I've carried my CRKT Obake for 8 months now. I absolutely love it. One of the best designed blades, giving the parameters it was meant to fit. It's never uncomfortable, it has the perfect amount of "heft" to remind you of high quality. Great blade overall, wish they made a few longer versions.
I carried a CRKT Hissatsu as my duty knife on deployment I think this knife will also serve me well now that I'm back stateside great design and comfortable grip.
I can’t believe this knife has been out for so long and I just found it ! I was debating between another small fixed blade for daily carry and ended up buying this one as a gift for a friend and to also check it out ..well I ended up buying one for myself shortly after. I received it today and after wearing it one day I can see the sheath failing soon. Maybe get armatus carry to make you upgraded sheaths ! He just made me one for my izula and I love it ! Anyhow the knife is awesome, still figuring out how to wear it best..
I've owned my Obake almost 2 decades and as an Army Veteran and lifelong hunter in the Rockies, it's one I'm NEVER without. Thank you Lucas for the awesome design and carry options!🫡🇺🇸🦅
I'm definitely purchasing this blade when I get the cash. I already EDC the keramin and ripple, Both exceptional blades. You guys are my favorite knife company and this small beauty is why.
Jacob Beaupre Good to hear! You'll love the Obake. Burnley has a design sense that just feels right in hand. Thanks for carrying our knives brother! -Ben
I've had the Obake for a couple years now and love it. The grip is amazing and the size makes it very easily concealed. I carry mine in the waist, above my right rear pocket, so it would seem to a thief as if I'm simply reaching for my wallet. I just bought the Shinbu, and will conceal carry it (under the arm) if a larger blade is needed.
I had one bad experience with CRKT with a lock on a folder i got a long time ago,I never got anymore after that,But this knife does look cool,Maybe i will try it out,Great video and nice blade.
I just got mine yesterday and i love this lil baby it's freakin beautiful fits the hand perfect and i have a big hand. I'm a fan and i damn sure will be getting more.
I have a CRKT M-16 that is difficult to sharpen and will not hold an edge. Twice I've had the edge geometry changed (by a professional) once to a finer edge and then back to what is close to original. I've had knives that are easy to sharpen and with good edge holding properties and not so good. I've had knives that are more challenging to sharpen but hold an edge well. I've only had one knife that is difficult to sharpen and won't hold an edge. Any suggestions or solutions on this issue? Do other CRKT blades have this issue?
I currently carry the Strafe, as my EDC and Utility, really slim in design and highly comfortable, if it wasn't discontinued I'd buy more for other uses
Hey @charlespinnell7546, great question. The CRKT Obake comes with a "J hook" clip which attaches to the sheath and would hook onto the top of your waistband, keeping it from dropping into your pants.
Oh my gosh! Thank you so much! I can't really keep stuff in my waist band without a clip or something because I have a small butt. I was picturing the knife slideing down by my thigh and sneak drawing from under my shorts. Hehe. I always wanted to carry a gun like that like in the movies. Pretty unrealistic and seems dangerous anyway. thanks again
Half a yr ago I got the obake from walmart. Today I bought the obake skoshi at dick's. Found it to be a great off hand concealed belt knife. One question I have is, how does the clip/hook thing work? It's a pain in the butt to unsheathe the blade using the clip/hook attachment w/ the already tiny skoshi.
@5toHeaven- The Skoshi has the extra J hook attachment so you can hang the sheath on your belt or in your pocket. If you need more information or just some help on this, please contact our customer service department: info@crkt.com or call 800-891-3100. They should be able to help you with this!
Ordered this knife a while ago, I can't wait to get it. I love these japanese style designs! I Already have the heiho for EDC, and I love it. I think the CRKT 8cr14mov outpeforms Kabar AUS8 steel with edge retention, but it chips a little easier. Now all I want is something bigger like the hissatsu.
+John Marcley Pretty much just following the natural edge of the knife is the best method and keeping the angle between 17 and 22 degrees. I can recommend a sharpener if you need one, he is local to us but an expert on our knives.
