tension, meaning it's normal state would be open when the lock is not applied. This knife has no constant spring tension, meaning if a lock is removed, it stays in a normally closed state. The spring engages only after the thumb tab has been more than 30% activated. Under the... » Read More This is not regarded as a switchblade by any state or federal jurisdiction. However, it would be illegal in the five boroughs of New York, as are ANY locking blade knife. This is considered "spring assisted". The difference between this and a switchblade is a switchblade holds the blade under constant spring tension, meaning it's normal state would be open when the lock is not applied. This knife has no constant spring tension, meaning if a lock is removed, it stays in a normally closed state. The spring engages only after the thumb tab has been more than 30% activated. Under the law, completely legal but one look and people will wonder. It is the fastest opening knife I've owned. « Show Less