Spyderco Karahawk Emerson Opener Folding Karambit 2.35" VG10 Black Blade with Wave, Black G10 Handles C Long
Houston, Tx
Apr 01, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: Lock Ease of Use
Still my number one
Been carrying since it was new - have purchased literally every pocket-snag ringed knife (regardless of blade shape) since - and this is still the best I've found. Not a fidget knife. Not a looker. Just a serious tool for serious people. I own two and will buy another if these rumours I keep hearing about it being discontinued are true. If you have a real need for an EDC defensive folder, then this is the one to get. I could have saved thousands.
Spyderco Karahawk Emerson Opener Folding Karambit 2.35" VG10 Black Blade with Wave, Black G10 Handles Ryan C
Colorado
Sep 15, 2023
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
favorite
I love this knife like my child. I've had it for probably 10 years now and it's held up perfectly (granted I have the satin finish so no paint to wear off like the other reviewer) it's smaller and lighter than any karambit I've had before, definitely smaller than a real Emerson, but I like that. It doesn't print at all (other than the ring of course lol) and I don't even notice it in my pocket most of the time. Deploys very smooth, the blade is of course phenomenal steel, and I'll probably keep EDC'ing this for years to come. Sadly they discontinued this one so pick it up if you find a place like this that still stocks them
Spyderco Karahawk Emerson Opener Folding Karambit 2.35" VG10 Black Blade with Wave, Black G10 Handles Phat L
Colorado
Mar 31, 2017
Pros: Weight, Ease of Opening, Handle Material, Pocket Clip, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None
Review of the Karahawk folding karambit
The paint is kinda wearing off, but it has become my EDC of choice. Legal size, and the wave function makes me feel safe when ever I'm out at night. The Ring is a little uncomfortable in comparison cold steel folding karmbit knife, but still is a better EDC in my opinion. Love the way g10 feels in my hand. Over all a really good knife. I wish in the future that spyderco would release a knife that has a better ring (kinda like cold steel), and maybe use a better paint to the blade, because mine is already wearing off after 2 months of use.
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