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From the beginning, Columbia River Knife & Tool has sought out the best custom knifemakers, and we have worked closely with them to produce production versions of their custom designs. In recent years, we have also worked with bright young industrial designers, who have given our product line an entirely different look. We think it’s important that these designers are recognized and receive credit for their work. While not every creative new design has been a big seller, we are proud of our record of awards from national and international knife shows, and we expect to continue to provide exciting new designs. No, everything hasn’t been invented yet, and as we say, “We won’t make dull knives.”
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CRKT- CARSON BLACK HANDLE WITH GREEN INLAYS (M18-14KE)
CRKT- CARSON BLACK HANDLE WITH GREEN INLAYS (M18-14KE)
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CRKT CARSON BLACK HANDLE WITH GREEN INLAYS (M18-14KE)

CRKT Carson M18, Large, Black, Green Inlay.  The Carson designed M18 features a 180 degree circular pivot with thumb stud detents, ample friction grooves for sure grip, and the “Carson Flipper” which speeds opening and acts as a blade guard. Combine these with the unique blade shape and aluminum handles with G10 inlays and you have a powerful knife with a true personality.

The swedge ground, recurved spear point AUS 8 stainless steel blade with offers superior edge retention. Teflon® bearings at the blade pivot assure velvet smooth, quick blade action.  Handles are precision CNC machined 6061- T6 aluminum. A 420J2 stainless steel locking liner is inset in one handle, and a hard anodized 6061 T6 aluminum back spacer is used, all assembled with superior Torx® fasteners. Castellations around the butt on the handle greatly increase security and tactile awareness.

The M18 is available in two sizes. All models are available with red, blue or black textured G10 scales, precision inlaid into the handle to increase purchase.  The Lake And Walker Knife Safety (LAWKS®) effectively makes the folder into a fixed blade when engaged. Includes a removable custom Teflon-plated stainless steel clothing/gear clip.
CRKT- CARSON SERRATED BLADE (M18-14K)
CRKT- CARSON SERRATED BLADE (M18-14K)
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The Carson designed M18 features a 180 degree circular pivot with thumb stud detents, ample friction grooves for sure grip, and the “Carson Flipper” which speeds opening and acts as a blade guard. Combine these with the unique blade shape and aluminum handles with G10 inlays and you have a powerful knife with a true personality.

The swedge ground, recurved spear point AUS 8 stainless steel blade with offers superior edge retention. Teflon® bearings at the blade pivot assure velvet smooth, quick blade action. Handles are precision CNC machined 6061- T6 aluminum. A 420J2 stainless steel locking liner is inset in one handle, and a hard anodized 6061 T6 aluminum back spacer is used, all assembled with superior Torx® fasteners. Castellations around the butt on the handle greatly increase security and tactile awareness.

The M18 is available in two sizes. All models are available with red, blue or black textured G10 scales, precision inlaid into the handle to increase purchase. The Lake And Walker Knife Safety (LAWKS®) effectively makes the folder into a fixed blade when engaged. Includes a removable custom Teflon-plated stainless steel clothing/gear clip.
CRKT- ELISHEWITZ ANUBIS (1121)
CRKT- ELISHEWITZ ANUBIS COMBINATION EDGE (1121)
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CRKT ELISHEWITZ ANUBIS (1121)


Allen Elishewitz, the acclaimed Canyon Lake, Texas, knifemaker designed the CRKT production version of his Anubis (the jackal-headed god of the underworld, according to ancient Egyptian mythology). Our CRKT Anubis™ shows its lineage as an Elishewitz shape, with the benefits of advanced production technology.

The blade shape is uniquely Allen's, with a pronounced drop point, long spine and a high hollow grind, resulting in strength and cutting power. For superior edge retention, we use AUS 8 stainless steel in a non-reflective bead-blast finish. It is available in both Razor-Sharp and Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple-Point™ Serrated edge grinds. A gold-plated Elishewitz logo is inset into the stainless steel blade in the manner of custom knives.

Teflon® and brass bearings at the blade pivot assure fast either-hand opening, using dual checkered thumb studs which also act as blade stops.

The button lock gives absolute steel-on-steel lockup, resulting in the strongest lock possible. We have added a version of our patented* AutoLAWKS™ automatic safety, giving maximum security against accidental closing. To fold the knife, you must pull back the safety lever and press the button at the same time, making accidental release during vigorous use just about impossible.

