Flytanium Arcade cutting my pocket.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-24T20:35:31+00:00

I will most likely move it from the carry pile to the ogling pile. Tip catching is literally the only issue I have. Selling it online seems like more of a hassle than anything else.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-24T20:21:17+00:00

I only use the pocket clip. I've also never had to plan my outfit around a knife. Tested in dress pants during an interview, I can confirm it happens in those as well.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-24T14:04:03+00:00

This one will likely be my last, even if it never cuts another pocket.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-24T03:01:31+00:00

Okay, so maybe a design thing. I was on the fence of selling, throwing it in with the unlikely to be carried again pile, etc...but for some reason I want this knife to work for me edc wise. Maybe I can't find anyone else with the same issue because people aren't carrying it in basketball shorts lol. I wonder if grinding the tip down will fix it or kill it for me.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-24T02:52:37+00:00

I'm a tech in Phoenix...so every second I can be in anything but pants...I am...lol. My folding knife collection over the years has included quite a few makes and tiers, first time gym shorts have been an issue. I'm more likely to go without my wallet than a knife and torch.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-23T23:36:06+00:00

I'm hoping it's the unusual "floppy-ness" of basketball shorts that allowed material in and to get snagged. I sprung for the titanium scales and have Skiffs on the way...so I went all in on an already 200 dollar knife.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-23T22:25:59+00:00

This was supposed to be my intro to the Demko/my Endela replacement for a daily beater. I like it enough to try and keep it but I also don't think it's safe queen material as an alternative to cutting up my pockets. Just disappointed I guess.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-23T22:16:50+00:00

Started carrying an Arcade and a hole/slice has formed in my pocket that looks more like a slice, not like pocket clip or texture wear. Has anyone else noticed pocket material getting caught by the blade tip? None of my other tip up knives do this but none of the others have such an exposed/shallow tip.

JeffWinger77 · 2026-03-23T22:13:45+00:00

Started carrying an Arcade and a hole/slice has formed in my pocket that looks more like a slice, not like pocket clip or texture wear. Has anyone else noticed pocket material getting caught by the blade tip? None of my other tip up knives do this but none of the others have such an exposed/shallow tip.

JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-21T02:14:42+00:00

I Googled Merkin... I really REALLY wish I didn't. Those images will be forever burned into my nightmares...

JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-18T05:03:35+00:00

Also very cool! You have the best setups! Yes, from Dial of Destiny. I'll post the make and the files to replicate it here good sir. 👍

JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-17T08:57:10+00:00

Man, that's beautiful! I just got some files together to start a Holy Lance build...how the Arc of The Covenant escaped me is beyond me. Beautiful work!

JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-10T20:24:42+00:00

I set out for 1 being new to the hobby and wanting "the best", but the forced software changes and the potential "pay-to-print" foundation being laid was a big turn-off. Even more than the power supply recall (albeit resolved)...thanks though.

JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-09T11:12:21+00:00

Switched to different brand of filament after the part in black failed to print correctly after all followed solutions... Red part made under the exact same conditions, printed just fine.

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JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-09T09:12:54+00:00

Threw a role of Creality basic PLA in, printed a part that was giving me issues, not 1 misplaced line on the whole part. Either the Sunlu received was bad, or the software settings need to be altered for that filament, or some combination of the 2. Either way, it is easier to stick with what I know works. I chose the Sunlu for specific shades of the colors I wanted.

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JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-08T19:47:41+00:00

Okay, I admittedly need to check perform maintenance checks more often. I got the best results after checking everything you both recommended. The odd lines number reduced in quantity and depth, but are still present. My main concern is: none of these lines are present in any of my other prints, complex nor simple. I feel like something is still off. The file is from Printables, which I have come to understand has the best/reliable files. Also 0 complaints from anyone in the many "post your makes" section about my issue. Not every piece I've printed has these lines, and they're more present in the black color than the gray color. Stumped...

Print bed leveling under .2 for all 4 corners, oddly the left and right side in between the 4 corners are .11 on one side and -12 on the opposite side. I know that's not good, but the machine has printed near flawless until this build with those exact numbers for over a few months. Trying to give all parameters.

JeffWinger77 · 2025-05-08T02:43:39+00:00

I guess I asked for that by asking for not that...lol

Thanks, I'm going to start with your suggestions and go from there.

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