Changing blade very frustrating. I think the minute profile for changing is not done properly. It is also very dangerous and risk of cutting yourself twisting and pushing with razor sharp blade.
Having tried both ways of changing the insert, I think the only safe way of doing it is to remove the fasteners. Applying far too much pressure around a potentially razor sharp inset otherwise. Would be nice it you guys could include a little cheap T8 driver with the kit. Other than how the inserts change, it's a real sleek piece of kit.
With you there. Had to remove the screws as well. Wish I'd researched a bit more before buying. Also wish I went with the brushed titanium instead of black. But I'm happy to have such a small multitool that can take utility blades though, so for now I'll try running it in my EDC.
Did you slice your finger to? If I didn’t have superglue? I’d be going to the hospital for about 6 stitches. I’m sorry, but this is bullshit. I have the tag gear version and it smokes this little piece of junk. This is very dangerous. I don’t recommend anybody buy one of these. I guarantee you you will cut yourself 100% and more than once. You would not believe what just happened as I’m typing this up my tattoo artist comes walking up to me, and he’s bleeding everywhere he tried to take the blade out. Boy get ready for some lawsuits. Type of warning and put it inside the box. If you’re going to make something that doesn’t work good or easy to change, you really gotta bust your ass to open this little thing up. No way I’ll throw it in the fucking garbage.
Had mine for a couple hours and i am very pleased. The design is simple and seems like it would be reliable because of this. Took me a bit of practice and changing blade is no problem. The comments here complaining about that shouldve used the included safety inserts to practice with a few times. Its really not that hard at all once you figure it out.
Just received mine today. Very frustrated. I can't resort to 3rd option...I mean who has a T6 torx bit? The slide doesn't slide that well. and just for the life of me can't get the insert out! Mine also looks different from the one on the video. The closer I look at this TPT it looks used...Ugh just lost $80. Highly recommend not to buy this.
I prefer the last method myself. Too easy to cut yourself when you have a utility blade in doing the other two. Kind of a weird design chocie imo. "Ok for safety reasons, stick the blade fully out, grab it with your fingers, hope it's not too rusty, now twist and crank it until you can pop the Titanium apart enough to get it out."
*****TIP****So I struggled with getting the blade out and pretty much resorted to removing the fasteners. Used NYOGEL 760G today to lube the insides and viola- blades slide in and out easily. Hope this helps.
I received mine today after anxiously waiting for it. I own the first generation also, but I like the new design with a deployment button and the pocket clip. Unfortunately I am having a very difficult time trying to remove the inserts/ replacement baldes. My left thumb fingerprints are gone and my fingernail is already separating from my skin from trying this. I wish the deployment mechanism was smoother .
The most common thing we find for folks having issues/difficulties opening up the tool for swapping inserts is they are "push down" on the button instead of using the edge of the button to slide it up onto the internal ramp. Feel free to send a quick clip of how you are doing it over at contact@bigidesign.com and we will be happy to help see what's going on as well.
I just received one of these today and really disappointed in the design. Should just be able to push the button down and pull the insert out. Twisting the chassis just doesn’t seem natural
I’m sorry but this is a deal breaker design flaw for a utility knife. This is the perfect utility knife in every other aspect. But it has to be safe to change out the blades. I want to like it so badly because it fits my needs in every other way. I hope you can fix this in the next design and you will 100% have me back as a customer.
Sorry im just not seeing your comment! We designed it this way so that it does not easy come out. it is definitely one of those things that once you find the best way to do it for you it is very simple. Most of us here actually do it differently than each out. Feel free to reach out to support@bigidesign.com if you have any questions!
I can't do it just by pushing it. However, what I wound up doing is removing the back top fastener permanently. Only then can I push it wide enough to get the blades in and out easily. It still seems secure without that fastener, slides back and forth like normal
I really wish I read the comments before I ordered this. I have pen, pencil, and folding screwdriver, and folder from you guys which I love. But this thing not so much. I can’t imagine trying to rip this out with a fresh blade. Just say “you have to unscrew it to replace the blade” to save people from needing stitches. Muy peligroso.
