Recommended Uses For Product | Fighting, Everyday Carry |
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Brand | CRKT |
Model Name | PILAR® |
Special Feature | Foldable, Locking Blades |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | CRKT 5311, Pamphlet |
Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
Color | Pilar |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Pilar |
Blade Length | 0.43 Inches |
Power Source | Manual |
Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
Item Weight | 4.2 Ounces |
Blade Shape | Clip Point |
Blade Edge | Plain |
Item Length | 5.94 Inches |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 5.55 x 1.77 x 1.22 inches |
Package Weight | 0.13 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.94 x 1.1 x 0.43 inches |
Brand Name | CRKT |
Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Material | 8Cr13MoV Blade, Stainless Steel Handle |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Columbia River Knife & Tool |
Part Number | 5311 |
Model Year | 2017 |
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Recommended Uses For Product | Fighting, Everyday Carry |
Brand | CRKT |
Model Name | PILAR® |
Special Feature | Foldable, Locking Blades |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | CRKT 5311, Pamphlet |
Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
Color | Pilar |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Pilar |
About this item
- Ambidextrous: Thumb slot allows blade opening with either hand
- Classy Appearance: Satin finish blade has a modern look
- Brute Strength: Frame lock utilizes a thick lock bar to secure the blade
- Designed by Jesper Voxnaes in Loegstrup, Denmark
- Versatile Use: Suitable for every day carry around the home or office
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Built for Big SlicingThe modified Wharncliffe shape makes long, even cuts. |
Perfect for PrecisionThe fine tip is ideal for delicate and detailed tasks. |
Beautifully BalancedPrecise engineering feels comfortable even after extended use. |
Slips into Pockets EasilySmooth handle design never snags on tight pockets. |
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Blade Length | 2.40" (61.01 mm) | 2.67" (67.79 mm) | 2.97" (75.36 mm) | 3.09" (78.59 mm) |
Overall Length | 5.94" (150.83 mm) | 6.69" (169.88 mm) | 7.19" (182.58 mm) | 7.34" (186.54 mm) |
Weight | 4.20 oz. (119.07 g) | 4.20 oz. (119.07 g) | 3.80 oz. (107.73 g) | 3.90 oz. (110.56 g) |
Blade Material | 8Cr13MoV | 8Cr13MoV | D2 | D2 |
Handle Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | G10 | Stainless Steel | G10 | Stainless Steel |
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ASIN | B01N3CG3KJ |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #121,009 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #585 in Pocket Knives & Folding Knives |
Date First Available | February 7, 2017 |
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Customers like the quality, sharpness, appearance and fit of the knife. For example, they mention it's beefy, has decent steel and the blade is nice and sharp. They appreciate the high-end style and the fact that it fits a pocket well. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
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Customers like the quality of the knife. They say it has a very solid feel, a decent steel, and a sharp cutting edge that ends in a fine but strong tip. They also like the smaller size, which is better for everyday use. Customers also say the knife is perfect for DIY and is perfect little pocket knife.
"Amazing knife for work. Sturdy, feels great in the hand, unimposing and small enough to carry without drawing attention...." Read more
"...It's a very good, solidly-built knife, and I'll keep it as my optional clip-on folder for times when I want something smaller than my full-size..." Read more
"...It has a very solid feel (which is both good and bad). The blade is nice -I like the shape and the thickness. The handle has nicely rounded edges...." Read more
"...And as a knife enthusiast, It is perfect for DIY as well, I have even created wood and copper scales myself, there were the reasons why I like Pilar." Read more
Customers like the sharpness of the knife. They say it has a very sharp cutting edge that ends in a fine but strong tip. Some customers say it's sharp enough to shave hair. Overall, customers are satisfied with the sharp performance of this pocket knife.
