New Columbia River KFF Professional?

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Have you guys seen these? What do you think? I wish they had used a better steel than AUS-6. I do like the look though. For the money I would rather have the Benchmade Griptilian.

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The Knifecenter says "CR 7772 Plain Edge Professional Model With Cast Aluminum Handles and Dark Gray Bead Blasted Blade
Construction is an extremely heavy duty build, with an extra thick stainless steel liner. The result is an authoritative feel, with perfect balance at the deep index finger choil.
The handle shape is classic Kasper profile, ample without being cumbersome. The skeletonized aluminum scales are flat with no swell so the knife won¹t print in the pocket, and to make drawing smoother. The thumb scallop on the left scale acts as an index point for the initial grip and draw, is also a ramp leading down to the thumb stud, and helps the index finger secure a more positive grip. The thumb ramp has aggressive friction grooves, to ensure thumb purchase under slippery conditions.
The blade is a stout, modified clip point of AUS 6M stainless steel, double hollow ground and bead blast finished to cut reflectivity. The thumb ramp features double thumb studs for ambidextrous use.
Construction is Columbia River's industry-leading Mirage build: 420 J2 single stainless steel liner, 6061 T6 hard anodized aluminum handles and back spacer, Torx® fasteners and Teflon® bearings for buttery smooth opening and closing.
The pocket clip is mounted on the leading edge of the handle, resulting in a low-in-the-pocket storage which keeps the knife from prying eyes as much as possible."
 
I think it looks awesome. I'm a bit disappointed about the AUS 6, but it won't stop me from getting one. I use my AUS 6 knives all the time and have not had a problem with them. Sure they get dull after a while, but then again, so do all knives.
--Josh
 
I have to laugh at this talk about "printing in the pocket".

You have a stainless steel clip attached to an a chunk of aluminum sticking out of your pocket, and you're worried about "printing" ?!?! Pretty silly if you ask me. If you're worried about being lo-profile and "printing", keep the thing in your pocket, for crying out loud.

Life is a series of compromises.
 
It looks nice to me, but if CRKT chose to "upgrade" to an aluminium handle, why not "upgrade" the steel to AUS-8, like the aluminium Carson M16's?
 
Nice-lookin' folder Dennis. Any idea what the "street price" on these will be, and are they being made in both sizes like the "plastic/nylon" handled models?
 
CRKT KFFs have never been about great steel. AUS-6 is ok. I just hope the holes and material are less slippery than the flat Zytel on the first ones.
 
Am afraid I have to agree with the general disappointment that CRKT went and used the AUS6 again. I have no problems with the Zytel handles on the original. Hopefully, it is just the picture, but the color of the aluminum looks strange to me.

I thought I read recently that CRKT was paying attention to the frequently mentioned unhappiness with AUS6 on the forums, and that we could likely see some changes soon. So, the Carson F4 will have AUS6 and the new KFF does too. Doesn't sound like listening to me. I'll get the Carson when it comes out, but not this aluminum KFF.
 
FYI, the following is from the 1SKS site:
"Small models are now in stock, accepting pre-orders for Large Models."
 
At that price you can have an Axis Griptilian in 440C. Or an Endura etc.

6M steel is poor at that price. Why oh why do a company who pride themselves on such greast quality and value use such a rubbish steel?

It blunts on thin air:p !
 
Keep in mind that CRK &T, while a big company in many respects, do target the market with these prices in mind. At about $60, one is paying for a good design and at least decent materials. Of course ATS34 and even 154 CM is better than AUS6. But then the prices would start going up. If the liner lock mechanism is fitted properly and free from any QC problems. And if the heat treat is on the money, then I' d take one with the AUS6 without hesitation. Remember its intended design. It is a pure fighter. That being the case, I certainly hope CRK & T will finish its scales with a rough grit texture. If it is smooth finished, I wouldn' t take it for $6! Period!

Nakano
 
From the pictures it looks like the liner lock is now recessed versus the Zytel handled ones that I have seen. I hope that's true.

Axel
 
imho the AUS6 is ok for what i use it for - i tend to diddle around w/the blade quite often anyway, touching it up w/a steel/ceramic finishing stone - of course it is quite softer than the steel in my crawford custom KFF, but like i said its ok - i plan on getting a large and small KFF pro when ya can get them - will prob order a med size later on today - i hope the liner locks are better than on the other kaspers from CRKT.....


sifu
 
I guess the real issue for me is that I can buy a Griptilian, that has the axis lock and better steel, for the same price. As the General stated above I would rather have an Endura or a Delica. Better lock and again better steel. The only plus this has is the design if you like it.

One would think a "professional" edition would have better materials.
 
We got these in stock earlier this week. I think that they are pretty cool - the aluminum scales have a textured surface that leave them pretty grippy, but smooth enough to slide easily into or out of the pocket.

There is a notable weight differance between the two models, but I don't mind the heft. I think that the large model is going to be a hell of a knife... hopefully there will be a black anodized aluminum model as well.

Kevin
 
Spark, how do weight & handle thickness of these compare to their zytel counterparts? TIA.
 
well i had to do it - was looking for a BM leopard/cub and a BJ mamba, but wife saw the new KFF pro and have to have 1 - now i guess i can get my zytel version back lol - i did ordewr a pro from 1SKS a few moments ago, for the wife - we'll see how it is ........


sifu
 
Thickness is pretty much exactly the same. CRKT removed one of the steel liners on the aluminum model and widened the back spacer to compensate. The removal of the liner brought the weight down on the aluminum model - it weighs 3.52 oz, while the Zytel model weighs 4.16 oz.

Pretty cool all in all. When the large ones come in, one will definately be going home with me.

Kevin
 
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