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CRKT Eros Large by Ken Onion
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CRKT Eros Large by Ken Onion
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From renowned knifemaker Ken Onion comes this one-of-a-kind combination folder, the CRKT Eros Large. This knife brilliantly combines the best aspects of a tactical folder and a gentleman’s knife Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downzsoumya
175
Dec 21, 2016
Is it just me who thinks this knife looks a lot like Kershaw Leek (which, incidentally, is also designed by Ken Onion)?
Kaozer
275
Dec 22, 2016
Not gonna lie its my only spyderco with such a great action (only have a manix 2 lw and two frn handles ones that justncant be flicked) and for the PM2 i wasnt crazy about it untill i received mine. I finally understand why people say this is the knife they would keep if they had to sell all but one of their knifes.
You are most welcome. I hope you enjoy yours, it is quite a sweet knife for the price! PS: if you get a PM2 you will love it
You are most welcome. I hope you enjoy yours, it is quite a sweet knife for the price! PS: if you get a PM2 you will love it
curtis-iv
11
Nov 7, 2018
Serrations are so easy to sharpen!
https://www.amazon.com/Smiths-PP1-Pocket-Multifunction-Sharpener/dp/B000O8OTNC/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000O8OTNC&pd_rd_r=2dad42fe-e2ce-11e8-9223-f3513df83f20&pd_rd_w=Uul9d&pd_rd_wg=JtXeK&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=6725dbd6-9917-451d-beba-16af7874e407&pf_rd_r=REHFDPBHEM8MKEZQ1VB8&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=REHFDPBHEM8MKEZQ1VB8
https://www.amazon.com/SHARPAL-101N-Knife-Sharpener-Survival/dp/B01L8MUHIS/ref=lp_289867_1_24?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1541623560&sr=1-24
https://www.amazon.com/SHARPAL-101N-Knife-Sharpener-Survival/dp/B01L8MUHIS/ref=lp_289867_1_24?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1541623560&sr=1-24
packeteer
25
Nov 7, 2018
serrations are always better on rope. for a multi purpose blade, 30-50% serrations is sufficient
scarbarough
2
May 16, 2016
I love the look of the knife and how sharp it is, but a few days ago mine stopped opening fully...seems that some of the bearings that help it open smoothly came out and got trapped in a spot that keeps it from opening, making it nearly useless :(
Shua
16
May 17, 2016
scarbaroughI have the same problem. I was just about to write the same thing. It can rust too which bums me out for an edc knife.
raafbloke
31
Oct 8, 2017
G'day All, I got one of these great knives in their last Drop. I've been using and collecting knives for over 50 years and I really admire the work of Ken Onion. And I've got several CRKT knives and machetes. None of them have given me any problems until the Large Eros.
Since I've had it (about5 months, I think) the blade locking mechanism has failed 3 times. The locking bar barely sits in position less than one millimetre.
I've never had a problem with a product purchased through Massdrop. Could someone please let me know what to do. Do I send the knife back to Massdrop or CRKT? I don't want a refund. I'd like the knife I have to be fixed or replaced. I wanted to check first because postage from Australia back to the US is expensive. Kind regards to anyone who'd like to assist with some info.
Cheers, Bill Halliwell Hobart TAS
s4mpson
11
Oct 11, 2017
raafblokeDisassemble it and carefully, CAREFULLY, bend the lock bar towards the center of the knife. You really only need the lockbar to ultimately be moved 1-2mm when you're done adjusting it. That's basically it to adjusting the lockup.
What you have is 'early' lockup and is generally considered a preferable trait. You should see some higher end production pieces, especially russian made and hinderers, the lockup is so early that people are afraid to touch the knife. For the most part the early lockup is just as strong as a 50% lockup regardless of how it looks. There is a limit of course and it's obvious if you can just push the blade and have it jump off the lock.
The lock geometry is more critical than the amount of contact between lockbag and tang. This is outlined by Bob Terzuola in his book: The Tactical Folding Knife. The three points of contact are the stop pin, pivot pin and the contact point between tang and lockface. The shape it creates is a triangle, the strongest shape for load bearing. The tolerances are very tight and critical for an effective lock. The book says the lockface angle should be between 7.5 and 8.5 degrees, more than 10 and it will start slipping off, less than 5 degrees and the lock will jam. Then there is the radius of the lock face, which shouldn't exceed 10 degrees or apparently the lock will start to slip-which has been called lock rolling. Any knife manufacturer not getting sued into oblivion should know all about it.