Allen's design also features an unusual open build with a Zytel® spine back spacer that allows easy cleaning of the blade groove. Construction is stainless steel for the frame with injection-molded Zytel scales and an inset brushed stainless steel bolster at the butt. The handle perfectly fits the average adult hand. Dual reliefs at the finger choil aid grip, and make opening easier.

Everything about the Anubis shouts strength. It has the rigidity, sure lockup and heft of folders costing twice as much, and we welcome comparison.

Of course, in the CRKT tradition, all models come with a removable stainless steel clothing/gear clip, and all fasteners are Torx®.

This is a sport and work knife that is built to be around for a long, long time. Who knows? Like Anubis, it may prove to be immortal.

*U.S. Patent Nos. 5,596,808 and 7,437,822
CRKT- EXTRIK-8-R BLACK (2051K)
CRKT- EXTRIK-8-R BLACK (2051K)
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CRKT EXTRIK-8-R BLACK (2051K)

James McGowan is a professional firefighter in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Due to his passion for the outdoors, he started making "hard working knives" and joined the Canadian Knifemakers' Guild in 1998. Drawing from his extensive real-life fire and rescue experiences, he has designed the CRKT production M.A.K.-1™ and Extrik-8-R™ emergency rescue tools, based on the day-to-day needs of professional firefighters, rescue workers, EMTs, police Special Response Teams, and military operators.

The Extrik-8-R™ is a lightweight seat belt cutter and multi-tool. It has finger holes and grip grooves allowing use even with the heaviest gloves. It also has a rectangular relief which is sized to be an oxygen bottle wrench. James has added a simple blade screwdriver tip to one end, and Phillips screwdriver tip to the other end. The Extrik-8-R also has a hand-tied reflective orange paracord fob.

The model 2051K comes in a non-reflective black Teflon® finish. A fitted Kydex® sheath is included which allows easy carry on belts or webbing.
CRKT- FULCRUM FLAME (7406)
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CRKT FULCRUM FLAME (7406)

When Tom Stokes saw our Kommer Fulcrum™, he was excited about Charles Kain's cool patented* opening action, but he was even more excited about designing a new knife around it. That's understandable, because Tom is the co-designer of many of our stunning I.D. Works™ tools, and has a flair for the unusual. So he sent us drawings for the Fulcrum™ Flame, and now it's a CRKT production knife. The knife design is a study in curves, with nary a straight line to be found.

The 2.75" AUS 8 premium stainless steel blade is a drop point, swedged and recurved with a high hollow grind. Tom came up with a curvilinear CRKT logo that is laser cut into the blade.

Structurally, the Flame uses our high-carbon stainless steel InterFrame build with a steel pivot at the back spacer. Scales are 6061 T6 aluminum, black anodized, with radiating circular engraving and a flame relief on the front scale. The handle shape is designed to fit the hand with an extremely deep finger choil resulting in a wasp-waist, then swelling into a comfortable curved butt.

If your friends aren't impressed by the Flame's flowing design, they will be when they see the crisp click-click instant opening.

To open the Flame, simply press the left side of the frame down with your thumb. The blade swings out to the 90° position. Click! Then pull the left side of the frame back, gripping with your index finger at the choil, and the blade continues to rotate open and lock in the open position. Click! After a few openings, you can do it naturally in one continuous, fluid action, or "fulcrumation."

To close the Flame, simply release the stainless steel locking liner. One-hand closing is also fast and easy.

Model 7406 has a bright satin finished blade, liners, and removable stainless steel pocket/gear clip.

The black-out model 7406K has a non-reflective black titanium nitride blade finish for maximum corrosion resistance. Liners and stainless steel clip receive a spectral titanium nitride finish which shows through a relief in the left scale.

At CRKT, we've produced many eye-popping designs over the years, but the Flame is certainly the most sensuous of the lot.

*U.S. Patent No. 7,513,045
CRKT- FULL THROTTLE COMBINATION EDGE (1081)
CRKT- FULL THROTTLE COMBINATION EDGE (1081)
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CRKT FULL THROTTLE COMBINATION EDGE (1081)

The CRKT Full Throttle knife, designed by Russ Kommer, features a 2.875" drop point blade made of AUS8 stainless steel, .118" thick, with a Rockwell hardness of 56-58. The blade has a high satin finish, with dual ramped gold plated thumb studs and OutBurst assist for ambidextrous one hand opening. The 1055 carbon steel handle, 4.00" closed, has a Gun Metal Blue Gun Kote finish, with gold plated, file worked T6 aluminum back spacer and a frame lock. A removable polished metal pocket clip is mounted at the pivot end.
  • Overall length: 6.875in.
  • Weight: 4.5 ounces
CRKT- GLIDE LOCK (7415)
CRKT- GLIDE LOCK (7415)
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CRKT GLIDE LOCK (7415)

No, Jelly Roll Morton didn't own a Gallagher Glide Lock™ folder at the turn of the last century. But if he had carried one into an ornately decorated saloon, it would have looked right at home. Barry Gallagher designed the Glide Lock folder series in the great tradition of the personal folder from times gone by, with a nod to the classic style of the era.

