How To Tune Your Balisong/ Butterfly Knife | Balisong Maintenance Tips

[@Human_Evolution-]

Nicest guy in the industry.

[@Human_Evolution-]

@@hvpeless industry as in everyone who sells balisongs.

[@NguyenNguyen-pf2pf]

@@Human_Evolution- i dont have money so i use clones

[@lifewithink.934]

@@NguyenNguyen-pf2pf same

[@chigen4tyrone320]

@@NguyenNguyen-pf2pf get a falcon

[@NguyenNguyen-pf2pf]

@@chigen4tyrone320 alredy have

[@oozma1292]

this would’ve definitely helped me a lot when I started! nice video

[@vister5738]

Hey! I just bought myself the Squiddy + Maintenance Kit pack. This is gonna be an huge upgrade for me since my other one was a cheap one i found on amazon, I really love this company and I'll probably keep ordering here. The way you care about the customer makes it even better too. I love y'all. Stay healthy!

[@ouicmoijim3549]

Wow it’s the same for me but I bought the squiddy-b instead

[@DikoSpanish]

@@ouicmoijim3549 do you maintenance your squiddy b, if yes how?

[@Frenetxc]

@@DikoSpanishThis is how. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqDRh2Wloa6raM0

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Thanks for the support ❤ P.S. THAT SPIDER IN YOUR PROFILE PIC GAVE US A SCARE!!! 🤣

[@SquidIndustriesco]

@@ouicmoijim3549 Appreciate the love ❤

[@nrreno]

I just bought the mako + maintanance kit. I went from a $5 CCC To mako and the difference is not even comparable. Absolutely amazing flipper

[@dittulps6195]

I just ordered mine hows it holding up

[@Kokosnusskopf0]

Just tuned my Krake Raken Trainer. I literally tightened the pivot screw ALL the way and I still had great swing. I was soooo nervous and I’m really glad this video exists.

[@coltonowens5976]

lucas is the coolest and sweetest man ever, he is extremely experienced and mows what he’s talking about. 100% would let this man disassemble my benchmade 87.

[@NolifeOw]

Had an amazon trainer for about 3 years now. This video really helped me to loosen my bali without the screws being so loose. I didn't know about the squeeze part. But now mine flips beautifully and I now have the sweet clicking noise. Thanks!

[@mango_juice4610]

Thx this helped a lot now Ik what I'm doing bc I've been wanting to tune my blue mako thx appreciate stay healthy my guy

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Thank you! You too

[@aray9628]

Love this company! Quality products at great prices, and they care about their customers. I’ve bought 3 knives from them and they all are amazing str8 out the box 📦. The maintenance kit is a must have if you’re really into flipping and do it a lot, it’s got everything you need to keep your knife tuned and functioning. I own a Wiha Torx kit but this is just simple I love it, one size screw for everything and having the full size Torx Driver for these knives makes disassembly and Maintence easy. Obviously I’m a fan and think that this company is awesome, but as soon as you buy one you’ll know where I’m coming from. Thanks for all the tips and great products stay safe everyone 👊👍

[@poseidons_636]

I mean you can get a torx driver, loctite, and lube at the hardware store for cheap as well

[@jasonanderson7020]

watching this video as i just purchased a squidtrainer v4... waiting for it to get into my hands. im a complete newb and this will be my first balisong. thanks for the info on tuning as i was curious about this as i bought the extra washers and such..... looking forward to joining the community.

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Congrats on joining the squid squad! Hope you enjoy your Squidtrainer V4. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us through IG or email! -Lucas

[@ooblooalian1029]

This gonna help me a lot when I get my squiddy c

[@sethm]

Nice and clear, and you didn't waste time talking about off-topic things. Good job, would of been nice to have this when I started out.

[@Fatass_]

lol there alot of tutorials, but this video is great for beginners

[@joobels2712]

Concise and helpful. Great video, great company. Highly recommend their stuff. I own a Squiddy and a Triton an they're both quality flippers and are great for their respective price ranges. Not the mention the customer service. I was having an issue with the zen pin coming out and messaged them on their website, told me to send it to them and and they fixed it perfectly with no charge. I'm still not great at flipping, and not super knowledgeable on the technical details, so I can't promise my assessment will be on par with the opinions of others out there, but I personally love their products and am looking in to maybe buying a Krake Raken as my first higher-end purchase at some point in the future because I've heard great things about it. If you're looking for an in to balisong flipping, I couldn't recommend Squid's stuff enough.

