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CRKT K.I.S.S. Bead Blast Frame Lock Folding Knife 1.75" Stainless Steel 5520

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Introducing the Original K.I.S.S. by renowned Knifemakers' Guild member and designer "Daddy K.I.S.S." Ed Halligan. This revolutionary knife is all about simplicity and high-tech innovation. Weighing less than 1 oz. and measuring only 2.625 inches when closed, it's a compact marvel. When opened, the elegant 1.75" Razor-Sharp Wharncliffe blade becomes a versatile cutting tool suitable for countless daily tasks. With a convenient thumb stud, you can effortlessly open the blade single-handedly. As the blade fully rotates open, the frame lock securely snaps into place, ensuring a reliable lockup. Closing the blade is just as easy - simply release the frame lock with one hand. The blade features a Wharncliffe grind on the front and a flat backside. This unique design allows for a precise fit when closed, effectively sealing the cutting edge to the frame. Both the blade and frame are made of 420J2 stainless steel with a fine bead-blast finish. The K.I.S.S. series pocket/money clip design offers versatility. You can clip it to your pocket, use it as a money clip knife, or attach it to a split-ring or lanyard as a key chain knife. While many imitators have emerged following the success of the K.I.S.S. and P.E.C.K., none can match the simple elegance and quality manufacturing of Ed Halligan's original design. In fact, the more it's imitated, the more impressive it becomes. Specifications: - Blade Length: 1.75" (44.45 mm) - Edge: Plain - Steel: 3Cr13 - Blade Finish: Bead Blast - Blade Thickness: 0.1" (2.54 mm) - Grind: Chisel - Closed Length: 2.625" (66.68 mm) - Open Length: 4.25" (107.95 mm) - Weight: 0.9 oz (25.51g) - Handle: Stainless Steel - Style: Folding Knife with Frame Lock

Specifications

  • Blade Steel: 420 J 2
  • Model Number: 5520
  • Lock Type: Frame Lock
  • Blade Thickness: 0.11 inches
  • Handle Thickness: 0.22 inches
  • Blade Length: 1.75 inches
  • Open Length: 4.25 inches
  • Close Length: 2.66 inches
  • Weight: 1 ounces
  • Blade Edge: Plain
  • Finish Color: Bead Blast
  • Style: Wharncliffe
  • Clip Type: Tip Down
  • Clip Position: Tip Down
  • Handle Material: Stainless Steel
  • Use Case: EDC
  • Origin: China

Pros vs Cons

Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.

  • Compact and thin design makes it easy to carry every day
  • Solid integral frame lock design for safety
  • One-handed opening with thumb stud
  • High-quality blade with a bead blast finish
  • Great for gifting
  • Clip doubles the thickness of the knife and can catch on clothing
  • Option to remove the clip is not available from the manufacturer

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