Thanks for checking it out, it definitely is one of those things once you figure out how you like to do it it becomes second nature. Even here on or team we all do it a bit differently.
Ok, so I Love this 1.2 oz lightweight, compact titanium design, but Hate the dangerous blade changing technique. Love/Hate. I own 2 of these. Here is what finally worked... you have to REALLY twist the blade to open up the body halves, and to clear the catch internally, allowing the blade to slide out (and back in). Suggest holding the blade with a rag or paper towel (double or quadruple folded) to lower risk of a nasty cut while twisting and pulling a razor blade, or wear some fitted gloves. If you choose to disassemble, watch closely, maybe work over a tray or uncluttered rubber work mat. The pocket clip uses a tiny diameter pin that is not retained, and is easy to drop and lose in carpet, and the slide is not bidirectional (not symmetrical). It's fiddly and time consuming to replace the blade by opening up with Torx T6. Use quality T6 bits (e.g. Wiha), else you'll strip the T6 heads. Utility blades are not stainless. If you get the blade dirty, and allow it to corrode while closed, it'll freeze this mechanism shut, and tight, necessitating the disassembly. Ask me how I know... Clearly there are opportunities to make the the next design version much safer and less infuriating, which would pose much less risk for Big I Design and your user-base.
I'm moving to middle earth and see if Gandalf can get the blade out without removing the screws, I had two first generation slides, a visitor stole my first one and lent the second one to my Granddaughter, She lost it, N.B. now I dismantled it it is easier, to change the blades, I won't need to dismantle it in future, I also have the pit driver, it's cool also.
I just recieved mine today. I got it in black. What is the coating on it? Thanks for the video. I had trouble removing the insert but was able to get it eventually after watching this a few times. I used the first method. Do you recommend any oil for the slide mechanism? I was thinking about putting some nano oil on it. Also I wish the pocket clip was on the other side. I have to flip it in my hand to use it.
Shaun Harrison - The black coating is a DLC coating similar to how high-end watches are coated. You can use a high quality clear silicone like NyoGel or a white lithium grease on the mechanism track if you’d like also, glad the video helped out!
Just got one of these and I noticed that the one in the video has extra jimping on the sliding mechanism/button. The one I have is smooth on part of that goes "underneath the ramp" when opening it. Was this intentional? If so, what for?
Sorry, I tried option 1 as well as option 2 several times with no success (I didn’t want to apply any more force to my freshly arrived tpt slide) only option 3 seems to work (securely)
This is a lazy ass design. These blades are meant to be disposible. That's the whole point of a utility knife. If you guys are working a version 3, please make changing the blade easier.
Honestly, for $80.00... I'm pretty disappointed in this tool. The "safety" feature makes it highly likely you cut yourself. Adjusting the pocket clip... Forget it. There is a microscopic pin inside that you are going to lose. A Home Depot utility knife is a better tool. Very disappointed.
Hi JR, sorry to hear about that. Feel free to email our support team at support@bigidesign.com, we will be happy to do whatever it takes to help you solve the issue. Thanks!
Thanks for reaching out! It sounds like it has not seated down on the mechanism correctly. Make sure you pry the plates open a decent amount to let the blade slide past the mechanism. If you are still having trouble shoot us an email at support@bigidesign.com
Major design flaw with the blade-change capability. Had to open mine up then it wouldn't align correctly so I threw the POS in the trash where it belongs.
Honestly, I still like the original. It's simple and best design you guys ever did. The upgrade version is more complicated. Plus I know how to one handed open and close with the original so I don't really need the slide.
Christ I regret buying this. Good to see all the other people in the comments pointing out how stupid it is to grab a razor sharp utility blade and wrench it around with your fingers. Funny how you guys don't point this out anywhere on the product listing page.
Sorry about the frustration. At the simplest level, you could always take a T6 Torx screwdriver to open the front plate, then you will have complete access to the blade, I hope it helps. For any service or requests, feel free to reach out to us at support@bigidesign.com also, we are always happy to help!
Sorry to hear you are having a hard time changing the blade, it is definitely something to get used to. We made it intentionally that way so that the blade would accidentally come out while using the blade. Reach out to us at support@Bigidesign.com if we can help!
Three things you won't know till you have it in your hand: 1. The blade change technique is horrible (and dangerous). I can barely type right now my thumbs hurt so bad from trying to get the blade out. I don't want to have to disassemble the thing either because apparently-according to other comments-there is a tiny pin that you can lose from the belt clip. 2. The action is NOT smooth (on the black one anyway). The blade doesn't "fall" into it's detents. Probably because you're pushing down on the button and are "passing" the detents as you're unable to feel them unless there is adequate back pressure. You have to vary how much pressure you push with for it to find the detents. Oh, and the "full out" detent? It's even more finicky because you can push it past that detent, and must, to change the blade. Which, reminder, I have not been able to do. I'm an aeronautical engineer… a failed aeronautical engineer. This tool has stolen my dignity. 3. The ergonomics, especially when deploying, require you to cramp your hand on the spline. It works. But it's uncomfortable af. TL;DR: This does NOT feel like a $90+ dollar tool. It _looks_ like one. But I bought this to use it. Not stare at it. (Well, ok, I _was_ planning to stare at it quite a bit because I'm lonely.)
This is a dangerous and crap design. Mine doesn't work as well as you people make it out to be. I can see people getting cut doing this. Even though I know how to do it it is very stiff and hurts my fingers. This is the absolute WORST blade change of all by box cutters by far.
Thanks for your honesty, it is a bit difficult on purpose. we didnt want any way for the blade to come out by accident. There are a few ways you can change it out, everyone on our team does it differently. Its one of those once you figure out the best way for you type things. Let us know if we can help, shoot us an email Support@bigidesign.com wed be happy to help!
its a little tricky to change on purpose really. it is definitely one of those things that once you figure out how it works for you it clicks! counter clockwise twisting motion is the real trick!
8 months with my tpt and not once have i been able to change the blade without having to 100% disassembley. Waste of $85, if anyone is interested in taking a second hand tpt slide, please reach out, id gladly trade this overpriced turd.
Its definitely one of those things that once you find how you like to do it, it clicks. We all even do it a bit different. We made the blade harder to change on purpose, no one wants a utility blade coming loose in their pocket.. ha. if we can help, shoot us an email support@bigidesign.com. were happy to help!
Changing blade very frustrating. I think the minute profile for changing is not done properly. It is also very dangerous and risk of cutting yourself twisting and pushing with razor sharp blade.
Having tried both ways of changing the insert, I think the only safe way of doing it is to remove the fasteners. Applying far too much pressure around a potentially razor sharp inset otherwise. Would be nice it you guys could include a little cheap T8 driver with the kit. Other than how the inserts change, it's a real sleek piece of kit.
With you there. Had to remove the screws as well. Wish I'd researched a bit more before buying. Also wish I went with the brushed titanium instead of black. But I'm happy to have such a small multitool that can take utility blades though, so for now I'll try running it in my EDC.
Did you slice your finger to? If I didn’t have superglue? I’d be going to the hospital for about 6 stitches. I’m sorry, but this is bullshit. I have the tag gear version and it smokes this little piece of junk. This is very dangerous. I don’t recommend anybody buy one of these. I guarantee you you will cut yourself 100% and more than once. You would not believe what just happened as I’m typing this up my tattoo artist comes walking up to me, and he’s bleeding everywhere he tried to take the blade out. Boy get ready for some lawsuits. Type of warning and put it inside the box. If you’re going to make something that doesn’t work good or easy to change, you really gotta bust your ass to open this little thing up. No way I’ll throw it in the fucking garbage.
