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I have always carried a knife on me. For any task that requires one. This is one knife I truly can say I enjoy having, It has a good strong feel to it. It locks in firm to the handle and eliminates any concerns of slippage. It sharpened easily and holds the edge. Small yet solid and that provides a good sense of security. For the price I believe it can't be beat. Without question I will order another.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
A nice very discreet pocket knife that will get those jobs around the work place done efficiently , but not scare those who might see it being used . Good size , good weight , won't tear up your pockets when you are carrying it . Holds a great edge that re-sharpens easily to where it was when you got it brand new . A nice addition to any ones work tool box .
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
I purchased the CRKT M16-01KS for light to medium duty every day use for work and the times that surround that. The look is slim and sleek. Fits the 5th pocket on a pair of jeans perfectly. When opened and in use, the spear shaped blade keeps a low profile when using in public, but big enough to suit my needs. Sharp straight out of the box to go right into action. I've used it on nothing larger than paper board boxes and the hollow grind edge still slices a perfect smooth cut off a tomato for a lunchtime bagel sandwich and it halves that bagel cleanly. The flipper opens the quick and smooth. Only draw back I've encountered is the frame lock which holds the blade tight is a bit awkward to engage to close the blade. Otherwise, I find it perfect my needs.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
This knife has been my EDC for a few years now. I picked it up as an impulse buy when it had a ridiculous discount after my wife claimed my SOG Flash I. It has proven itself to be a serviceable knife under all conditions that I have used it, and I have used it a lot, like I do all my carry knives. Pros: + It sharpens easy + It fits my hand well for heavy use activities (I have medium sized hands) + It is easy to open with one hand + It is a very good size for EDC + The hinge is strong + The scales are very durable Cons: - There is a safety switch you have to activate to move the lock liner for closing the blade - It requires sharpening more often that more expensive knives with designer steels - The hinge bearing is a nylon washer & it requires cleaning from time to time For a value/cost ratio, I am giving it 4 stars. I am hard on folders, and this one has surprised me with its durability. It is inexpensive, but not cheap.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
Bryan
US
Jan 04, 2022
Pros: Weight, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None
Not as good as I thought it'd be
Doesn't flip out like most flippers on ball bearing, you either have to really give it a good flick or nearly always use a flick of the wrist. The thumbstuds are useless, for me anyway. They don't work for me while holding a normal grip like any Manuel knife, they just won't bring the blade out. U almost have to come from a 90° ankle from the blade and push out to get the thumbstuds to work, idk if anyone else has had that problem. Other than those two things, has a good feel and nice blade and look to it, but if your definitely looking for something snappy and a quick and easy flipper, this isn't it.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
Bob
Wisconsin
Jun 14, 2020
Pros: Blade Material
Cons: Lock Ease of Use
Slow, not secure
Action is slow and weak. Have to fling the flipper. Often doesn't open to full lock. Easing the screw to help speed leaves a wobbly blade. Nice blade, though.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
Gjc
Conn
Apr 29, 2013
Pros: None
Cons: Lock Type
Poor finish and bad qualiity blade
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
James
Memphis, Tn
Aug 24, 2018
Pros: None
Cons: None
A Second Look
Since my first review, I have done some more sharpening, taken it apart, clean and lubed it, and put it back together. (No left over parts! Yea!) It opens quite easily and locks up readily. But it is easily operable with one hand. It push cuts paper now. The blade is still way off center. It still feels like a toy to me. I hope that I got it on sale. Over $30 for this is way too much. I have many Kershaws that were less expensive that I like much more, the latest being the Fatback.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
John M
Harrisburg, PA
May 19, 2016
Pros: Weight, Blade Sharpness
Cons: Handle Feel, Lock Ease of Use, Handle Material
Dont even Bother
Overall quality is super poor. Impossible to open via the thumb stud or the flipper. Tried loosening the pivet but same thing. I love frame locks but this one just has no function. It does not extend out so that u can press on it to close the blade. The handle feels super small in hand compared to the blade. Honestly i could have bought a knife for $10 with better quality.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
Jiraiya
OH
Dec 29, 2021
Pros: Blade Sharpness
Cons: Handle Feel, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type
It's a "No" for me
Blade is very Sharp but that's all this has to offer . It's 100% terrible to open. The thumb studs don't work at all and I mean at all! The flipper tap fails to open the knife 80% of the time. What's the point of having a flipper tab or thumb studs when you have to open the knife with 2 hands.
Columbia River CRKT M16-01KS Carson Flipper 3.125" Black Plain Spear Point Blade, Stainless Steel Handles
James
Memphis, Tn
Feb 05, 2018
Pros: None
Cons: Lock Ease of Use
Feeling is Believing
I would like to have said seeing is believing, but I did not believe John M's review. He is correct. This is NOT a one handed opening knife.The thumbstuds don't work. The flipper doesn't work. Together, they will get the blade out from between the scales allowing a swift opening by grasping the blade between the thumb and index finger of the second hand. The blade tore paper OOB. I spent a few minutes on a diamond stone and a SM. It cuts now. The liner lock is nearly impossible to move with the thumb that is attached to the hand holding the knife. Once opened, I'm OK with it. It's the ergonomics that led to this review having no starz on tharz. Maybe a Star Bellied Sneetch would like the knife. And for the free head light. One end says open and closed, leading me to choose the correct end to turn to inset the non-supplied batteries. The headstrap is really small. The light doesn't stay in a fixed position. Can you say El Cheapo China @%*_^#. They say the wise man learns from others mistakes. Let me help you be wise. I just saw in the instructions that I am suppose to say things that a great about it. It arrived on time. But perhaps I am saying something great about KC and USPS. And how will I use it? I will fill up some empty space in my desk with it.
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