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Thanks 🥺💗

[@vyclixs7178]

My Inked Triton came with a little bit of play and tap, and this helped immensely. I'll go ahead and do it again tonight so I can loctite it overnight, thanks!

[@PsychoFr0g]

Cheers for the video guys! Currently sitting here, Sunday night in Germany, and waiting for my Squiddy to arrive!

[@firestone0655]

show us how you did the trick at 5:27 please

[@edzbigornia7370]

can you make a video on how you got started and what machines you used to prototype? really love my triton

[@edcdad1124]

Ordered a blemished squiddy cant wait first trainner !

[@S1eepM0de_Forever.]

Now that is an engineer.

[@Nightster_Rider]

I have the Natilus . Love it by the way totaly choice 😎👍. What would be the best method to remove the scales for cleaning ?

[@lewisgarrison860]

Very helpful video

[@plutonium87]

Very good tutorial. Thank you

[@purifiedwater4217]

You guys are the best

[@theozr._5428]

I just bought a triton v2. How long until i have to do that. Like every month?

[@MADdabber710OIL]

How to take apart a Nautilus? The screws are ridiculous to get off... I don't wanna strip them.. *The bottom ones)

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Hey there, we recommend holding the pivot in place with a T10 Torx Driver as you use a separate T10 Driver to unscrew the screw 👍

[@MADdabber710OIL]

@@SquidIndustriesco I tried that, but it seemed sketchy after not working and I backed off it... I ordered another wiha torx and going to try that... hopefully it works.. it seems like there is red lock tite on them... Never had such a problem with taking apart a Balisong before 😖

[@MADdabber710OIL]

@@SquidIndustriesco also is there a way to know which side is the pivot and what one is the screw? It's hard to tell.. Would the screw be facing up with the bite handle facing to the left? Kind of like a Replicant? I'd hate to mess this expensive thing up and it's brand new... I am trying to use the colored hardware I ordered on it...

[@PTN--iv1qu]

When I try to take the screws out the screws keep moving even when I squeeze

[@bloxztr2601]

"A little" flip

[@pifriz6969]

Lmfao 🤣🤣

[@ambrosematheny7627]

I have a random balisong question: my new balisong has a stubborn screw that wont go in no matter how much I screw or how hard I squeeze the handles and I’ve tried everything to get it to go in and it’s all proved unsuccessful. At this point I’ve resorted to stripping the threads off the screw deliberately and then gluing the screw into the hole. I’m not sure how to do this though, does anyone have any suggestions?

[@l4dfanatic11]

With the squidtrainer v4 being out, and using bushings iirc, can we get a vid on maint for that?

[@ssimp104]

Great video but how often should you do this and is it NEEDED

[@therealintrovert2632]

Nice vid I can’t wait to get a ballysong specifically the ti mod sqiddy b

[@jeremymartens4801]

After you take the knife apart, how to you remove the remaining factory thread locker off the screws?

[@slavdoggo389]

Can’t wait till I get meu hands on a Nautilus gonna be a huge upgrade from my cheap balisong (can’t adjust the screws). Time to save up

[@aurik122]

can I flip it to check if my tuning is good right after applying the loctite?

[@Bali.Buddha]

why does the pivot screw have to be SO HARD TO PUT BACK IN 😓😓

[@KAIJUKING123]

Can I use the maintenance kit on my glidrco balisong or is that kit specifically for a squid industries balisong

[@SquidIndustriesco]

We don't know what torx screw they use, but loctite and lube is universal for all balisongs, so yes!

[@apotato8050]

If y’all made a Squidtrainer v4 it would be cool if you released it before Christmas with limited time handle colors like green with red stripes

[@Fatass_]

fuck my life, i write like a whole bloody essay on how to do it lol, my wifi died on me so the comment didnt send

[@tommytran6473]

Hey Squid Industries, thanks for the great product and tutorials. I followed along (doing this for the first time). One of my handles turned out perfectly, the other one doesn't really adjust very much when I loosen the screw. It's still stiffer than I like. I did the loctite and oil and made sure to clean the washers and the handle and blade. Any advice on what I can do?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Hey Tommy, Shoot us an email and we will see what we can do to help!

[@PatientZeroBalisong]

Cool vid man

[@MoeHound]

I’m struggling to tighten my screws since I need to hold one side with the alan wrench and screw the other side with the screwdriver, it’s a bit awkward to hold and do at the same time. Any tips for this would be greatly appreciated. I’m new to the maintenance side of good quality Balisongs and I don’t want to mess anything up (one screw threaded instantly with I can’t explain how little force, thankful I had extras that came with the knife)

[@MoeHound]

Knife in particular I’m screwing with (pun intended) is the nautilus v2

[@ghostmelon64]

I have a question. When I turn a screw it turns on the opposite side. Why is that and how do I fix it?