Just updated my TPT Slide with a Carry Comission Topo blade insert. Thank you for the easy instructions.
awesome! I bet that it looks great
Had mine for a couple hours and i am very pleased. The design is simple and seems like it would be reliable because of this.
Took me a bit of practice and changing blade is no problem. The comments here complaining about that shouldve used the included safety inserts to practice with a few times. Its really not that hard at all once you figure it out.
Just received mine today. Very frustrated. I can't resort to 3rd option...I mean who has a T6 torx bit? The slide doesn't slide that well. and just for the life of me can't get the insert out! Mine also looks different from the one on the video. The closer I look at this TPT it looks used...Ugh just lost $80. Highly recommend not to buy this.
I prefer the last method myself. Too easy to cut yourself when you have a utility blade in doing the other two.
Kind of a weird design chocie imo.
"Ok for safety reasons, stick the blade fully out, grab it with your fingers, hope it's not too rusty, now twist and crank it until you can pop the Titanium apart enough to get it out."
*****TIP****So I struggled with getting the blade out and pretty much resorted to removing the fasteners. Used NYOGEL 760G today to lube the insides and viola- blades slide in and out easily. Hope this helps.
I have one of these stubborn bastards. It’s a pain in the taint and also sort of dangerous. Frustrating.
Thank you, I was getting frustrated, now I can change them really quick ✌🏼
great! its one of those things that once you figure it out its gold!
So simple and so good
I received mine today after anxiously waiting for it. I own the first generation also, but I like the new design with a deployment button and the pocket clip. Unfortunately I am having a very difficult time trying to remove the inserts/ replacement baldes. My left thumb fingerprints are gone and my fingernail is already separating from my skin from trying this. I wish the deployment mechanism was smoother .
The most common thing we find for folks having issues/difficulties opening up the tool for swapping inserts is they are "push down" on the button instead of using the edge of the button to slide it up onto the internal ramp. Feel free to send a quick clip of how you are doing it over at contact@bigidesign.com and we will be happy to help see what's going on as well.
I have a hart pocket.utility knife 9 dollats for 2 and it does the job with stanley blade in it
I just received one of these today and really disappointed in the design. Should just be able to push the button down and pull the insert out. Twisting the chassis just doesn’t seem natural
I’m sorry but this is a deal breaker design flaw for a utility knife.
This is the perfect utility knife in every other aspect. But it has to be safe to change out the blades. I want to like it so badly because it fits my needs in every other way. I hope you can fix this in the next design and you will 100% have me back as a customer.
Sorry im just not seeing your comment! We designed it this way so that it does not easy come out. it is definitely one of those things that once you find the best way to do it for you it is very simple. Most of us here actually do it differently than each out. Feel free to reach out to support@bigidesign.com if you have any questions!
You have to go through all that just to change a blade
I can't do it just by pushing it. However, what I wound up doing is removing the back top fastener permanently. Only then can I push it wide enough to get the blades in and out easily. It still seems secure without that fastener, slides back and forth like normal
Glad you found your way of doing it! All of us even do it a bit differently than each other also. We like to argue about who does it the best!
I really wish I read the comments before I ordered this. I have pen, pencil, and folding screwdriver, and folder from you guys which I love. But this thing not so much. I can’t imagine trying to rip this out with a fresh blade. Just say “you have to unscrew it to replace the blade” to save people from needing stitches. Muy peligroso.
Thanks for checking it out, it definitely is one of those things once you figure out how you like to do it it becomes second nature. Even here on or team we all do it a bit differently.
Ok, so I Love this 1.2 oz lightweight, compact titanium design, but Hate the dangerous blade changing technique. Love/Hate. I own 2 of these. Here is what finally worked... you have to REALLY twist the blade to open up the body halves, and to clear the catch internally, allowing the blade to slide out (and back in). Suggest holding the blade with a rag or paper towel (double or quadruple folded) to lower risk of a nasty cut while twisting and pulling a razor blade, or wear some fitted gloves.
