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product_id: 13519757
title: "CRKT Shizuka NOH Ken EDC Folding Pocket Knife: Compact Everyday Carry, Osoraku Modified Tanto Blade, Thumb Disk, G10 Handle, Frame Lock with Manual Safety, Deep Carry Pocket Clip 2926"
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# Frame Lock with Manual Safety G10 Handle for Superior Grip 3.625" Osoraku Modified Tanto Blade CRKT Shizuka NOH Ken EDC Folding Pocket Knife: Compact Everyday Carry, Osoraku Modified Tanto Blade, Thumb Disk, G10 Handle, Frame Lock with Manual Safety, Deep Carry Pocket Clip 2926

**Brand:** crkt
**Price:** € 1.17
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🗡️ Carry the Hidden Blade of Samurai Precision — Be Ready, Be Unstoppable.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** CRKT Shizuka NOH Ken EDC Folding Pocket Knife: Compact Everyday Carry, Osoraku Modified Tanto Blade, Thumb Disk, G10 Handle, Frame Lock with Manual Safety, Deep Carry Pocket Clip 2926 by crkt
- **How much does it cost?** € 1.17 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- crkt enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted crkt brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Next-Level Safety:** Innovative frame lock plus manual safety pin prevents accidental blade release.
- • **Compact Tactical Power:** 3.625" blade delivers precise penetration with legendary Osoraku style.
- • **Unmatched Grip Confidence:** G10 handle ensures secure hold in any condition—rain or shine.
- • **Discreet & Ready to Deploy:** Deep carry pocket clip for stealthy, everyday tactical readiness.
- • **Designed by a Special Ops Veteran:** James Williams’ expertise brings battlefield-tested reliability to your EDC.

## Overview

The CRKT Shizuka NOH Ken is a compact, folding tactical knife featuring a 3.625" Osoraku modified tanto blade crafted from corrosion-resistant AUS 8 steel. Designed by Special Ops veteran James Williams, it boasts a G10 handle for exceptional grip, a robust frame lock with manual safety for secure use, and a deep carry pocket clip for discreet everyday carry. Engineered for military-grade performance and backed by a limited lifetime warranty, this knife blends historical samurai design with modern tactical innovation.

## Description

Proven on Missions. Ready to be transported anywhere.A new compact version of the Otanashi noh Ken, this folding tactical knife features a strong frame lock with a manual safety to perform its duty at the highest level, when you need it most.James Williams of Encinitas, CA is the designer behind the Shizuka noh Ken. A veteran and martial arts practitioner/instructor who teaches special operations teams worldwide, his knives have become staples for military Special Forces and tactical Law Enforcement professionals. The new compact version is easier to carry, more concealable, and is the perfect complement to your personal defense tools. In use by Special Operations warriors even before its introduction to the public, this design has proven extremely effective in high-risk environments.The knife, that's name translates to "hidden blade", features a classic Osaraku style blade shape made famous by the 16th century Samurai warlord Takeda Shingen. This modified tanto blade design provides you with an efficient and effective cutting tool and shows up when called upon for deep penetrating and slashing duties. At 3.75" it's the perfect size for practical defense security wherever it's put to use.The Frame Lock with Manual Safety innovation adds an ingenious layer of safety to your folding knife. The safety sets a pin between the lock and the frame. This pin acts as an additional layer of safety, so the frame lock is less likely to disengage during use.To engage the safety, push the manual safety lever forward. To close the knife, pull the manual lever back, slide the frame lock over, and fold the blade into the closed position.The blade of the Shizuka noh Ken is laser engraved with Japanese kanji that signify "The Hidden Blade," an ideal embodied in the compact nature of this knife. The knife also comes with a G10 handle for unmatched grip and a clip that allows for deep inconspicuous carry. You'd expect nothing less from a designer who has extensive classical Samurai training.When you need a tactical folding knife that's compact in size but packed with defensive power against any bad guys, reach for the Shizuka noh Ken.Specifications:Blade Length: 3.625" (92.08 mm)Edge: PlainSteel: AUS 8Blade Finish: Corrosion Resistant CoatingBlade Thickness: 0.15" (3.81 mm)Grind: FlatClosed Length: 4.55" (115.57 mm)Open Length: 8.25" (209.55 mm)Weight: 4.2 oz (119.07g)Handle: G10Style: Folding Knife with Frame Lock

## Features

- Maximum Penetration: Powerful osoraku zukuri blade style
- Exceptional Grip: G10 handle provides exceptional grip in all conditions
- Brute Strength: Frame lock utilizes a thick lock bar to secure the blade
- Designed by James Williams in Vass, North Carolina
- Limited Lifetime Warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, see company site for details

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Recommended Uses For Product | Military |
| Brand | CRKT |
| Model Name | SHIZUKA NOH KEN |
| Special Feature | Foldable |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Included Components | CRKT 2926, Pamphlet |
| Handle Material | Fiberglass |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Style | Classic |
| Theme | Military |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Item Weight | 4.2 Ounces |
| Blade Shape | Tanto Point |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Item Length | 8.25 Inches |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00794023292602 |
| Shape | Tanto |
| Manufacturer | Columbia River Knife & Tool |
| UPC | 794023292602 |
| Part Number | 2926 |
| Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
| Item model number | 2926 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Finish | Coated |
| Material | AUS 8 Blade, G10 Handle |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Measurement System | Imperial |
| Special Features | Foldable |
| Usage | Inside, Outside |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Military
- **Brand:** CRKT
- **Model Name:** SHIZUKA NOH KEN
- **Special Feature:** Foldable
- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Included Components:** CRKT 2926, Pamphlet
- **Handle Material:** Fiberglass
- **Color:** Black
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Style:** Classic

