Some of the best designs and engineering in it's their class. Materials are not on par with your top ptoduction tactical knife manufacturers (Microtech, Benchmade, high end Gerbers and Cold Steel) but they are as good as imported Gerbers, Cold Steel, etc., and represent a fantastic value at real street prices. And the biggest of the M-16 line, like this 14D, are very versatile and useful, but easily carried in a pocket.
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I bought this as a supplement CRKT M21-14G so I would have something to wear with khaki colored shorts and pants. Everything about this knife matches the CRKT M21-14G and is great, except the grip. There is no texture to it at all, making it super slick. If you don't have glue on your hands or rubber gloves, this knife will slip out of your hands as some point. If you're looking for a knife that you can count on in a situation when you have to react quickly with a positive grip, this is Not your knife.
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This is a huge knife! It is bigger than I anticipated. For EDC I would recommend the 13 series vs this 14 series. Wonderful construction and protection due to the scales and Ti Nitrate on the blade. I see a lot of rust spots on the uncoated blades. I ordered this one due to one flipper thinking it would be easier to get my hand past the knife to grab something below it in my pocket. On second thoughts I've found it easier to open the dual flipper series and I can still get my hand underneath the second flipper easier than I thought. The two flipper knife offers better protection to your hand, too. This knife however is a wonderful piece at a good price.
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An excellent piece of hardware. CRKT usees outstanding material and workmanship in all their products...this one is no different. The finish is clean and consistent with impeccable fit and smooth operation. The locking mechanism and opening finger stud are superb touches, and the action from the thumb stud is almost effortless. A fine piece!
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This knife is well worth the money. Great quality and fit and finish. It's hefty but still fairly light for the size. It's much better looking in person than in pictures. I love this knife much more than the last knife I bought, which was a $190 Benchmade. Just an awesome knife. Recommend 100%.
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