All locks and the geometries are different and the makers decide the best application for each design. A knife with great lock geometry that locks up solid at 5-10% is better than a poorly made lock with geometries outside acceptable range that locks up at 85%. I have knives that lock up bank vault solid at 5% that I beat the hell out of them. You would probably look at it and think there is no way it's safe, but it is.
What you have is 'early' lockup and is generally considered a preferable trait. You should see some higher end production pieces, especially russian made and hinderers, the lockup is so early that people are afraid to touch the knife. For the most part the early lockup is just as strong as a 50% lockup regardless of how it looks. There is a limit of course and it's obvious if you can just push the blade and have it jump off the lock.
The lock geometry is more critical than the amount of contact between lockbag and tang. This is outlined by Bob Terzuola in his book: The Tactical Folding Knife. The three points of contact are the stop pin, pivot pin and the contact point between tang and lockface. The shape it creates is a triangle, the strongest shape for load bearing. The tolerances are very tight and critical for an effective lock. The book says the lockface angle should be between 7.5 and 8.5 degrees, more than 10 and it will start slipping off, less than 5 degrees and the lock will jam. Then there is the radius of the lock face, which shouldn't exceed 10 degrees or apparently the lock will start to slip-which has been called lock rolling. Any knife manufacturer not getting sued into oblivion should know all about it.
All locks and the geometries are different and the makers decide the best application for each design. A knife with great lock geometry that locks up solid at 5-10% is better than a poorly made lock with geometries outside acceptable range that locks up at 85%. I have knives that lock up bank vault solid at 5% that I beat the hell out of them. You would probably look at it and think there is no way it's safe, but it is.
raafbloke
31
Jan 2, 2018
s4mpsonThank you all for your comments and assistance. I've got partially disabled hands so it's not my thing to go manually fiddling with a mechanism I'm not familiar with, besides I don't think it is the task of the buyer to correct the faults of the supplier. With small US knife companies I've had nothing but outstanding customer service but I don't have a good track record with the large companies. I sent a copy of my post here directly to Massdrop and they most kindly granted me a ONE-OFF refund even though my transaction was long past the refund point. I really appreciate their kind gesture, I'd just rather have a good, reliable knife that is designed by a genius in the industry and one who, I'm sure, would be appalled by the thought that the manufacturer is not keeping up with quality control. I would gladly give back the refund for a reliable, safe knife as it is such a great design and fits a task I have for it perfectly. I'm too old to waste months wrangling with the manufacturer. Sadly, as far as I know there is no one in Tasmania I could send this knife to for a reliable repair. Sending even small knives back and forth to the US has now become even more expensive. Anyway, once again, thank you all for helpful input! Happy New Year from Hobart Tasmania! Cheers, BH
clarkkent
103
May 17, 2016
WavesterYup, and prime shipping :) Doesn't even make sense to buy it from MD, even at the lowest drop point
Wodan
643
Oct 18, 2015
Oh my god another stripper knife. Super hot but no touching :(
Please reconsider the international shipping policy. I've gotten five or six knifes here and never had problems. let people order at their own risk, and make this very clear to anyone ordering a knife. Maybe add a big checkbox in the order process ? But please send me ond of these hotties :(
Lleiwynn
114
Jan 13, 2017
Dammit Massdrop. I'm here for mechanical keyboard stuff and you keep showing me awesome shit in other categories. Sigh.... I'm in.
ISK
552
Oct 23, 2016
Hey everybody - there was a mixup and this drop had to be ended early. For those of you who joined your cards will not be charged. Thank for your understanding!
Remco
5
Oct 19, 2015
At this price I wouldn't have doubted a second to join in. I got the small Eros, which is already awesome if you're looking for a small knife. Please Massdrop, do something about the international shipping policy. I've shipped many knives into the Netherlands and never had any troubles with seizures.
I've missed out on several great knives due to your policy.
I've missed out on several great knives due to your policy.
Protonus
23
Mar 10, 2018
Does any one know what the point of this notch is in the handle scale? Picture is attached with said notch in the center of the photo.
It doesn't really affect the grip at all. Thought maybe it was lightening for precision balance?
It doesn't really affect the grip at all. Thought maybe it was lightening for precision balance?
14themoney
1395
Sep 15, 2018
ProtonusLooks like a notchurally occuring defect. -------------------------Sorry. I don't have a clue. It may have something to do with the mobility of the liner lock, less metal = more flexibility.
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