The sleek look of Barry's Glide Lock depends on two modern technologies.

The first is the patented Glide Lock mechanism invented by knifemaker Charles Kain of Indianapolis, Indiana. It relies on a sliding stainless steel mechanism hidden within one bolster. Slide the bolster out, and it creates a tang to rotate the blade open. Slide the bolster back and the blade is locked open. To close, slide the bolster out and rotate the blade closed with your index finger. Slide the bolster back to lock the Glide Lock closed. It's fast, lightweight, compact, and secure.

The second new technology is the development of CPL composite materials. The swirls that result from injection molding resemble those found in natural materials such as amber, jade and mother-of-pearl. However, the CPL material is tougher, stronger, and lighter than those natural materials, and can be used both on the Glide Lock scales and back spacer. The variegated swirls make each knife unique.

Barry Gallagher combined all this into two slender gentleman's folders that fit comfortably in the hand and securely in any pocket.

The Glide Lock features a high-carbon AUS 4 stainless steel spear point 2.875" blade in a brushed finish. The stainless steel liners and bolster receive a vibratory finish. Scales are a soft coral swirl. The Glide Lock was named Most Innovative Imported Design of the Year at the 2008 Blade Show.

The premium Glide Lock Ltd. model features non-reflective titanium nitride coating on the blade and liners for ultimate corrosion resistance. Scales are a dramatic gray/blue swirled pattern.

We call these stylish and functional new designs "gentleman's knives," but of course, you don't have to be a gentleman to own one.

US Patent No. 7,581,321
CRKT- GLIDE LOCK 2 (7420)
CRKT- GLIDE LOCK 2 (7420)
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CRKT GLIDE LOCK 2 (7420)

No, Jelly Roll Morton didn't own a Gallagher Glide Lock™ 2 folder at the turn of the last century. But if he had carried one into an ornately decorated saloon, it would have looked right at home. Barry Gallagher designed the Glide Lock folder series in the great tradition of the personal folder from times gone by, with a nod to the classic style of the era.

New this year is the Glide Lock 2, with a 2.88" modified drop point blade in satin finish and handle with a swell at the pommel for increased grip. Scales are silver/blue swirled CPL.

The sleek look of Barry's Glide Lock 2 depends on two modern technologies.

The first is the patent-pending Glide Lock mechanism invented by knifemaker Charles Kain of Indianapolis, Indiana. It relies on a sliding stainless steel mechanism hidden within one bolster. Slide the bolster out, and it creates a tang to rotate the blade open. Slide the bolster back and the blade is locked open. To close, slide the bolster out and rotate the blade closed with your index finger. Slide the bolster back to lock the Glide Lock closed. It's fast, lightweight, compact, and secure.

The second new technology is the development of CPL composite materials. The swirls that result from injection molding resemble those found in natural materials such as amber, jade and mother-of-pearl. However, the CPL material is tougher, stronger, and lighter than those natural materials, and can be used both on the Glide Lock scales and back spacer. The variegated swirls make each knife unique.

Barry Gallagher combined all this into a gentleman's folder that fits comfortably in the hand and securely in any pocket. It features a high-carbon AUS 4 stainless steel spear point 2.88" blade in a brushed finish. The stainless steel liners and bolster receive a vibratory finish.

We call these stylish and functional new designs "gentleman's knives," but of course, you don't have to be a gentleman to own one. Patent Pending
CRKT- KOMMER FULCRUM (7404)
CRKT- KOMMER FULCRUM (7404)
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CRKT KOMMER FULCRUM (7404)

Just when we thought we had seen every way possible to open a folding knife, a prototype arrived from knifemaker and inventor Charles Kain of Indianapolis, Indiana, that demonstrated his patented* Fulcrum™ Action. It didn't take us long to purchase the rights to this surprising new lock for use in CRKT production folders.

We felt the Fulcrum Action was perfect for a sleek design proposed by knifemaker Russ Kommer, and so we put Russ to work integrating it into his folder, which we call the Fulcrum™.

