CRKTSquid Everyday Carry EDC Pocket Folding Knife with Frame Lock: Stainless Steel Plain Edge Blade, Stainless Steel Handle, Pocket Clip, 2490KS

The media could not be loaded. BLACK STONEWASHThis knife is ~$24 and it looks and feels like it should be more expensive. Tell people it's more, and they'd believe you. Little white lie never hurt nobody.Insanely cheap compared to the quality you're getting. Since it's intended for someone else, I liked how it lands on the simpler style, while still being pretty badass (i.e. great for any first-time EDC boy/girl). If I walk away with my own gift at the pollyanna, I'll be thrilled.- Liner Lock is very easy to use; don't have to push really hard to unlock it.- Has got some weight to it (3.5 ounces), but if you really care about that over the quality of the blade, I'm sorry bud.. After a day or so I'd imagine you can get used to it. (Not *insanely* heavy, but probably heavier than most for its size)- Arrives SHARP, in a little box. (Paper cutting test approved.)- Stonewash is great, no complaints.- A little friction on the joint when opening and closing it, but doesn't hinder the ability to open/close it. Nothing a little blade oil won't fix.- Handles well. I'm 5'11" with normal sized hands, skinny fingers, and I can just get all four fingers around it comfortablyAgain, FOR THE PRICE YOU ARE GETTING, you can usually expect crap. But I'm impressed with this little guy...

Pros: PriceCons: Difficult to open with one handThe Bottom Line: This is a fantastic EDC knife that comes at a great price point.For the past few weeks I have been using this knife as my EDC. I have been moderately using it on a daily basis. Some of tasks that I use it for are opening packages, sharpening a pencil (I was in a pinch), and cutting rope. I have been very pleased with this knife. It has done everything I have needed it to do.Blade Sharpness:The blade came out of the box reasonably sharpened. It wasn’t shaving sharp, but it was by no means dull. A Lansky sharpening system would be all you need to put a razor sharp edge on it. The blade is made from 8Cr13MoV Steel which holds its edge fairly well, and it isn’t too difficult to sharpen.Looks/Finish:I love the black stonewash finish. It does a great job of hiding little scratches from daily use. The knife doesn’t look bulky, so it hides in the pocket pretty well. It also doesn't look threatening to someone who might not be used to having knifes around. The deep-carry pocket clip, which is tip up carry, has a small CRKT logo on it. There is also a lanyard loop above the pocket clip.Price:The price of this knife is one of its greatest features. It does not feel like a sub $20 knife. If you lose yours you can easily buy a new one without breaking the bank. You're going to be hard pressed to find a better EDC knife at a better price.Durability/Build:So far this little guy has held up exceptionally well with no sign of giving in. The blade locks up solid in the frame-lock, and there is no side to side blade play. The blade is also not off center when closed.Ease of Use:This knife does have a thumb stud to open it. That being said, it is not easy to open with one hand. The thumb stud is too close to the frame to get any leverage. The blade does lock closed firmly. The frame lock is also too stiff to comfortably close the knife with one hand. The ergonomics of the handle are good for its size. I have fairly normal sized hands, and a three finger grip is a perfect fit. There is a nice little choil for the index finger and jimping on the back for your thumb.

If you are looking for a small, tough, affordable and comfortable EDC knife, this is it!All heavy steel (aluminum back spacer/lanyard hole) build makes for a solid knife, but the rounded edges and streamline folding blade makes for a comfortable knife in the hand or your pocket as well. The Squid is perfectly streamlined opened and closed.If you are like me, you like to have your EDC clipped inside your front pocket. Many knifes are designed without attention to sharp corners and edges, and that makes it difficult or even painful to reach inside your pocket. For the Squid, this isn't a concern. The squid's blade tucks away in its smooth round handle perfectly.The stout wide handle offers great control, allowing your first three fingers to grip the handle securely, while the pinky finger prevents your hand from slipping forward onto the blade.The blade was sharp enough to shave with out of the box, and the frame lock holds secure.The Squid's blade being under three inches long means you can travel without worrying about state laws and regulations.The only con I can think of for this knife is that opening the blade does take a little getting used to, but once you start carrying and using the Squid, you can open the blade very quickly and easily. You can even flick the blade open with your thumb without any problem.I would like to add a couple photos of the Squid against another CRKT product that I love in this price range. The Drifter by CRKT has a great design also, and has a very usable blade design, but I feel that the streamline design of the Squid makes for a better, more pocket friendly companion.I know I have a lot of good things to say about this knife, but no, I do not work for CRKT. I am a jeweler by trade, and I appreciate the design of this knife.I own many knives, but I recommend the Squid for EDC!