Recommended Uses For Product | Hunting, Skinning |
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Brand | CRKT |
Model Name | MINIMALIST® |
Special Feature | Foldable |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | CRKT 2387, Sheath, Pamphlet |
Handle Material | Plastic |
Color | Bowie |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Bowie |
Blade Length | 1.25 Inches |
Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
Item Weight | 46 Grams |
Blade Shape | Clip Point |
Blade Edge | Plain |
Item Length | 5.13 Inches |
Manufacturer | Columbia River Knife & Tool |
Part Number | 2387 |
Item Weight | 1.62 ounces |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 2387 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Finish | Bead Blast |
Material | Resin Infused Fiber Handle, 5Cr15MoV Blade |
Pattern | Neck Knife |
Shape | Clip Point |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Measurement System | Imperial |
Special Features | Foldable |
Usage | Inside, Outside |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
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Recommended Uses For Product | Hunting, Skinning |
Brand | CRKT |
Model Name | MINIMALIST® |
Special Feature | Foldable |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | CRKT 2387, Sheath, Pamphlet |
Handle Material | Plastic |
Color | Bowie |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Bowie |
About this item
- Easy To Sharpen: High carbon stainless steel blade takes an edge well
- Minimizes Reflectivity: Bead blast finish reduces reflection
- Strong and Visual: resin infused fiber handle combines strength with visual appeal
- Gear Compatible: Durable thermoplastic sheath with mounting options
- Compact Utility: Lightweight and easy to carry
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Built for VersatilityA variety of blade shapes suits them to any task. |
Comfortable in HandErgonomic Handle makes for a snug grip. |
Carries DiscreetlyA sheath and paracord keep it close at hand around your neck. |
Fits Right in All HandsHandle includes fob for extended grip. |
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Blade Length | 2.13" (53.98 mm) | 2.76" (70.15 mm) | 3.56" (90.50 mm) | 2.15" (54.58 mm) |
Overall Length | 5.13" (130.18 mm) | 5.81" (147.65 mm) | 6.63" (168.28 mm) | 5.19" (131.78 mm) |
Weight | 1.60 oz. (45.36 g) | 2.00 oz. (56.70 g) | 2.40 oz. (68.04 g) | 2.10 oz. (59.53 g) |
Blade Material | 8Cr13MoV | 8Cr13MoV | 8Cr13MoV | 8Cr13MoV |
Handle Material | Glass-Reinforced Nylon | Micarta | Micarta | Micarta |
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ASIN | B0030IT76C |
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4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #19,848 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #5 in Fixed-Blade Knives |
Date First Available | December 13, 2009 |
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Specifically built for anything that needs to be cut. These compact fixed blade neck knives with tough handles come in a variety of different blade styles. In the woods or around the house they feel equally at home.
They’re designed by Alan Folts of Melbourne, FL. A designer and dedicated custom knife instructor with over 20 years' experience, he cares deeply about helping folks learn about knives as tools, and passing along the skills of custom knife making to others.
These svelte dynamos pack a lot into their compact fixed blade knife designs. Available in plain edge Wharncliffe, tanto and Bowie style blades, they rip through a variety of cutting tasks better than most knives of comparable size. You owe it to yourself to see how something so compact can come up so big with such great control.
Let your first two fingers take hold of the polished resin infused fiber handle. Wrap the last two around the cord fob for extra grip. Then see where you can go with it from there. You'll find it's tough to argue against the value of having a knife along with you, especially one as versatile and comfortable as the Minimalist. It's slim in design only, not features.
They all come with a versatile carry sheath. Not that you'll be keeping them in there for long.
Take your favorite with you for when you might need it most—all of the time.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 2.125" (53.98 mm)
Edge: Plain
Steel: 5Cr15MoV
Blade Finish: Bead Blast
Blade Thickness: 0.108" (2.74 mm)
Grind: Hollow
Open Length: 5.13" (130.3 mm)
Weight: 1.6 oz (45.36g)
Handle: Polished Resin Infused Fiber
Style: Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath
Sheath Material: Glass-Reinforced Nylon
Sheath Weight: 0.5 oz (14.17g).
