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Who better to "cheat" the rules of typical folding pocket knife design other than world renowned Knife Designer Ken Onion, whose new Swindle™ design flows from tip to tail with the slightest of uphill curve. It innocently tricks the eye at first sight, but once in the hand the functional subtleties become apparent.
The frame lock mechanics and flipper style opener are neatly tucked into the stainless steel handles, and the hollow ground, modified wharncliffe blade moves with ease thanks to the smooth IKBS™ pivot system. The IKBS™ innovation is arguably the strongest, smoothest pivot system on the market.
The Swindle™ comes in two versions, both with Razor Sharp Cutting Edges with two distinguished handles. The K240XXP in a flat, smooth handled version and the K241XXP in a distinctive grooved handle. Both excellent selections for the refined knife enthusiast.
For carry, Ken went the extra mile with a clip design flowing from the tail end, back over the spine. The tension lever securely clips into the pocket and "nests" the knife for comfort.
If you are seeking a classy, slim everyday carry knife that "bends" the rules in your favor, the Swindle™ is a good bet.
8Cr Stainless Steel
One of the most common budget stainless steels, it maintains a competitive combination of edge retention and toughness in its price range.
Steel Handles
Stainless Steel knife handles provide strength and durability and look and feel great.
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
Frame Lock
Developed by Chris Reeve, it functions like a liner lock but the lock is comprised of one of the handle scales. It's an extremely strong and easy to manipulate lock.
Customer Reviews
Columbia River CRKT K240XXP Ken Onion Swindle 3.2" 8Cr14MoV Plain Blade, Smooth Stainless Steel Handles (17 reviews)
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Columbia River CRKT K240XXP Ken Onion Swindle 3.2" 8Cr14MoV Plain Blade, Smooth Stainless Steel Handles
Sockeye Tactical
Heyburn, Idaho
Jul 31, 2022
Pros: Handle Material, Blade Material
Cons: Lock Ease of Use
Something fun and different.
A sleek wharncliffe blade. Because of the unique carry clip and the upswept design most people I show it to, takes a minute for them to figure it out. It does feel good in the hand, but is a little petite if you have large hands. The integrated pocket clip causes it to sit different in the pocket, it is obviously more for form than function. However the knife is slim and compact so it will fit in any pocket easily. Arrived with a good edge and the action is smooth. I haven’t had any issue with the frame lock but it looks a little on the skimpy side. Overall, reminds me of the Kershaw Leek, also by Ken Onion. But I think I like the feel and ergo of this knife slightly more, and this CRKT was less money.
Columbia River CRKT K240XXP Ken Onion Swindle 3.2" 8Cr14MoV Plain Blade, Smooth Stainless Steel Handles
Peter B
The great state of Texas
Jul 13, 2022
Pros: None
Cons: None
Great knife, the clip detracts
I like Wharncliffe blades, and this knife feels good in my hand, looks good, opens easily. The lock is almost more of a liner lock than classic frame lock, but it's OK. It's a classy looking knife but the way the clip works it would spoil the lines of a nice pair of slacks more than a well done traditional clip. The clip is OK for casual pants and looks good as a design feature.
Columbia River CRKT K240XXP Ken Onion Swindle 3.2" 8Cr14MoV Plain Blade, Smooth Stainless Steel Handles
Michael
Marietta , Ga
Jun 28, 2022
Pros: None
Cons: None
Nice knifr, nice price
I couldn't resist checking this somewhat unique knife. I have a few other Ken Onion designs and I like the lines and sliciness, if that's a word. Not a big frame lock fan but this one is easy to open without thinking about hand position. The steel isn't great and it looks like it would be a nightmare to disassemble, but it's sleek and has a nice thin edge. For the price, I can't complain.
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