The CRKT Pilar: The Full Hotel Room Nick Shabazz Review

[@jespervoxnaes9028]

Thank you for taking the time, Nick!

[@NickShabazz]

Thanks for making the knife, Jesper. It's clear that your work is the reason this is a contender for budget knife of the year.

[@cixelysd4686]

Just bought this knife for everyday farm use, not self defence and I'm loving it. I really like the blade thickness because my knives tend to take abuse. The size is not an issue and the weight to me us a bonus. The price point is great in that if it does give out it is replaceable at a reasonable cost. I may just buy more as gifts. It's a $25 knife not a not a high end tool.

[@ItsOddball]

I literally didn’t sleep all night waiting for this review

[@omnipotential7551]

Please CRKT, listen to Nick on this. So many of us love your designs but do not care for low end blade steels and sub par QC. Knives like Nick mentioned, the Jettison and the Razel, I would include the Buku and the Fossil. I would be more than willing to spend high end money on these designs with quality blade steels,quality handle/scale material and top level fit and finish (I.E. not teflon washers!). The knife community will certainly make it worth your while.

[@michaelwhittman1956]

And you can spend more money on high end knives. Nobody is stopping you. It will cost more than $25. They could make it platinum if you wanted it but it won't be $25.

[@mrBDeye]

Most of the non wealthy appreciate an affordable knife like this.

[@Pyewack3t]

I'm not going to pretend to know how they assemble their knives but, having worked in manufacturing myself, I know assembly quality is greatly affected by the integrity of the equipment the workers are provided with. Imagine things being being assembled in an, old, worn out wooden assembly jig that allows parts to move about compared to a steel, engineer built jig. The worker takes the finished product out and his work is done whether the f+f is good or not. It's the companies job to see their infrastructure driving the quality

[@MFRiley]

@@michaelwhittman1956 Not too good with reading comprehension huh?

[@unsafesk8erm]

They must have listened because all of the complaints you mentioned were taken care of. The blade symmetry was equaled out, the tip is set back farther into the body, and the labeling on the blade was moved off the grind slope. It still has the slow teflon opening but it's not awful. It's been good so far. All around decent edc

[@microwavegommmm916]

They upgraded it?

[@unsafesk8erm]

@@microwavegommmm916 yeah. Everything I mentioned has been changed

[@unsafesk8erm]

Plus they added a thumb flipper

[@microwavegommmm916]

@@unsafesk8erm Thanks for the reply. Is the model you're talking about called the Pilar large?

[@unsafesk8erm]

@@microwavegommmm916 I don't believe it's the large. It's the same size as what nick is reviewing

[@pimpmyllama1]

I just bought a pilar for stupid cheap on sale and had no idea there were so many options for scales. You made my day.

[@edcknives4tony]

“What the hell I’m Nick Shabazz” I love it! Lol Really liking your reviews. 🤙🏼

[@eriktaylor5704]

Recently purchased a CRKT Pilar from Knife Center. I enjoyed your review of the Pilar and appreciate your balanced approach. I am looking forward to tuning up this knife and enjoying it for years to come. Keep up the good work. I would appreciate a review of the Pilar III if you are able.

[@Kyoko12345678]

Nick, I really appreciate high end steels as well but for regular EDC tasks 8cr performs just fine. I think CRKT might be smart to add a base and higher end model of their popular patterns.

[@jurilamprecht3643]

Thank you

[@levipatten1797]

Agreed

[@woodyenfermo]

The nuclear reactor joke has reminded a girlfriend I had who caught me telling a physics joke: How burps an electron? Bohr

[@comanche6943]

Nick - Very much enjoy your reviews. Hemingway's boat the Pilar (pronounced Peelar) has been restored and is moored at the Hemingway House/Museum outside of Havana. If you have the opportunity pick up Gregory Hemingway's brief memoir on his father "Papa" very entertaining, particularly Hemingway's gin soaked hunting of U-Boats in Caribe with a U.S. Gov provided 500lb bomb mounted on Pilars' bridge!

