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The iconic M16® gets a modern upgrade. Battle tested and universally used—the iconic M16® family of knives comes from a long line of military-grade tools. The M16®-03XK now features an ambidextrous Crossbar Lock paired with IKBS™ ball-bearing pivot for seamless deployment and easy one-hand closing. The spear point blade in tough D2 steel provides versatility in all cutting tasks and long lasting wear resistance for hard use scenarios. The lightweight handle is made of Grivory®—an aircraft-grade thermoplastic that’s specifically engineered for strength, durability and offers positive grip in all conditions.

M16®-03XK Crossbar Lock

A contemporary knife steeped in tradition. The Forebear is an everyday carry with a classic slip joint mechanism based on a pivotal, centuries-old design that remains popular to this day. Built to handle cutting tasks of all sizes, it features a two-blade design with larger and smaller Wharncliffe blades that open at opposite ends of the handle. Crafted from quality materials, the blades use 12C27 steel with a nail nick for easy opening and the handle is made of textured Ultem for extra grip. All in all, it’s a strong and lightweight folding knife with a time-honored design.

Forebear  Slip Joint

The most compact part of your daily quiver. The Compano™ /kum-pan-oh/ everyday carry keychain carabiner folding knife is a compact yet remarkably useful belt loop blade—the perfect companion for your pocket knife.

 Compano™  Carabiner

Work In the Front. All Comfort in the Back. The M21™ G10 series offers up unsurpassed cutting power featuring deep-bellied spear point blades in the front, and lightweight, insulating, tough G10 handles in the back. In the middle is you, happy, and ready to take on tasks. Legendary custom knifemaker Kit Carson designed the M21™ series. His knives have been a long-time staple of military forces worldwide and Kit wanted to create a premium knife that was everything you could ask for in a high quality work blade, but at a great price. He succeeded with a heavy-duty knife series that's tough enough for whatever life throws your way.

M21™-14G Spear Point

Our Carson Desert Tactical Folders have been developed specifically to blend into the desert environment. Our M16®-14ZSF folding knife features our super rigid InterFrame build with 420J2 stainless steel liners, threaded stainless steel back spacers, and Desert Camo pattern glass-reinforced nylon scales. The blade is a non-reflective bead-blast finished AUS 8 stainless steel. It blends and almost disappears in the desert.

M16®-14ZSF Tanto

Back and ready for action. Reimagined from the late Kit Carson’s fan-favorite M16®, this modern tactical folding knife packs three revolutionary innovations into a single design. Locked and loaded, the M16®-04DB combines Deadbolt®, Assisted Opening, and IKBS™ ball bearing pivot system, creating the ultimate everyday carry you’ll definitely want to have on your side. It might be a classic, but this knife is built to perform in the modern world.

M16®-04DB Deadbolt®

Superiorly Built. Because It’s Not Called Sorta Special Forces. This large folding tactical knife answers the call with a big deep-bellied spear-point blade that cuts through anything. Automated liner safety and a dual hilt blade guard round out the features. This is a knife that’s as specialized as those who use it. Designed by legendary knifemaker Harold “Kit” Carson of Vine Grove, KY the M21™-14SFG offers a combination of Carson Series features requested by military procurement specialists. Being a retired Sgt. Major, Kit was happy to oblige.

M21™-14SFG Spear Point

Adorned in details yet powerfully simple, the Xolotl™ /show-low-tl/ is an everyday carry folding knife with a tactical spirit. It hardly occupies more space than a fountain pen but comes out swinging with a fast flipper opening and a sleek, spear-point blade. From the 14th century battlefield to the modern pocket, the Xolotl™ is the knife to have on hand. Michael Rodriguez's charity of choice for this knife is the <a href="https://www.gwotmemorialfoundation.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation</a>. Established in 2016, <a href=" https://www.crkt.com/forged-by-war" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">the Forged by War® program</a> spearheaded a collaboration between CRKT and Veterans, inviting real life warriors to apply their knowledge and experience to design a specialty line of mission-ready knives and tools. In addition to receiving commission on their designs, a portion of the profits are donated to the Veterans’ charity of choice. CRKT is proud to offer this dedicated collection to support the participating charities on a national level.

Xolotl™ Liner Lock

Sometimes it’s good to be the little fish. Made in the USA, the Minnow is an everyday carry that’s swift, sturdy, and—you guessed it—small. The automatic button release deploys the blade with lightning speed, while the best-in-class MagnaCut steel offers incredible strength and edge retention. Fully opened, the compact profile measures just under 4.5 inches, with a small blade designed for legal carry in states like California. To top it off, the green linen micarta handle gives it an elegant finish, making this one little fish that stands out from the shoal.

 Minnow  Automatic

Introducing: the Padawan. Why name it the Padawan? As an apprentice to renowned knifemaker Flavio Ikoma—known to some as the “Master”—Buzetti's role as “padawan” was the perfect inspiration to debut his first design. Pedro Buzetti’s first knife design with CRKT, this capable folding knife was crafted for form and function, with a drop point blade made from 14C28N steel, and a handsome micarta overlay on the handle for improved grip. The frame lock was modified to keep the blade secure, and the clip lets the knife sit low in the pocket.

 Padawan  Frame Lock

The Special Forces G10 models share a unique design offering a combination of Carson M16® Series features requested by military procurement specialists. The dual grind Tanto blades were specified because they offer maximum strength. The open build allows two Carson Flippers to be incorporated, resulting in a true hilt— very rare in folding knives.

M16®-13SFG Tanto

It might look like your grandpa’s classic WWII knife, but it’s got an impressive secret. Underneath the traditional looks of the Homefront™ you’ll find Assisted Opening with IKBS™ ball bearing pivot system, giving this folding knife an incredibly fast and smooth action. Just push down on the flipper and watch the blade deploy in the blink of an eye.

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AVAILABLE ITEMS (203)

M16^®-03XK Crossbar Lock

Forebear Slip Joint

Compano^™ Carabiner

M21^™-14G Spear Point

M16^®-14ZSF Tanto

M16^®-04DB Deadbolt^®

M21^™-14SFG Spear Point

Xolotl^™ Liner Lock

Minnow Automatic

Padawan Frame Lock

M16^®-13SFG Tanto

Homefront^™ Assisted