Description
🔪 CRKT Squid™ Compact Stonewashed 2485K Folding Knife
Compact, rugged, and ready for anything, the CRKT Squid Compact is the smaller sibling of the legendary Squid, but don’t let its size fool you—the power and reliability remain.
⚙️ Specifications:
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Total length: 11.81 cm
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Blade length: 4.44 cm
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Blade thickness: 2.7 mm
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Weight: 82g
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Blade material: 8Cr13MoV
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Steel hardness: 58–60 HRC
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Handle material: Stainless steel
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Surface treatment of the blade: Stonewashed
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Blade shape: Drop Point
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Opening: Thumb stud
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Lock: Frame Lock
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Clip: Deep carry, right side
💎 Benefits:
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Compact dimensions ideal for EDC
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High-quality 8Cr13MoV steel – holds the edge well, is easy to sharpen
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Stonewashed surface masks minor scratches
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Durable all-metal construction
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Minimalistic yet functional design
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Reliable Frame Lock – secure blade locking
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Deep carry clip – the knife sits discreetly in your pocket
🧼 Grinding and maintenance:
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Sharpening: It is recommended to sharpen at an angle of 20°–22°, ideally with a diamond or ceramic sharpener.
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Maintenance: Clean the joint parts regularly, apply a drop of lubricant (e.g. Nanoprotech or Ballistol), store in a dry place.
⚖️ Comparison with competitors:
Model | Blade length | Steel | Opening | Lock | Weight |
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CRKT Squid Compact | 60mm | 8Cr13MoV | Thumb stud | Frame Lock | 82g |
Kershaw Chive | 44 mm | 420HC | Pinball | Frame Lock | 50g |
Boker Plus Subcom | 53 mm | AUS-8 | Thumb stud | Frame Lock | 70g |
The Squid Compact excels in being robust in a pocket-sized package. It has a simple but effective design with no frills – exactly what most EDC users will appreciate.
🎁 Package contents:
- CRKT Squid Compact 2485K knife
- Original box with CRKT logo
- Instructions for use and maintenance
❤️ Conclusion:
Less is sometimes more. And the CRKT Squid Compact proves it down to the last detail. When you need something small that works like a big knife – reach for it. Perfect for your pocket, backpack, or as a backup. And yet it will never feel like a “backup”.
🎯 Squid Compact – an essential piece for your EDC arsenal. Surprisingly small. Surprisingly capable. Exactly what you need.
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