Just when we thought we had seen every way possible to open a folding knife, a
prototype arrived from knifemaker and inventor Charles Kain of Indianapolis, Indiana,
that demonstrated his new Fulcrum™ Action (patent pending). It didn’t
take CRKT long to purchase the rights to this surprising new lock for use in their
production folders.
CRKT felt the Fulcrum Action
was perfect for a sleek design proposed by knifemaker Russ Kommer, and so they
put Russ to work integrating it into his folder, which they call the Fulcrum™.
CRKT also worked closely with our manufacturing experts to develop a production
lock with smooth action and tight, wiggle-free lockup.
So here it is, one of the
slickest-operating lightweight personal folders they have ever seen, and that
includes custom knives, too.
To open the Fulcrum, simply
press the left side of the frame down with your thumb. The blade swings out
to the 90-degree position. Then pull the left side of the frame back, gripping
with your index finger at the choil, and the blade continues to rotate open
and lock in the open position. After a few openings, you can do it naturally
in one continuous, fluid action, or “fulcrumation.”
To close the Fulcrum, simply
release the stainless steel locking liner. One-hand closing is also fast and
easy.
The build uses their high-carbon
steel InterFrame with a steel pivot at the back spacer. Scales are injection
molded of tough CPL composite, and the swirls on each one are unique. The stainless
steel bolsters have a diamond pattern.
The 2.75” blade is
a modified drop point style with a high hollow grind, made from premium AUS
8 stainless steel.
CRKT is offering two models.
For traditionalists, the base model 7403 features a satin blade finish, vibratory
frame finish, and gray/black swirled scales. For the more adventurous, the deluxe
model 7404 boasts a black titanium nitride blade finish, deep blue titanium
nitride frame, and wild blue/black swirled scales.
Both models come with a removable stainless steel pocket/gear clip.
Euclid once said if given
a lever long enough, he could move the earth. They don’t know if their
new Fulcrum will cause the earth to move, but if it just sends a little tremor
through the world of knife enthusiasts, they’ll be happy.
FEATURES:
• Drop Point, Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
• Blade Material: AUS 8, 58-59 HRC
• Blade Color: Satin
• Handle Material: CPL Composites
• Diamond Pattern Bolster
• Clip: Removable Stainless Steel Pocket/Gear Clip |
MEASUREMENTS:
• Overall Length: 6.25”
• Blade Length: 2.75"
• Handle length: 3.90”
• Thickness: 0.10”
• Weight: 2.7 oz |
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