From the Manufacturer
Alan Folts is a knife maker and metalworker in Greenville, N.C., who makes a remarkable range of custom objects, including titanium chopsticks. His Minimalist neck knives have proven to be very popular, so we are now offering three CRKT production versions. They are very small and lightweight knives which give surprising comfort and control, thanks to the unusual geometry of the full-tang blades, aided by three finger choils, friction grooves for the thumb, hand-contoured green-black Micarta scales, and a braided fob. Unlike many small neck knives, this handle is really functional for a wide variety of daily cutting tasks. Each Minimalist comes with a custom-fitted Zytel sheath and neck paracord for inverted carry as a neck knife. The knife is held securely in place by a positive detent which locks the base of the blade in place for maximum safety. Because the knife and sheath weigh about two ounces together, it is a personal carry you will barely notice. Minimalist Bowie. We offer this deep-bellied clip-point Bowie style 2-1/8-Inch blade for those who desire a classic hunting knife blade shape. The Minimalist Bowie makes a great wilderness carry, and can be used for camp chores, cooking, and even skinning and dressing in a pinch. It is also an excellent survival knife. True to their name, these really are minimal fixed blades, but they are also the most useful for their size that we have seen. And they are certainly a great value, which explains why the Minimalist family continues to grow.
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Customers like the quality, size and value of the knife. They mention that it's a fantastic little EDC blade, it fits great in the hand and that it’s well worth the price. They also appreciate the comfort, weight and ergonomics of the product.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pocket knife. They mention that it is a mighty fine little knife, super sharp, and a great neck knife for its size. They are also impressed with the design, and ergonomics. Overall, customers recommend it as a good knife for EDC.
"...Grip: Exceptionally well designed 5/5 in this area. I have medium to large sized hands and it indexes perfectly where I need it to be...." Read more
"...All in all, this is a good knife for edc and I would highly reccomend it. I am interested in the Wharncliffe style blade and maybe the CRKT S.P.E.W." Read more
"...But this is a mighty fine little knife. The sheath fits it snugly and I don't worry about the knife coming loose even when it hangs upside down...." Read more
"...The included zytel sheath/holster is very durable and fits the blade snugly. When inserted, the knife locks in to prevent accidental removal...." Read more
Customers like the size of the knife. They say it fits great in the hand, the sharp blade snaps nicely into sheath, and it's just the right size and weight for a horizontal belt carry for weapon. It's also a good size for EDC and because of its unique handle. The knife stays snug in the kydex holder no matter how much jumping, running, or crawling they do. The fit and finish are fantastic, and the grooves are comfortable and sit perfectly in their hand. Overall, customers are happy with the size and quality of the product.
"...to recommend Its light, feels great in the hand and has an attractive fit and finish...." Read more
"...fingers barely fit in the three holes on the knife, but it’s a good enough fit where I’ve only cut myself once and that was my fault...." Read more
"...It carries itself like a larger blade and has been up to all the small tasks I have out it through: opening boxes/mail; carving and whittling a..." Read more
"...But this is a mighty fine little knife. The sheath fits it snugly and I don't worry about the knife coming loose even when it hangs upside down...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the knife. They say it's a decent purchase, and well worth the price. Customers also mention that it'd make a great small gift or stocking stuffer.
"...I think all of mine have it so that was a huge plus for such a low cost knife and the design is awesome as well with the green and black..." Read more
"Pros: good size for EDC, well-built, comes with a fitted holster, nicely priced..." Read more
"Very nice quality neck knife. Great value for a useful tool." Read more
"...The CRKT Folts Minimalist is a superb value. It's rock solid, and has a very sharp blade. Shaving even the thinnest arm hair was no problem...." Read more
Customers find the weight of the knife to be comfortable and easy to carry around all day. They say it's small and lightweight, making it easy to conceal. Customers also mention that the knife is easy to strap to a backpack and is a good everyday carry for simple tasks like opening boxes.