Buy the Spyderco Sharpmaker.. it's about $60 bucks, but it allows even beginners to easily sharpen their knives to a hair popping edge. Worth every penny.
I love CRKT products. I'm wondering could this Knife be made out of ceramic I think it could be a defining option, plus the only thing I don't have is a ceramic and I would like to add one of these in a ceramic and steel blade to my collection.
Frederick Kaludis Thanks for the support! That would be stellar to make a ceramic Obake. We don't have any plans to make one at this point, but you never know what we might do in the future... -Ben
I love Lucas' kwaiken flipper folder as well as this fixed blade knife. I'm big on the idea of a practical edc compact fixed blade knife. Interesting ideas on the carry setup. Some criticism- I really wish CRKT would produce this blade in America with 154cm, CPM154 or S30v steel. I would buy 2. Maybe you could do a collab with the USN with toxic green rayskin or paracord wrap? I see some really interesting knives coming out of CRKT for 2014, but I'm disappointed they are all Chinese produced 8crXmov steel.
Just got this not very impressed with the belt clip mainly cause im a little confused how it assembles correctly but i love it as iwb back up too my glock😃 great knife i would recommend it over all i was looking for a small concealed easy to deploy knife and that's what i got!
I'm guessing the holes don't line up quite right and the nuts aren't quite what are supposed to be used there? that's what I see with mine. the belt clip just seems kinda slapshod scratched together and thrown in as an after thought.
There is this wonderful new invention called GOOGLE where you can ask questions like this on your own and get an answer..all in a few seconds. Try it sometime! lol
I bought one 3 days ago at Walmart for $29. Great factory shaving edge, but I ditched the little skull. I added a touch of Testors gloss blue on the rain surface, both sides for a different look. It's my newest of my edc items
*CRKT, I was given this knife* 1. It's been sitting in a drawer. 2. I didn't know what the *cord wth skull* was for & foolishly threw it away. 3. If I can get that cord & skull replaced, I'll carry the knife on my duty belt!
Hello there - Thank you for reaching out. We recommend filling out a Replacement Parts form and we will work with you from there. www.crkt.com/customer-service/parts-request
High level of fit and finish? My Obake grind is all out of wack. One sides grind is way more sleep and goes up the blade where the other is lower and the tip is bent to one side right out of the factory. Good think I only paid $25 for it from Blade HQ.
The cost of this tool in my country is half the minimum wage. Assuming the monthly salary for a minimum wage job in US is 1500U$, imagine this thing costing 750U$. God how I hate living in a third world country!
@@fromchopin We are more receptive and friendly than most people from other countries, but while being very mistreated and neglected by our government!
I wouldn't fuss too much about his pronunciation, if that's what you're getting at. Most english speakers have severe problems pronouncing japanese words properly.
+Gop Stop It's a non issue with the amount of traction you get from the wrapped handle. Also, defensive fixed blades should be held in a fist grip, imagine how you would grip bicycle handles, like that. It provides maximum control. All in all a great knife choice for the defensive use.
I like it, but then it seems to be a bad ideal. If you wear it as advertised (or under clothes, direct skin contact) and you sweat badly, the lanyard and the wrap is going to collect your sweat. And bacteria is gona breed in it. It is going to be stinky and itchy to wear.
John Pavoncello From Lucas: The idea of static cords has been around for a long time. The obake and rip cord are just my interpretation of a concept that fits my mindset, training and aesthetic.
I've carried my CRKT Obake for 8 months now. I absolutely love it. One of the best designed blades, giving the parameters it was meant to fit. It's never uncomfortable, it has the perfect amount of "heft" to remind you of high quality. Great blade overall, wish they made a few longer versions.
I carried a CRKT Hissatsu as my duty knife on deployment I think this knife will also serve me well now that I'm back stateside great design and comfortable grip.
+Don Blakeman Thanks for your service. And thanks for carrying our knives.
Thank you. I got one for Christmas & was wondering what the cord was used for. Love this knife!
