CRKT Ultima

Now available in two sizes and a trainer

From the Manufacturer:

"Today's tactical fixed blade knives still resemble the first Bronze Age daggers of 4000 years ago, especially in their handle design. Michael Martinez, inventor of the Merlin® knife deployment system, didn't start out to redesign the fixed blade, but he explains, "We tested over 400 knives with the Merlin system, and I kept noticing how many knives, even expensive ones, didn't feel right, didn't have a grip that gave both control and comfort in the four fundamental tactical grips."

Michael's design firm, Group Design, Inc., reached out to a team of medical specialists for the answer. Their Ultima^™ achieves 22 out of 23 ideal contact points with its unique patent-pending handle.

The injection-molded black Zytel® scales feature over 70 triangular grip segments, separated by sipes, or 'ooze grooves' which channel away water, mud and oil. Horizontal grooves are placed under the fingertips for optimum feel. The scientific placement and crisp edges of these segments result in the best possible contact for tactical grips."

Because tactical knives are inevitably used as pry bars, Michael's team created a butt pry tip as an extension of the blade tang, with a rounded tip that is equally useful opening a junction box or breaking a window.

The Ultima is available with a 6-3/4" or 4-15/16" full-tang blade of 1.4116 stainless steel with a light bead-blast non-reflective finish. It features a modified Tanto shape, dual taper ground for maximum strength. It is available with Razor-Sharp and Combination Razor-Sharp and Triple-Point^™ Serrated edges.

The Ultima's custom black Cordura®/Zytel® sheath has an injection-molded liner. Dual belt loops are Velcro® adjustable. For maximum versatility, there are ample grommets with a length of 550 paracord included, an adjustable leg strap, plus a slotted sheath back that can mount on MOLLE gear. Removable security handle straps with snaps give access and security. A utility pocket with a Fastex^™ buckle will carry a variety of folding knives, multipurpose tools or sharpeners.

After 4,000 years of scientific progress, the only thing the Ultima shares with its bronze ancestors is its role in the mission."

CRKT Small Ultima™ plain edge

Modified tanto blade of 1.4116 stainless steel at 55-57 Rc. measures 4-15/16". Overall length 10-1/32". Weighs 8.4 oz. Comes complete with Cordura/Zytel® sheath. Suggested retail $109.99. Made in Taiwan.

CL-2115: $89.95

CRKT Small Ultima™ combo edge

Made in Taiwan. Suggested retail $109.99.

(A) CL-2125: $89.95

CRKT Large Ultima™ plain edge

Modified tanto blade of 1.4116 stainless steel at 55-57 Rc. measures 6-3/4". Overall length 11-5/8". Weighs 9.4 oz. Comes complete with Cordura/Zytel® sheath. Suggested retail $119.99. Made in Taiwan.

(B) CL-2007: $99.95

CRKT Large Ultima™ combo edge

Made in Taiwan. Suggested retail $119.99.

CL-2017: $99.95

CRKT Ultima™ polypropylene model

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To aid in law enforcement and military training, an Ultima Trainer is now available with an injection molded black polypropylene model. Blade measures 4-15/16" and weighs 2.8 oz. No sheath included with the trainer. Made in China. Suggested retail $9.99.

CL-2115T: $9.95