"...The knife is so lightweight that I forget I am wearing it. It has a thin profile and remains hidden under my shirt; it doesn't protrude out at all...." Read more
"...Also this thing is light, as if you can't tell from the specs. I forget it's there...." Read more
"This little guy fits so nice in the hand it is amazing! Sleek, light weight, ergonomic, and super handy...." Read more
"...Overall the knife and sheath are small and light enough to wear under my t-shirt for those times I don't want it swinging away from me while I'm..." Read more
Customers find the comfort of the knife to be great. They say the finger grooves are comfortable and sit perfectly in their hand. They also say the scales are smooth enough to be comfortable but still provide grip. Customers also say that the knife is light and slim, making it comfortable in their pocket.
"...purchase and I would not hesitate to recommend Its light, feels great in the hand and has an attractive fit and finish...." Read more
"...The ergonomics of the handle are well thought out and even though there is only enough room for 3 fingers, it feels good in my hand, remaining..." Read more
"...The horizontal orientation is more comfortable, but it would make it more obvious that you're carrying a knife, since the handle will stick out..." Read more
"...and they're always impressed with the quality, design, and ergonomics." Read more
Customers find the sharpening of the blade to be easy. They mention that it holds its edge well, and is easy to sharpen. Some say that the blade is razor sharp out of the box, and can be sharpened extremely fast and easy. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of sharpenability of the product.
"...The benefit to softer cheaper steels is just that, super easy to sharpen and strop and usually if the edge is there that is all it takes is a good..." Read more
"...The blade holds its edge decently and takes a keen edge with little effort. It is a great looking knife as well...." Read more
"...unique handle, it's good for encounters, ensuring that the knife doesn't get stripped...." Read more
"...'s great for whittling walking sticks, also a hobby, although it is quite sharp and has drawn its share of blood from my fingers...." Read more
Customers like the grip of the knife. They say it has a really good grip, it fits perfectly in their hand, and their fingers fall right into the proper grip position. They also say the handle is comfortable and easy to control, and the texture and grip on the handle are great. Customers also love the Micarta grips, which are secure without being too tight. The top of the blade has
"...But I digress. The grips are wonderfully made to saddle the shape of my first three fingers and provide a sure hold...." Read more
"...I really enjoy the texture and grip on the handle; as someone with smaller hands, I have no issue with the grip and it fits in my hand like a glove...." Read more
"...The grip is perfect for my smaller hands. I wanted something lighter and more easily accessible for hiking and backpacking...." Read more
"...I have large hands and although the knife is small if grips perfectly with no chance of slipping and cutting yourself...." Read more
Customers like the stability of the product. They say the sheath holds the knife securely, and the blade holds its edge very well. The sheathed holds the blade snugly, and only a firm tug will release it. The knife is durable and made of good quality zytel, and it holds the edge very nicely. The plastic sheathing locks the blade in very well, and will not fall out easily. It stays secure in the shear but isn't difficult to remove.
"...for belt or outsude the pocket carry and can be mounted for horizontal or vertical carry...." Read more
"...When inserted, the knife locks in to prevent accidental removal...." Read more
"...It was my favorite, for the size and the ability to store it sideways on your belt instead of vertical, and it could be changed as needed...." Read more
"...small, sharp blade snaps nicely into sheath and does not budge till you want it to, i suspect that i will not lose this one because of a poorly..." Read more
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It came today rather dull, I was fairly disappointed as I had seen so many reviews with "razor sharp" edges.
I am hoping to take a strop to it tonight and see if I can refine an edge to it. The edge is there but it takes a bit more force than it should on a paper slice and paracord test.
The wrist lanyard is kind of useless so I already took that off its done with a very minimal strand count threading and it is more along the lines of the material used in those friendship bracelet/toe rings you saw when you were a kid in the 90s.
Grip: Exceptionally well designed 5/5 in this area. I have medium to large sized hands and it indexes perfectly where I need it to be. The bottom of the tang sits right between my ring finger and pinkey and its perfect. I am a huge fan of micarta on knives... I think all of mine have it so that was a huge plus for such a low cost knife and the design is awesome as well with the green and black lines.