Another sweet addition to the line-up guys!
IntenseAngler big fan dude!
This knife looks so cool, love the mini katana look to it
found & bought one today at walmart. surprised to see any crkt at walmart, glad I dropped by.
I can’t believe this knife has been out for so long and I just found it ! I was debating between another small fixed blade for daily carry and ended up buying this one as a gift for a friend and to also check it out ..well I ended up buying one for myself shortly after. I received it today and after wearing it one day I can see the sheath failing soon. Maybe get armatus carry to make you upgraded sheaths ! He just made me one for my izula and I love it ! Anyhow the knife is awesome, still figuring out how to wear it best..
Just got mine and I love it already
got this knife on Tuesday morning in the mail great knife seriously sharp out of the box beautifully designed
Lucas is a great demonstrator...need more like him at shows like BLADE, working the booths.
I just picked one up today and I am VERY pleased.
I had a stainless finish one with a red insert. I lost it and am looking for either the purple insert one or areal Damascus.
Just got mine here in the philippines.came rasor sharp,nice little concealed carry knife.
Sweet knife profile. I purchased an Achi last month and love it. I'm definitely going to order an Obake.
What is the plastic clip for? It comes in the box with the knife and has the hardware to attach it.
A belt clip?
I've owned my Obake almost 2 decades and as an Army Veteran and lifelong hunter in the Rockies, it's one I'm NEVER without. Thank you Lucas for the awesome design and carry options!🫡🇺🇸🦅
CRKT is on it again, really like that they implent hacks like the belt cord.
I'm definitely purchasing this blade when I get the cash. I already EDC the keramin and ripple, Both exceptional blades. You guys are my favorite knife company and this small beauty is why.
Jacob Beaupre Good to hear! You'll love the Obake. Burnley has a design sense that just feels right in hand. Thanks for carrying our knives brother! -Ben
I've had the Obake for a couple years now and love it. The grip is amazing and the size makes it very easily concealed. I carry mine in the waist, above my right rear pocket, so it would seem to a thief as if I'm simply reaching for my wallet. I just bought the Shinbu, and will conceal carry it (under the arm) if a larger blade is needed.
This needs to come back in stock
I had one bad experience with CRKT with a lock on a folder i got a long time ago,I never got anymore after that,But this knife does look cool,Maybe i will try it out,Great video and nice blade.
I'm sorry to hear that. If you decide to get this one, shoot me a PM here on TH-cam and we'll talk. -Ben
Thanks Ben.
I just got mine yesterday and i love this lil baby it's freakin beautiful fits the hand perfect and i have a big hand. I'm a fan and i damn sure will be getting more.
I have a CRKT M-16 that is difficult to sharpen and will not hold an edge. Twice I've had the edge geometry changed (by a professional) once to a finer edge and then back to what is close to original. I've had knives that are easy to sharpen and with good edge holding properties and not so good. I've had knives that are more challenging to sharpen but hold an edge well. I've only had one knife that is difficult to sharpen and won't hold an edge. Any suggestions or solutions on this issue? Do other CRKT blades have this issue?
I currently carry the Strafe, as my EDC and Utility, really slim in design and highly comfortable, if it wasn't discontinued I'd buy more for other uses
What is the plastic piece with two tiny screws for/go?
Hey @charlespinnell7546, great question. The CRKT Obake comes with a "J hook" clip which attaches to the sheath and would hook onto the top of your waistband, keeping it from dropping into your pants.
Oh my gosh! Thank you so much! I can't really keep stuff in my waist band without a clip or something because I have a small butt. I was picturing the knife slideing down by my thigh and sneak drawing from under my shorts. Hehe. I always wanted to carry a gun like that like in the movies. Pretty unrealistic and seems dangerous anyway. thanks again
Mean, aggressive, tactical... and beautiful!
Half a yr ago I got the obake from walmart. Today I bought the obake skoshi at dick's. Found it to be a great off hand concealed belt knife. One question I have is, how does the clip/hook thing work? It's a pain in the butt to unsheathe the blade using the clip/hook attachment w/ the already tiny skoshi.
