CRKT Heiho Deadbolt

Assisted opening folding knife by CRKT designed by James Williams incorporating a tanto style modified blade with Outburst assisted opening mechanism, a liner lock with manual LAWKS safety, and G10 handle scales engraved with Japanese kanji.

Last updated21 July 2026

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Weight102 g (3.60 oz)

PriceUS$40

Blade steel8Cr14MoV

Lock typeLiner Lock

Technical Specs

Specifications

CategoryFolding Knife

Blade length79.4 mm (3.13 in)

Overall length178 mm (7.01 in)

Closed length102 mm (4.02 in)

Blade thickness3.1 mm (0.12 in)

Handle materialG-10 Laminate

FinishSatin

Opening methodOutburst assisted opening with thumb disk

Clip typeReversible tip-up pocket clip

Carry Profile

Best for

▣Everyday Carry▣Self-defense▣Tactical Use▣Quick Deployment

Limitations

Not best for

!Heavy Chopping!Fixed Blade Tasks

Field Signals

Common praise

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Fast and smooth assisted opening

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Solid liner lock with effective manual LAWKS safety

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Sharp out of the box

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Good ambidextrous ergonomics

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Reversible deep carry clip

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Common complaints

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Handle scales can be slippery

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Grip confidence is reduced by smooth G10 finish

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