CRKT has a rich history of collaborating with some of the finest designers in the industry to create distinctive, premium-quality knives. Their recent collaboration with renowned designer Richard Rogers, celebrated for his minimalist, functional approach, continues this tradition, bringing us a lineup of expertly crafted EDC folding knives. This lineup, which includes the Pup, Q, and Persian folding knives, boasts unique design elements that’ll make each of these knives a standout addition to any EDC rotation, and even better, each design comes in two versions to suit your style and budget. Here’s how each of the knives stands out:
Pup Slip Joint and Pup Liner Lock
The Pup series delivers reliable performance in a conveniently small package. The premium Pup slip joint sports a stunning acid-etched 2.09″ Damasteel blade with a Super Dense Twist pattern housed in a sturdy titanium-carbon fiber handle. This slip joint design delivers a familiar, satisfying snap, with its streamlined front flipper that delivers quick and smooth blade deployment, an impressive feature for a knife of its size. The Pup liner lock offers a more budget-friendly option with Glass-Reinforced Nylon handle (GRN) scales and AUS-10 steel, plus a traditional spine flipper for quick deployment. Both models are impressively lightweight, with the titanium version at 1.1 oz. and the GRN version at 1.2 oz.
Q Frame Lock and Q Compact Liner Lock
The Q and Q Compact embody Richard Rogers’ signature style: minimalist yet refined. The limited edition full-size Q was made in Italy and boasts a plain-edge 3.31″ bead-blasted blade cut from premium MagnaCut steel held in a titanium-carbon fiber handle that’s both rugged and sleek. A floating backspacer adds a splash of detail to this design, and the pocket clip allows for secure carry. The Q Compact mirrors this aesthetic in a streamlined package, featuring a 2.95″ S35VN blade with a durable aluminum handle outfitted with G-10 inlays and a liner lock mechanism. Both knives deliver a seamless blend of performance and elegance, making them essential additions for those who appreciate understated, high-caliber design in their everyday carry.
Persian Frame Lock
The upgraded Persian Frame Lock takes the traditional Persian knife design and enhances it with premium materials and refined details. Now equipped with milled titanium handles and carbon fiber inlays, this model features a premium MagnaCut blade with a dramatic “harpoon Persian” shape that matches its handle, adding a more aggressive touch to its design. Slightly larger than its predecessor, it boasts a bead-blasted, plain-edge 3.51″ blade for more demanding tasks. It also sports a flipper for fast opening and a robust frame lock that secures the blade with unwavering reliability. This limited edition upgrade is engineered to deliver a blend of elegance and power, and it’s perfect for those who want a tough, high-performance EDC knife that’s equally stylish.
