CRKT'S D.O.G. Folder: A Real Sleeper?

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A thought just occured to me as I was browsing thru my old Tactical Knives magazines and came across an article on CRKT's version of Grant Hawk's design. It seems to be a tough/reliable folder (which I like).

I mean its got -

1. A thick blade

2. Strong metal handle with interchangeable scales for a firm grip

3. A very low-profile, non-alarming clip

4. An innovative and solid lock

That last one, the "Deadbolt Over Grabstep" design, seems to me to have one notch above the OTHER more well-known "tang lock" by Benchmade; the Axis---it's sealed! No or very little chance of gunk and stuff fouling up the lock.

So what's the deal? How come it's not mentioned in the same breath as, dare I say it, the legendary BM 710? :confused:
 
Is this knife only available in full auto? If so it would not be compared to non-autos. You might see more info about them in the Automatic Knife Forum.
 
SOLEIL said:
Is this knife only available in full auto? If so it would not be compared to non-autos. You might see more info about them in the Automatic Knife Forum.
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Although CRKT may have had an auto version released, the original was a manual opener.
 
Some knives are never appreciated, and sell poorly. In this case I think it might be appropriate naming. :D
 
nuh, not really. read a review in a knife-mag. on it: not that great a knife

denn

PS. unless you're referring to the M16 Big Dog, THAT'S a great value for money knife for sure
 
It's not a bad knife at all. AUS-8 is a good working steel. At one time, I was interested in the custom version.

But it is a big knife, with a different appearance, although not nearly as ugly as some of the other Hawk knives. :)

I don't believe there was ever an auto version, only the manual. The Deadbolt Over Grabstep lock turned out to be so similar to Blackie Collins' bolt action lock that Grant Hawk asked permission to use it before going ahead with it in the original custom.
 
I wonder. I can't find a reference to the D.O.G. on the CRKT website. Reading he link you posted, the only reference to an auto is in the heading -- no info on it in the specs. I wonder if it's an aftermarket mod.
 
It could very well be. The link that WadeF posted appears to have a different type of material around the pivot pin area.
 
Thanks a bunch for all your responses. Hmmmm. . . I guess the meat of it is that you just can't compare with the original can you?

Come on guys, why be so hung-up on looks? The "plainest" girl friend I had (comparatively speaking) was the only who could do my algebra assignments :p :D

All the same, it still looks to be a good beater knife to have one day.
 
Funny you brought this up, I tried to find a Hawk DOG on ebay for months and always got outbid at the last minute. About a month ago I ws shopping online for a Xmas gift for my wife and saw a listing that said "Large Pocket Knife" $19.99 was the opening bid. The photo was a new Hawk Dog w/2 sets of grip panels. I bid $50. to start and watched it for a few days but was working so much I was not able to check it at end of auction. When I got home I had won it for $19.99. I paid ASAP and 3 days latter had the DOG in a CRKT box just as perfect as can be. I really like the heft and feel and the lock-up of this knife and getting it for $20+shipping makes it one of my favorites.
 
babakanoosh45 said:
Funny you brought this up, I tried to find a Hawk DOG on ebay for months and always got outbid at the last minute. About a month ago I ws shopping online for a Xmas gift for my wife and saw a listing that said "Large Pocket Knife" $19.99 was the opening bid. The photo was a new Hawk Dog w/2 sets of grip panels. I bid $50. to start and watched it for a few days but was working so much I was not able to check it at end of auction. When I got home I had won it for $19.99. I paid ASAP and 3 days latter had the DOG in a CRKT box just as perfect as can be. I really like the heft and feel and the lock-up of this knife and getting it for $20+shipping makes it one of my favorites.
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You lucky DOG you! :D

If you could indulge us, please post pix/your impressions if you can. :cool:

BTW, a bit off-topic but you don't know how "real" your sigline is, especially when I'm around my "martial arts" buddies, hehehe!
 
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