The CRKT Ruger Go-N-Heavy is the opposite of a gentleman’s folder. It’s a big, rugged knife designed by legendary knifemaker Bill Harsey. CRKT tells us, “A tactical folder by CRKT® it was designed for tough times. That’s because Oregon designer Bill Harsey gave it one rugged backbone to stand up to any challenge it meets.”
The CRKT Ruger Go-N-Heavy has a whopping 5” stonewashed 8Cr13MoV hollow ground drop point. The blade thickness is a bit bigger than ordinary at 0.188”. There’s a perfect amount of jimping on the spine for a sure grip and a swedge to lighten the tip a touch.
The handles are the real star of the show with this knife. The hard-anodized sure grip handles make this knife distinctive and darned near slip proof.
It opens with ambidextrous thumb studs and locks in place with a secure liner lock. There aren’t pocket clips because this is a beast of a knife. Instead, it comes with a nylon sheath with a belt loop attachment that is compatible with either vertical or horizontal carry.
It weighs in at about 10 ounces and is 6.8” closed. It’s available in either a plain edge or with partial Veff serrations.
CRKT Ruger Go-N-Heavy Details
- 8Cr13MoV, Stonewash Finish
- 4.938” Drop Point
- Partially Serrated or Plain Edge
- 6061-T6 Al Handles with Sure Grip
- Linerlock
- Thumb Studs
- Nylon Sheath
- 6.888” Closed
- 11.188” Overall
- 10.5 Ounces
The CRKT Ruger Go-N-Heavy also comes in a compact variation. It’s the same knife, just a little smaller. It’s just as rugged and durable as the full-sized versions. The blade is a bit shorter, it’s a bunch lighter, and it is more EDC friendly.
CRKT Ruger Go-N-Heavy Compact Details
- 8Cr13MoV, Stonewash Finish
- 3.468” Drop Point
- 6061-T6 Al Handles with Sure Grip
- Linerlock
- Thumb Studs
- Nylon Sheath
- 4.345” Closed
- 7.875” Overall
- 3.8 Ounces
If you’re looking for a big tactical folder, the CRKT Ruger Go-N-Heavy would be a great choice. If you’re interested in these knives, click any link in the article or simply click the button below.
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