The knife world enthusiastically embraced the Fulcrum. It was voted the Imported Knife of the Year at the 2008 Blade Show in Atlanta, and was given a Special Innovation award at the 2008 International IWA Show in Nuremberg, Germany.

To open the Fulcrum, simply press the left side of the frame down with your thumb. The blade swings out to the 90° position. Then pull the left side of the frame back, gripping with your index finger at the choil, and the blade continues to rotate open and lock in the open position. After a few openings, you can do it naturally in one continuous, fluid action, or "fulcrumation."

To close the Fulcrum, simply release the stainless steel locking liner. One-hand closing is also fast and easy.

The build uses our high-carbon steel InterFrame with a steel pivot at the back spacer. The stainless steel bolsters have a diamond pattern. All models come with a removable stainless steel pocket/gear clip.

The larger Fulcrum models have a 2.75" blade in a modified drop point style with a high hollow grind, made from premium AUS 8 stainless steel. For traditionalists, the base model 7403 features a satin blade finish, vibratory frame finish, and gray/black swirled CPL scales. For 2009, it is also available with pink swirled CPL scales by popular demand. For the more adventurous, the deluxe model 7404 boasts a black titanium nitride blade finish, deep blue titanium nitride frame, and wild blue/black swirled CPL scales.

*U.S. Patent No. 7,513,045
CRKT- LAKE SENTINEL
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CRKT LAKE SENTINEL
CRKT- LAKE SIGNATURE (7103)
CRKT- LAKE SIGNATURE (7103)
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CRKT LAKE SIGNATURE (7103)

When the older collectors talk about handmade folding knives, they always start with Jess Horn and Ron Lake. While it is true that people were making folders before the 1960s and early 1970s when these men started, those earliest knives were all crude or fine copies of existing factory knives. These two men were different, they made knives of remarkable design and quality work. Ron and Jess are the first generation of FINE handmade folder makers. They inspired hundreds of talented folder makers in second and third generations whose work will inspire yet another generation, most of whom would never know of either Horn or Lake except through their collaborations with companies like Columbia River Knife and Tool.

This knife is Ron Lake's first knife designed around the liner-lock which was invented by his friend Michael Walker. This knife uses Ron's Interframe patent, putting inlays into the solid metal of each side of the knife. It also has a remarkable version of the Lake-Walker-Knife-Safety (LAWKS) invented jointly by Lake and Walker. On this knife, instead of a thumb button or lever, the pocket clip locks the knife open and prevents the release of the blade lock until the clip is returned to the unlock position.
CRKT- LIFT OFF 2 (6820)
CRKT- LIFT OFF 2 (6820)
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CRKT LIFT OFF 2 (6820)

This new sport and work folder series embodies everything that we look for in a CRKT product: rugged construction, premium blade steel, good grip and balance, striking design and superfast assisted opening. All these qualities come together in a knife group that is also very competitively priced. We think it's a line that's really going to take off, so we're calling it the Lift Off™.

For daily personal carry, we also offer the slightly smaller Lift Off™ 2 models with a 3.0" blade.

This is a knife for those who want a bit of style and shine in their personal carry. At its core is our InterFrame build with stainless steel liners, one locking, with textured black Zytel® scales. The left scale features a stainless steel insert with a bright brushed finish and deep arrow pattern. In addition, both liners feature fine friction grooves at the finger contact zone.

The blade is a satin-finished modifed drop point design with a notched and swedged top edge and a high hollow grind. Blade steel is our favorite premium stainless steel alloy, AUS 8. The Lift Off 2 is available in both Razor-Sharp and Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple-Point™ Serrated edged models.

To give instant one-hand opening, we have incorporated our patented OutBurst™ assisted opening with the patent-pending Fire Safe™ mechanism. When closed, the blade is safely locked by the Fire Safe pin. It cannot be opened until the safety button on the end of the thumb stud is firmly depressed and the thumb stud is nudged outward. Just press and nudge for instant lift off. It is both very fast, and very safe, because simply pressing the Fire Safe button does not open the knife. You must both press down and nudge the blade outward deliberately before the Lift Off will open. Caution: When closing the knife, always press firmly to fully close the blade, and be sure the Fire Safe pin locks into place securely with an audible "click".

Lift Off models include a removable polished stainless steel clip.

Patent pending
CRKT- MCGINNIS TUITION - RAZOR EDGE (1160)
CRKT- MCGINNIS TUITION - RAZOR EDGE (1160)
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CRKT MCGINNIS TUITION - RAZOR EDGE (1160)

Young knifemaker Gerry McGinnis is not well known– yet– in the cutlery world. But he will be when the word gets out about his new production CRKT Tuition™ knife design. These locking liner folders offer the materials and quality usually found only in custom knives costing many times as much.

