Having problems with my Powerlock

american lockpicker · **on:** September 18, 2008, 03:16:47 AM

I'm having problems with my Powerlock when I open or close it its very difficult to do so. I've tried oiling it but that seems to have no effect. What should I try. I've only had it for half a year and it has only seen light use.

jzmtl · **Reply #1 on:** September 18, 2008, 03:24:38 AM

Try loosen the two hex screws that connect plier head to handle.

american lockpicker · **Reply #2 on:** September 18, 2008, 03:30:14 AM

I've got them loose but it is still not working right.

jzmtl · **Reply #3 on:** September 18, 2008, 03:50:50 AM

Huh, can you just take the plier head off and see which pivot is giving you trouble?

american lockpicker · **Reply #4 on:** September 18, 2008, 03:53:55 AM

I've taken the pliers off and the handles work fine now.

jzmtl · **Reply #5 on:** September 18, 2008, 05:37:00 AM

so is it the plier pivot?

eodtech · **Reply #6 on:** September 18, 2008, 04:02:42 PM

Quote from: american lockpicker on September 18, 2008, 03:16:47 AM

I've tried oiling

Oil attracts dirt, dust and grime = it's better to use powdered graphite on your PL.

american lockpicker · **Reply #7 on:** September 18, 2008, 05:32:46 PM

Quote from: jzmtl on September 18, 2008, 05:37:00 AM

so is it the plier pivot?

Yes.

NutSAK · **Reply #8 on:** September 18, 2008, 05:56:04 PM

You may need to use something to penetrate any gunk that has built up in there. I like to use Break Free CLP for these types of occasions, and I've had good luck with it. I spray it into the joint, work the joint for a while, then blow out the excess with compressed air.

CLP stands for "clean, lube and protect". You can find Break Free CLP at gun stores or in the sporting goods section of WalMart.

Anthony · **Reply #9 on:** September 19, 2008, 12:39:08 AM

Is the plier head damaged at all?

american lockpicker · **Reply #10 on:** September 19, 2008, 02:26:14 AM

The pliers aren't damaged at all.

Will Kroil work?

eodtech · **Reply #11 on:** September 19, 2008, 02:37:34 AM

Why not send it to SOG to fix - that's what you paid for with a limited lifetime warranty

american lockpicker · **Reply #12 on:** September 19, 2008, 03:02:00 AM

Good Point I think I will.

Leatherman123 · **Reply #13 on:** October 31, 2008, 03:18:49 AM

Any update?

american lockpicker · **Reply #14 on:** October 31, 2008, 05:42:11 AM

I decided to retire it as I'm not likely to use it now that I have a Wave.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #15 on:** November 02, 2008, 05:30:44 PM

Did you look at the wire cutters? Sometimes when you cut something with them they get bunged up and a burr will keep them from opening and closing properly. All you need to do is go at it with a file until it loosens up.

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