[@comanche6943]

FlamQ Dbltap Just googled to be sure ...from Wikipedia: Wikipedia › wiki › Pilar_(boat) The boat is currently on display in Cuba at the Museo Ernest Hemingway. The museum is located at Finca Vigía, Hemingway's former home near Havana. Hemingway left the boat to his captain Gregorio Fuentes. Length‎: ‎38 ft (12 m)‎ Owner‎: ‎Ernest Hemingway‎ Cost‎: ‎$7,495‎ Speed‎: ‎16 knots (30 km/h; 18 mph)‎ Where is it purportedly moored in FL?

[@kingtaj]

I gotta say, the Pilar that I purchased is much better than what's in the review. Maybe that's a sign of quality control problems, but there are some higher quality instances of this knife out there. Mine has very good action, even blade grinds, and the maker mark is printed fully on the flat of the blade. Maybe I got a later production run?

[@kurtgrates4964]

Nick, great review I agree completely CT should come out with a premium line with high end materials and better quality control. Low production would help the improve the brands identity.

[@blue.5058]

Just picked one up. Not only was the issue with the blade overhang dealt with, but they corrected the problematic lettering on the blade. I personally REALLY like this knife. It does most general EDC stuff really well and clips in the pocket rather unobtrusively. The weightiness of the knife is offset by the fact it’s so darn small and easy to carry. Going with G-10 or FRN would obviously lighten the thing up, but would it really be worth it at the price point? I DO agree with the ho-hum blade steel. There are so many better-yet-still-affordable steels to choose from nowadays that sticking with the bargain-basement stuff just doesn’t make sense. Then again the knife WAS made in China, so you know quality was not primarily on the minds of CKRT. But for general knockaround EDC use, you could do worse… … like the KABAR Dozier with the incredibly tight action and painful-as-all-hell thumb stud catastrophe.

[@thisgustin]

Foogie what's another compact EDC knife you'd recommend along the same lines with this Pilar?

[@usergonemad]

A sticky, slow action is actually a *big* plus in certain urban jurisdictions like NYC. I haven't sampled this knife, but if your pocket carry can be whipped open by an adept police officer who's chosen to bust your chops, you're going down to the station. I would never carry a blade in NYC that didn't take deliberation to open.

[@MohaveAviator]

Nick...I think CRKT may have heard you. I just picked up a Pilar today and not only has the logo has been moved forward, but the grind is considerably less asymmetrical. Or, I just got lucky.

[@samdungan03]

Nick I know this review is old now but I thought it would be worth noting. I just got a new Pilar and all the issues you mentioned are taken care of....... Give or take a little..... But the edge is symmetrical and the fit and finish is nice and smooth. Color me surprised.

[@crmplex1]

Hey Nick! I recently picked up a CRKT Batum which is another Vox design. My first order of business was swapping out the teflon for PB washers that I recently picked up for experimentation. I grabbed a bazillion different sizes so I could measure the Teflon washers and match them up correctly, and it’s a completely different knife! It worked amazingly well. It’s a smooth and free swinging as my PM2. If you’re ever gonna keep a knife with teflon, give it a try!

[@kashman2426]

I love this knife. The design is fantastic. The price is fantastic. I love the buttery smooth action after I took it apart and cleaned it. If CKRT is smart they upgrade the materials in a variety of ways. This knife will sell anyways. This is the 2017 budget knife of the year in my opinion. For now ordered 2 more with plans to make make scales and or modify.

[@briandelaney91]

I hear there might be an upgraded version as an exclusive at Blade HQ sometime soon. Im waiting for that.

[@priceeubanks9341]

Either there are some quality control issues or they listened to your complaints. I bought one about a month ago and the tip of the blade is farther from the end of the knife and the voxnaes is not on that angle anymore, and the grind is pretty symmetrical. The spacer is still not quite perfect, it's like they're rounded or something making a little gap, but it doesn't pop up past the scales anymore. Still heavy, still sharp corners on the thumb hole, action is kinda tight. Feels very sturdy and utilitarian. A nice knife for $25

[@CoolCforlife]

Only if ZT got the design!! i would love ZT to do this knife :)

[@justaamateur6533]

Yea, then i coud never afford it :(

[@user-uf4lf2bp8t]

Jesper voxnaes does higher end knives with giant mouse. Some of those like the Ace Biblio are pretty similar to this.