[@cubefied6255]

Just wondering if the squiddy is as durable as the squiddy c or compares

[@sethlava]

My krake raken 2.5 trainer will not tighten down enough to get rid of handle play. Any suggestions?

[@Potatokid999]

if i use super lube what should i use to apply it or should i just squeeze is out

[@reviewforthetube6485]

I may be the only person in the world that got a krake raken which is a bit to tight out of the box and somehow the balance is way way off? Like it's not a little handle bias ita extremely handle bias idk what happened. I have a feeling I need to take it apart because mine came lubed and has dirt around the edges near the bushings. Bought it brand new from the blade bar.

[@bodegaboylex]

The live blade knives are almost impossible to find

[@noah7780]

Great vid! Can u pls do a vid about how to take off the latch?

[@tuxedo1557]

im pretty sure all their knives dont have latches

[@axolotlrb4655]

I am new to flipping, which trainer should i get first?

[@Matsse1996]

"Squeezing the handles together" thats all I needed to know

[@UnregulatedInsanity]

Fr

[@Trudeauhitlist]

same

[@paulgcasso6279]

Question what do I do if I stip the pivot screw?

[@X3N1TH]

I bought a squiddy but i couldn’t get the maintenance kit.. now the handle keeps falling off and i have to wait for weeks and weeks to get the kit. What can i do to make it stop falling off? please help

[@frog6645]

Hey guys i need help with the kraken v3 I try taking out the screws and they turn, but dont come out? Idk looking for help

[@mr.ph9859]

so, maybe a bit late and wont respond. Does this also apply to the squiddy b / og ?

[@endersoul118]

I just recently bought a nautilus v2 and I can’t tell if I have blade rub or not if anyone can explain if I have blade rub or if they have a video going over this topic

[@KGisthename]

My man! How yall cephalopods doing? Staying healthy I hope.

[@arturojacoboosoriohernande6231]

what is the function of the g10 sponge?

[@ambrosematheny7627]

When will you guys restock on ti mod squidtrainers?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

We're planning on restocking Ti mod Squidtrainers in about 2-3 weeks.

[@jam3swang]

I’ve been curious, would pushing the pivot out with the driver damage the threading inside of the pivot barrel?

[@edzbigornia7370]

nope its not enough force to do much of anything, probably some micro scratches that you wont see or feel anyways

[@anthony5.045]

I have a question, I applied loctite to my pivot screws last night. When I was tuning the knife, I noticed that the screws were turning when the handles were moving. I tested it again this morning, and it’s doing the same thing. I’m not sure if I did it wrong because it’s my first time applying loctite but please tell me if this is normal. It probably is normal but I’m just not letting it dry and I’m paranoid lol.

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Hey! Check out this video to tackle spinning pivots: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKSpZJygnc2ZnKs

[@ezra_rosco3]

im watching this video because my squiddy had stiff handles from the get go. After i took it apart and reassembled it, the handles dont move with both washers in place. Do you have any tips?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Hey! Please shoot us an email at [e-mail] and we will help you out.

[@ghostmelon64]

Does it matter if my washers spin with my handles?

[@swipdd9835]

how long does locktite take to harden and can you use the blaisong song while the locktite is drying

[@SquidIndustriesco]

We recommend waiting a full 24 hours for the loctite to completely harden and to not use or flip it while it is hardening.

[@illusionveebo7724]

i did everything but the screws keeps circling, i cant take out the handles now

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Do you mean the pivots are spinning?

[@user-hr3re3xj3g]

@@SquidIndustriesco i think so.

[@illusionveebo7724]

@@SquidIndustriesco yes

[@realspacegiraffe]

Did you ever find out how to do it yet?

[@user-hr3re3xj3g]

@@illusionveebo7724 the best way is to squeeze the handles tightly on the closed position(If it's a squiddy,You have to do this in the open position) and take the screw out.If this doesn't work for you,You should dm @squidindustries in instagram.

[@akivakugler4210]

There is a weird cap on my lub and lock threader and I don't know how to get it off I was give the pointy caps separately

[@SquidIndustriesco]

You'll need to press downward before unscrewing it. It's similar in style to a medicine bottle cap.

