CRKT® Gravitic Flip™ Manual OTF Folder – 3.18" 5Cr13MoV Dagger – Black Glass-Reinforced Nylon – 6013
The CRKT® Gravitic Flip™ Manual Out-The-Front (OTF) Folding Knife in Matte Black (6013) represents an incredibly imaginative, mechanically brilliant milestone in modern everyday carry (EDC) design, reviving a rare and forgotten piece of mid-century cutlery history. While conventional automatic OTF knives rely on tight, complex internal coil springs, catch-pins, and fragile button switch assemblies—frequently leading to mechanical lock failures, debris binding, and severe legal carry restrictions across multiple jurisdictions—the Gravitic Flip completely shatters those platform liabilities. This advanced, non-automatic utility instrument (794023601305) relies entirely on smart kinetic physics and a manual leverage loop, providing an exceptional, hyper-dependable target platform for fidget-friendly utility slicing and low-profile tactical packing.
The structural foundation of this Ted Valerio design features a flat-ground 5Cr13MoV high-carbon stainless steel blade. Specifically chemistry-selected to maximize corrosion immunity and ease of field sharpening, this high-tensile alloy handles a variety of daily workspace tasks with great structural flexibility. The defining technical edge of the 6013 configuration is its specialized **3.18-inch physical cutting edge length honed into a razor-sharp, double-edge dagger / spearpoint blade shape**. Boasting symmetrical cutting bevels and a structurally aligned, needle-thin point, it provides clean, uniform piercing and bi-directional cutting tracking. The steel is finished in a rugged, non-reflective **black stonewashed coating** that acts as a protective shield while effortlessly masking minor surface scratches, scuffs, and abrasions.
The true functional highlight of this pocket-sized powerhouse lies in its revolutionary manual flip-insert swing chassis. The handle is injection-molded from a featherlight, highly durable Black Glass-Reinforced Nylon (GRN) matrix that keeps total pocket weight down to a staggering, ultra-light 1.40 ounces. To deploy the blade without any internal springs, you simply grip the two wing-like tabs on the spine inlay, swinging it forward in a quick, fluid arc; the captured blade glides effortlessly down dual internal tracks into a rock-solid, slide-locked position that is naturally reinforced by your own hand purchase. When stowed, dual **recessed internal magnets** pull the linkage shut with a satisfying click, keeping the tip completely safe. Outfitted with a discreet, black-coated deep-carry pocket clip and a pre-installed black nylon utility lanyard, this innovative manual OTF delivers ultimate mechanical curiosity and handling confidence.
Includes: (1) CRKT Gravitic Flip Manual OTF Folding Knife (5Cr13MoV Black Stonewashed Dagger Blade / Black GRN Handles), Deep-Carry Pocket Clip, Factory-Installed Black Nylon Lanyard, and Original CRKT Branded Presentation Packaging.
*Manual Mechanical Tracking & Cleaning Care: Because the Gravitic Flip utilizes an open channel track system with an external swinging insert bar rather than air-tight spring boxes, it is highly resilient against mud and lint. However, to keep the blade sliding forward with maximum fluid momentum, occasionally wash the handle tracks out with warm water to clear embedded pocket grit, dry thoroughly, and apply a faint layer of dry-film lubricant directly along the interior channel lines.
Key Features
- Vintage-Inspired Manual OTF Action: Innovative spring-free flip insert mechanism deploys the blade utilizing physical leverage, bypassing automatic knife restrictions.
- Double-Edge Dagger Blade Shape: Symmetrical 3.18" dagger geometry delivers uniform piercing force and dual-sided slicing options for highly efficient utility tasks.
- Ultra-Lightweight GRN Chassis: High-impact glass-reinforced nylon handle keeps the entire tool incredibly slim and agile, scaling total carry mass down to just 1.4 ounces.
- Magnetic Closure Alignment: Dual recessed internal magnets snap the manual swing linkage shut with a clean, tactile clack, keeping the blade safely enclosed in your pocket.
- Non-Reflective Black Stonewash: Heavy stonewashed dark treatment protects the 5Cr13MoV steel core from ambient moisture while hiding daily field wear lines.
- Discreet Low-Profile Pocket Ride: Clean deep-carry clip seats the tool low and unnoticeable against clothing layers, pairing with a lanyard cord for fast draw loops.
Product Specifications
- Brand: CRKT® / Columbia River Knife & Tool (Tualatin, OR)
- Product Line: Ted Valerio / Teval Knives Collaborative Series
- Model Name: Gravitic Flip™ Manual Out-The-Front Black
- SKU / MPN: 6013 (Alternative Factory Part Identifier: CR6013)
- Primary Knife Designer: Ted Valerio (Former SWAT Sniper)
- Blade Steel Chemistry: 5Cr13MoV High-Carbon Stainless Steel
- Blade Hardness Matrix: 55-57 HRC (Rockwell Hardness Scale)
- Blade Edge Length Spec: 3.18 Inches (80.77 mm) - Symmetrical Dual Cutting Edge
- Handle Closed Length: 4.28 Inches (108.71 mm)
- Open Overall System Length: 7.50 Inches (190.50 mm)
- Blade Stock Thickness: 0.110 Inches (2.79 mm)
- Blade Profile Geometry: Symmetrical Double-Edge Dagger / Spearpoint
- Blade Surface Finish: Scratch-Masking Dark Black Stonewash
- Handle Material Class: High-Tensile Injection-Molded Glass-Reinforced Nylon (GRN)
- Locking Mechanism Class: Friction-Lock Slide Inlay Matrix
- Blade Retention Safety: Integrated Internal Recessed Magnets
- Pocket Clip Configuration: Deep-Carry Pocket Clip (Right-Side, Tip-Down Ambi Index)
- Carrier Tether Support: Integrated Black Nylon Tail Cord Lanyard
- Knife Core Net Weight: 1.40 oz (39.7 g) - Ultra-Light Gadget Class
- UPC Barcode: 794023601305