[@kyleburton7394]

And then charge over 200 for it. Yeah sounds good

[@edwardkane1978]

I love the Pilar, but I'm very disappointed that it doesn't come in an upgraded version. Still, it's a high value budget blade that's a lot of fun to carry. Good review, Nick. You nailed it, as always.

[@dantem5228]

i still can't believe you haven't reviewed the Ruike P801-SF.... bigger blade, lighter, runs on bearings, better steel, $4.00 more, and drops shut amazingly. COME ON NICK! DO US ALL A FAVOUR!

[@joe1745ny]

fantastic review. as a static sculpture incomparable @$25. mine in copper x2 the price and worth it!

[@joepavone5538]

You're videos are always informative and entertaining. Thanks, Nick. I always look forward to the good, the great , the bad , and the ugly. You should include a " murdery" rating for the knives you review - lol .

[@justinh6913]

I have the exact same knife and it has none of the problems you mentioned

[@TarBreehan]

Thats a gorgeous edge. Makes the knife look totally awesome!!!

[@tully667]

I 100% agree with you. Design 10, Materials 3. I was so hoping Giant Mouse had gotten this design. But to all of our dismay, CRKT got it. It had potential of a perfect Gem.

[@71spud]

Nick, I have 4 of these. 3/4 arrived perfectly centered. 3/4 have the full printing on the flat grind of the blade. 4/4 have the tip so far behind the scales there is no way to hurt yourself on it. And 4/4 have the grind is so even you don’t notice anything is uneven. So I think that most purchasers won’t experience some of the “bads” you did.

[@dragonswordstriker]

I just got mine and it has none of those gripes as well.

[@FreedomFox1]

The version with copper scales (at least copper on one side) is tempting... but then it's over $50. Still, always tempting to have something to develop that nice patina. Also copper/brass are potentially COVID-resistant (hey, I'm trying to rationalize over here. lol). Really helpful review, as always.

[@brose04008]

Try the Blade HQ D2 version. Love mine.

[@Jb429421]

You nailed it. I didn't want to buy an 8cr knife, but always wanted but didn't want to pay for those "pocket butcher" style knives. I just like the look of them. I did break down and bought this knife and am sooo glad that I did. I'm a bigger knife guy(not quite Kevin Cleary big, but definitely not NS small), this thing is so useful that it is making me reconsider other small knives. ...and that is saying alot! Now I'm waiting for a version with a much better steel.

[@Valheru808]

I bought a few for gifts, and replaced the teflon with PB. Like many others, i would love a higher end version of this

[@metalbass5]

Popping by in 2022 to say that I have yet to kill my pilar. Just stripped it down and oiled it with gun oil. Velvety smooth now. I always liked the profile, and it fits very comfortably behind the belt (between belt and jeans) for a secure carry. It definitely doesn't hold an edge as long as I'd like, but it sharpens in a snap, so...Eh. Side notes: I love the thick blade and overall weight because: 1. You can pry and jam and do whateverthefuck without worrying about your blade. 2. I have a habit of losing knives that don't make their presence on my belt very well-known, haha.

[@charlescollier7217]

To your point, Nick, Kershaw has been making a KILLING selling higher end versions of the Link and the Dividend. Same designs, M390 blades, but still under $100. Consumers get a good design with a great blade steel, Kershaw gets paid. Seems like a good business model, so why would CRKT not do likewise? Because, "CRKT just doesn't give a damn." Instead, they are trying to convince people to spend $80 for AUS-8 knives. like the Homefront and the Crossbones. They won't change until they are losing enough money, so I'm committed to not buying JACK from them, you know, to help them make better business decisions.

