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CRKT M16-14ZSF Outdoor Folding Knife M16-14ZSF

CRKT M16-14ZSF Outdoor Folding Knife M16-14ZSF

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The CRKT M16-14ZSF Desert Tactical Folding Knife is engineered to perform reliably under demanding conditions. Built around a super-rigid InterFrame construction with 420J2 stainless steel liners and desert camo glass-reinforced nylon scales, it features a 3.99-inch tanto-style AUS 8 stainless steel blade with a non-reflective bead-blast finish and Triple Point Serrations for aggressive cutting power.

Equipped with dual Carson Flippers that form a protective hilt when deployed, the folder includes an automated liner safety mechanism that sets a secondary pin behind the locking liner to prevent accidental disengagement. Smooth manual opening is facilitated by ambidextrous thumb studs and lubrous pivot washers, making this robust Big Dog model a dependable choice for tactical, outdoor, and heavy utility tasks.

Key Features

Brand CRKT
Model Name M16®-14ZSF
Model Number M16-14ZSF
Product Type Folding Knife
Blade Material AUS 8 Stainless Steel
Blade Length 3.99 in
Blade Thickness 0.14 in
Blade Shape Tanto Point
Blade Edge Triple Point Serrations™ / Combo Edge
Blade Finish Bead Blast
Handle Material Glass Reinforced Nylon
Liner Material 420J2 Stainless Steel
Lock Type Liner Lock with Automated Liner Safety
Closed Length 5.38 in
Overall Length 9.25 in
Item Weight 6.3 oz
Opening Mechanism Manual Flipper / Dual Thumb Studs
Hand Orientation Ambidextrous
Designer Kit Carson
Product Care Instructions Hand Wash Only

Highlights

  • Safe And Secure: Automated liner safety provides extra layer of lock security
  • Cutting Power: Triple Point serrations cut fibrous materials with ease
  • Strong And Lightweight: Glass-reinforced nylon handle is durable and lightweight
  • Designed by Kit Carson in Vine Grove, Kentucky
  • Versatile Use: Built tough for use around the house, in the garage or at the shop

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Materials & care

Hand wash only. Keep the blade clean, dry thoroughly after exposure to moisture, and occasionally lubricate the pivot washers with knife oil to maintain smooth manual action.

How to use

Deploy the blade smoothly using either the dual Carson Flippers or the ambidextrous thumb studs until the liner lock engages. To close, pull back the automated safety lever, push the locking liner to the side, and carefully pivot the blade into the handle.

Frequently asked questions

What type of steel is used for the blade?

The blade is constructed from AUS 8 stainless steel with a non-reflective bead-blast finish.

How does the automated liner safety work?

The automated liner safety places a pin between the locking liner and the frame during deployment to prevent accidental closure. To close the knife, pull back the red safety lever and slide the locking liner over.

What are the blade dimensions?

The tanto blade has a length of 3.99 inches and a thickness of 0.14 inches.

What handle material does this knife feature?

The handle scales are made of durable glass-reinforced nylon built over 420J2 stainless steel liners.

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