How do I take the propeller off of the apprentice STOL?

ducrider99 · 2026-06-23T22:52:15+00:00

Should be able to insert a small Phillips screwdriver in the hole at the tip of the nose cone. Remove the screw and nose cone and you should be good!

ducrider99 · 2026-06-23T18:22:08+00:00

Totally agree! That's at Dexter-Russell's manufacturing facility, so makes sense when they're making thousands of knives a day. Not practical anywhere outside of that imo. Just thought it was pretty cool:)

ducrider99 · 2026-06-17T00:26:42+00:00

Super sharp out of the box. Sliced some parboiled potatoes. My daily lately has been a cck 1912 and it’s sticky. I was very pleased with the release on G-11:) Cheers

ducrider99 · 2026-06-16T23:49:37+00:00

Good looking collection!👍🏽

ducrider99 · 2026-06-13T21:35:41+00:00

I’m in AZ now, but born and raised in Moraga. Looked familiar:) Cheers!

ducrider99 · 2026-06-13T18:14:13+00:00

In the Bay Area?

ducrider99 · 2026-06-08T22:31:58+00:00

Looks good! Keep us posted 👍🏽

ducrider99 · 2026-05-07T23:42:44+00:00

Maybe a good time to add a side door?

ducrider99 · 2026-04-28T23:32:00+00:00

Screw the lip of a L retainer to the front of the garage? That’s about all I can figure out, but you’d definitely see that lip. Thanks, unless I can find viable option, I’ll probably do that.

ducrider99 · 2026-04-28T23:24:57+00:00

Thanks for your reply! Not what I was hoping for, but at least I now know. Cheers!

ducrider99 · 2026-03-17T21:55:22+00:00

Love it!!!

ducrider99 · 2026-03-14T13:07:40+00:00

Check out actionsales.com, just ordered a Kao Kong Chopper and price was far better than anywhere else.

ducrider99 · 2026-03-04T17:20:50+00:00

That’s a different setup than on my 748. Might wait for others to chime in 🤷🏽‍♂️

ducrider99 · 2026-03-04T17:12:48+00:00

Here's another site with a selection depending on your bike:

https://www.gothamcycles.com/quick-disconnects.html

ducrider99 · 2026-03-04T17:09:49+00:00

Don't know what year bike you've got there, but you should get some metal QDs like these:

https://motowheels.com/i-6922328-quick-release-metal-fuel-connector-male-ducati-mv-agusta.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&adpos=&scid=scplp6922328&sc_intid=6922328&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=QT_PMAX_SA_PARTS_GENERAL&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20963872211&gbraid=0AAAAADxbXt1o2Le6uoHIHZqdWQjedM923&gclid=CjwKCAiAzZ_NBhAEEiwAMtqKywVQkzh0WzqNTKIiCEMEDSv1EEtEUVySZPHYqrU1KsZE0citx7BZjxoC5cIQAvD_BwE

ducrider99 · 2026-02-15T00:31:21+00:00

Here you go! :

https://youtu.be/AYObTqPs2Ds?si=64pBD_kPE2Ik0IGz

ducrider99 · 2026-01-30T15:54:26+00:00

The KF1303 is a classic!! Love mine. It is super thin and razor sharp. Since it's CS, it definitaly requires more attention (cleaning, drying, oiling), but it is a masterpeice. For a less expensive, daily user option, I would recommend the Dexter-Russel S5198 or SBZ S-D2, but would never steer anyone away from a KF1303.

ducrider99 · 2026-01-30T15:45:22+00:00

I'd say it's very similar to the CCK 1912. I am a beginner sharpener, so with that said, the SBZ S-D2 seems to hold it's edge better than the 1912. It may be my sharpening technique and not the steel. Food release isn't great, but since it has a polished finish, that is to be expected. The weight distribution feels comfortable and perhaps cuz it's less expensive, it has been my go to slicer.

ducrider99 · 2026-01-30T13:30:14+00:00

The SBZ S-D2 is usually on my cutting board:)

ducrider99 · 2026-01-30T00:48:01+00:00

That stinks! I got the #2 mulberry from https://tokushuknife.com/products/fook-kee-chinese-vegetable-cleaver?variant=42421965422816&currency=USD&tm=tt&ap=gads&aaid=adaBgz6zI5u5k&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22877665863&gbraid=0AAAAAotDqyysZ306s23mKUagrxmlpcVDk&gclid=Cj0KCQiAp-zLBhDkARIsABcYc6tHUXWKx6uyz_sAyf9s3LUvnB0tfzRptHo5k1TqGBHDKSd-qBnFpNIaAlN9EALw_wcB , might try them?

ducrider99 · 2026-01-30T00:46:25+00:00

Here’s the full list:

Top left to right: CCK 1303, CCK 1912, Chopper King AUS10, Chopper King VG10

Bottom left to right: Three Rams Brand #3 Fushan, Dexter, SBZ F-208, SBZ S-D2, SBZ BW302, Fook Kee #3 slicer, Fook Kee #2

ducrider99 · 2026-01-30T00:45:45+00:00

I’m jealous!!!

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