[@justaamateur6533]

Under 100$? Dont make me laugh, the fraxion is 50€ and the devidend in m390 is 118€ Okay this comment was sarcastic, those just are the prices where i live ;D

[@nvalley]

Super fun to watch this in a hotel in Atlanta

[@themawsjawz_9491]

"CRKT are a master of having great designs with poor materials and execution and don't really give a damn." (I butchered that I know) Sums it up perfectly. It's what's prevented me from a lot of CRKTs. Not saying I wouldn't ever buy one, because I love affordable knives as much as I love higher end knives. Great review as always, was really looking forward to seeing this one. Pilar definitely looks compelling to me, but the Squid looks even more so.

[@kevindavis4225]

TheMawsJawz TM yeah if crkt would sell some knives in the $80-$160 range with some better materials and better qc? They would be a force to be reckoned with.

[@rendog896]

Hey Nick, great review as always! I’m trying to decide between the Pilar and the Summit half dome in micarta. I can get the summit for $142 right now. Just wondering your thoughts? Hope all is well

[@knifetimestory]

Nick, I was on the fence about this knife, but after the review, I bought the large with the bearings, so the action is sweet. However, as you mentioned, the steel sucks. But, it was fun putting a new bevel and edge on it. I enjoy the knife for lots of unexpected little projects but wanted a better steel. So, I bought another one with D2. Looking forward to getting it and feeling the difference. It also has bearings but also has G-10, so I'm curious as to how well that performs and what the bearings are riding against on the G-10 side.

[@cap10random]

i actually just bought this knife last week while i was stuck living in a hotel not too far from cabelas. for $25, it’s a great little knife, but i picked it up on sale for under $19, so even better! :) it definitely feels pretty solid, but it’s not going to have the expensive fit and finish. my grind looks more even than yours, but the edge is not even throughout. still shaved though. also, 8cr13mov is not my favorite steel, but it depends on the manufacturer. kershaw doesn’t do it as good as spyderco, for instance. we’ll see how this one holds up. for a small edc though, i think it’s fine. and, personally, i love the thick blade and heft of the knife overall. i don’t need it, but i appreciate the beefy feeling in hand for the times i’m force to carry a small knife. i agreed with everything you said and i’m super happy with this knife for what it is.

[@Heizenberg32]

It seems like it should be relatively easy to swap out washers with ones of your choosing. But I never hear about anyone doing it. So is there a catch? Something that makes it more difficult than it would seem?

[@michaelwhittman1956]

I love 8cr but it's the problem I have with the knife? Which one is it?

[@cameronutt6383]

A higher end CRKT Razel would be awesome. Especially since the only reason I bought mine is because getting a REAL Graham Razel is pretty much impossible, and when you do find them they're usually WAY out of my price range (we're talking 1000's and my range is like $200-$400).

[@apeck84]

cameron utt I got one(crkt razel) for my dad he loves it uses it all the time, so much so that he rounded out the tip. I have sharpened it twice now on the work sharp lol.

[@cameronutt6383]

apeck84 it really is a great toolbox type of knife, I'd just like to see a higher end one to have in the collection.

[@joeslife1435]

Nick, I totally agree that crkt needs to have levels with better materials. I have been using my pilar for about a month now and I love it but I would love it more if I could get some s.30 v on the blade.

[@Jamarkus_Delvonte]

How does it compare next to a 100 dollar bill?

[@bebediavolo]

i am curious if anyone knows what the 3 dents or what they are called, are good for, and also there is a little hole there. Can anyone tell me what that serves? Really appreciate it!

[@jhonsenliandi1]

if must choice 1 knife,,,squid or pilar ??? thanks

[@1312020m]

Hey Nick, given a choice between this knife and the Kershaw Cryo which would you recommend?

[@hugostiglitz5032]

Is it one handed opening

[@lftd_stx]

Hello, I received this knife in the mail today and I lubed it up with WD40, and I have been playing with it for hours and it’s still not as smooth as yours, any tips on how to smoothen it up?

[@williamsimoninc]

late to the game but i have a current model Pilar from Lowe,s that has ball bearings and the blade has a flicker built into it now. i think they are listening. my blade has a ball bearing insignia and the number is 5315.