Steel: Its a soft cheap steel. I am not a steel snob and for 13 bucks no one needs to be. There are pros and cons to different types of steel and well, I dont plan on batoning wood with this thing or doing harsh things to the edge so once I refine the edge a bit I am sure I will be happy with it. The benefit to softer cheaper steels is just that, super easy to sharpen and strop and usually if the edge is there that is all it takes is a good strop block or belt.
Sheath: I give it a 4 out of 5 but for the price its a perfectly acceptable piece. Its molded nylon/plastic and the sheath is molded for the tanto, dont be alarmed the blade tip means nothing in a hard sheath its all about how the lower end of the knife is held for retention so that is fine.
Comes with a belt loop that looks cheap and small so Im not sure if Ill even bother with it but it may be a decent backup.
Its my first neck knife, so I am excited and overall I think it was a great purchase and I would not hesitate to recommend Its light, feels great in the hand and has an attractive fit and finish.
But you may need to hone that blade when you get it and just chop off the useless lanyard thing.
EDIT*** I took it to my strop block and the edge is nice and sharp.
Like most people with little knife experience, bigger was better. My first fishing knife was one of those survival knives that was hollow. You filled it with SURVIVAL GEAR then butchered every bait or fish you managed to catch. Somehow I learned to filet the delicate flounder that we regularly caught, but as I grew up, I realized that a knife didn't have to be big to be effective.
I love to hunt and fish, especially fly fish, which is where I learned that bigger is not better. My best trout, a ten pound wild rainbow was caught on a size 18 royal coachman. I subsequently butchered the fish with my gigantic survival knife. A guide I hired the next year pulled this tiny neck knife out and magically filleted a smaller brookie I managed to fool into taking another of my flies this becoming an amazing brookside lunch.
He was also an avid hunter and when I inquired about the small knife, he told me that his tiny kneck knife was responsible for skinning dozens of deer and wild game.
A few years ago I started to hunt again. I saw this knife, the Bowie and thought I'd give it a whirl. Sadly my hunting skills aren't as good as the quality of my knife. However, I use it exclusively to skin all of my kills and at times, depending on the size of the game, i'll use it to butcher the animal.
It works like a charm and needs minimal sharpening. Now i'm not saying i'd break down a black bear, moose, elk or even a white tail, but i'm convinced that this Bowie could handle the task.
I do prefer my Chinese stainless steel meat cleaver for heavier tasks. That chops right through bone and grizzle like a champ.
But on smaller game, squirrel, rabbit, frogs and some pan fish, this is the only knife I use. It's great for whittling walking sticks, also a hobby, although it is quite sharp and has drawn its share of blood from my fingers.
My son decided that he wants to join me this year so I decided to get him his own neck knife. When i showed it to him, his first reaction was to scoff and reach for his own ten inch survival knife. After some instruction, he fell in love with MY knife and I practically had to pry it from his hands. So now he'll have his own. He's "BORROWED" mine on several occasions to take to work. He is a union bridge painter and uses his Gerber pocket knife I got him several years ago for the smaller tasks. But after seeing how this little work horse cuts through thick tarp and heavy rope with little effort, I felt it was his turn to own his own.
My only negative, although not enough to detract any stars, is the length of paracord. It's cheap and can be very dangerous. I immediately replaced it with a length of American military paracord and rather than tie a knot in the back, thus ensuring a perfect noose to hang oneself from, I used a breakaway necklace fastener to close the paracord together.
Yes, it's not as strong as a paranoid knot, but dangling from a neck knife cord until I saw the bright light is not what I consider a good time.
I understand that there is now a chance for it to open and fall from my neck, but I fixed that by pulling out a six inch length of single strand paracord from the inside of a leftover length of cord. I tie a knot on either side of the clasp and should I become entangled in it, it has a fifty pound breaking strength. Possibly more, but not enough to hang me or my son.
