Hi All,

I just ordered a few new knives and was comparing the different types of locking mechanisms on folders.

Most of the locking knives I have owned are of the Lock Back variety (e.g. Buck 110), but I have a few Liner Locks also (e.g. Leatherman TTi). I also own many pocket knives with no locks at all (e.g. most SAKs).

I have read about other locking styles (Axis, Frame, Button, Compression, Opinel) but just do not know the strenghts and weaknesses of them.

I know this forum has members who are knowledgeable on knife types and proabaly own many of these styles.

Can we discuss what folding knife lock type is the best?

Thanks,

Mike