[@DJHamburgla]

To everyone in the comments who said they switch out their washers for PB ones, where do you buy your PB washers from? I want to order some for a few knives I have. Thanks.

[@mail2ted]

Here are a couple of links, until I get my Pilar and can measure the Teflon washers I'm not sure on the size yet, www.knifekits.com/vcom/washers-phos-bronze-500x197x020-for-316-pivot-p-491.html and usaknifemaker.com/folding-knife-parts/folding-knife-parts/washers-and-bushings/washer-pb-3-16-187-inside-hole-diameter.html

[@DJHamburgla]

mail2ted thanks man!!

[@mail2ted]

You are welcome, hope it helps. I understand the shipping is very high on small orders ($3washers/$9shipping +-), even so it's probably worth it.

[@IlliniDog01]

Nice review. Have you tried out the CRKT Crossbones yet? It piqued my interest, but the scales don't do anything for me and blade seems unnecessarily pointy to me.

[@CSLFiero]

you'd think with the savings from thinner stock and scales,you could throw in 15 cents of PB washers.

[@DANNYYIM1999]

Hey Nick, long time viewer here. Unfortunately my university restricts our blades to 2.5 or less, i was wondering if you could do a quick round up of 2.5 inch blades and what you think is the best

[@JPuckett89]

the assisted joke got me.

[@rileybracelin4274]

How’s the detent? I have a $30-ish CRKT that I can shake out of the handle, does this have the same problem?

[@ibanez7412]

Can't wait to receive mine next week!

[@ricktemmen6272]

Acysted ... Nice work Nick ... I love a good pun

[@Zibouloubloub]

nick could the uneven grind be an issue with just this one ? Have you seen the others ?

[@coctailer]

Love that edge!!!

[@listenup455]

You should check out the Tangram knives! Great for around this price point.

[@ALtheMage]

I'd love for them to do higher end version of alot of these designs. I still love the Squid, I think it is the perfect size for EDC if you aren't doing major cutting tasks. I'd buy it in a higher quality version in a heart beat.

[@MrParticular]

If Voxnaes does his own custom version of this named the F0 I would be all over it. I still love the hell out of my Pilar though.

[@stephenbarone4053]

I'm afraid that the qc won't be there even if the higher materials are. Also, the price point maybe ridiculous considering how much they charge for knives with aus 8.

[@markrenton4998]

What does Nick think of the M16 range?

[@MiguelTorres-hg1kn]

I just purchased one for $16 and its a great knife for the price. I love mine.

[@dfailsthemost]

Hey Nick, have you by any chance noticed a bit of a general upward drift in the price range of knives for which reviewers have zero expectation for fit and finish? In other words, what was only a few months back "It was $15, uneven bevels come with the territory" seems to now be "Centering so bad, when I looked at it I fell down the stairs..oh well! It was only $55! I'll just get another!"

[@dfailsthemost]

I do not mean you, btw. Your nits demand picking regardless of price so you're immune.

[@dfailsthemost]

I do not mean you, btw. Your nits demand picking regardless of price so you're immune.

[@mikeoconnor6537]

Hey nick can you do a reviewnon some kubey knives? They are a cheap knive brand but from what ive heard they are aftually excellent. Thanks

[@JoeLowe-y1j]

Price for knife

[@KR-vr3kh]

Nick, any plans for a CRKT Homefront?

[@TheUnaturalGamer]

What was that other knife at the beginning?

[@NickShabazz]

Klotzli ACC-1C

[@benwarren1230]

Can anybody help me out with the spelling of the size comparison knife? I'm at a loss trying to look it up.

[@NickShabazz]

Klotzli ACC-1C

[@David_Downs]

i got one, and I love it, but agree 110% that it would have been nice if another company could have put it out with better materials and fit and finish, but for the price I like it, I think there could do a premium version at one point and I would buy it. If he gave the design to Viper that would be cool.

