The CRKT Crossbones Pocketknife: The Full Nick Shabazz Review

Today, we're going to take a look at a knife with a great design and so-so execution, the CRKT Crossbones (based on the Jeff Park Bones Midtech).

[@ezraveno558]

I have to agree on just about every single point you hit. Slick knife, great design, and just as fast of an action as a higher end knife. Love it. It is uncomfortable in the hand after more then a few minutes, and AUS 8 steel isn't my favorite. But, here is why some of those issues aren't as big of a concern for me. I carry this as a gentleman's knife. That means it rides in my slacks or suit for 3 days a week, and only comes out to slice an apple, cut a string, open a package, or occasionally stab my computer (not really, but probably will happen someday). So its time in my hand is usually less then 60 seconds, and the tasks it needs to handle are rarely enough to dull it, even with AUS 8. I can get away with a sharpening every 3-5 months fairly easily. BUT, having it as a gentleman's knife makes the pocket-chew factor even worse. I currently have 2 (very expensive) suits having their pockets and pocket seams redone because they were feasted upon by the Cricket-Bones and a titanium WE knives clip. Still, loved the review. Thanks man.

[@Mezna539]

The knife looks cool. The pocket clip to pocket would drive me crazy as well as the blade steel shouldn’t even exist. Good video Nick!

[@BrentonCarr]

Never had a CRKT in hand that impressed me.

[@anthonylaloggia112]

So u saying it’s not worth it?

[@knifenoob5411]

Wish you could get all the knives you review from a retailer anonymously. You would be astonished by the lack of QC from all manufacturers! There is minimum quality control from most knife manufacturers. Best QC? From my experience Spyderco. Maybe there is a way for you to look into this. It is the elephant in the room for those of us not near a brick and mortar store. Thx for vid.

[@pawliemorph3941]

Mine has a great action, stiff detent, drops shut easily. It does have the tight pocket clip and hot spots but not bad for the $45 I paid 'open box'. I like the slimness, weight, blade shape.

[@aleach07]

"My hands were quickly covered in oil." Finally managed to work it into a review! Lolololol

[@mattadler4710]

saw this on a 24 hour sale and decided to look into it again in consideration of buying it at a reduced price. Glad I checked out what Nick had to say about it. Even at a discount, it was going for over 60, and there is just no way. Thanks Nick.

[@iamericlane]

I just recently became interested in pocket knives, and the crkt crossbones was my first purchase. Luckily mine didn't have the same qc issues as Nick's. I'd agree with that ergonomics is where this knife falls short. The long blade and slender body design make this knife not the best for most uses. When I want to use the whole blade, it's hard to find a good grip. Nice review.

[@rashid_art]

Hey Nick! Just love your channel

[@The4cp]

Crkt could be incredible of they updated their blade steel and qc

[@knifetimestory]

Very well done. Thank you for saving me some $ for a change. Usually I end up buying something on your recommendation.

[@ValentinPlotnichenko]

I was caught by idea of Gentleman's knife, slim and thin, classy looking, to be OK in suit's pocket. This was one of the options, but I went for Bocker Urban Trapper with Carbon handles. A bit more money, less of a knife, better materials, flimsy handle but it's OK for non-demanding tasks.

[@Verus3]

I agree with all your points except the pocket clip issue. I find it easy to put in and pull out of the pocket. Everything else you said, especially about the lock up, was on point.

[@Tyler-sl6vg]

I also do not agree with the pocket clip issue. I think Nick was a little hard on this one overall. Not to knock the review but if you like the look of it at all you will love this knife once you buy it. My lock up is about 50% after hundreds of flicks - there's a little stick but I'm sure that's gone if I throw some oil on it. Just like when I got my PM2.

[@Callsign_Neuro]

Hate It or love it, It’s low profile and practical for concealed and defense applications. My father got this for me for my 18th birthday, and I carry it every Sunday in my dress clothes.

[@darthblade2016]

I do not have the lock stick problem yours does, but i agree with a lot of your other points for sure, especially when it comes to price. The CRKT Avant is a perfect example, great looks with a crappy steel. I can get a Civivi knife that is similar in a lot of ways, but has the better steel and i am 99% certain it will have a better action. I traded for my Crossbones and the value i sent was around $50, so im happy with the price i got, but would never get it for $70.