"Amazing knife for work. Sturdy, feels great in the hand, unimposing and small enough to carry without drawing attention...." Read more
"...TL;DR: Great little knife. I carried it almost every day for the past 2-1/2 years...." Read more
"...Well, I screwed up. My fault.This is a very good knife. I have nothing bad to say about. It's just too big and heavy...." Read more
"...It has a very solid feel (which is both good and bad). The blade is nice -I like the shape and the thickness. The handle has nicely rounded edges...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the knife. They mention that it has a beautiful design, high-end style, and ergonomics. The blade style just looks mean, and it adds a bit of class to one's every day carry.
"...The blade is nice -I like the shape and the thickness. The handle has nicely rounded edges. But it's heavy for the size and thick...." Read more
"...I am always looking for well-designed and strongly built knives to add to my collection but this little sweetheart is perfect for EDC...." Read more
"...a nice balance between size and basic utility in knife which looks and works well but is cheap enough to use hard and not regret losing or wearing..." Read more
"...What I do love about the knife is the blade design and handle design which make the ergonomics pretty damn good for control during use even given is..." Read more
Customers like the fit of the knife. For example, they mention it has a great sturdy design with a small, compact size that fits a pocket well. Some say the knife takes up no space at all and is a good length for carry. That said, most are happy with the fit and portability of the product.
"...Sturdy, feels great in the hand, unimposing and small enough to carry without drawing attention...." Read more
"...The Good: Nice compact size; easy to carry. Stainless steel for low maintenance; doesn't rust after rinse/wash...." Read more
"...For an EDC in the office (wearing thinner dress pants), the size is perfect but it's pretty thick and heavy...." Read more
"...Great sturdy design with a small compact size. Excellent." Read more
Customers find the knife to be a good buy for the price point. They say it's a worthy EDC for the cash. Customers also say it looks and works well but is cheap enough to use hard and not regret losing. They also say the top of the knife is wide and provides plenty of real estate to choke up for more precise.
"...It’s an extremely tough knife for the price and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a knife that will work for you, but not cost you an arm..." Read more
"This is a lovely inexpensive knife. The aesthetics are impressive, it feels really good in your hand...." Read more
"...and basic utility in knife which looks and works well but is cheap enough to use hard and not regret losing or wearing out." Read more
"...can't help themselves when they see a great looking knife for a reasonable price. JUST BUY IT. IT WILL EXCEED ALL YOUR EXPECTATIONS...." Read more
Customers like the grip of the knife. For example, they say it feels great in hand, substantial, and secure. The finger choil at the base of the blade is excellent and makes for comfortable/secure use. The knife is well-constructed and provides a remarkably natural grip that's easy to hold.
"...has the one up in concealability, but the Pilar Large feels slightly better in the hand and the assisted opening is there if that’s a plus to you." Read more
"...Finger choil and flat, broad spine (3.75 mm width) allow for a secure pincher grip and fine control...." Read more
"...The aesthetics are impressive, it feels really good in your hand. It has a very solid feel (which is both good and bad)...." Read more
"...There is no wobble in this $32.00 knife! It is easy to quickly get a good grip on it, an important feature that automatically inspires confidence..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the weight of the knife. Some mention that it has a nice weight to it, but is not too heavy for pocket carry. They also love the weight and feel of the blade, saying that the extra weight gave it nice balance. However, others say that it's a bit heavy but not in a bad way, it'd just well made. Some customers also mention that the knife is slightly heftier than similar sized folders. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it'll depend on personal preferences.
"Great pocket knife. Well-made solid construction. Knife and blade are weighty/substantial (a good thing)...." Read more
"...I have nothing bad to say about. It's just too big and heavy...." Read more
"...5 years ago, it is my all time favorite one, as the extra weight gave it nice balance...." Read more
"...the size is perfect but it's pretty thick and heavy. You will be very aware of it and it's pretty visible through dress pants...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the lock of the knife. Some mention that the locking mechanism is strong and well-built, while others say that it's stiff and difficult to disengage.
"...Solid construction and confident lock-up. Finger choil and flat, broad spine (3.75 mm width) allow for a secure pincher grip and fine control...." Read more
"...It has a substantial feel to it and the locking mechanism is strong and well-built. There is no wobble in this $32.00 knife!..." Read more
"...Still love the blade shape. The pocket clip is far too stiff for jeans and would stick up too high for my liking anyhow...." Read more
"...Clip is very strong and secure...." Read more
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I bought this knife purely for the shape of the blade after I had to cut tape off of someone previously using a tanto style knife. Needless to say, this wasn’t a pleasant experience for anyone involved. The knife came out of the box sharp and stayed that way for the year I owned it. The only upkeep I performed was oiling and cleaning it once, but honestly it probably could have gone without. It’s an extremely tough knife for the price and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a knife that will work for you, but not cost you an arm and a leg to replace.
I would recommend this knife to anyone, but after losing it I upgraded to the Pilar Large. If you’re between the two I’d say the original Pilar has the one up in concealability, but the Pilar Large feels slightly better in the hand and the assisted opening is there if that’s a plus to you.
Some reviewers have complained about the thumb SLOT opening mechanism - that's it's not as familiar as a thumb STUD or takes two hands to operate. I have come to appreciate the thumb SLOT and am almost glad it didn't come with a thumb STUD. When in the closed position, the frame lock applies a little friction to keep the blade from casually flopping open. As some other reviewers have also noted, I can engage the thumb SLOT with my thumb and one-handedly and easily advance the blade just slightly far enough to escape the friction from the frame lock - I can almost feel it release. Then with a brisk flick of the wrist, the weight of the blade will carry it open and engage the frame lock. I also want to mention that the blade is very streamlined without a protruding thumb STUD, and I have found myself sometimes pinching the blade at the thumb SLOT for more control during delicate cutting.
***update November 2020***
TL;DR: Great little knife. I carried it almost every day for the past 2-1/2 years. I lost my original knife while hiking in Yosemite, but I didn't panic. I just bought myself another one for $23. (Yes, I bought the exact same knife, which goes to show how much I liked the design and construction from 2-1/2 years of carry and use.)
The Good: Nice compact size; easy to carry. Stainless steel for low maintenance; doesn't rust after rinse/wash. Solid construction and confident lock-up. Finger choil and flat, broad spine (3.75 mm width) allow for a secure pincher grip and fine control. Clip can be arranged for point-up or point-down carry. Thumb slot allows for easy ambidextrous opening of the blade. Sheepsfoot grind maximizes strength as well as the length of the slicing edge of a relatively short blade. There's a hole in the handle opposite the blade; I added a paracord braid through this hole to effectively extend the grip length, to be able to feel and orient the knife in my hand without looking, and as a tether for pulling the knife from my pocket for belt (see picture).
The Mediocre: 8Cr13MoV steel dulls faster/doesn't hold an edge as well as other knife steels. However, it is a $23 knife, and it's relatively quick and easy to put the edge back on this blade. The handle is also made from stainless steel, which means means slightly more weight than a comparable knife made from non-metallic scales/handles (i.e. G10 or micarta).
The Bad: Field stripping and reassembly requires the right size Torx drivers; screws require occasional retightening (unless you want a low-tension knife that opens with a quick flip of the wrist - and one that may accidentally open in your pocket when lightly bounced or dropped). The blade is broad (3.75 mm thickness at the spine) and long (26.8 mm from edge to spine), which isn't the best for cutting through thick materials (i.e. apples) as the blade may wedge and split the material before the cutting edge makes it all the way through.
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2018
Some reviewers have complained about the thumb SLOT opening mechanism - that's it's not as familiar as a thumb STUD or takes two hands to operate. I have come to appreciate the thumb SLOT and am almost glad it didn't come with a thumb STUD. When in the closed position, the frame lock applies a little friction to keep the blade from casually flopping open. As some other reviewers have also noted, I can engage the thumb SLOT with my thumb and one-handedly and easily advance the blade just slightly far enough to escape the friction from the frame lock - I can almost feel it release. Then with a brisk flick of the wrist, the weight of the blade will carry it open and engage the frame lock. I also want to mention that the blade is very streamlined without a protruding thumb STUD, and I have found myself sometimes pinching the blade at the thumb SLOT for more control during delicate cutting.