If you choose to disassemble, watch closely, maybe work over a tray or uncluttered rubber work mat. The pocket clip uses a tiny diameter pin that is not retained, and is easy to drop and lose in carpet, and the slide is not bidirectional (not symmetrical). It's fiddly and time consuming to replace the blade by opening up with Torx T6. Use quality T6 bits (e.g. Wiha), else you'll strip the T6 heads.
Utility blades are not stainless. If you get the blade dirty, and allow it to corrode while closed, it'll freeze this mechanism shut, and tight, necessitating the disassembly. Ask me how I know...
Clearly there are opportunities to make the the next design version much safer and less infuriating, which would pose much less risk for Big I Design and your user-base.
I'm moving to middle earth and see if Gandalf can get the blade out without removing the screws, I had two first generation slides, a visitor stole my first one and lent the second one to my Granddaughter, She lost it, N.B. now I dismantled it it is easier, to change the blades, I won't need to dismantle it in future, I also have the pit driver, it's cool also.
I just recieved mine today. I got it in black. What is the coating on it? Thanks for the video. I had trouble removing the insert but was able to get it eventually after watching this a few times. I used the first method. Do you recommend any oil for the slide mechanism? I was thinking about putting some nano oil on it. Also I wish the pocket clip was on the other side. I have to flip it in my hand to use it.
Shaun Harrison - The black coating is a DLC coating similar to how high-end watches are coated. You can use a high quality clear silicone like NyoGel or a white lithium grease on the mechanism track if you’d like also, glad the video helped out!
@@bigidesign thanks for the fast response!
Just got one of these and I noticed that the one in the video has extra jimping on the sliding mechanism/button. The one I have is smooth on part of that goes "underneath the ramp" when opening it. Was this intentional? If so, what for?
Yes, the new version you have we removed the extra line to increase the tension and strength of the button. Hope this helps!
yea this is some other ish, yall, im just going to take it apart
Sorry, I tried option 1 as well as option 2 several times with no success (I didn’t want to apply any more force to my freshly arrived tpt slide) only option 3 seems to work (securely)
This is a lazy ass design. These blades are meant to be disposible. That's the whole point of a utility knife. If you guys are working a version 3, please make changing the blade easier.
What is the music in the background ?
Honestly, for $80.00... I'm pretty disappointed in this tool. The "safety" feature makes it highly likely you cut yourself. Adjusting the pocket clip... Forget it. There is a microscopic pin inside that you are going to lose. A Home Depot utility knife is a better tool. Very disappointed.
Hi JR, sorry to hear about that. Feel free to email our support team at support@bigidesign.com, we will be happy to do whatever it takes to help you solve the issue. Thanks!
Mine does not just slide back into place. Getting it out was no problem but I can’t pop a new blade in at all
Thanks for reaching out! It sounds like it has not seated down on the mechanism correctly. Make sure you pry the plates open a decent amount to let the blade slide past the mechanism. If you are still having trouble shoot us an email at support@bigidesign.com
Major design flaw with the blade-change capability. Had to open mine up then it wouldn't align correctly so I threw the POS in the trash where it belongs.
Hey, sorry to hear youre having an issue. reach out to support@bigidesign.com we can help anyway we can
What are the screws made of?
Stainless Steel
What is the pocket clip made of?
Chocolate Whale - Titanium
@@bigidesign woohoo! All titanium!
Honestly, I still like the original. It's simple and best design you guys ever did. The upgrade version is more complicated. Plus I know how to one handed open and close with the original so I don't really need the slide.
Bill Niamproh Thanks for the support and it’s great to hear the original TPT is working great for you!
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Guys, how do we remove the pocket clip?
smiffyb25 - Check out our video on removing the pocket clip. :-)
smiffyb25 why would you remove it?
