By: KnifeCenter
In this 2022 SHOT Show Preview, David C. Andersen from the KnifeCenter reveals the standout new designs from CRKT. Standouts include the versatilely compact CEO Compact, the robust and hard-use M16s, and the compact but mighty Mah-Hawk. New versions of older designs like the iconic Squid XM and the new interpretation of the classic Clever Girl into a kukri proved particularly exciting. Additionally, the sophisticated design by Eric Ochs, the Delineation, was another impressive inclusion. The consistent use of CRKT's user-friendly assisted opening system across most folders added to the appeal.
In a bid to match quality with affordability, many designs featured 4116 and D2 stainless steel blades along with sturdy handle materials such as GFN, G10, and stainless steel. The diversity in blade shapes, from wharncliffe to drop point, to tanto and modified tanto meets every user's unique needs. The video also highlights the brand’s adaptive approach to handle design, in line with the growing demand for deeper carry pocket clips. The items' designs were consistently well-executed, aligning with the brand's reputation for innovative functionality, reliable performance, and aesthetically pleasing designs.