ZippyLucha Handles
Widely viewed as the best-balanced Lucha handles, now in GF-Nylon.
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- ZLucha handles turn the Kershaw Lucha into a great flipper with improved balance and a smoother, threadlocker-free pivot system. These handles are optimized for the live-blade, and are widely viewed as the best-balanced handles for flipping available to the Kershaw Lucha balisong.
- These are not heavy-duty "EDC-Work" handles for heavy cutting jobs. These are light-duty handles intended for flipping, but are able to perform light cutting tasks. The handles are made of Glass-Reinforced Nylon, which is known for its stiffness and durability, but there is still polymer flex that could make heavy cutting jobs unstable. These handles are for flipping only. Do not use these handles on a "work knife".
- These handles introduce a single racewasher to each bearing. Due to the axial stability and contact area provided by the raceway, this is the highest-performance bearing system available to the Lucha. It will feel 50% in between normal bearings and the Zippy dual-raceway system featured on the Parallax and Cycloid LC. This system offers better axial stability and controlled speed compared with all types of caged bearings, and is comparable in smoothness to Skiffs and Tacos. Please note that other bearings (such as Skiffs and Tacos) are not compatible with the Zippy bearings--the large cage of the the Skiffs and Tacos prevent the balls from nesting in the raceway.
- Features a "Pivot Ramp" (similar to the Parallax), which improves retention and control on some rollover-based tricks.
- Positive Jimping for extra grip on ladders and chokers.
- Threadlocker-free pivot system.
- Weighted with Tungsten for adjustable balance ranging from blade bias, neutral, and handle bias.
- Durability: constructed from the engineering thermoplastic Glass-Reinforced Nylon, the ZippyLucha handles are built to withstand the wear-and-tear of flipping and drops.
- Channel handle design with hidden zen pins and extension spacers.
- This product is not intended to be used with the trainer blade. The weight distribution of ZLucha handles is optimized with the live blade. Because the trainer blade is 0.203 oz heavier than the live blade, the trainer is not as balanced when used with this product. If you insist on using it with the trainer blade, it is recommended to use all weights installed to compensate for the blade bias.
This product is not a knife--it is a set of handles and does not include a blade.
Widely viewed as the best-balanced handles for flipping available to the Lucha.
Assembly Instructions
Balance Adjustment & Lubrication Video
Conversion Guide: Cycloid LC to ZippyLucha
Product Description
ZippyLucha handles (aka ZLucha) are a set of aftermarket handles for the Kershaw Lucha Balisong (live blade). They lighten the Lucha (3.62 oz), improve the balance for flipping, and introduce the high-performance threadlocker-free Zippy pivot/bearing system.
DIY Assembly Kit
You supply a Kershaw Lucha blade, I supply the rest. The ZLucha kit can be assembled in about 5 minutes and includes all the parts and tools you need for assembly.
Usage Recommendations
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Additional Information
Guys, this is THE mod if you want a lucha that flips well. about the only thing it doesn’t do is sound good, but that’s the nature of the beast as far as plastic handles go. they are quite durable, long, grippy, and tactile feeling. the balance is quite nice, and these handles turned my lucha into a balisong i flip often rather than leaving it on my desk.
Fit and finish are perfect. Love how they make the Lucha feel better in the hand. Definitely recommend these
These handles are fantastic 👌 Bravo zippybalisong.com!!! I have a set of flytanium handles also for a different Kershaw Lucha but the zippybalisong.com handles are really hard to beat. Top notch for sure 👌 👍 👏 I actually bought 2 sets of Zippy lucha handles and I'm glad I did they turned out great!! I would definitely buy another set after seeing just how good these handles really are.
I just assembled my lucha handles and I'm really impressed these things absolutely fly 🪰 fantastic upgrade for the lucha and highly advised. Great job zippybalisong.com!! Bravo! Here's some pictures of my luchas...
Assmebly is a piece of cake. Surprisingly Durable, Color pops. Only problem are the printer lines from the 3D Printing Process, but you won't really notice or care if you aren't familiar with that type of thing.
