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title: "Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams"
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# 4.52" clip point blade for deep penetration G10 handle ensures grip in all conditions Thick frame lock bar for secure blade hold Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams

**Brand:** crkt
**Price:** € 142.22
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚔️ Own the silent edge of tactical mastery — carry the Otanashi noh Ken.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams by crkt
- **How much does it cost?** € 142.22 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

- • **Lifetime Assurance:** Backed by a limited lifetime warranty—because your mission demands reliability.
- • **Grip That Never Quits:** Durable G10 handle delivers unmatched control, even in wet or tactical environments.
- • **Unbreakable Confidence:** Robust frame lock with manual safety liner keeps your blade locked and ready under pressure.
- • **Samurai-Inspired Precision:** Osoraku-style blade designed by James Williams for razor-sharp, deep cuts.
- • **Stealth Carry, Instant Access:** Slim 10.13" folding design with deep pocket clip for discreet, effortless deployment.

## Overview

The Columbia River Knife and Tool 2906 Otanashi noh Ken is a tactical folding knife expertly crafted by James Williams, featuring a 4.52" AUS 8 steel clip point blade with corrosion-resistant coating, a secure frame lock with manual safety liner, and a G10 handle for superior grip. Designed for deep penetration and stealth carry, this knife balances size and concealability perfectly, making it a trusted tool for military, law enforcement, and tactical enthusiasts alike.

## Description

More Than a Knife, It’s a Threat Extinguisher. A large folding tactical knife with our manual locking liner safety innovation, it’s specifically designed for one reason: to say sayonara to any evil that comes your way in close quarter battle environments.The Otanashi noh Ken is designed by the venerable James Williams of Encinitas, CA. A veteran and martial arts practitioner/instructor, he knows cutlery—especially the tactical variety. In fact, his knife designs have quickly become mainstays within the military Special Forces and tactical Law Enforcement communities across the globe. So when SOCOM needed a larger, thinner, folding combat knife that was easy to carry and conceal, Williams answered the call.Longer than the Hissatsu Folder, yet slimmer to carry than the popular Heiho knife, the Otanashi noh Ken gives you exceptional concealment options and superior blade penetrating ability. Featuring an Osoraku style blade, made famous by the 16th century Samurai warlord Takeda Shingen, it’s efficient and effective. Add to that the non-reflective finish on the blade for better concealment and the enemies of freedom will never see it coming.In hostile situations, the most important thing is to protect yourself. That’s why the knife comes with our manual locking liner safety innovation. Just fully deploy the blade, slide the lever forward to engage the safety system and its game on. When you’re done with your duty, slide the lever back, disengage the frame lock, and fold the blade into the closed position. The Otanashi noh Ken 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 mission tool that you can count on and can’t draw your firearm because it’s too loud, reach for the silent sword in your pocket—the Otanashi noh Ken.Specifications:Blade Length: 4.52" (114.81 mm)Edge: PlainSteel: AUS 8Blade Finish: Corrosion Resistant CoatingBlade Thickness: 0.16" (4.06 mm)Grind: HollowClosed Length: 5.61" (142.49 mm)Open Length: 10.13" (257.3 mm)Weight: 6.4 oz (181.44g)Handle: G10Style: Folding Knife with Frame Lock

Review: Wicked nice knife. Been eyeing one for years... - As a big fan of knives naturally this one caught my attention. It is purpose built. Not a edc utility knife. This is a god forbog you should need it life saving tool. To that end I think it's well designed. Aus 8 steel is pretty average but it's intended purpose it would excel. The point is needle like but feels like it is sturdy. The handle feels great in hand and the safety lock functions well. I'm not normally a fan of a safety lock on a knife but on this one it feels right. As for price....once you have it in hand you will know you made a good choice. Pictures do not do it justice. This blade makes most of my others jealous AF. As a cold steel fan boy for many years it takes a special design to get me to branch out to another companies offerings. And lastly it carries so well you almost forget it's there. Very deep pocket carry.
Review: Perfect! - Of all the James Williams crkt designed folding blades in the hissatsu family, the otanashi noh ken is a perfect balance of the blades design, size both the thinness, width and length. It rides deeply in the pocket to being almost invisible but when you slip it out and flick it open you see the size and just how "right" it feels.The blade shape and overall size put it very near any of the cold steel 5 1/2 " inch folders so it is intimidating and the eye see's it quickly. The framelock concerned me, as I am very used to the seemingly unbreakable triad lock on cold steel folders and watched a youtube video of the otanashi noh ken versus a cold steel recon 1 and the otanashi noh ken the lock with the lawks on gave in at 135 pounds. but this is more than strong enough for what it's designed for, which is to deploy it immediately and defend yourself. Compared the the hissatsu folder even though the added length of the blade isn't huge, but with the handle size and extra bit of blade it is far bigger, the extra length of the blade is all curved for a good slash and the point is able to go very deeply into flesh or anything not too hard I did see it driven through 1/4 inch plywood and it was fine afterwords. As I look at it now, the thinness makes it so easy to be carried and has no print really, some folks wish it had the auto lawks in this one but that would add a more width which is one of it's great points and manually pushing it forward is easy though even if you don't the lockup is very tight. If you like this design of knife and like a good larger folderdon't hesitate to buy one of these it is an awesome folder!