[@akivakugler4210]

@@SquidIndustriesco thanks so much I was really confused by it because it wasn't working for the lube bottle and I just got my squiddy yesterday it's amazing! Also is it ok if the screws spin together but not falling out

[@gyrotwist6335]

I’m gonna be honest.. I ordered my first trainer from amazon, it is coming tomorrow but after I watched a lot of videos out of excitement for getting my balisong, but I don’t want cancel the order. I wish I knew about this company before I ordered

[@SquidIndustriesco]

There's always next time so don't worry! We're sure you'll be flipping Squid Industries in no time.

[@gamerbreadbaker]

yeah, when my 2 cccs from my brother break, i’ll order a squiddy.

[@ScoobyShooby]

Ok but how to tune bushings? Ive got one oversized and one undersized on my krake

[@OxiigenV2]

This won’t work whenever I tighten my squiddy it doesn’t move and I don’t have any lube but I have to unscrew until the screws don’t wven touch my squiddy

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Hey! What do you mean by it doesn't move?

[@Trudeauhitlist]

I love this industry and really wanna get the squidtrainer V3.5 but it always says that it is sold out. any solutions? please help.

[@SquidIndustriesco]

We restock our Squidtrainer V3.5 every Wednesday at 11 am PST! Sign up for our newsletter to see which colors are dropping each week.

[@Trudeauhitlist]

@@SquidIndustriesco thank you sooooo much I am looking forward to purchasing the squidtrainer V3.5!

[@Axtrz]

hey recently ordered the squiddy glow if the blade breaks where can i get a spare

[@Axtrz]

it didint come yet

[@szehan6788]

Hello, is it fine to flip the balisong after applying loctite to tune it? Or should I wait 12 hours until I tune it.

[@SquidIndustriesco]

You should wait just to make sure the loctite dries. If you don't wait, the screws could still come out.

[@szehan6788]

@@SquidIndustriesco thank you 🙏🏻

[@littlepickle2033]

if i took the pivot screws out would i keep them out or put them back in?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

You will need to put them back in to reassemble the trainer

[@ripp3r325]

Do you have to wait after you add loctite or is it alright to start flipping away?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

We recommend waiting 6-12 hours before flipping since the Loctite needs to dry. -Lucas

[@ripp3r325]

@@SquidIndustriesco Alright cool, just wanted to make sure. Thanks!

[@RingOfShameful]

when i put it back together, putting the handle back on gets really tough sometimes, my guess is the washers are too big?? i just swap out the washers since usually one handle's washers are fine so i take one of each per handle am i doing something wrong?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

You'll just need to use a little bit more force to get the washers in. You definitely need one washer on each side of the blade.

[@RingOfShameful]

@@SquidIndustriesco Yeah, I made sure there was a washer on each side, it was just so hard to put in it physically left marks on the blade

[@RingOfShameful]

Ah, I switched the bushings...

[@jarrettmoreland4921]

lucas just killin' shit, make some more tsunamis brah, į want one baddd, tha way in which ü shaped tha tanto gives me tha dœpest vïbes of ryu's dragon sword from ninja gaiden....which is just tha fucking coolest ever. keep killin' shit ✌😛🤙

[@oriondrake6919]

i think i messed up or something, my pivot screws when fully tightened make the balisong completely stiff. I hate to get them almost completely loose to get it to move at all. what the hell. my mako v4 came in stiff-ish and it had play

[@marzylol9141]

So I am getting into this hobby ( currently waiting for my knife to ship ) would you recommend that I get this ? is it needed ?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Yes, we highly recommend that all new flippers acquire our maintenance kit and it was be an incredibly useful tool for all of your balisongs in the future 👍

[@hwfstcnutypthsonurkb]

What if you only have loctite 263 available, would that make a difference?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Apply only a little bit since it is much stronger than Loctite 243

[@judahschafer4799]

How often should I tune up my balisong?

[@fantasy_foexig1116]

I dont know i did everything i could but it still has a lot of play ad tap and obviuosly you can't sand any bushing as there are none. i tried tightening it more but it doesnt affect the play. anyone got any tips for me that could help?

[@emilijohnston3020]

Nice knives, how do you track an order on your website? I just ordered the mako v4

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Hey Emili, thank you for your order! When your order has been shipped within the next few days, you will receive an email with a tracking number.

[@mosemamiri145]

Hello squid industries shipped to where shipped to your house?