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International shipping
International Shipping
Zippy ships international, but the buyer accepts the risk for lost, damaged, or seized packages-it is the customer's responsibility to comply with all local laws and regulations when importing and using this product. It is the customer's responsibilities to be aware of all import requirements when ordering, including but not limited to paying customs/import/duty fees. All international customers: it is your responsibility to looking up your country's customs requirements when you order to ensure you are in compliance, and interface with your country's customs and pay all associated fees if necessary.
For EU customers, be advised that customs will apply a VAT fee of approximately 30€ for importing products that exceed 100€. This is subject to change depending on up-to-date EU regulations; it is the customer's responsibility to verify this at the time of your purchase.
For questions and concerns (looking at you, Aussies), please contact me at zippybalisong@gmail.com. If the Zippy is shipped in 2 packages, you will need to assemble the trainer following these instructions:
My package hasn't arrived, or my package is lost; what should I do?
Noooooo! Don't panic yet. So far I've never actually had a package get lost in the mail, although delays with USPS aren't unheard of, especially if the shipping is international. If you're a US-customer and your package is lost in the mail, appears lost in the mail, or was marked delivered but wasn't actually delivered, call the USPS immediately (1-800-275-8777)**. The faster they get on the case, the more likely you'll reach a timely resolution and get your Zippy ASAP. You can email me about it, but once I ship it out, I don't have access to any additional information that you don't--I'm just going to refer you to call the shipping carrier for resolution.
If you are an international customer and your package hasn't arrived yet, contact your local postal service that interfaces with USPS to evaluate the situation--worst case scenario you may need to reach out to customs to see if your package made it through or was seized. It is the customer's responsibility to comply with all local laws and regulations when importing my products.
Hopefully your package is just delayed (this has always been the case historically when a package appears lost), but if it is actually lost in the mail, I'm very sorry. Believe it or not, it's just as heartbreaking for me as it is for you, since I make every balisong myself and put a lot of love into each one. Unfortunately, I am unable to take responsibility for packages that get lost in the mail (or seized by customs). I offer a variety of shipping options which have different levels of pricing and reliability/risk, and it's up to you to choose what is best for you. I am unable to replace lost packages for free, since each product takes me a considerable amount of time and financial investment to make; I'm not a big Amazon company that manufactures their stuff overseas. Thank you for understanding.
Warranty & Returns
Warranty
If part of the Zippy breaks within 1 year of purchase and it affects functionality, I will replace it for free. Contact me at zippybalisong@gmail.com
In order to qualify for this policy, the issue must affect the function of the unit. Normal wear and tear (including scratches and dings caused by repeated impact) is not covered by this warranty unless it affects the functionality of the balisong or I determine it to be the result of a manufacturing defect.
Return Policy
Thank you so much for considering my products. I am a one-man shop, so unfortunately I am unable to accept returns or refund requests. I appreciate your understanding and support for my small business.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer
Zippy Balisong LLC modifications are aftermarket mods that the customer installs themselves. The mods do not include a knife or trainer, and it is the customer's responsibility to follow the assembly instructions (listed on each product page) when installing the aftermarket Zippy mods. If you have any questions during the assembly process whatsoever, do not hesitate to contact me for clarification (zippybalisong@gmail.com). Improper installation can lead to property damage and injury, and the onus is on the customer to abide by safe practices when assembling and using these products--any injuries or damage to the customer's knife/trainer or other property during the assembly process or use of the balisong is the responsibility of the customer. Balisongs (whether trainers or knives with a sharp edge) carry inherent risks, and it is the customer's responsibility to operate all Zippy-modded balisongs in a safe and responsible manner to themselves, and everyone around them, including pets and property. To ensure safety, the customer must verify proper hardware tightness (including threadlock and installation), structural integrity of the balisong and all installed mods, and function of the balisong and all modifications prior to each use. It is the customer's responsibility to read the entire product description for each Zippy product they use to ensure they are using the product within recommended guidelines (for example, per the product desccription: the ZippyLucha should not be used at a functional work knife or manipulated over hard surfaces such as concrete). It is the customer's responsibility to comply with all international, federal, and local laws and regulations when importing and using these products.
Zippers, Cycloids, and Diode's are not real knives. These products are balisong trainers, not real knives. The blades are made of plastic, weighted with tungsten. This is not a weapon or a cutting tool and is used for recreation and training only. It is the customer's responsibility to comply with all international, federal, and local laws and regulations when importing and using these products.
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