CRKT Ripple review - Well designed EDC folder with style
1,425*** CRKT Ken Onion Ripple - stainless handle version ***
Overall length: 16 cm (6.4'')
Length closed: 11 cm (4.3'')
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm (0.1'')
Weight: 86 g (3 oz)
Blade material: Acuto 440, tempered to HRC 57-58
Grind: Hollow
Handle material: 420J stainless steel with bronze titanium nitride coating
Lock: Frame
Price: $80-100
*** Where to find it ***
USA:
http://www2.knifecenter.com/item/CRK406BXP/columbia-river-k406bxp-ken-onion-ripple-frame-lock-316-plain-acuto-steel-blade-bronze-handles
http://www.hrknives.com/crk406bxp-crkt-ripple-stainless/
Canada:
http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/CRKT/CRKT_K406BXP_Ripple_Bronze_by_Ken_Onion
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Excellent hollow grind and literally razor sharp edge out of the box
+ Very solid construction, secure and well shaped frame lock
+ Elegant aesthetics
+ Light weight (especially the aluminium handle version)
- Somewhat abrasive handle when cutting tough materials
- 1-position only pocket clip
*** Verdict ***
This has become one of my favorite EDC (Everyday Carry) folding knives. The quality of the blade, especially the fine polish and extremely sharp edge, are impressive and I would be happy if this was the standard in the knife industry.
The only things I can nitpick are the fact that the ridges on the handle surface are a little too aggressive, which makes it less comfortable than it could be, and the fact that lefties are once again neglected with the non-reversible clip. Otherwise it's a remarkably well designed and flawlessly assembled folder.
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