@5toHeaven- The Skoshi has the extra J hook attachment so you can hang the sheath on your belt or in your pocket. If you need more information or just some help on this, please contact our customer service department: info@crkt.com or call 800-891-3100. They should be able to help you with this!
Ordered this knife a while ago, I can't wait to get it. I love these japanese style designs! I Already have the heiho for EDC, and I love it. I think the CRKT 8cr14mov outpeforms Kabar AUS8 steel with edge retention, but it chips a little easier. Now all I want is something bigger like the hissatsu.
Love CRKT's line of Japanese inspired knives
I have both the Achi and Obake and love them both. Unfortunately I'm not good at sharpening knives, what is the best way to sharpen these?
+John Marcley Pretty much just following the natural edge of the knife is the best method and keeping the angle between 17 and 22 degrees. I can recommend a sharpener if you need one, he is local to us but an expert on our knives.
+CRKT OFFICIAL I appreciate the response, I think I'll try it out on my own some more on a crumby knife and see what happens!
Buy the Spyderco Sharpmaker.. it's about $60 bucks, but it allows even beginners to easily sharpen their knives to a hair popping edge. Worth every penny.
Lost my belt clip for my obake where can I get a new one????
I love CRKT products. I'm wondering could this Knife be made out of ceramic I think it could be a defining option, plus the only thing I don't have is a ceramic and I would like to add one of these in a ceramic and steel blade to my collection.
Frederick Kaludis Thanks for the support! That would be stellar to make a ceramic Obake. We don't have any plans to make one at this point, but you never know what we might do in the future... -Ben
I got this I had it for 3 day now and I love it if you think of buying this knife stop thinking and buy it
That's what we like to hear! Enjoy.
I love Lucas' kwaiken flipper folder as well as this fixed blade knife. I'm big on the idea of a practical edc compact fixed blade knife. Interesting ideas on the carry setup. Some criticism- I really wish CRKT would produce this blade in America with 154cm, CPM154 or S30v steel. I would buy 2. Maybe you could do a collab with the USN with toxic green rayskin or paracord wrap? I see some really interesting knives coming out of CRKT for 2014, but I'm disappointed they are all Chinese produced 8crXmov steel.
Picked one up at Walmart for $30 without knowing anything about it. Seems excellent.
Has it served you well? Thinking of picking one up..
I can't say it's gotten much use, but I've had no problems with it. If you have $30 burning a hole in your pocket, go for it
I just got 2 of them on clearance from Walmart for $7 a pop. 🖒
@@d3ltaohniner261 got mine off a Cornwell tool truck. I payed $128 simply because I couldn't find one anywhere else and it was worth it.
Waiting for the tanto version
Cool knife!
how do you attach the lanyard to your belt?
Are you fucking serious with this question??? lol
Looks like a sweet blade!
Amazing knife!
Looks very nice.
Just got this not very impressed with the belt clip mainly cause im a little confused how it assembles correctly but i love it as iwb back up too my glock😃 great knife i would recommend it over all i was looking for a small concealed easy to deploy knife and that's what i got!
I'm guessing the holes don't line up quite right and the nuts aren't quite what are supposed to be used there? that's what I see with mine.
the belt clip just seems kinda slapshod scratched together and thrown in as an after thought.
I'm looking for an exceptional neck knife, and this may be the answer. How much is it?
+Mason Thornburgh - retail value is $59.99, hopefully this will be the knife you are looking for!
There is this wonderful new invention called GOOGLE where you can ask questions like this on your own and get an answer..all in a few seconds. Try it sometime! lol
Seems like a pretty versatile knife.
any one can tell me what knife in in hes jeans rigth front pocket? or any idea
Hey Stuardo - Not sure, probably is one of his custom designs- you can reach out to him through his page Burnley Knives.
Loved mine would like a leather sheath though
This will complement my James Williams collection of CRKT knives.
what is in his right pocket?
It's one of his customs-- a sick little fixed blade that rides in a custom leather sheath.
sold
I bought one 3 days ago at Walmart for $29. Great factory shaving edge, but I ditched the little skull. I added a touch of Testors gloss blue on the rain surface, both sides for a different look. It's my newest of my edc items
Hey Carlos - would love to see a picture of your knife! I am curious as to what the gloss did to the look.
@@crkt Just seeimg your reply tonite, 13 Dec 2022. I also have an HZ6 with a camo wrapped sheath, camo handle. Like to see it?
I'm curious of what's in his pocket..
Beautiful knife all around I just wish it was 5inc instead
Obake ordered.
+Al Machado Awww yeah. Nice work. Good to hear you like Burnley's designs!
Own it love it.it will be my EDC 4 awhile.and it's mt first CRKT.
Awesome !! Top shelf blade WoW'Eeeeeeeee
Had a CRKT Drifter my only EDC knife TY 4 sucha fine blade ;)
Just got a brand new one for 40 euros sweet
*CRKT, I was given this knife*
1. It's been sitting in a drawer.
2. I didn't know what the *cord wth skull* was for & foolishly threw it away.
3. If I can get that cord & skull replaced, I'll carry the knife on my duty belt!
Hello there - Thank you for reaching out. We recommend filling out a Replacement Parts form and we will work with you from there. www.crkt.com/customer-service/parts-request
High level of fit and finish? My Obake grind is all out of wack. One sides grind is way more sleep and goes up the blade where the other is lower and the tip is bent to one side right out of the factory. Good think I only paid $25 for it from Blade HQ.
obake means haunted
Obake translates directly to Ghost in Japanese not haunted.
very cool.
Ok bud, I've got two closeups for you. How would you like me to send these pix to you?
The cost of this tool in my country is half the minimum wage. Assuming the monthly salary for a minimum wage job in US is 1500U$, imagine this thing costing 750U$. God how I hate living in a third world country!
noot noot where are you from?
@@fromchopin Brazil
noot noot That’s cool, I know Brazil gets a bad wrap online but I’ve met a few people from Brazil & they’re really cool.
@@fromchopin We are more receptive and friendly than most people from other countries, but while being very mistreated and neglected by our government!
I made a clone of this out of O1 carbon steel, 57 HRC.
If this thing had a finger guard it would have been perfect
I thought the name was ghost in japanese, but when it even the knife creator calls it differently, I was wrong.
I wouldn't fuss too much about his pronunciation, if that's what you're getting at. Most english speakers have severe problems pronouncing japanese words properly.
Self defense and no guard?
+Gop Stop It's a non issue with the amount of traction you get from the wrapped handle. Also, defensive fixed blades should be held in a fist grip, imagine how you would grip bicycle handles, like that. It provides maximum control. All in all a great knife choice for the defensive use.
Love the knife, hate the carry system as presented in the video. Feels a bit too much like Mel Gibson shoving a Beretta down his pants.
Ninjaknife!
I like it, but then it seems to be a bad ideal.
If you wear it as advertised (or under clothes, direct skin contact) and you sweat badly, the lanyard and the wrap is going to collect your sweat. And bacteria is gona breed in it.
It is going to be stinky and itchy to wear.
would have sold SO MUCH BETTER if they made this in carbon and let people put their own "hamons" on them with mustard or whatever.
That's not what a hamon is.
that's why "hamon" see the ""s
It's called a patina, not a hamon. Use the right term, or don't speak.
learn grammar or don't bother writing to people.
Okay, do you really want to go down that road? You didn't even capitalize the first word to your comment.
nice steal on the Tactical Tether from Mercop at Modern Combative Systems, though that is nothing new for CRKT. They stole the Mercharness design too.
John Pavoncello From Lucas: The idea of static cords has been around for a long time. The obake and rip cord are just my interpretation of a concept that fits my mindset, training and aesthetic.
Nice steal on the Tactical Tether from Mercop at Modern Combative Systems. Nothing new, CRKT stole the Mercharness too.
Weaboo knife.