[@mosemamiri145]

I also ordered a squiddy

[@fkdodkd8956]

@Squid Industries is calamari clearance some light damage or heavy damage?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Blemished trainers are models that didn't pass our inspection process due to cosmetic imperfections but are guaranteed to flip just as well as our new products. Blemished product sales are final (no returns accepted) but they do qualify for warranty (mechanical defects only). Blemished models may come with the following, but not limited to: Light scratches Light dents Discolored or faded anodizing Inconsistent blade finish Inconsistent handle finish/ textures Mismatching colored handles Flawed or missing laser engraving Different blade coating

[@fkdodkd8956]

@@SquidIndustriesco alright I bought one blemished squiddy, how long does it take to be fulfilled?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

@@fkdodkd8956 Fulfillment usually takes around 1-3 business days.

[@sklizzy1]

Is it fine to lube any balisong with mustard oil?😅 its all i have and just wanted to know

[@SquidIndustriesco]

We would definitely recommend to not do that 😳

[@sklizzy1]

@@SquidIndustriesco thank you ive been contemplating thank god i didnt 😮‍💨

[@chezzy7462]

I just bought a Squiddy-C and the screws are loose what do I buy to tighten them

[@SquidIndustriesco]

You will need a T10 screwdriver and some Loctite. You can find them at your local hardware store, Amazon, or our website (link in bio).

[@chezzy7462]

Squid Industries so buy the hardware kit

[@hippityhobbit4163]

How often should i do this?

[@unvaded8219]

alright, so, even when squeezing the handles together I cant take the squiddy apart. anyone have any tips or reasons why?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Check out our video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIarXpVoasumaZY

[@thisischris5351]

Excellent 🙏🏼 I love you people. I was the one who just placed a big order for a blemished clear squiddy, a titanium modded red and blue trainer, a maintenance kit, and the winter nautilus 🤍❤️ I love your trainers so much! Thanks for the fast shipping 😀 8🦑8

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Thank you so much for your order! We really hope you enjoy your trainers.

[@thisischris5351]

@@SquidIndustriesco I’ve been having so much fun with them! I actually got a few more after the first few purchases 😂 I’m tryna keep you guys busy shipping to Lincoln, CA 😚 🧬 🦑

[@landoray2864]

My krake raken has a lot of tap and play and I cant tune it out any tips

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Tightening your screws down is the first solution. You could also try replacing your washers with new ones if your current washers are worn out. Contact us through our support page if you need further assistance and we will help you asap.

[@potatopotao8510]

Heyy i was cleaning the screws and making sure that i put everything in and tightened it i thread locked it along with oiling it up for some reason is feels a bit strange it likes to fall off balance and just feels different what should i do? 😂😅

[@jamescolbourne9489]

You're supposed to wait for the lpctite do dry without playing with it, then put oil on.

[@noon0389]

Does anyone know what screws the kraken trainer uses? Like T10 or 8

[@SquidIndustriesco]

All Squid Industries products including the Kraken trainer uses T10 a torx driver 👍 -Lucas

[@noon0389]

Thanks dude , helps a lot. Ordered a krake raken only 2 days ago

[@cookedgrass]

when i turn the screws of my squiddy b they dont come out

[@ItsMinoAgain]

My balisong has much more play than I'd like but my screws won't go in nay tighter. What can I do?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

We recommend replacing the washers 👍

[@ItsMinoAgain]

@@SquidIndustriesco Unfortunately I just replaced the washers and the issue is still the same. Is there a place where you can buy thicker washers?

[@bundslayer]

My screw got loose :(

[@OptimusPrime-vy8vy]

How permanent is the loctite?

[@Error-xl3ty]

Do I have to wait for the lock tight to dry?

[@Potatokid999]

yes 24 hours

[@ulla5530]

I do not know why but when i want to unscrew the Pivots, the screw does not move. Any Tips? (sorry for bad english)

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Try our "How to stop spinning pivots" video.

[@AravisX]

I can’t seem to get my screws out. They are stripped :(

[@goodatsolitaire]

Do you guys sell knives in China? I've been trying to find them on Taobao but no luck. I'm not sure what China's laws are like for these knives. I just bought some Chinese-brand trainer to start with, but I've heard so many good reviews of your knives and I'd love to get my hands on one.

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Hey! Sorry, we do not sell our trainers on Taobao. You can purchase them on our website or through our authorized retailers.

[@shadowdeath3050]

could work on a triton as well?

[@SquidIndustriesco]

Yes! It works with all balisongs

[@tomcruise8310]

so you only use it when your balisong has problems ?

[@big_smoke444]

tysmmmmm