CRK Slipjoint.....!!!

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Can anyone who has a regular production sample measure the blade length? What is it, measured from the handle to tip? The original specs were 3.123" and that is what the CR website says, but I have seen claims of 3".

 

Do you happen to have a screenshot of it saying 3"? I recalled seeing 3.123" and that's what it says now as well. Never seen it being listed at 3" on the site although I've heard the comments from Bill and Tim saying it's 3".

 

Remember though, Tim did say these are prototypes.

 

I just hope they do the right thing, fix the blade length and make it 3.25" or so.

 

i know its a stupid question but... so exactly how is blade length determined.

 

It can vary by jurisdiction and/or the person doing the measuring. Some measure the edge and some measure where the handle ends to the tip.

 

my guess for law enforcement.... from where the handle ends to the end of the blade (the point) which would be the simplest and quickest and longest measurement

 

I believe that is the standard way of doing it. Edge can vary considerably form blade length, such as blades with choils. The laws are based on penetration capability. The theory being a 3" or less blade is not as lethal.

 

But apparently I can take down an airplane with the little knife-shaped thingy on my nail clippers (at least according to the security agent).

It’s a messed up world we live in, and there is no right answer. Myself I would consider a 2.5” blade completely lethal. Anything that can slice through the first layer of clothing, or make it into the major veins is pretty much dangerous, so in many ways I think the whole blade-length policy is completely dumb. Smaller knives are just as lethal, and much easier to conceal, so the whole argument is really backwards and bunk. Sounds like too many town councillors and arm-chair enforcement officers sitting around their desks dreaming up draft legislation where none is really needed.

 

It really is a shame that these are so expensive. I bet at $250 they wouldnt be able to keep them in stock. Not hating on CRK. I have owned a few and they were all exceptional, but I just dont see how these can cost $450.

 

People are used to a non-locking knife costing less than a comparable locking knife. This knife turns the trend around, which is more than a little bit surprising. I would imagine there are some things that make this knife unique, and possibly very interesting, but I personally am not seeing it. And, while I could buy the "expensive to make" argument for a framelock, I find it hard to swallow with a traditionally-styled knife.

 

While I get what you're saying you can make this argument about all of CRK's knives. You can get all sorts of locking knives for $20 if you wanted and plenty of titanium framelocks under $200. The same reason that drives someone to pay $450 for a CRK when they can get a Kizer for much cheaper can apply to someone who'd want to own an Impinda.

 

@bhyde

I understand the “cost to make” factor. If I was going to drop that much coin on a slippy I would gp for a fully hand made one like a TA Davison (which would likely cast more than $450)

I saw a video review and the guy showed things like the back spring not being flush with the handles and a gritty action. To me and only me, the price doesnt match the item. Now I can honestly say I havent held one and once I do, my opinion could change. It could also be that for the first few runs they were dialing in the processes and that the action and backspring issues will be resolved.

Ultimately items value are determined by the buyer. Some will think it is worth $450 and some wont. I got nothin but love for CRK and respect that they are innovating. This knife is going to cause other makers to get on the modern slipjoint train and that is going to be really good for the knife industry!

 

I'll pay more for a well-made frame lock from CRK simply because many other companies can't make a frame lock to the same standard. I don't see that same "value" in a CRK slipjoint.

I will admit I like the looks of the Impinda, but I'd probably sooner buy a Kizer ZipSlip myself.

 

I also think the old school nail nick doesnt do the design justice. An Mnandi style nick or a fuller would look way better and still function to provide some friction for a pinch open, which seems to me the way most people would open this model

 

I agree that is probably the biggest reason I don't have a lot of interest in this.

 

My impinda absolutely destroyed about 18 envelopes this morning. Beast Mode.

 

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@NCHunter78, can it be taken apart ?, did it come with tools for take down ????