## Features

- Maximum depth: Clip point blade style for deep penetration
- Brute Strength: Frame lock utilizes a thick lock bar to secure the blade
- Exceptional Grip: G10 handle provides grip in all conditions
- 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 |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00BBOBEEU |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #516,616 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #2,089 in Camping Folding Knives |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Blade Length | 1181 Millimeters |
| Blade Material | Alloy Steel |
| Blade Shape | Clip Point |
| Blade Type | Folding |
| Brand | CRKT |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Package Type | Tamper-evident/Cushioned box |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (372) |
| Date First Available | February 6, 2013 |
| Finish | Coated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00794023290608 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Fiberglass |
| Included Components | CRKT 2906, Pamphlet |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Length | 10.13 Inches |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 3.52 ounces |
| Item model number | 2906 |
| Manufacturer | Columbia River Knife & Tool |
| Material | Synthetic |
| Measurement System | Imperial |
| Model Name | 2906 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Part Number | 2906 |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Shape | Tanto |
| Size | 46.5" |
| Special Feature | Foldable |
| Special Features | Foldable |
| Style | Classic |
| Theme | Tactical Japanese Samurai |
| UPC | 615251410401 097914370756 794023290608 090028568637 748040492507 769914092036 |
| Usage | Inside, Outside |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Brand:** CRKT
- **Color:** Black
- **Handle Material:** Fiberglass
- **Included Components:** CRKT 2906, Pamphlet
- **Model Name:** 2906
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Camping
- **Special Feature:** Foldable
- **Style:** Classic

## Images

![Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31-x5UEoSoL.jpg)
![Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/3128-pXMnSL.jpg)
![Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31K-gUAA0mL.jpg)
![Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31ock82IEgL.jpg)
![Columbia River Knife and Tool's 2906 Otanashi NOH Ken Tactical Folding Knife by James Williams - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31s089ZmgFL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How can you open this with one hand?  I've oiled it thoroughly, but it won't open with only the thumb stud.  The mechanism is just too tight.**
A: This knife is designed to be taken apart with either an  allen wrench or trox driver.  You should be able to loosen the front pivot point with a small allen wrench.  Mine, right out of the box is smooth and opens with a firm push of the thumb, no lube other then factory stuff.  If all else fails read the instructions, I lost mine somewhere, so good luck.

**Q: The description says "assisted opening", but I thought this model was manual opening?  Is it assisted or not?**
A: The shizuka noh ken is practically the same knife, but with assisted opening added. If you want assisted, I'd recommend that, there appears to be no other discernable differences

**Q: Will this knife fit in molle loops? I would like to carry it in the molle on the side of my backpack but can't find measurements of the closed width.**
A: Width is approximately 1 and 1/16 inches by 7/16 inches.  This is my daily carry knife now.  I consider the size and weight of this knife to be adequate.

**Q: I just received this knife and opened the blade easily. But I can't fold it back. Videos make it seem easy and it's frustrating the hell out of me. Any help is appreciated.**
A: There is a automatic secondary lock that engages when the blade is opened . It's on the back of the blade near where it pivots . Just press that tab down to disengage the secondary lock . And you should be good to go .

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wicked nice knife. Been eyeing one for years...
*by B***Z on June 13, 2024*

As a big fan of knives naturally this one caught my attention. It is purpose built. Not a edc utility knife. This is a god forbog you should need it life saving tool. To that end I think it's well designed. Aus 8 steel is pretty average but it's intended purpose it would excel. The point is needle like but feels like it is sturdy. The handle feels great in hand and the safety lock functions well. I'm not normally a fan of a safety lock on a knife but on this one it feels right. As for price....once you have it in hand you will know you made a good choice. Pictures do not do it justice. This blade makes most of my others jealous AF. As a cold steel fan boy for many years it takes a special design to get me to branch out to another companies offerings. And lastly it carries so well you almost forget it's there. Very deep pocket carry.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect!
*by G***G on February 27, 2017*

Of all the James Williams crkt designed folding blades in the hissatsu family, the otanashi noh ken is a perfect balance of the blades design, size both the thinness, width and length. It rides deeply in the pocket to being almost invisible but when you slip it out and flick it open you see the size and just how "right" it feels.The blade shape and overall size put it very near any of the cold steel 5 1/2 " inch folders so it is intimidating and the eye see's it quickly. The framelock concerned me, as I am very used to the seemingly unbreakable triad lock on cold steel folders and watched a youtube video of the otanashi noh ken versus a cold steel recon 1 and the otanashi noh ken the lock with the lawks on gave in at 135 pounds. but this is more than strong enough for what it's designed for, which is to deploy it immediately and defend yourself. Compared the the hissatsu folder even though the added length of the blade isn't huge, but with the handle size and extra bit of blade it is far bigger, the extra length of the blade is all curved for a good slash and the point is able to go very deeply into flesh or anything not too hard I did see it driven through 1/4 inch plywood and it was fine afterwords. As I look at it now, the thinness makes it so easy to be carried and has no print really, some folks wish it had the auto lawks in this one but that would add a more width which is one of it's great points and manually pushing it forward is easy though even if you don't the lockup is very tight. If you like this design of knife and like a good larger folderdon't hesitate to buy one of these it is an awesome folder!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great knife if you can sharpen knives
*by J***R on May 31, 2025*

My only co.plaunt about this knife is the angles of the grind from the factory... it could be a lot more precise... it was sloppy, but it was easily fixed

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