The CRKT Squid Compact (Columbia River part no. 2486) shrinks the popular Squid design into an even more agile everyday-carry package without losing the features usually reserved for larger knives. A 1.75-inch D2 steel drop-point blade wears a stonewashed finish for durability, and both a thumb stud and a flipper give you two ways to deploy it. CRKT’s Assisted Opening system paired with IKBS ball bearings in the pivot means the blade snaps open quickly and smoothly however you choose to open it. The bright orange G10 and stainless steel handle is easy to spot in a pack, on a bench, or dropped in the grass.

Key Specifications

• The blade is 1.75-inch D2 steel with a stonewashed finish for durability and easy touch-up sharpening.
• The knife opens via both a thumb stud and a flipper for two ergonomic deployment options.
• Assisted Opening combined with IKBS ball bearings in the pivot gives quick, smooth blade deployment.
• The handle uses bright orange G10 over a stainless steel liner for a high-visibility, secure grip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the blade open? Using either a thumb stud or a flipper, both backed by Assisted Opening and IKBS ball bearings.

What steel is the blade made from? D2 steel with a stonewashed finish.

Buy the CRKT Squid Compact Folding Knife

Big-knife features in a genuinely compact frame make the Squid Compact an easy knife to carry every day. See more from Columbia River or shop our full selection of pocket knives. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping.