Crawford Covert

[ARtsig1]

Just received a Pat Crawford Covert Operator. This is a new design, I think. It is a medium sized knife with a 3.5 inch blade and 8.0 inches overall. I really like the design of blade and handle. The handle is hand filling and has a couple of finger indentions for secure hold. Handles are black micarta with titanium bolsters. A nice touch is the bolsters being dovetailed and a perfect fit between handle and bolster. Top of the bolster is slightly flaired and forms a hand guard, another nice touch. The blade is 3.5" by .125" and has a long false edge. Grinds are even and crisp, with the blade having a satin finish. Thumb disc allows you to open. Lock up is via liner lock and is tight with no blade play in any direction. Liner comes over just to the left of the blade tang providing plenty of room for self adjustment. Pocket clip allows for deep carry, just the way I like it.
Only thing I would change on this one is the size. I would like to see about a 3 7/8" blade out of 5/32" stock. I would not change anything else about the design, its that GOOD! In fact I will be calling to see about getting one with the bigger blade because I like the design so well.
Just my observations.


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Art Sigmon
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[redvenom]

Like the covert too. Once I recover from by present financial situation, I will probably get one too. A great using knife design.

Andrew



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"Praise not the day until evening has come;a sword until it is tried; ice until it has been crossed; beer until it has been drunk" - Viking proverb

 

[redvenom]

Sorry double post. Darned internet lag.




[This message has been edited by redvenom (edited 11-30-2000).]