- K.I.S.S. Keep. It. Super. Simple..
- Less Is More: Innovative two-piece design: Blade and frame.
- Minimizes Reflectivity: Bead blast finish reduces reflection.
- Designed by Ed Halligan in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for every day carry around the home or office.
Product Description
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There's nothing like the real thing.
The Original K.I.S.S., with its Tanto-inspired blade and
bead-blast finish, is the revolutionary high-tech statement by
makers' Guild member and K.I.S.S. designer "Daddy K.I.S.S."
Ed Halligan. It stands for "Keep It Super Simple." It's one honey
of a , precision fine blanked for superior fit and smooth
operation.
Like all folding knives in the K.I.S.S. family, Ed Halligan's
unique two-piece construction features an integral frame lock,
and a breakthrough design which seals the cutting edge against
the handle.
A thumb stud is used to one-hand open the blade, and as the blade
is fully rotated open, the frame lock snaps crisply in behind the
blade to give a sound lockup. The blade can be closed with one
hand, simply by releasing the frame lock.
The Original K.I.S.S. blade shape is Tanto-inspired—Chisel-Point
grind on the front and flat on the backside—so that when the
blade is closed onto its handle/frame, the precision fit
effectively "seals" the cutting edge to the frame, even though
it's exposed. Both Razor-Sharp and Combined Razor-Sharp and
Triple-Point Serrated edge grinds are available. Both blade and
frame are 3CR13 stainless steel in a fine bead-blast finish.
The design of the K.I.S.S. series pocket/money clip permits them
to be used in a variety of ways: clipped to the pocket; as a
money clip ; and with split-ring or lanyard, as a key chain
.
In the wake of the success of the K.I.S.S., a flock of imitators
has appeared; none offers the simple elegance of Ed Halligan's
original design, and none offers the value of CRKT quality
manufacturing. In fact, the more Ed's design is imitated, the
better it looks.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 2.25" (57.18 mm)
Edge: Plain
Steel: 3Cr13
Blade Finish: Bead Blast
Blade Thickness: 0.11" (2.74 mm)
Grind: Chisel
Closed Length: 3.50" (88.82 mm)
Open Length: 5.75" (146.05 mm)
Weight: 2.2 oz (62.37g)
Handle: Stainless Steel
Style: Folding with Frame Lock
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The original K.I.S.S. pocket folding , designed by Ed
Halligan (view larger
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).
The Original K.I.S.S., with its Tanto-inspired blade and
bead-blast finish, is the revolutionary high-tech statement by
makers' Guild member and K.I.S.S. designer Ed Halligan. One
honey of a , the K.I.S.S. ("Keep It Super Simple.") is
precision fine blanked for superior fit and smooth operation. It
can used in a variety of ways: clipped to the pocket, as a money
clip , and with split-ring or lanyard as a key chain .
Integral frame lock seals the cutting edge against the handle
(view larger
( https://images-na.ssl-images-.com/images/G/01/th/us/crkt/crkt-5500-fold-lg.jpg )
). Like all folding knives in the K.I.S.S. family, Ed Halligan's
unique two-piece construction features an integral frame lock,
and a breakthrough design which seals the cutting edge against
the handle. A thumb stud is used to open the blade with one hand.
And as the blade is fully rotated open, the frame lock snaps
crisply in behind the blade to give a sound lockup. The blade can
be closed with one hand, simply by releasing the frame lock.
The Original K.I.S.S. blade shape is Tanto-inspired —
chisel-Point grind on the front and flat on the backside — so
that when the blade is closed onto its handle/frame, the
precision fit effectively "seals" the cutting edge to the frame,
even though it's exposed. This version comes with a razor-sharp
edge, and both the blade and frame are 420J2 stainless steel in a
fine bead-blast finish.
Designer Info
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Ed Halligan "Big Daddy K.I.S.S." was the second noted maker
to work with CRKT. After 37 years as an aircraft technician with
Delta Airlines, he founded Halligan Knives in Sharpsburg,
Georgia, in 1985. He is the inventor of the K.I.S.S. (Keep It
Super Simple) single-sided series, which has been widely
copied, and has been translating his custom versions of it into
CRKT production knives, which have proven to be exceptionally
popular with enthusiasts and the general public.
Specifications
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Blade Material & Finish 420J2 stainless steel, bead blasted
Blade Style & Edge Tanto style with chisel-point grind and
razor-sharp edge Handle Material 420J2 stainless steel Lock
Mechanism Integral frame lock Dimensions Open length — 5.75
inches
Closed length — 3.5 inches
Blade length — 2.25 inches Weight 2.3 ounces
About Columbia River & Tool
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Founded by Rod Bremer in 1994 and based in Oregon, Columbia River
& Tool (CRKT) offers a broad line of sport, work, and
professional knives and tools that are purpose driven designs.
All CRKT knives and tools are built incorporating the most
advanced equipment and production systems available. And the most
innovative custom makers and designers in the industry have
created CRKT , tool and accessory products.
5500 K.I.S.S. in the Dark 2.25-Inch Razor-Sharp Blade
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At a Glance
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* Tanto inspired chisel point grind blade
* Unique flat backside to the blade so when closed it precisely
fits onto the frame
* Can also be used as a money clip
* Designed by Ed Halligan
* Backed by a limited lifetime warranty
Can be used as a money clip (view larger
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From the Manufacturer
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K.I.S.S made by Columbia River and Tool is a razor sharp
folding and money clip. The Tanto inspired chisel point
grind has a unique flat backside to the blade so when closed it
precisely fits onto the frame not allowing it to cut anything
even though the is exposed.
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