I know I could have planned things better. I’m holding the working end of a line of twine that will become a delightfully hipster sunglasses hanger in my apartment. But in true Adam fashion, I embarked on the project before really thinking through the process.
One end of the twine is secured to a Command Hook while I pinch the free end against the wall to hold a straight line. In my eager haste, I placed several pairs of shades along the line to prove my idea a good one. But now I have only one hand free to cut the line and tie off the end while keeping the shades from falling to the ground.
Typical. But I still have an ace up my sleeve — or rather, a knife. I pull the emerald CRKT Twist Tighe from my pocket and roll my thumb up to the jimped trigger. A light press, and a 2.69-inch blade shoots out with authority.
I easily slice through the line and, with the same hand, fire the blade back and return it to my pocket in one smooth motion. This, I learn, is the beauty of an out-the-front (OTF) automatic knife.

In short: Not without its limitations, the CRKT Twist Tighe is a seductive, eager automatic knife for both EDC enthusiasts and OTF newbies alike. It’s stunningly lightweight, making it an outstanding pocket companion for many moderate-duty tasks. It’s not suitable for seriously abusive work, and it carries a healthy price tag — but it is as beautiful to hold as it is to look at.
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- OAL: 6.78”
- Blade length: 2.69”
- Blade steel: MagnaCut
- Blade shape: Spear point
- Grind: Flat
- Lock type: Slide
- Opening type: Automatic
- Carry: Ambidextrous (swappable clip)
- Weight: 1.6 oz.
- Price: $300
Pros
- Virtually unnoticeable in the pocket
- MagnaCut steel
- Made in USA
- Outstanding grip
Cons
- Dual edge has some utility drawbacks
- Legal restrictions vary by state
CRKT Twist Tighe OTF Review

Design, Specs

Testing Impressions


Note on OTF Blade Care

Legality by State
CRKT Twist Tighe: Who’s It For?
