CRKT Hissatsu EDC Folding Pocket Knife: Assisted Opening Everyday Carry, Osoraku Modified Tanto Blade, Thumb Disk, Automated Liner Lock, Nylon Handle, Reversible Pocket Clip 2903

I bought my copies before the price jump (BidenFlation), so mine were an excellent value. Even at over $120 today, I'd buy again. Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) Knives are great quality, even the less expensive ones without that expensive CPM steel. This one is perfectly suited to carrying all day, it's incredibly useful, very easy to use, easy to sharpen, has a sexy blade shape, is well-designed, and feels great in the hand. I have large hands, so it fits perfectly in mine. If you have small hands, you might want a smaller knife. I mean, it's not that large, it's the perfect EDC (EveryDay Carry) size, but a 5" handle might feel big if you have small hands. I only wish the blade boasted 4.5" of usable blade length, instead of the 3.5" it actually has. Other than that? Perfect!

A lot of reviews had said they had troubles with the assisted opening mechanism, which troubled my decision with my purchase at first... but I figured what the problem everyone was having and ordered it; none of which is a problem with the knife. CRKT is quality built knives and I had my M16 for years until I finally lost it in Tahoe and ordered this one. I was excited today when it finally came and just to my sarcastic surprise, it works amazingly. Very solid, sturdy, and FAST opening. I immediately love this knife. Quality AUS 8 steel, razor sharp edge, pin-sharp point, and a beautiful gentlemen knife in all I think. The blade and knife are designed for one thing and one thing only: combat. The only work this knife should be doing is protecting yourself, and it has the capabilities and qualities to do just that very effectively in the right hands. **As for the assisted opening**: there are no problems with this mechanism, the reason people have problem is because they are trying to open it incorrectly or like a traditional knife. It works differently for a reason, that reason being so it doesn't swing open in your pocket and slash you open. You aren't supposed to try to push the blade up from the handle, you're supposed to push it forward towards the direction it comes out. Almost as if this knife was an OTF (out the front) you push the knob on the blade forward. If this still confuses you, look at the way the handle curves in towards the little knob. It goes a littles forward, use your thumb to follow that exact path and you can wedge the blade out nicely. But the proper way is to take you thumb and push the knob in the direction the blade will point; forward. Hope that helps people (also the book that comes with the knife has an illustration); and once again would just like to say this knife is amazing. Love CRKT, never had a problem with their knives apart from losing them, lifetime customer right here.

The reason I say that, is the market is flooded with so-called "tactical" knives of dubious value. In fact, there are $400.00 knives out there that can't hold a candle to this blade. James has done his homework here. By researching classic combat blade designs, he has designed his own knives that actually work for the intended purpose, as opposed to giving you style points with all your buddies. I know this sounds harsh, but it's absolutely true. This particular knife was designed to stab very efficiently, and also be able to slash well. As simple as that sounds, a lot of modern knife designs have lost sight of those simple facts. When you add in the price point, this is absolutely a no-brainer. You can afford to have several of these blades as back-ups, as opposed to one semi-custom knife. In essence, this knife was designed to fight with, period. It's not for every day utility use. It's not "tacti-cool" to impress your friends. What it's for is to stop someone who is trying to kill you. It's like the planets are all in alignment here. A knife that actually works, for it's intended purpose, and is priced at a point where you can actually afford it, and is readily available. It doesn't get any better than this. Update. After carrying this knife for months, I like it more than ever. Some have commented on the auto-assist feature. I just removed it because I like the feel of opening it myself better. With only a slight start of say 15 deg of thumb assist, the blade will flick open smartly. The perfect balance between retention, and quick deployment. After removing the "spring", and hundreds of openings, the knife smoothed out nicely. As for carry, it is big but rides well in anything from jeans to work out shorts. I have only needed to touch up the blade once, and was very impressed with the ease of sharpening, with just a simple wetstone. Can't sing the praises of this knife enough. Like I said before, it's not for a collector, or for style points; it's a serious tool for self-defense.

Klasse Messer! Liegt super in der Hand und war bei Auslieferung Rasiermesser scharf. Der Öffnungs Mechanismus ist brutal schnell und die Klinge arretiert Bomben fest. Sehr ordentlich verarbeitet, konnte keine verarbeitungs Fehler oder macken finden. Ist zu empfehlen.

Die Qualität an sich ist super ABER.. Es schneidet einfach nicht. Und das schlimme ist, dass es sich nichmal schleifen lässt sonst wäre es ja kein problem. Das teil kann praktisch nur stechen. Ziemliche enttäuschung. Die Lieferung war jedoch sehr schnell danke dafür.