Engineered specifically for close quarters combat, the Otanashi noh Ken is a folding combat knife that exceeds expectations in both performance and design. Crafted to meet a request from SOCOM, this larger, thinner blade offers heightened functionality without compromising on portability.
Drawing inspiration from the Osoraku style made famous by 16th-century Samurai warlord Takeda Shingen, this knife boasts an efficient and effective design that ensures optimal cutting efficacy in tactical scenarios. With a longer blade length than its Hissatsu Folder counterpart, the Otanashi noh Ken remains remarkably slim, allowing for effortless everyday carry.
Designed with the needs of professional operators in mind, this knife features a deep, inconspicuous carry clip, enabling convenient and discreet placement. Its frame lock design guarantees unbeatable strength and simplicity, ensuring secure and reliable usage during intense operations.
With James Williams' extensive background in worldwide military Special Operations and classical Samurai training, the Otanashi noh Ken embodies unparalleled expertise. Crafted with stainless steel (AUS8) for exceptional durability, this knife will perform flawlessly when your safety hangs in the balance.
Don't settle for subpar tools in critical situations. Invest in the CRKT Otanashi noh Ken and experience the precision, reliability, and confidence that only a master-crafted combat knife can provide.
Specifications | |
Blade Thickness | 0.16 |
Brand | CRKT |
Designer | James Williams |
Model | Otanashi noh Ken |
Model Number | 2906 |
Opener | Thumb Disc |
Blade Color | Black |
Blade Edge | Plain |
Blade Length | 4.52 |
Blade Material | AUS-8 |
Closed Length | 5.61 |
Handle Color | Black |
Handle Material | G-10, Stainless Steel |
Knife Weight | 6.4 |
Knife Type | Folding |
Lock Type | Frame lock |
Pocket Clip Include | Yes |
Point | Clip |
Sheath Included | No |
Total Length | 10.13 |
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