Spyderco Karahawk Emerson Karambit Folding Knife C170GBBKP
Spyderco Karahawk is not just another pocket knife – when you pull it out, it radiates power, efficiency, and confidence. Its shape and design make it distinctive, yet still discreet. A true tool for those who want exceptional control and style.
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Detailed product description
Spyderco Karahawk Emerson Karambit C170GBBKP – This black beast has style and power
The Spyderco Karahawk C170GBBKP highlights the best of the traditional Southeast Asian karambit and brings it into a folding format with contemporary design and the Emerson Wave opening feature. It is a knife made for fast, instinctive use – when drawn from the pocket, the Emerson Wave hook catches on the seam and the blade deploys automatically. The robust 58 mm VG-10 blade with a reverse hawkbill shape and black TiCN coating delivers maximum cutting power while remaining corrosion resistant.
📐 Technical parameters
Closed length 114 mm (4.5″)
Designer Sal Glesser & Emerson Wave design Ernest Emerson
Key parameters
Overall length
cca 64.96" (165 cm)
Blade length
cca 22.83" (58 cm)
Weight
cca 3.81 oz (~ 108 g)
Clip
Reverzibilní hourglass, tip-up, pro praváky i leváky
Steel
VG-10, TiCN black povrch
Opening
Emerson Wave + SpyderHole (hole pro palec, ~13 mm)
Handle
Texturované black G‑10 na skeletových liners
Blade thickness
cca 0.1" (2,5 mm)
Blade shape
Hawkbill (karambit) s plochým (saber) výbrusem
Production
Japan (Seki City)
Lock
Back-Lock s Boye Dent pojistkou
Key benefits
- Fast, instinctive opening thanks to the Emerson Wave, reliable even with gloves.
- Karambit design that allows a finger-through-ring grip – extremely secure and safe.
- Quality VG‑10 with black TiCN coating for excellent durability and a discreet appearance.
- Emotional impact and style that make this knife more than a tool – it is a statement of power and control.
- 🔴 Limitations
- The hawkbill profile is not universal for all tasks, but rather suited to specific cuts.
- The karambit style is not legal everywhere; it depends on local laws.
- The price is higher, but that matches its sophisticated functionality.
Maintenance and care
Clean the blade and mechanism with a dry cloth and occasionally a small brush.
Lubrication: a drop of oil on the pivot/back-lock will keep operation smooth.
Sharpening: use a round sharpener or ceramic rod, respecting the hawkbill shape.
- 💬 What users say
- “THIS IS STILL THE KING OF WAVED K‑BITS… ridiculously thin and comes in right under 4 ounces.”
- “The Karahawk… my favorite of all time. Nothing compares.”
- ❤️ Emotional appeal
Spyderco Karahawk is not just another pocket knife – when you pull it out, it radiates power, efficiency, and confidence. Its shape and design make it distinctive, yet still discreet. A true tool for those who want exceptional control and style.
- Final verdict
The Spyderco Karahawk C170GBBKP combines the traditional karambit, modern Emerson Wave functionality, and precise Japanese manufacturing into one striking whole. For fans of this specific knife style who want a fast, secure, and visually attractive tool, the Karahawk is a unique choice. If you are looking for a knife that looks and works differently – this is a bullseye.
Customer reviews
All 147 reviews →4,8
★★★★★
147 reviews · Heureka verified
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