The good:
Includes all factory packaging and accessories (custom lanyard). Smooth action. With the lock bar disengaged the blade has no play and truly feels like it is one piece with the handle. CRK upped their blade hardness spec in mid 2013 but their marketing didn't pass the word until recently. So yes, this late 2013 knife has the "new" heat treat. Factory edge. Seems to have never cut anything. Pocket clip tension is perfect. I don't think this knife was ever "spa treated."
The bad:
The titanium has some wear next to the words "Idaho Made." The blade has one scratch but is like new otherwise. The blade scratch is only noticeable in certain light and is hard to find. Minor thumb stud anodization wear. One of the screws does not feel as solid as the others but is not even remotely stripped. I mention anything I perceive as being less than 100%. I think a new screw is $3.
My words are pessimistic so please look at the photos:
Includes all factory packaging and accessories (custom lanyard). Smooth action. With the lock bar disengaged the blade has no play and truly feels like it is one piece with the handle. CRK upped their blade hardness spec in mid 2013 but their marketing didn't pass the word until recently. So yes, this late 2013 knife has the "new" heat treat. Factory edge. Seems to have never cut anything. Pocket clip tension is perfect. I don't think this knife was ever "spa treated."
The bad:
The titanium has some wear next to the words "Idaho Made." The blade has one scratch but is like new otherwise. The blade scratch is only noticeable in certain light and is hard to find. Minor thumb stud anodization wear. One of the screws does not feel as solid as the others but is not even remotely stripped. I mention anything I perceive as being less than 100%. I think a new screw is $3.
My words are pessimistic so please look at the photos:
