CRKT Homefront
About CRKT Homefront
The CRKT Homefront offers a classic folding knife design featuring an innovative field stripping technology. This breakthrough design allows you to dissemble and clean the knife in the field without the need for tools. It has an impressive Ken Onion design that resembles the classic WWII folding knife with a useful MODern update. Keep your knife functioning at full capacity with the Homefront field strip knife.Features:Field Strip technology allows you to disassemble knife without tools.AUS-8 blade steel for a strong, hard blade.6061 aluminum handles provide a sturdy, lightweight frame.Over-tightening the pivot can cause issues with the field strip design. Reference CRKT's Video above for more information.
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Specifications |
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| Brand | CRKT | ||
| Category | Folding Knives | ||
| Overall Length | 8.125" | ||
| Blade Length | 3.50" | ||
| Blade Thickness | 0.13" | ||
| Blade Material | AUS-8 | ||
| Blade Style | Drop Point | ||
| Blade Grind | Hollow | ||
| Finish | Satin | ||
| Edge Type | Plain | ||
| Handle Length | 4.75" | ||
| Handle Thickness | 0.51" | ||
| Handle Material | Aluminum | ||
| Color | Brown | ||
| Frame/Liner | Stainless Steel | ||
| Weight | 4.80 oz. | ||
| User | Right Hand | ||
| Knife Type | Manual | ||
| Opener | Flipper | ||
| Lock Type | Liner Lock | ||
| Model | Homefront | ||
| Model Number | K270GKP | ||
| Designer | Ken Onion | ||
| Country of Origin | Taiwan | ||
| Best Use | Everyday Carry | ||
| Product Type | Knife | ||
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Ratings and Reviews
Great knife.
Feels good in hand. Probably one of the best feeling knives I've ever use. It is a great looking knife almost don't want use it. Worth the the money to me. You could definitely do worst.
Better choices out there
I was given one the first Home Fronts and back then these were a lot more expensive at the time so my opinion maybe biased.
Overall the design looks and feels pretty good. This might sound silly but one of my fav features was the pictogram instructions etched into the scale on the inside of the knife which is missing from other models.
The action is pretty smooth…
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but on plastic washers. The problem for me though is adjusting the action means moving the pin making it almost impossible for the field strip tech to function properly.
When the home front originally came out they were crazy expensive and only AUS 8 steel. When for the same price you could get a Spyderco or a Benchmade. Even now after dropping in price I feel like there are too many other brands like the Ontario Rat 1 in D2 which is a way better choice. So for me it's hard to recommend a Home Front.
W/O Field strip please
The concept of the field strip system is great. But it just isn't as tight as it would be with a standard flipper setup. I Love the profile of the blade and the handle of this knife. I just can't help but think that it would be better with out the field strip system.
Really cool knife
I was super excited to see this knife. The idea and design just got me. The flipping action is great. Just a cool knife and good quality
My new favorite
This knife gets crazy sharp and stays that way, and thanks to the breakdown feature I can beat on it all day long then clean it out with a water bottle on the back of my tailgate.
It's ok
I really wanted to like this knife.... Maybe it was just this model? Idk...the handle felt really cheap and the action is meh.... I really like the field strip technology though.... I work in high dust environments so I have to maintain my pocket knives pretty regularly and it takes time when you have to take them apart to do a good job..... This really helps but unfortunately it's… read more the only thing this knife had to offer me
Solid worker
I have been carrying this knife at work for about 2 years now. It's a good sturdy knife that handles any general task I throw at it. The field strip technology is great for getting food, mud, snow or other funk that might find it's way into the knife out while in the field. The action is solid and the overall feel of the knife is good. CRKT customer service is excellent and responded… read more quickly when I needed to get a replacement clip that broke off. They also shipped it free of charge which was cool. My 2 criticisms are minor. First the overall ascetics don't really do much for me. Second the field strip can be bothersome in 2 ways. Sometimes it will catch on my pants causing the knife to start to come apart. Additionally if you just hand over your knife to a buddy, chances are he'll hand it back with the lever open. Overall solid knife that will remain my daily worker.
Rust
I have had the CRKT homefront for about a year about once a month I have to take a SOS pad to the blade to get rid of surfers rust.
Great knife!
This really is a great knife, ergonomics are very good, and the looks are great!
I’ve had this knife for almost a year and like quite a bit. And I think it’s a great knife for the money, it works very well for just about anything I can throw at it.
Likes:
Ergos.
Styling
Take down feature
Deep carry clip
Fit and finish
Dislikes
Steel
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Take down lever
Blade shape
The steel just doesn’t sharpen very well for me, I have a Worksharp GSS, maybe I’m doing something wrong or it’s just difficult to sharpen.
Every time I hand the knife to some for them to look at or use they always try to open or close it with the lever thats just me being overly picky I’m surez
The blade shape really doesn’t allow for a very good tip.
