FREE! Gun Magazine Download! Rendezvous Roundup is now available! CLICK HERE Close The CRKT Provoke is one of the most innovative and intriguing folding karambits ever created. The moment I tried one for the first time, I was instantly transported back to my childhood with the transformers cartoon and toys. It was so addictive that I couldn’t put it down. It was like an adult fidget spinner. CRKT now makes the Provoke compact, making it easier to carry. RELATED STORY: Shootout Automatic Knives and Benchmade Claymore The CRKT Provoke Compact The Provoke Compact uses the same patented Kinematic opening mechanism as the original. To open it, place your thumb in the ring with a forward or reverse grip. For enhanced traction, place your thumb in line to the upper crossbar. The mechanism will open by applying pressure to the crossbar. The blade is locked once it is open by a discrete slide locking mechanism located just ahead of the ring. It takes two hands to close the lock, one to hold it and one to remove it. The lock was a bit stiffer on the Compact than on the full-size model. It takes a little longer to release the lock. The Compact measures 6.63 inches when opened. This is significantly smaller than the original 7.25-inch Compact. The blade is made of D2 tool steel. It measures 2.26 inches in length. This blade is legal in nearly all jurisdictions. It’s a good idea, however, to check your local laws and ordinances regarding the carriage of a karambit. Original (top), Compact. The Provoke, unlike most chisel grinders, has a full edge bevel. The shorter handle is a big improvement. The original handle was 4.96 inches long and put my hand far away from the blade. The Compact’s 4.54-inch handle fits perfectly in my hand and places me closer to the blade. Thus, providing better control. The Provoke Compact is lighter to make it easier to carry. The handle thickness of the original is.416 inches, while the Compact has a thickness of.351 inches. The original had a blade stock of.209 inches, while the Compact has a thickness of.15 inches. The Compact is only 4.40 ounces in weight, while the original weighs 6.1 ounces. This is a significant difference in the pocket and around the neck. The original pocket clip is still used in the Compact. The pocket clip wraps around the ring and is placed inside a channel that runs around the flat. Once you are ready for the Provoke to be placed back in your pocket, press down on its jimped end. The clip will rise out of the channel, and you can place it on your pant pocket lip. (Photo by CRKT). However, I had a problem when I was drawing the Provoke in 2019 when I was covering it. The blade would come out of my pocket, but the upper crossbar would catch my lip. This meant that the blade was exposed in my pocket, and I was able to cut a pair pants. CRKT has since made this a solution by offering an optional Kydex sheath to each model. The sheaths are heavy-duty and hold the knife securely. They also have eyelets that can accept various attachment options, such as a TekLok. The Compact is light enough to be worn comfortably in neck carry. Provoke Compact currently has a greyish-blue handle, stonewash blade, and crossbars. The original Provoke Compact is available in many colors and finishes. I expect to see the Compact in the future. Slashing as a Karambit Does. Although I love the karambit, they don’t really serve as a utility knife. This is especially true in this instance with the chisel grinder. I decided to do more slashing tests using the Provoke Compact. It’s just as effective as I expected. My testing began with Porkman, a training/testing device that Michael Janich had created. It is made up of a pork roast and a wooden dowel. It also includes plastic wrap, twine and twine. It looks like a human limb. After I had constructed Porkman, I gave it a quick slash using the Provoke Compact. It cut so deeply and so easily that it was almost frightening. I was able to reach the wooden dowel (bone) easily. After that, I wanted the D2 tool to put through its paces. Then I wanted to cut some corrugated cardboard. I made some regular cuts, and then some slashing ones. Although the chisel grind pushed the cut off the center, it cut cleanly and easily. After the chisel grind, the edge was still very sharp. I secured the ends with half-inch climbing rope to ensure that the edge was as sharp as possible. The rope was tightened and I slashed at it. The Compact went through. The rope was fraying, but that was expected from a slashing cut. I cut it into smaller pieces with no effort. I then doubled up an old bicycle inner tube to check if it would cut cleanly using a slashing cutter. I secured the ends of the tube to ensure that it was tightened and then took a slash. The cuts were smooth and easy. I then cut the rest into small pieces. It is a beast of a knife. The Cool Factor Although the original CRKT Provoke was very cool, the Compact has made some improvements that I love. It just does it right, from the lighter weight to the smaller grips and tighter control. It also comes at a $50 discount over the original. The Provoke is a knife you can’t help but open and close, much like OTF knives. The original Provoke is a better choice if you have large hands, or plan on using it with gloves. The Compact is a better choice if your hands are average. Visit CRKT.com for more information. (Photo by CRKT).CRKT Provoke Compact Specs Blade Materials: D2
Blade Length: 2.26 Inches
Closed Length 4.54 inches
Overall Length: 6.63 in
Blade Thickness: 0.15 inches
Stonewash – Blade Finish
Handle Material: 6061T6 Aluminum
4.40 ounces
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