The thing I hate the most is that back spacer. The Cricket (CRKT) large Jettison had that same off-color mystery metal/plastic* ill-fitted thing mashed into where a back spacer goes. Why can't they use the same stock as they used for the scales? Or even the blade steel? It's not like CRKT's blade steel is expensive. I could understand not wanting to make a CPM S90V backspacer... I want one in theory, but...I'd wait for a "sprint run". Webstores like BladeHQ have done CRKT, Kershaw, and Boker limited editions that do seem better then the factory originals. *I disassembled a Jettison and still couldn't quite tell what the backspacer was...Aluminum? Metallic plastic? It wasn't ferrous/magnetic...

[@bob_345-g3d]

Its your bog standard 6061 aluminum. probably one of the cheapest metals possible to use aside from tin alloy pot metal. That said, 6061 can still be made high quality, but it seems like crkt's use is a simple sliced off extrusion which is then bead blasted.

[@jamesmyname]

I noticed that with the Squid. It has a back spacer / lanyard hole. I used it to pry a cap off a bottle and chewed into it. I can't imagine it would be that much more cost or weight to use steel.

[@nebulamask81]

Can anyone tell me the length from the top of the finger choil to the end of the handle? Trying to figure out if my hands are too big for this or not. Thanks :)

[@andyrichardson6188]

Got one. Agree with your points. Surprisingly nice design, also fits my hand well. Thinning the blade some and dropping an oz or more off the weight would make a world of difference. No way I want to cut an apple with this ax of a blade. UPDATE: Not a knife I can carry. Surprisingly fat in the pocket. It's heavier than other, larger knives and is very wide in the pocket. Nice to look at. Not overly usable for me. In addition to the Techno, another similar upscale knife is the Spydie Dice which was recently $110. (I get that you can get 4 of these for one Dice.)

[@dannyb9140]

Just discovered the Pilar and ordered one. Very cool little knife, but could they possibly have made it any heavier? I was looking for a small EDC, not going out to wage war on the Mongol hordes. Cut the weight in half and it's a winner.

[@1974lordvader]

Danny B I have one . Way too heavy

[@ogChaaka]

Classic CRKT: Unique designs Half baked execution

[@DapperDanLovesYou]

somehow, this *Remote Review* is one of my favorites! XD Maybe it's because I actually enjoy Hotel Rooms

[@davidmb-1979]

Great knife for the price, I too wish it was available with better blade steel. Even cold steel is using ctsxhp, what a gem it could be...

[@bryanstone654]

I know you're not a fan of the Sanrenmu 7010 but it's $10 less with phosphor bronze washers and better fit and finish and much better action. So I personally don't see the Pilar as a gem... Other better alternatives would be the TuffLite or the VG-10 Dragonfly 2 maybe used. Or even an Opinel 6. Now if we're specifically talking about pocketknives with blades under 2.5 inches I've become knowledgeable about these out of necessity because I live near Boston. When in Boston I will usually carry my Three Rivers Nomad LTC ( 154 CPM steel, titanium and real carbon fiber which sells for $225), Dragonfly, Roadie, or SAK Cadet. Now with regard to CRKT current offerings I've handled the Drifter and liked it. It's not under 2.5 inches though. It's kind of a SRM 7010 without the stolen design issue. If someone had to have a sub 2.5 on a less than $30 budget I'd suggest the TuffLite or the SAK Cadet. Nick, I and I'm certain many others appreciate your continuing reviews of small knives and budget knives. Please keep it up☺️

[@chriselliott484]

so I have the squid and the batum how does it compare to those 2

[@2wheelflyer]

How do you like them?

[@Count_Smackula]

That boat pun almost sailed right past me. ಠ_ಠ

[@davisssamuel]

If it was maybe a $40 or $60 knife with a better steel (D2) would this be a gem?

[@JustinBarylski]

no left hand carry option? Sad!

[@carknelson5895]

I kinda wanted this knife but then I realized I own a Spyderco dragon fly

[@natas0733]

Dat mirror edge tho

[@eachday9538]

The makers mark is further forward on mine, sitting on the flat of the grind

[@MrBaseballlover6]

Anyone have input on getting this or the squid? Can’t decide

[@NickShabazz]

Pilar

[@MrBaseballlover6]

Nick Shabazz. Thanks for the help Nick. Was looking for a nice little beater to help start up my collection. Been watching for a long while and so happy with how often you interact with us plebeians.

