CRKT InaraDesigned by Richard Rogers, who also designed the CEO which was one of our favorite knives of 2019 is back in 2020 with one of his very first custom designs, the CRKT Inara. This is good looking manual folder is sleek and lightweight with good ergonomics and a fast action.

The Inara features a 2.78” 8Cr13MoV modified Wharncliffe with black stonewash finish and a blade thickness of 0.09”. This thumb stud opener quickly and easily flicks open thanks in part to the IKBS pivot system. The thumb studs are perfectly placed for easy indexing.

This framelock has a textured G-10 front handle and a stainless-steel back handle with a black stonewash finish. It also has a tip-up pocket clip. A closed length 3.84” and weighing a mere 1.8 ounces means this knife practically disappears in your pocket.

CRKT InaraCRKT Inara Details

  • 8Cr13MoV, Black Stonewash Finish
  • 2.78” Modified Wharncliffe
  • Thumb Stud Opener
  • Manual Folder with IKBS Pivot
  • Framelock
  • G-10 Front Handle, Stainless-Steel Back Handle
  • Tip-Up Pocket Clip
  • 1.8 Ounces
  • 3.84” Closed
  • 6.63” Overall

The CRKT Inara is fast, pocket friendly knife that makes an excellent addition to any EDC rotation. To get this knife, click any link in the article or simply click the button below.

All images courtesy of Smoky Mountain Knife Works – smkw.com.