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The smaller version of the best defense pocket knife made
*by E***N on July 13, 2019*

From the tip to the pommel, this knife is designed for exactly one thing. It is not a utility knife. It is not a combat knife. It is a personal defense knife. It is unmatched for this purpose and is mediocre for virtually anything else. So get a multi tool if that is what you need, or get something like the CRKT M21 or a Zero Tolerance or an Emerson if you need a utility knife, get this if you need a knife that will be happily neglected until you need it.If you don't understand why this is the go to for many, get this knife and just literally any other style knife, and stab it nice and slow through a roll of paper towels. This or any of the Osoraku pattern knives will glide in, where even very similar styles will deform the roll long before the tip actually penetrates.Quality note on CRKT: They buy best in the world designs and manufacture them with trash quality control. It is an unfortunate reality that they make the best of something albeit inconsistently at best. I only recommend buying CRKT knives in a brick and mortar store where you can inspect it or an online vendor like Amazon where you can easily return junk in case it takes a few tries. CRKT also has prolific counterfeiters. You can spot those easily by having hardware (screws, thumb studs, pivots, etc.) and materials (G10 but not the G10 CRKT uses, etc.) that don't look like any other CRKT knives in the line. Having a trash build might be fake, might just be CRKT doing junk work with no QC. Either way, expect a fair chance of needing to return one if you buy sight unseen.Which models: (Dimensions listed as Blade:Open:Closed)Flagship folding models:Again, NOT a combat knife where most use is utility. This was the result (at least the details that could be commercially released without patent issues) of the feedback and requests of door kicker types that needed an actual defensive knife rather than a utility tool that could be used for such. This did unfortunately (in my opinion) leave out the assisted opening and auto liner lock features which are not options.Frame lock, the best g10 scaling I've seen in a production model, manual liner lock, full depth reversible pocket clip, the full depth pocket clip does mean the Otanashi will bottom out in shallow pants pockets.CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken (AUS 8) (4.52":10.13":5.61") - Flagship of the folding lineCRKT Shizuka NOH Ken (AUS 8) (3.625":8.25":4.55") - the smaller one for when you have less pocket depthOriginals :the original with assisted opening; pocket clip and liner lock isn't as refined; overall build isn't as good but generally not bad; unfortunately the flagship models catered to mil feedback only and the assisted open and auto lock aren't options. An upside to some is the pocket clip is not full depth making it easier to grip with the thumb on the thumb stud from the pocket.CRKT Heiho (8Cr14MoV / chinese AUS 8) (3.125":7":4") - the original of the folders designed as an adaptation of the original fixed blade versionCRKT Hissatsu (AUS 8) (3.875":8.75":5") - Slightly bigger, flat black and less decorativeJust don't:CRKT Goken Tactical - Cool idea, but absolute junk quality build; needs major design overhaul; just don'tFixed blades:CRKT Hissatsu Fixed Blade (440A) (7.125":12.250":) – The original that started the lineCRKT Shinbu Fixed Blade (YK-30) (9.25":14.75":) – Slightly bigger, slightly more decorative, Gucci steelCRKT Hisshou Fixed Blade (YK-30) (13":18.38":) – Like Shinbu, but much bigger; short sword for close quarters; adds leverage handle to undesired personnel.Counterfeit alert: Avoid “Striking Deals” like the plague. They sent me a fake. The G10 was the wrong type, the hardware wasn't the same, the blade wasn't even sharpened correctly, the retaining dimple was drilled too deep, there were numerous machining defects throughout, the lock is stiff and the pocket clip is crocked. You often get what you pay for with knives, and I didn't pay for a rip off piece of junk. Lately sold by Amazon has been the best bet for avoiding fakes.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buy this knife!
*by H***Y on January 30, 2018*

The Shizuka Noh Ken is a great knife. I don't necessarily use it as an EDC knife, but it could easily fit that role. The tip is fragile and is not meant for anything other than poking things. It's the perfect size. Not too big. Not too small. Nice and slim. I hardly notice it in my pocket which is exactly what I was looking for.The blade is sharp, not shaving sharp, but slices paper easily. The blade is nice and thick. If I'm going to nit-pick, the primary bevel and saber grinds are slightly off, but I've seen that on other brands too, so no big deal. It doesn't affect it's performance at all and you can hardly tell.The handle is extremely comfortable given how simple it is. The jimping is a little far back to be useful, but I typically don't put my thumb on the back of this knife. The g10 is really gorgeous. The contrasting texture makes it almost look like carbon fiber. Very nice touch. The clip is deep, but doesn't feel the sturdiest. I'm not worried about losing the knife at all, but it is only affixed by 1 torx screw. This isn't a problem at this point.Deployment is super easy as opposed to other reviewers. Either CRKT fixed the problem, or there was no problem to begin with and people don't know their way around a pocket knife. The one thing is that if you are trying to rapidly deploy the knife, the depth of the knife in the pocket doesn't allow you to choke up enough on the blade to really get a quick draw. But it makes sense considering the deep carry pocket clip.The LAWKS system is nice. Easy and intuitive to activate upon opening the knife. The black coating has rubbed off a little on the pocket clip and a tiny bit on the frame lock, but it gives it character.Overall, this is a great knife. Aside from some minor things, I still give it 5 stars.

### ⭐ I believe its dangerous if you do not swing it open with lots of movement it could easily close on you
*by D***L on June 23, 2017*

Knife is extremely hard to open. I believe its dangerous if you do not swing it open with lots of movement it could easily close on you. Weight and style are nice though. Not for me

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*Last updated: 2026-03-18*