Holiday Gift Guide: The Ultimate CRKT Knife Gift Guide

During the holidays, shopping for everyone on your list can be a daunting task. Thankfully, CRKT’s broad range of knives and tools offer something for everyone. From handy DIY’ers and outdoor enthusiasts to aspiring home chefs and discerning collectors, our Ultimate CRKT Knife Gift Guide has you covered.

Designed by renowned customer knifemaker Ken Onion, the American-made CRKT Redemption® is one of the most sought after knives by enthusiasts and collectors alike thanks to its 4” MagnaCut blade, versatile blade shape, and stunning design. Inspired by the gambler daggers of the Old West, the Redemption® showcases classic styling with a G10 handle and stainless steel bolster, yet uses modern materials and mechanisms. The ambidextrous Crossbar lock serves as both the locking mechanism and deployment method – lending to the streamlined design. The sizable MagnaCut blade makes this knife incredibly capable as an everyday hard user that’ll stand up to demanding tasks thanks to the edge retention, toughness and corrosion resistance qualities of MagnaCut steel.

Exemplifying Italian craftsmanship, the CRKT Persian is the latest high-end design from custom knifemaker Richard Rogers, the same designer who created the iconic CEO knife. The Persian is an absolute stunner with exacting attention to detail and premium materials like MagnaCut blade steel and titanium handle with carbon fiber inlay. The upswept, Persian-inspired blade features a harpoon shape and wears a bead blast finish – making the knife incredibly slicey with a finish that will patina well over time. Intricate milling on the handle and pocket clip lend to the premium aesthetics, while the floating backspacer and the smooth IKBS™ ball bearing pivot system put the Persian over the top. Without a doubt, this knife will bring a smile to anyone lucky enough to use it for their everyday carry.

Inspired by decades guiding hunts in the wilds of Alaska, Idaho and North Dakota, the CRKT Soldotna is the culmination of knifemaker and big game hunter Russ Kommer’s pursuit of designing the perfect hunting knife. Made in the USA, the Soldonta features a tough 1095 carbon steel blade with a Cerakote^® finish, which provides an ideal balance of edge retention and corrosion resistance while still being able to touch up the edge in the field. The drop point blade measures just under 3.5”, which is nimble enough to make more intricate cuts when field dressing an animal, while the belly of the knife makes short work of skinning. The micarta handle is grippy in wet situations and the subtle curvature of the finger guard helps to lock in your grip when making those blind cuts gutting big game.

No other tool in the kitchen is as highly prized as the Chef’s Knife. That’s why we tapped the experience of world-renowned custom knifemaker Ken Onion to design a top-of-the-line CRKT Chef’s Knife with unparalleled fit and finish. Made in Italy, the 8” Chef’s knife features a stunning Damacore^® blade crafted by the expert metallurgist at Damasteel^®. Damacore^® is a powder metallurgy-based steel with outer layers and an inner core – making the steel not only attractive, but highly durable with a high degree of edge retention. The handle is made of carbon fiber with a distinctive angled titanium bolster, which drastically reduces weight and adds to the ergonomics. A statement piece for sure, the limited-edition Chef’s Knife will quickly become the star of the kitchen.

When custom knifemaker Princeton Wong was challenged by a wine-enthusiast friend to create a high-end knife with a wine key, he didn’t back down. In fact, he designed the award-winning CRKT Fial™ – an artful blend of high-performance knife and multi-tool functionality any sommelier would be proud to own. The Fial™ features premium M390 blade steel and a titanium handle. The integrated corkscrew is hidden beneath the bolster, which also serves as a boot lever. The blade features a front flipper deployment while the corkscrew is accessed with a discreet thumbstud. The Fial™ is also available in 12C27 blade steel with a stainless steel handle at a more affordable price point.

Custom knifemaker Alan Folts is known for taking a less-is-more approach with his designs, which is evident in the CRKT Biwa™. The Biwa™ is a featherweight bird and trout fixed blade that easily tucks away into a pack or can be carried on a belt for easy access. Featuring a 12C27 blade and micarta handle, the Biwa™’s slender profile and needle point tip make this knife an ideal companion when processing small fish, cutting bait and rigging gear. This version comes with a handsome black leather sheath.

The revolutionary CRKT is the world’s first morphing karambit blade and is one of the best self-defense blades on the market today. Featuring Kinematic^® technology, the folding links of the Provoke^® snap the hawksbill blade into place with a push of the thumb – making for a safe and lightning fast deployment. The retention ring allows for a secure grip and makes it incredibly difficult for the knife to be taken away. When the blade is in the closed position, the Provoke^® can be used as a blunt impact tool useful to break contact in self-defense situations. The flush mount pocket clip allows the Provoke^® to ride deep in the pocket, yet can be accessed quickly thanks to the position of the retention ring. When seconds matter in tense situations, the Provoke^® can be trusted to get the job done.

Custom knifemaker Michael Walker is best known for his intricate, highly sought after customs, and the many inventions to his name — including the ubiquitous liner lock. CRKT is honored to collaborate with Michael on the design of the limited-edition CRKT Pursue. Made in Italy, the Pursue is inspired by Michael’s Zipper custom — with an oversized pivot and sleek tapered lines. An instant collector’s piece, the Pursue features a Super Dense Twist™ Damasteel^® blade, mother of pearl pivot and Fat Carbon Dark Matter handle. This is a rare opportunity to own one of few production models of a Michael Walker design.

The futuristic design of the CRKT MinimalX™ is no mistake. This compact EDC is based on a custom knife designed by Darriel Caston that was commissioned by the crew of SpaceX to commemorate a pivotal rocket launch. At first glance, the knife seems like a no-frills folder, but a closer look reveals the intricate grind on the blade, the uncommon — yet versatile — chisel tip, and streamlined stainless steel handle with a subtle notch for the low-profile flipper tab. The MinimalX™ is the perfect option for a minimalist everyday carry.

For anyone who works or recreates on the water, the CRKT Bear Claw™ is an absolute must-have rescue knife. Originally designed for bush pilots in Alaska to cut themselves free should their floatplane flip upon landing, the Bear Claw™ is engineered with safety in mind. A blunt tip prevents accidental punctures and can safely slip under webbing or rope without cutting someone. The three scalloped Veff Serrations™ along the hawksbill blade are the best-in-class serrations for quickly cutting rope, cordage and webbing, while the retention hole makes it easy to reference and retain the knife in high stress situations. The sheath can be easily mounted to a PFD or the console of a boat, making the Bear Claw™ always in reach to save the day.