| The CRKT Gallagher Badger folding knives have been | | | | point". At first glance it almost looks like the knife has |
| getting rave reviews for their affordability and | | | | a small gut hook, but this is not the case. This |
| top-notch performance. I have always enjoyed | | | | feature is used to keep the blade light, while |
| Columbia River Knife and Tool so I decided to get | | | | maintaining a strong spine and even weight |
| one of my own. Here are my thoughts on the knife: | | | | distribution. |
| What I like about the knife: | | | | 5. The knife's handle not only looks fantastic, but |
| 1. CRKT uses their patented "Outburst" assisted | | | | feels great in your hands. CRKT uses layers of green |
| opening mechanism, which flings the blade all the way | | | | and black G-10, which provides an excellent |
| open once you've opened it about 30 degrees. This | | | | sand-paper like grip and is tough as nails. |
| feature is helpful for emergency personnel and law | | | | What I didn't like: |
| enforcement that have no time to waste. | | | | The Badgers are not made with and ambidextrous |
| 2. 5Cr15MoV high carbon stainless steel makes up the | | | | pocket clip. With such a unique and practical design, I |
| Badger's blade. My knife came hair-shaving sharp right | | | | would like it to be available for lefties also. |
| out of the box. The non-reflective black oxide | | | | Overall: |
| coating will help to prevent your blade from rusting. | | | | With a suggested retail value of $59.95, The CRKT |
| 3. At 2.85 inches, this blade is the perfect length for | | | | Gallagher Badger folding knives give you a whole lot |
| everyday carry and/or light utility work. Large enough | | | | of bang for your buck. They open in a flash, look |
| to get most jobs done, but small enough to not get | | | | very cool and are built to last a lifetime. I recommend |
| you arrested. | | | | these knives for everyday carry, or to be the next |
| 4. You will notice that the Gallagher Badger has a | | | | addition to your knife collection. |
| very unique blade style. CRKT calls it a "notched drop | | | | |