CRKT Inazuma No Ken Folding Pocket Knife: Assisted Opening Tactical Folder, Deadbolt Locking Mechanism, D2 Black Blade, Reversible Pocket Clip 2908

This knife became my favorite EDC from day one, my other folders have been collecting dust for nearly a year now. Really, the only con I find with this knife is that it's fairly heavy for a folder, but that's also what makes it so damn durable, its solidly built through and through. Seeing James Williams on youtube stab the Inazuma No Ken's blade straight through plywood with bare hands sold me on how confident the designer is in the Inazuma No Ken's ability to take abuse without injuring the wielder's hand or separating fingers.The blade is very pointy, excellent for stabbing, but there is also enough belly which allows this to slice well, overall, a fine blade shape for daily tasks and self-defense. More so for the latter.There is no thumb stud on the blade, which is what I was accustomed to, but the spine flipper was no difficult transition for me. And given how violently the blade deploys it was probably a good design choice to omit the thumb stud. It also gives the Inazuma a clean, inconspicuous look when folded. This is an assisted blade as well and cannot be de-assisted (for those that dislike assist,) definitely not a fidget friendly knife. However, my biggest complaint with assisted blades was not being able to close them with one hand. Not an issue with the Inazuma, once the lock is released, the blade falls 90 degrees under its own weight and can be safely folded in one hand.The neutral grip shape feels great in my hands, there's no jimping anywhere except the scales, but not really an issue or necessary since the G10 scales are large and grippy with plenty of surface area for your hand, and the divot underneath the blade pivot provides plenty of guard for your index finger. The butt of the handle is also slightly flared, making the knife easy to pull out of the pocket between your thumb and index finger.The pocket clip is fat, ugly, boring, strong and most importantly... unassuming. it also lets the Inazuma No Ken ride deep in the pocket and doesn't herald to the world that you're carrying a pocketknife. Theres no distinctly recognizable clip shape, logo or branding anywhere on it. Which I like.This knife feels great in either a saber or ice pick grip, and there is virtually no risk of accidentally unlocking the blade when using either technique. Even with large hands and a hammer grip I would have to choke up close to the blade to come close to depressing the release button. And it takes some manual dexterity of my thumb joint to deliberately press deep enough to unlock the blade in a hammer grip. Overall, this is one of the safer feeling folders to carry and employ with gross motor skills, with plenty of real estate on the handle.

The button-unlock to close the blade is my favorite feature of this knife, since you can unlock and close the blade without any part of you being in the path of the blade. The assisted opening feature is also very impressive. The finger flipper on on the back feels just right, where it takes some deliberate pressure to overcome the spring action, but then once the blade starts open the spring very powerfully and positively opens the blade which locks smoothly every time. The construction of the knife is better than any others I've owned, with no wiggle or play in the blade. The grip fits my bigger hands perfectly, and I love the recess for the index finger from an ergonomic and safety perspective. Overall, this is my new favorite.

Really liked the knife, sharp, ergonomic and useful. Forgot it in my pants one time and a piece fell off and now the blade is loose.

I own a few knives designed by James Williams, Sensei. I am always impressed and looking to increase my collection. This one here is amazing and is my choice for edc. The clip is tight, doesn’t walk in my pocket. The handle has a great feel and I’m happy with the grip. The assisted opening is fast as lightning, and the locking system is strong. All and all I’d highly recommend. The designer deserves a “well done” on this one.

The lack of a thumb stud really keeps this knife from being better than the original hissatsu. The assisted opening mechanism is nothing special. The deep carry clip further slows deployment, though this can be somewhat remedied by adding a small lanyard.Where this knife shines, beyond the blade shape is shares with other models in the line, are the locking mechanism and the blade steel. The lock up is simple but rubust. The knife steel is flat out amazing. I work in food service breaking down dozens of heavy cardboard boxes everyday and it took six months to slightly dull the knife. The old hissatsu required resharpening every couple of weeks.I think the size and shape of the knife is great, and if you don't have to constantly take it out to use, it is probably a great option. On the other hand, if you are like me and have to use it several times a day, there are more convenient options.

That is a very quality knife with a double bar lock when it’s open slim blade and a very nice long point

My husband loved it!! He’s been wanting one of these since it’s release and it works really well. Product came as it is shown.

I own many of knifes and carry one always…this is by far one of the best knifes on the market…plus it’s the easiest to open out of all of my knifes, 150 and counting