Folding Knife Technology: Rapid Response Knives With Blade Assist Technology

A natural desire of every knife user is to enjoy both portability and quick access

. Folding knives were invented to meet these requirements, and some time later in the history of knives, blade-assist technology was born. This article introduces the latest development in blade assist technology: The Blade Assist Technology featured in the new line of Rapid Response blades from Coast.

How Blade-Assist Technology Works

Understanding the basics of blade-assist technology will allow us to more fully appreciate the development of Blade Assist Technology. There are several mechanical approaches for quickly opening a knife. A switchblade, for instance, juts straight out from the handle after a certain trigger button has been activated. Blade assist knives, in contrast, quickly unfold the knife, so that they blade swings up, not out, from the handle. To activate the blade assist feature, a user simply slides his or her thumb along a stud on the knife handle. This sends the blade peeking out from its sheath; when it is about a quarter of the way open, the blade is sent to its fully extended position via an internal spring-based mechanism. Motorcycle components inspired the development of the first blade-assist folding knives. One more important distinction between switchblades and blade assist folding knives: Switchblades are illegal in nearly every state, but blade assist knives are legal across most of America.

The Next Generation of Blade-Assist Technology

The groundbreaking Blade Assist Technology in Coast's new line of Rapid Response folding knives was invented by legendary knife designer Ron Lake. Mr. Lake is one of the most sought-after knife craftsmen on the planet. His genius was to insert a rolling cam into the blade of each Rapid Response folding knife. The torsion spring rides along this cam, making for silky smooth blade opening.

Benefits

Blade Assist Technology offers several advantages over traditional blade assist technology. First, the knife opening experience is faster and smoother with blade assist opening. Moreover, the unusual roller cam design cuts the spring load on internal blade-assist components, extending the life of the blade. Finally, less force is required to open an blade assist-powered blade, making for an exceptional user experience.

But there are other elements that set Rapid Response knives apart from other folding knives. First, the unique MAX_LOCK safety button on every Rapid Response folding knife keeps the blade locked in position, a great safety precaution. Additionally, the quality of construction materials is higher with a Rapid Response knife. In fact, Coasts offers a limited lifetime warranty on these folding knives. Corrosion-resistant 400-seres stainless steel makes up the blades of Rapid Response folding knives, while nylon handles filled with fiberglass help lighten their overall weight. For strength, ergonomics, and durability, you just can't beat a Rapid Response folding knife.

While professional knife wielders such as policemen and firefighters may see the most value in the Rapid Response knives' technological innovations, even the knife laypeople can appreciate the impressive quality and craftsmanship of these folding knives. Moreover, anyone who uses their folding knife for self-defense will appreciate the new Blade Assist Technology included in Coast's Rapid Response knives. A folding knife blade that opens more quickly definitely puts a person at an advantage in hand-to-hand fighting. Hunters will also appreciate the innovation Mr. Lake has demonstrated with this line of knives.

by: Tom C. Huntington

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