[@superdeluxesmell]

The knife was designed for sailing, perhaps the heavy blade stock is intended to facilitate cutting heavy sailcloth if necessary? Cardboard and packages aren’t the only thing that need to be cut. 😂

[@Max1dollar]

Anyone know where to buy custom scales?

[@sputumtube]

Insanely, despite it's diminutive size this little thing is STILL not legal here in the UK because the blade locks!

[@sputumtube]

You're absolutely right mph seti - our knife laws are truly laughable. A few months ago I used a slipjoint to get some crud out of my boots and, predictably, it shut on my finger. I still have the scar to remind me. As an older man (57) I'm not likely to be stop-searched by the police so I excercise common sense and still carry small lockable folders. But legally speaking, I'm risking a fine of up to £5,000 ($6,691) and/or time in prison for this 'offence'. Nuts isn't it..?

[@bryanstone654]

With those restrictions are there still folks in the UK who enjoy collecting pocketknives as a hobby or do many of you just get a UKPK and leave it at that?

[@sputumtube]

Oh no Bryan. When I say 'illegal', I mean that only inasmuch as they're not legal to carry outside our own homes. Which, thinking about it, is equally stupid..!!!! (P.S. There's even a Spyderco UK Facebook Page!)

[@jimcook5707]

I love Spyderco designs they have some great knives like the UKPK, Roadie, Dragonfly but honestly look at the price in £ from a UK knife store and convert them back into $, all of a sudden they become a bit pricey and not so attractive. it's a shame.

[@googleemail7369]

Incorrect/incomplete information. It is legal to carry if you have good reason. I carry mine everyday because i need it for work. Last week i happened to be working in the copshop and whipped it out to get cutting. One WPC said ohhh lemme see that, my husband has same. I said nah love this ones hexclusive. She got him to send her a pic of his Bladehq modified one (addresses Nicks issues in the review) He has his with him for work and hes a drone pilot (???). Point is its legal to carry with good reason. Self protection isnt good reason if a cop searches you. So if going out to cinema, no good reason. Out buying your Christmas tree, and then lashing it to roof or tie down car boot with the aid of your knife id be happy to explain to a cop why it was on my that evening. Mind how you go

[@DEATHMETALRUST]

Its like a locking Pingo with a opening hole. Im very interested. For the price.. why not try one, huh?!

[@davisssamuel]

Will you ever do a Case XX knife review? I was thinking personally the Russlock. I realize most Case knives have garbage steel, but their scale work and just heritage behind them, a lot more than more of these smaller brands. I guess its the same story as Gerber, lots of heritage, not a lot of innovation.

[@hiboucanne5662]

case XX FTW !!

[@ggabe2865]

Samuel Davis their steel isn’t garbage. It’s just not stainless, it gets a patina, and it builds character. It’s personal preference.

[@davisssamuel]

Kempo Kid their steel is "surgical steel" but compared to something like S35VN, it pales. However, I had noticed the patina, and it does look vintage, if that's the right word.

[@leveluptech2985]

Nick has a Holden caulfield dialogue going on throughout the video

[@MatthewMorse]

To be fair, they probably didn't mark the blade with 8Cr13MoV because all those characters wouldn't fit on a blade that short. LOL!

[@TheDesius]

no idea why everyone is hating CRKT. if they did have perfect QC, amazing tolerances and great steel the price would be the same as spyderco and benchmade knives and then people would complain that they are overprised. if you want the steel, QC and tolerances of a spyderco then just get yourself a spyderco. if you want to hate on someone then you should hate on the designer. HE choose to work with CRKT. if he choose to work with ZT then you would have a better quality version. if you buy a midtech Voxnaes you pay $500. now you have a chance to get the knives of your favorite designers for around $40. how could anyone complain about that?

[@genoedcknifecollecter1538]

And we would be willing to pay spyderco prices then, that's what the community wants not this garbage.

[@OnTheEdge5950]

What a fantastic design 👍. Love to see a higher end model.