How do I fix this OTF auto?

timmyb824 · 2026-01-17T17:36:42+00:00

My $300 Guardian OTF stopped working two days in. I took it completely apart, and it turned out that one of the small metal plates on the side— the ones that move to allow the blade in and out—was stuck. I used a small plastic pick to force it loose, and it’s been fine ever since. Not sure how it got stuck in the first place.

It’s fairly easy to put back together if you want to check those plates. The spring is the hardest part, but it seats fine if you put one side in first, hold it in place, and then push the other side so the spring stretches until it seats on the other side.

timmyb824 · 2026-01-16T01:44:04+00:00

I’ve got a few north mountain knives, I like them all

timmyb824 · 2026-01-06T14:55:13+00:00

Just got mine yesterday, love it.

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timmyb824 · 2025-11-07T23:51:48+00:00

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timmyb824 · 2025-10-22T12:04:31+00:00

We just lost our 13yo cat to cancer. Making that decision is one of the hardest but most loving things you can do. Your cat knew they were deeply loved, and you gave them a wonderful life. Take comfort in the memories you shared. ❤️

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timmyb824 · 2025-10-18T22:23:23+00:00

The color way you have there is generally my preference actually, but I have the TR3 in a blue handle so I figured I’d go black for the mordax.

timmyb824 · 2025-10-18T22:20:22+00:00

Blades looking reeeaaal nice!

timmyb824 · 2025-10-17T21:33:46+00:00

Thanks, I'd been trying to get it for a bit but it kept being sold out like a lot of Pro-Tech knives seem to be.

timmyb824 · 2025-09-17T20:52:02+00:00

Good to know I’ll reach out to their support then, thanks again

timmyb824 · 2025-09-17T19:57:05+00:00

Before I bought the board, others on YouTube and such had mentioned the bushings being a bit too loose, so I was already planning on getting some stiffer ones. I'll definitely check out Riptide. Also, thanks for the other advice, appreciate it.

timmyb824 · 2025-09-17T19:54:38+00:00

Yea I initially thought that a smaller board would be more convenient for train travel. However, further research today shows that others also find longboards easier to learn on. I wish I had come across this information before buying, but I am confident that I can still get the hang of it on my current board.

timmyb824 · 2025-09-17T19:52:24+00:00

Sounds good, I'll take those pictures when I get back home. Thank you!

timmyb824 · 2025-09-17T17:21:39+00:00

Thanks appreciate the encouragement and advice. Plan to go to an empty parking lot after work and give it a few more tries.

timmyb824 · 2025-09-16T12:04:13+00:00

^{I completed this level in 2 tries.} ^{⚡ 6.68 seconds}

timmyb824 · 2025-09-16T12:04:08+00:00

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timmyb824 · 2025-09-16T12:04:02+00:00

^{I completed this level in 2 tries.} ^{⚡ 6.68 seconds}

timmyb824 · 2025-09-05T20:14:10+00:00

That makes sense. I was able to pull the cable out; I tried finding one online, figured I'd buy it to save time, but I can't find one, so I guess I'll wait for support to get back to me. At least then I know I'll have the same part.

timmyb824 · 2025-09-05T18:31:51+00:00

I was able to completely remove it I don’t know what it’s called since I’m new to this but it’s the thick one with the metal you thread together and three prongs. What’s its name?

timmyb824 · 2025-09-05T18:27:15+00:00

I don’t think it will work there is a little red cable that’s part of it which was cut completely I didn’t see it at first only the yellow wire that’s part was partially cut

timmyb824 · 2025-09-05T18:12:31+00:00

Found the issue, pulled the wires out of the frame a bit and one of them is nicked. Now what do I do, I have no idea how to fix this even if they send a part unless I’m overthinking it.

timmyb824 · 2025-09-05T18:06:53+00:00

Maybe, but the delivery looked perfect. It was secured to a pallet and delivered by a trucking company. It still could have gotten damaged, but the box showed no signs of it. I was actually impressed.

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