(Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None
Great knife
Excellent slender “hidden” design
Columbia River CRKT 7097 Richard Rogers CEO Gentleman's Flipper Knife 3.352" Satin Plain Blade, Black GRN Handles, Liner Lock
Part #: CR7097 | CRKT Knives (Columbia River)
Description
CR7097: Richard Rogers 7097 CEO Flipper
Columbia River (CRKT)
A knife that's dressed for success. At first glance, it could be mistaken for a pen tucked into a shirt pocket. And that's exactly the way the CEO Flipper folding knife was designed. With a supremely low profile and no corners cut on usability and ergonomics, it embodies the working spirit of everyday carry.
Known for his clean, simple, highly-usable designs, Richard Rogers releases another formidable knife from his shop in the scrubby hills of Magdalena, New Mexico. Created with dress shirt pockets and v-neck scrubs in mind, the slim, low-profile CEO Flipper poses as a pen until a sealed letter needs opening or a suit needs a finishing touch. With lubed ball bearings in the pivot to reduce friction, a prominent flipper sets IKBS in motion, smoothly deploying the satin-finished stainless steel blade. A locking liner keeps it securely in place between the sleek and strong glass-reinforced nylon handle.
The CEO: pairs best with an extra dark roast and a long to-do list.
Features
- Flipper deploys the blade fast
- IKBS ball bearing pivot deploys the blade smoothly
- High carbon stainless steel blade takes an edge well
- Glass-reinforced nylon handle is durable and lightweight
- Liner lock can be easily closed with one hand
- Adjustable clip for left or right-hand carry
Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.352" (85.14 mm)
- Handle Length: 4.346" (110.39 mm)
- Overall Length: 7.688" (195.28 mm)
- Blade Material: AUS-8 Stainless Steel
- Blade Thickness: 0.090" (2.29 mm)
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Handle Material: Glass-Reinforced Nylon
- Locking Mechanism: Liner Lock
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, Right/Left Carry
- Weight: 1.90 oz. (53.86 g)
- Designer: Richard Rogers
- IKBS Pivot
- Made in Taiwan
UPC Code: 794023709704
Related Categories
CRKT Knives (Columbia River), CRKT CEO Series, AUS-8 Blade Steel, Zytel Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Liner Locks, Richard Rogers
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Customer Reviews
Lee
MarylandJun 04, 2026
Bigfuzzy84
MissouriMar 29, 2026
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
Ultimate pocket knife
The CRKT 7097 is the prefect pocket knife in my opinion. The ergonomics, feels like a marker or icepick. Very solid handle that fits perfectly in the void of your fingers when you make a fist. The opening is a solid and satisfying click. Closing is a very positive thunk that sucks the blade closed, chef's kiss. The integrated pocket clip that creates a wonderful feeling flat polished end cap is perfect, and very sturdy. Overall feel is extremely fidget friendly. Blade material is very high quality, easily sharpened and maintained. It also holds an edge really well. The liner lock is extremely strong with no wiggle whatsoever. You'd be hard pressed to defeat it without hurting yourself. The build quality is outstanding for the price, honestly it feels like a $200 knife. You don't usually see roller bearing assembly and deep perfect blade alignment for $20 used to $60 new. For pocket knife activities you can't ask for a better knife. If you want a knife for bushcraft or other things get yourself a fixed blade belt knife.
Jackson D.
LouisianaFeb 19, 2026
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
Exactly as Advertised
I have the older version of this knife with a thumb stub instead of the flipper. It also has the company logo etched into the pocket clip and a slightly different texture to the handle. Everything else is the same, and it's a great knife to have in the office. Opening letters or packages and just having it handy. It is light, slim, discreet, elegant and useful. Fantastic knife, especially for special occasions or as a gift.
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