[@ocomegashadowstacking5886]

Really awesome crkt knife,

[@nsragan1971]

I think you nailed it. Great design, visually looks good, but the production and build was done poorly. Especially for the price, no way I'm playing $60+ for that quality.

[@Tankman333]

i was taken by the design and just feel me looks but it can't be done by looking at pictures i'll never learn

[@MrJohn714]

It looks better closed than open and I have to agree with you on the rest of the points also.

[@curve5746]

I absolutely love. This knife but I can't do it with garbage steel.

[@Spitsz01]

Good to hear you compare with the Ruike. Much better knife for less. The Ruike P121 G is far better. CRKT goes up and down in my opinion.I must say I love the Fossil.

[@cheaperthanyouthink2646]

I’d be lying if I said I didn’t laugh my ass off when Nick said “Onterio rat number 1… oh my God”

[@stilettopicasso]

you are so entertaining bro

[@ramenoodle7853]

i have it and do like it but nicks right no amount of diy finishing work can help the lockstick, the centering, or the "dropshutittude". im interested to see if their expensive m390/ti version is better.

[@ironrangerw6r1]

I actully picked one of these up the other day and I haven't experienced any lock stick. I wish the blade would have been at least an S30v and was hesitant because of the AUS8 but I went for it on pur aesthetic.

[@LTT.Official]

Should have weighed it with the blade open, the air pressing down on it gives a bit more weight.

[@NickShabazz]

I think you're... misunderstanding some things.

[@LTT.Official]

That's how air works, it's just physics, air has weight so larger surface area equals more weight.

[@LTT.Official]

@nick sweeney best.....reply....ever

[@err0ify]

Teach yourself about the Pascal's principle and what weight and pressure really are.

[@drameday]

CRKT... I can’t decide if they make interesting budget knives or flashy gas station junk knives.

[@9unslin9er]

The James Williams Hissatsu is probably one of the greatest combat folders ever made. That knife is all business.

[@edwardblack7133]

It’s a great letter opener in the luxury price point

[@JustIn-op6oy]

Honestly, these wouldn't be so bad if the steel was run a bit harder. It seems that the OEMs for CRKT are going softer than ideal based on the admittedly limited testing results I've seen.

[@BCMZ]

I like it, only one problem...if i clip it on my left pocket the blade cut my fingher in some situation.

[@EvelynDayless]

I think this is the knife I was thinking of getting (I thought it was 50$ though so maybe it was a different crkt) before just deciding to spend more than I should on a 940-1.

[@jtoth1995]

“Hey everybody, Nick here” *picks up knife* “And today I’ve got a review of this very-“ *LOCK STICK* Nope.

[@johobo2038]

I’ve been seeing card board testing that shows aus8 performing with d2 easily and even with some m390 class steels depending on manufacturer. At least aus8 on the rat knives.

[@thomash4578]

I think that AUS 8 is just fine. It sharpens easy and quick and can take a great edge. However, AUS 8 knives should not be priced high. It is a budget steel and needs to be priced accordingly. But for my ordnary life cutting ordnary things in ordnary ways. AUS 8 is good enough. But not at this price

[@franciscomagallon3364]

I feel stupid for buying this today I'm returning it tomorrow

[@9frankg]

That Crossbones caught my eye in a local outdoor shop. Picked it up looked at the price and expected at least 8cr. Read AUS8 steel, tasted acid in my mouth and put it back laughing.

[@christopher7398]

Frank Gumpert you can get these for like 50 bucks online. You’re never going to get a good price from local shops.

[@jojojaykay]

I know two bones that have nothing to do with this knife that I would LOVE to cross with you, Knife Daddy ;)

[@avtomat.t]

Tf

[@edmondje]

I know a late lockup is bad, but just realized I don't know why. So, why? Just because it's harder to unlock or is there a safety issue?

[@valkyriesurvives5109]

It doesn't have much room to wear in

[@BladeBanter]

I had thought that it was the M390 version until I heard AUS8. Wonder about the difference on that one.

[@NickShabazz]

Wait approximately 2 hours!

[@BladeBanter]

@@NickShabazz Oh ho very nice.

[@myquickjab2098]

This is a nice slick knife but don't think the price is worth

[@madrabbit9007]

Thanks for this review. I want a quality pocket knife with good steel and will hold an edge for a long time. Not buying this thanks to you.

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Minimum steel would be VG-10. Stainless liners and G10 over lays. Oh well. Good call Nick.

[@calj4692]

The future is now old man.... It's called titanium and m390..

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

@@calj4692 Top drawer materials for sure- but dream on at the current price point. Aluminum and cf don't have anything in common. Same as M390 and 154CM are distant cousins. Why not SV90 and moku ti?

[@calj4692]

Well how about adimantium and pulverized unicorn horn with a little fairy ivory and mithril in the mix..... I said the above statement because of the new crossbones that was released in m390 and titanium. Everyone has there own opinions about affordability my obligatory cut off is 350 for a knife. But I know that not everyone can justify those price points Or can afford to pay them because of budgets and other priorities in life. My comment was a joke.

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Lol! My bad. I wasn't aware of the availability of powdered unicorn horn metalurgy. What's the RC?😉

[@sublyme2157]

Dude, I caved and bought a Broken Skull. Knives Plus is selling the XHP version for $60. This thing is so bad ass, and I don't even like wresting. Or skulls.

[@N0rthGym]

That lock stick is a REAL issue!

[@freedomvan2970]

Here’s how QC is supposed to work: you pull samples and record the lot that you’re sampling. You record defects. Then, when you find like defects appear too frequently, you FIX THE PROBLEM!!! If you aren’t trying to fix the root cause there’s not much of a point in QC’ing. CRKT won’t get my money based on principle alone.

[@brianf9619]

Imagine a Z-Hunter with AUS8 steel .... WOW , take my money now .

[@Spitsz01]

I agree that CRKT has to many lemons

[@9unslin9er]

I really wish they could have done a reversible pocket clip in place of the stupid lanyard hole. This is kind of a gentleman's blade. Nobody is going to paracord that shit.

[@HappyWifeHappyKnife]

Has Anyone Else Seen The New 750$ 10.4 in. CRKT knife

[@swampk9]

Absolutely brutal

[@dalarson]

For the price point, we can not get better then this knife. Canada Cabelas sale. Under 100$ I can never find better then AUS8 steel here in Canada. It is better then 420HC, 8cr13mov, 440 etc . Even it is better then 9cr18mov. Yes we can not compare it with S30V or premium steel which comes with over 200$ folders in Canada. Regarding clip and liner lock issue i can say you got bad piece , mine liner is at 50% / center and pocket clip is not on those edge. Its true light weight slim performance knife. Goes easy on my pocket, easy opening , easy sharpening and satisfactory holding edge for price point. On of best knife I own between $50-$300 range .

[@dalarson]

Only exception for S30V under 200 folder is Cabelas Alaskan Guide edition 110 buck hunter for $120 Canadian.

[@mattg6136]

Oz 8, ha, ha, ha, thanks Nick but i'm out. ATB. Thanks for all your good work. Still give my man a thumbs up though.

[@Dino_0317]

this or a delica?

[@failure2flinch876]

hey Nick, Just the Tip?

[@davebock5299]

"The ergonomic equivalent of ebola"... lmao

[@ricktemmen6272]

I don't like the knife or the price . Nice video Nick 👍

[@joeclark1129]

Played $37 for mine

[@rileybracelin4274]

Neat slim carry, but it seems like there are better options everywhere. Also, ikbs is a bitch

[@seal7144]

I love Tennessee knife laws.

[@jfnurod]

Well said at 11:14 most of us feel the same way I'm sure

[@sensei1326]

Just a minute late

[@dalecarpenter8828]

Its an over priced short folding fillet knife !

[@charlescollier7217]

The price + AUS8 is what lost me, because Ruike. CRKT and other American companies will have to PROVE they are worth it. Right now, they ain't.

[@joshuacarter2928]

I bought the crossbones because I was thinking about a Jeff park custom or one of the mid techs. Among all ugly nick finds the flipper jumping is also super rough and the liner lock bar is also oddly difficult the grab on to. Although I found this on sale for 56$ on amazon Ian now not going to look at one of Jeff’s knives simply because of how bad this knife is. Sad sad sad.

[@davidmarshall7752]

I like nothing about this knife.

[@mmanut]

After 1 minute this clown is so aggravating.