Over all I would buy this again but probably the version with the 9CR14MOV.
Great knife for camping
I have all of the tools and try to service all my knives myself, but in many circumstances you don’t have your tools with you. That’s where the homefront comes in. It’s not a spectacular knife but the action is smooth when clean. Well built enough. The main reason to by this is because of the takedown capability.
Great edc
Love the design and functionality. Blade centering and lock up is perfect even after several breakdowns. I hope in the future they come out with better blade steels and I’ll buy another.
AWESOME
I love this knife
Mini grip review . Homefront
The beauty of the knife is something many people overlook . The blade has a gorgeous finish and a strong yet attractive . Many subtle features such as the blade shape and jimpings get over looked because of the genius field strip function. This function works well and turns this knife from a work of art to a powerful tool perfect for the outdoors and every day use . Great knife… read more . Worth the money
Trustable Tool
I would use this knife so much more if the blade is not made of freaking AUS8. Seriously. This is my go-to short-term outdoor knife. The field-strip technology is great for maintenance in the field. The construction is solid, and the grip is comfortable for heavy-duty tasks. The blade steel is the only factor keeping me away from carrying this knife to long-term camping.
Best CRKT
I own three CRKT knifes and this is my favorite. The design and color of the handle is attractive and functional. The blade shape and design is nice and it comes sharp. The breakdown of the knife is simple and a plus you don't see on most blades.
An interesting design
I really like the field strip system on the Homefront. I was skeptical at first, but after using it many times it really does work. The knife breaks down in just a few seconds, and reassembles just as fast. Once reassembled, the lock up is just the same as before, as is blade centering, and there is no blade play in any direction. I have not had to make any adjustments since purchase.… read more The fit and finish is noticeably better than the budget CRKTs I've used in the past, you can tell they stepped it up for this one. The only issues I have are that the choil isn't clear of the plunge grind, leaving an awkward unsharpened section at the base of the blade, and, more crucially, the blade hits the backspacer when closing. This has lead to a minor flat spot on the blade over time. It's nothing routine sharpening can't fix, but it seems to be a common problem with this knife.
Great knife
This knife turns heads for sure. the unique and new field strip is awesome. it is so easy to disassemble clean and resemble. there no change to loose small parts if you're out in the woods. only 3 pieces. it's great for hunting and EDC. it's got great steel that stays sharp.
Very practical knife!
CRKT is getting so much better with thier new blade designs and quality of blades as well. I have to say Ken Onion did an excellent job designing this blade with the aluminum handles to the Aus 8 steel, superb in every way. Very solid lock up and easy to take down when you need to. Excellent investment, buy it!
Nice!
Bought this knife for it’s Unique disassembly. Turns out I like it most for it’s Classic retro styling. Feels substantial in your hand. Very lively action.
Great design!
This is a pretty cool knife, the idea behind it is just genius. This is a great design for hunting since it's no issue to clean the knife up after processing game. I really like the deep carry pocket clip, the knife just disappears in your pocket. I was worried about blade play but even with the field strip technology the lockup is tight and it flips with ease.
Best EDC and Camping knife I own
This is by far the best knife I own. It's super easy to clean, cuts well, relatively light, and super comfortable in the hand. I use it for everything. Making cobblers, cutting apples, cutting rope, opening boxes. And all I have to do to clean it is take it apart and run it under the nearest sink or stream. Super low maintnence. I recently lost mine on a BSA camping trip and I'm… read more about to buy it again. My only wish would be a better blade steel
A must have in edc rotation
My locking lever was sticky but a little 800-1000 grit and polishing where the blade and lever meet and got it smooth as butter. Very nice fit and finish other than that. It is perfect now. Flips open nice and smoothly. Very nice deep carry clip. I can live with the AUS8 steel but there are a couple of things that bother me a bit. One is that it has plastic washer/bushings & the… read more other especially with the name "Homefront" & what it stands for that it isn't made in the USA. I would've easily paid a lot more if it had more durable material bushings and made here in US but with that said I have no regrets, awesome knife & with the cool takedown factor, it is the knife I bring with me when I'm expecting to get down n dirty with it. A must have in the edc rotation.
Impressive Technology
This is a cool knife. To flip that effortlessly, have zero blade play in any direction at lockup, then disassemble/ reassemble in seconds, then back to rock solid lockup and super smooth action...that's impressive. For the price point, it's hard to argue with this as an EDC...even without the field-strip technology. Ken Onion's brain is a freak show of innovation.
A must own!
I own my fair share of folding knives, but this beast is a must own! Not only is the field strip capability unique, but it also has an insanely tight lockup, nice sized blade, and is extremely lightweight. I pulled this knife out of the box and was unsure of how it would feel in the pocket...but boy was I wrong! I barely even noticed that I had it on me at all. This is an amazing… read more knife. get one now if you don't have one already.