I bought it about 2 years ago, and the knife's workmanship is top-notch, the blade holds firmly with no play whatsoever, either vertically or horizontally, and that's for the pros—now for the subjectively felt downsides: opening with the flipper requires overcoming a pretty strong resistance. For its size, the knife is quite heavy. In addition, this is the most uncomfortable knife I own—due to the short handle plus guard/flipper, I feel cramped holding it, and on top of that, the clip on the handle digs into my hand. All of this makes it an impractical knife for me, which is a shame because it's extremely well made and, in my opinion, very attractive, with a military look.
CRKT M16-03DB Folding knife
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Folding knife crafted by Kit Carson. Outfitted with a blade featuring a spear-point profile, constructed from D2 tool steel, known for its exceptional abrasion resistance. The blade sports a Black Stonewash finish, providing a matte appearance and minimizing reflective glare.
Equipped with the IKBS ball bearing mechanism for effortless one-handed blade deployment via dual-sided thumb stud or flipper, which also serves as a crossguard to safeguard your hand from slipping onto the blade. The integrated Assisted Opening system, powered by an internal spring, guarantees rapid and seamless opening. A robust and dependable Deadbolt lock secures the blade firmly when open.
Handle scales are ergonomically shaped from tough black aluminum. Steel clip (tip-up/r) allows for secure attachment to belt, pocket edge, or gear, ensuring convenient transport.
Technical data
Blade length: 91 mm
Blade thickness: 3 mm
Edge: smooth
Steel: tool D2
Handle: aluminum
Opening: thumb stud, flipper
Blade lock: Deadbolt
Overall length: 210 mm
Weight: 113 g
Manufacturer: CRKT, USA
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CRKT (Columbia River Knife & Tool) is an American brand of knives and tools, founded in 1994 by Paul Gillespie and Rod Bremer, former employees of Kershaw Knives. It gained worldwide fame with its K.I.S.S. model, presented at the SHOT Show in 1997 - it sold out instantly and tripled the company's production capacity. CRKT has earned a reputation as a brand that focuses on innovation, as evidenced by its proprietary Deadbolt, Field Strip, and Kinematic systems, as well as its patented Veff-Serrations. The company is also known for its collaboration with renowned knifemakers such as Kit Carson, Ken Onion, and Liong Mah, resulting in knives with unique character and functionality. Among the most recognizable models are the M16, Minimalist, and Pilar, which have become icons in the world of EDC and tactical knives. Since its inception, CRKT has consistently promoted the motto “Confidence in Hand,” emphasizing that their knives are designed to provide the user not only with a tool, but above all with confidence in any situation.
| Type | Folder |
|---|---|
| Style | Multipurpose |
| Blade length | 91 mm |
| Blade thickness | 3 mm |
| Blade profile | Spear-point |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Very good |
| Corrosion resistance | Medium |
| Lock type | Deadbolt Lock |
| Overall length | 210 mm |
| Blade material | D2 |
| Opening method | Thumb stud and flipper |
| Handle | Aluminum |
| Clip for carrying | Yes |
| Holster included | No |
| Weight | 113 g |
| EAN | 794023002171 |
| Manufacturer code | NC/M16-03DB |
| Brand | CRKT |
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Number of reviews: 2
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A... Review confirmed by purchase
A timeless design that I really like. Personally, I think D2 steel performs better than MagnaCut. As for the size, I recommend purchasing the larger model in the tanto shape. However, the new lock unfortunately does not work well; the button is very small and it's difficult to operate, plus the assisted opening spring makes it hard to close the knife with one hand.
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