In not so sure of the sheath yet. I've worn it dozens of times without any failure, but I just have little trust in plastic. I read where someone used a hair dryer to tighten the fit. Personally I do not believe a hair dryer has enough heat, so tomorrowi'll break out my paint stripping heat gun. Let that form a tighter seal so I feel more secure.
If I ruin it, i'll just put it in my sons box and blame Amazon. Then come up with a dozen excuses as to not return it.
Then a few screws, some duct tape and it's good as new.
If your in the market for a good reliable neck knife that can pull double duty cutting rope, fish, pesky neighbors tires(I'M JOKING. THEY ALL HAVE CAMERAS. Geesh, lighten up. It's not like they wouldn't know who I was, even if I wore a mask. If you ever saw me you'd understand immediately)
Get this knife. Get two. I've never beaten on the knife to split wood, so if you're going to do that, maybe that ole hollow ten inch survival knife is the knife for you. But if you want a sharp reliable knife, get this and get it quick.
The survival of the free world depends on you buying this knife.
Or not.
You won't (shouldn't. There's always that one guy who is never satisfied regardless of how amazing a product turns out) regret it.
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January 18th 2021.
I've had this knife for some time now and would like to update my review.
I have a rustic house in Vermont on 34 acres that I hunt and seem to constantly be fixing or adapting something new within the cabin.
I was turkey hunting last spring then small game during the summer then Chucky bear and deer hunting in the winter time. No I wish I was a good a hunter is the snipers, because I got shut out by every animal, except the small game. The neck knife hung from my neck the entire year when I was up there. I have a nail in one of the beams and as soon as I leave I take it off and hang it and as soon as I return and replace it around my neck, and there it stays the whole time I’m in my house.
I carry a Gerber pocket knife with a half serrated and half street blade That I keep razor sharp with my rat tail files and wet stones. It seems that I use that knife several times a day nearly every day. Just for household chores or something in my backyard where I live or just basic rope cutting and helping my little shop where I try to build things with all my tools.
When I get to my house in Vermont, the Gerber knife really comes out of my pocket. but I use The neck knife probably a dozen times a day. To cut cardboard for the burn pile to make my walking sticks, which every time I go up there I make a new stick. I called the therapy, and I gave a decent stick out of it each time.
I have very large hands very large fingers and my first three fingers barely fit in the three holes on the knife, but it’s a good enough fit where I’ve only cut myself once and that was my fault. As the saying goes no knife is yours, until you spills your own blood on it. And sadly most of my lives of mine because I have a tendency of cutting myself.
I’ve skinned out dozens of squirrels rabbits another small game this year. Butchering the birds to remove the bones so I can smoke the birds whole without the bones. On a normal knife that with the blade within minutes, but I literally just tested my knife and it was able to shave the hair of my arm.
I got it in scaled over 100 fish this summer and countless small game and the knife is like brand new. The sheath is still as tight as it was from day one, but I also check it regularly to make sure that is still tight.
I’m not sure with the power cord in the end of the knife is meant for but it doesn’t seem to get in the way or affect me in anyway. I wouldn’t count on it to help me in survival situation, but I guess it’s nice to have a little bit of string just in case.
After opening up my Walmart app, this knife was the first item displayed. The price was nearly double as that on Amazon and it had terrible reviews. I know better, I read every review when I buy a product from Amazon in this many times that I’ve disagreed with the reviews as I did with the Walmart reviews.
because it was brought to my attention again, I think it’s time to buy several more, in case I break them or lose them. I have a tendency to overwork my tools. I’ve use this knife to chip out rocks that run through my property and again it’s still as sharp as when I was taken from the box.
Buy this knife. by two. Then double it in by four because anybody who sees it is going to want one. I have several neck knives that I bought and those are hanging on the wall in the garage. None of them get any time except for one that I like to use the scale fish. Discover larger profile blade that scales fish quickly. The snow foot skills fish as well, but it’s a small knife so it takes much longer to Scale large fish.
This may not be the best knife, but it’s the best night for me, and I’ll use it to a day I die and I want to be buried with it.