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More Than a Knife, It’s a Threat Extinguisher. A large folding tactical knife with our manual safety innovation, it’s specifically designed for one reason: to say sayonara to any evil that comes your way in close quarter battle environments. The Otanashi noh Ken™ is designed by the venerable James Williams of Encinitas, CA. A veteran and martial arts practitioner/instructor, he knows cutlery—especially the tactical variety. In fact, his knife designs have quickly become mainstays within the military Special Forces and tactical Law Enforcement communities across the globe. So when SOCOM needed a larger, thinner, folding combat knife that was easy to carry and conceal, Williams answered the call.

Otanashi Noh Ken™ Black Folding Knife with Frame Lock 2906

The Special Forces G10 models share a unique design offering a combination of Carson M16 Series features requested by military procurement specialists. The dual grind Tanto blades were specified because they offer maximum strength. The open build allows two Carson Flippers to be incorporated, resulting in a true hilt— very rare in folding knives.

M16®-14SF Black Folding Knife with Liner Lock M16-14SF

Compact, Concealable and Ready for Action. Drawing on decades of martial arts experience and teaching combat tactics to the world's most elite soldiers and law enforcement, James Williams developed the HZ4–a close quarters battle knife made for the modern warrior. Paying tribute to the hira-zukuri–a classical Japanese straight sword–the HZ4 leverages the same powerful cutting power of longer HZ6 fixed blade, but now in a more compact and concealable form with a total blade length of 4.75”. The Japanese-style tanto blade is made from tough SK-5 carbon steel with a black coating for covert carry and is devastating when used for slashing and penetrating. The textured G10 handle provides excellent grip even in wet conditions and with gloved hands, while the versatile Kydex sheath can be carried discreetly thanks to a high-retention modular clip. An excellent choice for combat and self-defense, the HZ4 makes it easy to be a modern-day warrior.

HZ4 Black Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath 2924

Where minimal design meets maximum utility—just a little bit bigger. With a larger blade and a handsome stonewash finish, the Pilar® Large keeps the spirit of the bestselling original and the epic tale behind its name. It’s understated when tucked away, and carefully designed to punch above its weight when in use.

Pilar® Black Folding Knife with Frame Lock 5315KS

Serves and protects while you’re doing the same. The Shrill™ tactical boot knife knows its place on a mission: keeping you and others safe. It’s no wonder this fixed blade has the name it does. With a dual-edged design it seems to pierce anything in sight.

Shrill™ Black Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath 2075

We have produced Kit Carson's popular M16® line in many variations over the past decade. Our glass filled nylon version has built the largest user base of all. These knives are built for function, not fad, and they are exceptional values. Our new M16 ZLEK line uses our very successful InterFrame construction, with tough, textured glass filled nylon scales over a 420J2 stainless steel liner InterFrame and solid glass filled nylon back spacers. We assemble the handle with superior offset Torx® fasteners.

M16®-14ZLEK Black Folding Knife with Liner Lock M16-14ZLEK

This Blade Was Meant for Walking. A fixed blade tactical knife featuring two edges and one solid piece of hot forged steel, it knows its place—clipped to your boot. Crafted by A.G. Russell of Rogers, AR, The Sting™ displays one of the inventors of the modern knife industry’s attention to detail. After all, despite all his awards and achievements, he is first and foremost a custom knifemaker.

Sting™ Black Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath 2020

Refined, reinforced, and ready for anything. Melding the usability of an everyday carry with the strength and polish of a high-end custom design, the Italian-made Squid™ II Black is a bold reimagining of the classic Squid™ folding knife. It’s both beautiful and practical, with a black G10 handle for a stealthy, understated look. The Squid™ II is made to feel just as at home in your pocket as it does on display with the rest of your collection.

Squid™ II Black Folding Knife with Liner Lock 2496GBK

Made for the modern warrior. Paying tribute to the hira-zukuri—a classical Japanese straight sword—knifemaker James Williams brings us the HZ6. Hailing from the 8th century, the original hira-zukuri style blade was first popularized in daggers and utilized as a powerful “short” sword for survival and everyday use. And just like its origin, the HZ6 is purpose-built for real life warriors, only now designed to meet the demands of the modern world.

HZ6 Black Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath 2927

Where minimal design meets maximum utility. The Pilar® is a super compact everyday carry folder with distinctive minimalist design and an epic tale behind its name. It’s low profile and understated when tucked away, and carefully designed to punch above its weight when in use.

Pilar® Gray Folding Knife with Frame Lock 5311

The M16® series comes from a long line of military grade tools. Now you can conquer civilian tasks with this proven knife design platform made simple, tough, and affordable.

M16®-03Z Black Folding Knife with Liner Lock M16-03Z

Built by a hero, refined by an expert. Retired Sergeant Major Darrin Sirois channeled experience from 25 years of active duty into the creation of his original design. The knife world loved it. Then, renowned expert Chris Williams made several small suggestions. The revisions boosted the SiWi™ compact tactical fixed blade into a league all its own. This is collaboration at its finest. 
Darrin Sirois's charity of choice for this knife is the <a href=" https://purplehearthomesusa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Purple Heart Homes</a>.
 Established in 2016, <a href=" https://www.crkt.com/forged-by-war" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">the Forged by War® program</a> spearheaded a collaboration between CRKT and Veterans, inviting real life warriors to apply their knowledge and experience to design a specialty line of mission-ready knives and tools. In addition to receiving commission on their designs, a portion of the profits are donated to the Veterans’ charity of choice. CRKT is proud to offer this dedicated collection to support the participating charities on a national level.

Siwi™ Black Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath 2082

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