CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken

A large, thin, folding tactical knife designed by James Williams for tactical and combat use, featuring AUS-8 steel blade, G10 handle, frame lock, thumb stud opening, and tip-up pocket clip.

Last updated21 July 2026

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Weight181.44 g (6.40 oz)

PriceUS$113

Blade steelAUS-8

Lock typeFrame lock

Technical Specs

Specifications

CategoryFolding Knife

Blade length116 mm (4.57 in)

Overall length257 mm (10.12 in)

Closed length138 mm (5.43 in)

Blade thickness4 mm (0.16 in)

Handle materialG-10 Laminate

FinishDark coating

Opening methodThumb Stud

Clip typeTip-up pocket clip

Carry Profile

Best for

▣Tactical Use▣Everyday Carry▣Combat▣Martial Arts Practitioners

Limitations

Not best for

!Left-handed Users (clip Right Hand Only)

Field Signals

Common praise

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Solid lock-up

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Well ground bevel

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Slim profile for a large pocket knife

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Good quality

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Positive customer reviews and ratings

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Common complaints

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Pocket clip right-hand only

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