Knife review: CRKT Fossil - A fancy yet functional folder
2,428*** Specifications ***
Length (folded): 10.7 cm / 4.25 in
Overall length (opened): 19.2 cm / 7.5 in
Blade length: 8.5 cm / 3.3 in
Blade thickness: 3 mm
Weight: 120 g / 4.2 oz
Blade material: 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, tempered to Rockwell hardness of 58-60 HRC
Handle material: 2Cr13MoV stainless steel and G10
Lock: Frame
Price range: 45-60 USD / 75-90 CAD
*** Pros / Cons ***
+ Shaving sharp out of the box
+ Comfortable and "grippy" handle
+ Smooth pivot, flawless fit and finish
+ Unorthodox style
- Annoying and loose pocket clip
- The serrations, although well made, are not as versatile as a full plain edge
- Unorthodox style (good or bad, depending on personal taste)
*** Verdict ***
This is a very unique, odd looking design. Often a strange design turns out to be impractical, but in this case it's pulled off very well. The knife feels good in the hand, opens smoothly, locks up tightly, and cuts nicely. It's made of decent materials and properly put together.
As long as you're not opposed to the design in terms of aesthetics this may be worth considering as an everyday carry folder or collector's knife.
*** Where to get it ***
In the USA:
Serrated version - http://amzn.to/1O0VtTd
Plain edge version - http://amzn.to/23UcYAl
In Canada:
Serrated version - http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00I04O4RS/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=390961&creativeASIN=B00I04O4RS&linkCode=as2&tag=skalyoutchan-20
Plain edge version - http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/CRKT/CRKT_5460_Fossil_Flipper_Folder_by_Flavio_Ikoma
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