The Tuition is offered with Razor-Sharp edges or our exclusive combination patented* Veff™ Serrations for fastest cutting through rope, twine, netting, and vegetation. As an engineering student in college, Gerry thought his CRKT designs should be named after words that are foremost on his mind right now.

The Tuition™ is a compact and powerful work knife that is just right for shop and outdoor tasks. The broad sheepsfoot 2.88" blade has a high hollow grind that gives fast cutting, accurate trimming and excellent tip strength. Blade steel is premium 8Cr14MoV stainless steel in a satin finish.

One-hand opening is fast using the friction-grooved flipper, which also acts as a blade guard when open. Our stainless steel InterFrame build is exceptionally rigid, and features hand-shaped black and green layered polished Micarta® scales.

While stubby, the Tuition handle is shaped for grip, swelling at the palm and offering a deep finger choil that transitions into the flipper blade guard, plus thumb friction grooves. The custom stainless steel pocket/gear clip in satin finish is removable.

*U.S. Patent No. D559,939
CRKT- MINIMALIST TANTO
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CRKT MINIMALIST TANTO
CRKT- MINIMALIST WHARNCLIFFE - FOLTS (2385)
CRKT- MINIMALIST WHARNCLIFFE - FOLTS (2385)
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CRKT MINIMALIST WHARNCLIFFE (2385)

Alan Folts is a knifemaker and metalworker in Greenville, N.C., who makes a remarkable range of custom objects, including titanium chopsticks. His Minimalist™ neck knife has proven to be very popular, so we are offering our new CRKT production version.

Here is a very small and lightweight knife which gives surprising comfort and control, thanks to the unusual geometry of the full-tang 2.0" Wharncliffe blade, aided by three finger choils, hand-contoured green/black Micarta® scales, and a braided fob.

The Minimalist comes with a custom-fitted Zytel® sheath and neck paracord for inverted carry as a neck knife. Because the knife and sheath weigh only 1.6 ounces together, it is a personal carry you will barely notice.

Unlike many small neck knives, this handle is really functional for a wide variety of daily cutting tasks. The blade point gives excellent penetration, while the Razor-Sharp straight edge is perfect for scraping, woodworking and precision carving.

True to its name, this really is a minimal fixed blade, but it is also the most useful for its size that we have seen. And it's certainly a great value.
CRKT- NEALY PESH KABZ COMBO
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CRKT NEALY PESH KABZ COMBO
CRKT- NEALY PESH-KAB
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CRKT NEALY PESH-KAB
CRKT- ONION RIPPLE STAINLESS BLUE
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CRKT ONION RIPPLE STAINLESS BLUE
CRKT- SHARPENER 600 DIAMOND GRIT
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CRKT SHARPENER 600 DIAMOND GRIT
CRKT- SLIP KISS
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CRKT SLIP KISS
CRKT- SNAP FIRE
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CRKT SNAP FIRE
CRKT- VIELE WASP
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CRKT VIELE WASP
CRKT- WASP
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CRKT WASP
CRKT- WASP
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CRKT WASP
CRKT- ZILLA-TOOL JR (9065)
CRKT- ZILLA-TOOL JR (9065)
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Launce Barber and Tom Stokes designed the patented* Zilla-Tool™ Jr. as part of our innovative I.D. Works™ line of tools. It is a slightly smaller and lighter version of the original Zilla-Tool, which makes it easy to carry while retaining high utility.

The pliers jaws are spring loaded, with a slight needle nose taper. They have both fine flat and circular toothed gripping surfaces. Near the base of the pliers, is a very useful wire cutter, and also a notch near the handle for wire stripping.

You can store the two screwdriver hex bits in the Zilla-Tool Jr.'s handle reliefs. It also accepts other standard hex bits with the help of an adapter.

To open the knife blade quickly, just press the little "flipper." It also acts as a blade guard when the blade is open.

Metallic surfaces are bead-blast, while the Zilla-Tool Jr.'s rugged scales are injection molded black Zytel®.

The custom stainless steel clip will hold the Zilla-Tool Jr. in your pocket or on gear, or it can be removed if you want to use the included nylon sheath with belt loop and snap closure.

The Zilla-Tool Jr. can open bottles too, using the end of its pliers handle.

*U.S. Pat. No. D557,100
   
 
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