@@arikys8236 smaller form factor if it's in your back pocket
smiffyb25 Gotcha❗️👊
I like the design, but removing the inserts/ replacement blades is a pain, my left thumb fingerprints are gone, and my fingernail is bleeding already.
Christ I regret buying this. Good to see all the other people in the comments pointing out how stupid it is to grab a razor sharp utility blade and wrench it around with your fingers. Funny how you guys don't point this out anywhere on the product listing page.
Sorry about the frustration. At the simplest level, you could always take a T6 Torx screwdriver to open the front plate, then you will have complete access to the blade, I hope it helps. For any service or requests, feel free to reach out to us at support@bigidesign.com also, we are always happy to help!
Shit way to change a blade. Just cut the fuck out of my finger trying this. Love the little tool tho lol
I’m sorry. To say this but this doesn’t work with mine or the finishing is off
Hey Travis! Reach out to us at Support@bigidesign.com and we will be happy to help out!
Most frustrating thing to change
Sorry to hear you are having a hard time changing the blade, it is definitely something to get used to. We made it intentionally that way so that the blade would accidentally come out while using the blade. Reach out to us at support@Bigidesign.com if we can help!
Three things you won't know till you have it in your hand:
1. The blade change technique is horrible (and dangerous). I can barely type right now my thumbs hurt so bad from trying to get the blade out. I don't want to have to disassemble the thing either because apparently-according to other comments-there is a tiny pin that you can lose from the belt clip.
2. The action is NOT smooth (on the black one anyway). The blade doesn't "fall" into it's detents. Probably because you're pushing down on the button and are "passing" the detents as you're unable to feel them unless there is adequate back pressure. You have to vary how much pressure you push with for it to find the detents. Oh, and the "full out" detent? It's even more finicky because you can push it past that detent, and must, to change the blade. Which, reminder, I have not been able to do. I'm an aeronautical engineer… a failed aeronautical engineer. This tool has stolen my dignity.
3. The ergonomics, especially when deploying, require you to cramp your hand on the spline. It works. But it's uncomfortable af.
TL;DR: This does NOT feel like a $90+ dollar tool. It _looks_ like one. But I bought this to use it. Not stare at it. (Well, ok, I _was_ planning to stare at it quite a bit because I'm lonely.)
I bought a second one but to be honest the price is overpriced if you sold it for less it would sell like hotcakes
Mine doesn't open
Zachary Heinen - Send us a email over at contact@bigidesign.com and we can help walk you through how to open it, thanks!
Did you ever get yours rectified?
@@bigidesign isn't that what your video is for, which clearly isn't hitting home with him or me.
So pretty much just yeet that shit outta there got it
This is a dangerous and crap design. Mine doesn't work as well as you people make it out to be. I can see people getting cut doing this. Even though I know how to do it it is very stiff and hurts my fingers. This is the absolute WORST blade change of all by box cutters by far.
Thanks for your honesty, it is a bit difficult on purpose. we didnt want any way for the blade to come out by accident. There are a few ways you can change it out, everyone on our team does it differently. Its one of those once you figure out the best way for you type things. Let us know if we can help, shoot us an email Support@bigidesign.com wed be happy to help!
SO FRUSTRATING!!!!!
Edit: taking it apart is NOT the answer. That was horrible to put back together. Beware of the little pin holding the pocket clip.
its a little tricky to change on purpose really. it is definitely one of those things that once you figure out how it works for you it clicks! counter clockwise twisting motion is the real trick!
This is actually a joke.
Finally succeeded...
8 months with my tpt and not once have i been able to change the blade without having to 100% disassembley. Waste of $85, if anyone is interested in taking a second hand tpt slide, please reach out, id gladly trade this overpriced turd.
Its definitely one of those things that once you find how you like to do it, it clicks. We all even do it a bit different. We made the blade harder to change on purpose, no one wants a utility blade coming loose in their pocket.. ha. if we can help, shoot us an email support@bigidesign.com. were happy to help!
Stupid design. Worst utility blade to put in.