April 2, 200917 yr OK, so my ignorance is showing again. I've carried my "pocket knife" for years, but until this forum, I've never heard of a friction folder. From what does this term eminate, and how is this different from my "pocket knife"?
April 3, 200917 yr This is typically a folder without a back spring. The blade is pinned tight enough to have a bit of friction, so it doesn't fall open on its own. Usually, they will have an extended tail on the tang to stabilize the blade when open. Here is a good "how-to" book for rustic friction folders:Antler and Iron II A Google image search for "friction folder" will turn up a lot of nice examples. Don
April 3, 200917 yr Here is a link to one i made a while ago. Bobhttp://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/f14/clasp-knife-7204/
April 4, 200917 yr And what is the distinguishing feature of a slip-joint folder? The spring in the back of it and lack of a locking mechanism. Bob
April 4, 200917 yr Not as fancy as some, but here's one I made a few weeks ago...http://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/attachments/f51/11997d1236196896-my-first-friction-folder-100_3334.jpghttp://www.iforgeiron.com/forum/attachments/f51/11998d1236196896-my-first-friction-folder-100_3333.jpg
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