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I recently got a CRKT/Hawk D.O.G. folder and thought I'd share my impressions of it. Here are the specs as indicated on CRKT's website:
Blade: Overall length: 3.50 (8.9 cm)
Cutting edge: 3.25 (8.3 cm)
Thickness: 0.15 (0.40 cm)
Steel: AUS 8, 57-58 HRC
Handle: Closed length: 4.62 (11.7 cm)
Weight: 4.9 oz. (139 g)
MSRP U.S. $99.99
Pics are from equipped.com
Based on Grant Hawk's custom D.O.G. folder, CRKT's production version mimics the original quite well.
Pic is from nordicknives.com
The D.O.G. (Deadbolt-Over-Grabstep) mechanism may seem familiar to those who remember Gerber's Bolt Action folders, however the mechanism on the D.O.G. is sealed so it keeps lint and dirt away from the spring assembly. In the second picture above, you can see how the mechanism is built into the frame.
I compared the lock to my old Gerber Parabelum as well as a Meyerco version of the Bolt Action folder and found that CRKT's lock works much smoother. The tolerances on the D.O.G. are tight and unlike the old Bolt Actions, there is no slop in the lock at all. The blade swings open very smoothly and locks up tight with no play in any direction.
One of the neat features of this knife is the pocket clip. It's small so it doesn't get in the way and it can be easily removed or switched for left hand carry. (Lefties can rejoice as this folder is truly ambidextrous.) The knife is quite robust so the last thing you want is a conventional pocket clip to add to it's bulk. Another cool thing about the clip is that it allows for deep pocket carry and because of the clip's design, it makes it seem that you have a pen clipped to your pocker rather than a knife. That can be a good thing for those who don't want to attract unwanted attention.
CRKT also decided to include an extra set of Zytel scales so you can have your choice of checkered or fluted grips. Personally, I prefer the checkered grips, but I would have liked an option of coloured scales instead. Nevertheless, if you don't like Zytel grips, you can always custimize it with G-10, Micarta, Carbon Fibre, Wood, Stag or other material (if you know a source). *You'll need a #6 Torx screwdriver to remove the scales.*
The blade is bead blasted AUS-8 and is available in plain or partially serrated edges. As with other CRKT knives, the edge comes razor sharp out of the box. I found that the radiused rectangular thumb hole works well to open the knife with either hand and being a truly ambidextrous folder, it is easy to close the knife with either hand.
Overall, I really like this folder and feel it's one of the best CRKT has put out to date. It's a solid reliable working folder that will be a welcomed addition to any knife user's collection. It will certainly be my EDC for a good while.
Blade: Overall length: 3.50 (8.9 cm)
Cutting edge: 3.25 (8.3 cm)
Thickness: 0.15 (0.40 cm)
Steel: AUS 8, 57-58 HRC
Handle: Closed length: 4.62 (11.7 cm)
Weight: 4.9 oz. (139 g)
MSRP U.S. $99.99
Pics are from equipped.com
Based on Grant Hawk's custom D.O.G. folder, CRKT's production version mimics the original quite well.
Pic is from nordicknives.com
The D.O.G. (Deadbolt-Over-Grabstep) mechanism may seem familiar to those who remember Gerber's Bolt Action folders, however the mechanism on the D.O.G. is sealed so it keeps lint and dirt away from the spring assembly. In the second picture above, you can see how the mechanism is built into the frame.
I compared the lock to my old Gerber Parabelum as well as a Meyerco version of the Bolt Action folder and found that CRKT's lock works much smoother. The tolerances on the D.O.G. are tight and unlike the old Bolt Actions, there is no slop in the lock at all. The blade swings open very smoothly and locks up tight with no play in any direction.
One of the neat features of this knife is the pocket clip. It's small so it doesn't get in the way and it can be easily removed or switched for left hand carry. (Lefties can rejoice as this folder is truly ambidextrous.) The knife is quite robust so the last thing you want is a conventional pocket clip to add to it's bulk. Another cool thing about the clip is that it allows for deep pocket carry and because of the clip's design, it makes it seem that you have a pen clipped to your pocker rather than a knife. That can be a good thing for those who don't want to attract unwanted attention.
CRKT also decided to include an extra set of Zytel scales so you can have your choice of checkered or fluted grips. Personally, I prefer the checkered grips, but I would have liked an option of coloured scales instead. Nevertheless, if you don't like Zytel grips, you can always custimize it with G-10, Micarta, Carbon Fibre, Wood, Stag or other material (if you know a source). *You'll need a #6 Torx screwdriver to remove the scales.*
The blade is bead blasted AUS-8 and is available in plain or partially serrated edges. As with other CRKT knives, the edge comes razor sharp out of the box. I found that the radiused rectangular thumb hole works well to open the knife with either hand and being a truly ambidextrous folder, it is easy to close the knife with either hand.
Overall, I really like this folder and feel it's one of the best CRKT has put out to date. It's a solid reliable working folder that will be a welcomed addition to any knife user's collection. It will certainly be my EDC for a good while.
