You tube videos show the nylon sheath being very loose, anyone have that issue and does anyone have a fix to keep blade from being exposed on top?
1730323
The sheath that came with mine is not loose at all. It's pretty secure, to the point where if the ax is tilted just a bit to far forward of back, it won't slide line up and fit. The top is fairly well protected by the flap that covers it.
1730324
There is a plastic insert inside the nylon. I've never had an issue with my knife being loose or exposed if it is buckled.
1730325
Yes there is a spot a the top corner of the sheath where the blade can poke out. I have actually cut my self by the corner of the axe . I suppose you could use a needle and thread to close the gap. For the product being as fine as it is it would be worth the extra maintenance to me. Seriously this is the best axe /hatchet I've ever owned
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that is very odd , I take mine apart every shave and clean it and the blade ,sounds like you got a defected one ? since when they go together it doesn't take much to snug it down , I think you would have had to use a vise to break it and I don't see you doing that ,so I would ask amazon
1623335
i dont have any issue with it can you see anything inside the sheath? or i suppose it could be a defect
966508
I have not had a problem, the sheath holds the knife very well and I personally prefer this kind of sheath which does does not require a snap. I really like this knife and do not think that you will be disappointed.
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Theres a little tab in the sheath that applys preasure to the blade however its not enough to hold it when its upside down. A mod is probably your best bet if you want your blade to remain held with out the safety strap. Are you planning to put it on your shoulder?
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Hi Sam, I had a similar situation with mine. I noticed it was getting a little loose. I opened the jaws of the pliers all the way and placed the head of the rivet on my vise and used a large centerpunch and "re-peened" the rivet. Since it is a stainless steel rivet it worked very well and hasn't loosened back up since then. You just need to make sure the centerpunch diameter is large enough so it won't just hit the center of the rivet. Hope that helpedKevin
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What can I do, I already complained that my sheath doesn't fit properly with the knife but I got no responce. I love the knife but I haven't been able to carry it while camping, way too dangerous without a proper sheath
1934259
Hi Sam, I had a similar situation with mine. I noticed it was getting a little loose. I opened the jaws of the pliers all the way and placed the head of the rivet on my vise and used a large centerpunch and "re-peened" the rivet. Since it is a stainless steel rivet it worked very well and hasn't loosened back up since then. You just need to make sure the centerpunch diameter is large enough so it won't just hit the center of the rivet. Hope that helped Kevin
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Mine did the very same thing. The strap stretched on my during my first outing with it. My friend his the same axe with no issues. I hope you still have the sheath because its an easy fix. What I did was take it to a local leather shop and had them add a second snap to the strap. Only coat me $3 and was a great fix thus far. Haven't seen replacements personally.
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The Plastic sheath can be tight till worn in, maybe putting it in some hot water to soften up the plastic, Make sure you sure you insert the knife in correctly into the sheath as its much harder to remove if up side down.
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Joseph Question when the blades are fully locked onto the shaft, the blades still rattle?? Sounds like there's a gap most likely due to the head not fully screwed onto the shaft, did you receive the blade tool with your package use it to apply the broad head. If no examine the clip make sure it is in place between the head and shaft, Mine do not slip nor raddle Keep me posted I'm interested in what is creating the bouncing blades. TY
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Hi It sounds like you may a different sheath! My belt loop is not sewn but double rivoted. Try to check with manufacturer. I am completely happy with mine. Great product for the price!! GOOD LUCK!!
2009703
Hey man, it's a great quality knife, but you wouldn't be able to draw it from it's particular sheath correctly from the left. You could look at getting the same knife, but with a nylon rather than kydex sheath. This would allow you to put the blade in any way you like, and may even be a little cheaper too.
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Also try a different blade. I only use blades in my unit and never had any problems.
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I struggled with it too and gave it to my husband. He detached it easily so it isn't the blade; it was me. He thinks he might have pushed it in a little before twisting. Good luck. It really works great when it works!
1595515
I've yet to have loss of grip. I can see your concern but so far this tool has performed beautifully... on wish I could say the same for the sheath.
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I don't think you have it pushed in all the way- it took me a while to figure out that unless there is a little "Click", the blade is not as far in as it needs to be for safety and stability. Makes it really hard to take it out-strong fingers needed but that's how it has to be. And this applies to all the blades. They click into place and once they have clicked, you can slice like crazy without any problems. Are you loving your slicer? We have been camping in a rental for a year and just moved into our "forever" home last weekend and have really missed our slicer. It will be a while before we unpack it but that will make the reunion all the better, I think.