***update November 2020***
TL;DR: Great little knife. I carried it almost every day for the past 2-1/2 years. I lost my original knife while hiking in Yosemite, but I didn't panic. I just bought myself another one for $23. (Yes, I bought the exact same knife, which goes to show how much I liked the design and construction from 2-1/2 years of carry and use.)
The Good: Nice compact size; easy to carry. Stainless steel for low maintenance; doesn't rust after rinse/wash. Solid construction and confident lock-up. Finger choil and flat, broad spine (3.75 mm width) allow for a secure pincher grip and fine control. Clip can be arranged for point-up or point-down carry. Thumb slot allows for easy ambidextrous opening of the blade. Sheepsfoot grind maximizes strength as well as the length of the slicing edge of a relatively short blade. There's a hole in the handle opposite the blade; I added a paracord braid through this hole to effectively extend the grip length, to be able to feel and orient the knife in my hand without looking, and as a tether for pulling the knife from my pocket for belt (see picture).
The Mediocre: 8Cr13MoV steel dulls faster/doesn't hold an edge as well as other knife steels. However, it is a $23 knife, and it's relatively quick and easy to put the edge back on this blade. The handle is also made from stainless steel, which means means slightly more weight than a comparable knife made from non-metallic scales/handles (i.e. G10 or micarta).
The Bad: Field stripping and reassembly requires the right size Torx drivers; screws require occasional retightening (unless you want a low-tension knife that opens with a quick flip of the wrist - and one that may accidentally open in your pocket when lightly bounced or dropped). The blade is broad (3.75 mm thickness at the spine) and long (26.8 mm from edge to spine), which isn't the best for cutting through thick materials (i.e. apples) as the blade may wedge and split the material before the cutting edge makes it all the way through.
I bought the Pilar to replace the diminutive Buck to carry INSIDE my pocket. Well, I screwed up. My fault.
This is a very good knife. I have nothing bad to say about. It's just too big and heavy.
I was looking for a knife that is small enough and light enough to carry everyday INSIDE my pocket, like the Buck. Obviously, I didn't pay enough attention to the specs. (I got too focused on blade length.)
This is more of a COMPACT EDC design, not a little pocket job which is what I wanted.
It's a very good, solidly-built knife, and I'll keep it as my optional clip-on folder for times when I want something smaller than my full-size folder.
Back to looking for a replacement...
My problem is - what is it for? For an EDC in the office (wearing thinner dress pants), the size is perfect but it's pretty thick and heavy. You will be very aware of it and it's pretty visible through dress pants. In jeans it's not obvious, and perhaps a pair of thicker dockers would be okay - but not thin dress pants.
Here's where I struggle - I have a shoulder bag I carry. For there, I don't need a super small knife, but weight does matter. So it's totally wrong there - I want larger but lighter.
In a backpack, I don't care as much about weight, but again, I'd want larger.
So far, the applications that I've come up with are - pocket in thick jeans, pocket in a jacket (but possibly not a suit jacket, as it might weigh it down). And perhaps a small compartment in a car where size is important but not weight. Maybe a pocket in an apron in the shop? But really, in my shop, I've got all kinds of knives and saws around - so not sure it would help so much.
I really like this knife and want to convince myself I should keep it. I probably will because it's an example of great design. But think about what it's for before you get it.
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Para el día a día más que de sobra y cuidado que afeita(literalmente)
Reviewed in Spain on July 1, 2023
Para el día a día más que de sobra y cuidado que afeita(literalmente)
Little bit smaller than i thought, but still good to handle.