CRKT Assisted Squid: Review and Comparison

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  • Опубліковано 23 вер 2024
  • This is my review of the CRKT Assisted version of the Squid. This one comes by way of Rusty Knife Lover on Instagram. What a great dude. His info is below. I love the original squid, so I not only review this one but I compare it to the original.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 41

  • @jeremyspaulding7735
    @jeremyspaulding7735 3 роки тому +3

    The squid is a classic for sure. I would go non assisted as well don't mind assisted necessarily but would prefer to not have it. Great review 👍

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      Yeah, I mean if there's an option to not have assisted, then I will always choose the model without the assisted opening. Thanks

  • @rickkerans8485
    @rickkerans8485 3 роки тому +2

    Enjoyed the review. It was very fair. I think the look is different enough that it loses the squid look. I don't know that it could be called anything else but to me blocking the area with the lanyard area it loses that look. It has always up to this variant looked like a squid. Can't say that on the assisted verdion.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      I agree totally. They changed it a bit too much for me. But it's a good knife for those who would like it. Thanks

  • @DaveLikesKnives
    @DaveLikesKnives 3 роки тому

    You made the Pilar comparison, do you think you'd like this Squid if it were similarly bigger? If they had changed something more significant in addition to the assist?

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому +1

      If they were able to make it bigger and still keep the squid look which I think they lost in this model then yes. I mean there's nothing super wrong with it, I just don't like assisted, and I don't think the tweaks stay true to the design. Thank you

  • @jefffletcher5358
    @jefffletcher5358 3 роки тому +1

    hmm interesting. I really like the new design, I like the blade better, i like the bigger, flatter lanyard hole, and i dig the flipper tab. but i have never found an assisted knife that ive really enjoyed.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      Cool. Thanks for watching. Yeah not big on assisted as it's not something I feel is needed.

  • @mdubb4855
    @mdubb4855 3 роки тому

    I'd like a Squid Assist in D2 or 14C28, with G10 on the non-lockbar side. I have two current non-assist Squids - basic entry model which has a very weak detent, and latest G10 model with an almost impossible to overcome detent. Quality control - consistency - leaves much to be desired. Design is sweet though.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      Yeah well said. It is definitely one of my favorite designs, but you are right that time to time it is very inconsistent. Well hopefully they'll come out with one that we both love soon. But I still prefer non-assisted. Thanks

  • @jasonbrown6686
    @jasonbrown6686 3 роки тому +1

    Rusty is gonna provide you with the next 2 weeks of videos . I would try this knife even though I’m not a fan of assisted knives . Thanks for the video !! Take care KC

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      Yeah I hear you Jason. I feel that way about the Lanny, but I think in this case I would rather have the non-assisted squid than this one. Thanks.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      Oh yeah, and Rusty is awesome. He did exactly that. The next two or three weeks will be a lot of his knives

    • @neilfoster9517
      @neilfoster9517 2 роки тому

      It’s 👍

  • @lizmaurer3830
    @lizmaurer3830 2 роки тому

    Great review! I love my squid. I think I'm ready to get the assisted open. Thanks.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  2 роки тому

      Awesome. It's good for sure. Thanks

    • @neilfoster9517
      @neilfoster9517 2 роки тому

      Love the assist version but I z removed the clip. I like it better now. Give it a try 👍

  • @BigRedEDC
    @BigRedEDC 3 роки тому

    The Squid is a fun little knife for sure! I dont think the assist would change my mind too much!! Thanks KC!

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      Yeah I hear you. It's still a cool knife. I'm just saying that I prefer the manual ones like I already have. But it is cool. Thank you

  • @diverson63
    @diverson63 3 роки тому

    Good review KC! Like you I don't care much for assisted knives, but it is a good knife for someone who likes it.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому

      Oh yeah, if anyone likes assisted knives or doesn't mind them, this is the perfect knife for them. Especially if they like small knives. Thanks

  • @winchesterinc.5643
    @winchesterinc.5643 3 роки тому +1

    I feel like Allen Iverson. We’ve got the Toor folders coming out, and we’re talking about “practice”
    Instead, we’re talking about Squids 😂

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому +1

      That is hilarious. Great analogy. Trust me I've been talking to them on the back end trying to figure out when I'm going to get one. But I I have to give the people variety. Lol. Thank you

    • @DaveLikesKnives
      @DaveLikesKnives 3 роки тому

      @@KnivesFAST SO EXCITED!

  • @GromMolotok
    @GromMolotok 3 роки тому

    I don't mind an assisted blade. But the grey looks so much better anyway.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому +1

      I mean to each their own. But glad you like the gray. Thank you

  • @zerofivetwelve
    @zerofivetwelve 2 роки тому

    I also have 3 squids. One of them is the assisted. Thats the one i like most. I like assisted knifes. I have several from benchmade too. For me..assisted knife is quicker ans easier to use. Maybe is just me.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  2 роки тому +1

      It's a great design. Yeah I can see that. That's why there's so many choices so everyone can have what they want. Glad you like it. Thanks

  • @andrewbeattieRAB
    @andrewbeattieRAB Рік тому

    I have bought 2 original grey stone squids because I gave my 1st to my daughter. 😊
    I like the original design much better. What’s the point of making such a small knife assisted?? I don’t know.
    I think there are some great options for design extensions. Assisted isn’t of them, IMO.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  Рік тому +1

      We are on the same page sir. The original squid is great but there's no need to assist it at all. Thanks

  • @mdubb4855
    @mdubb4855 3 роки тому

    The most appealing aspect of the new assisted version is removing the thumbstuds.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому +1

      And see that's where you and I differ in that I prefer thumb studs over a flipper tab. But we're all different. Thank you

  • @neilfoster9517
    @neilfoster9517 2 роки тому

    I removed the clip as it just doesn't fit this knife. Try it , this small knife goes well into your coin pocket anyways and I get a solid 3 finger grip now. Much more comfortable.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  2 роки тому

      Very cool idea. Coming up with some of my small amounts as well. Excellent. Thanks

    • @davidcarlson5879
      @davidcarlson5879 11 місяців тому

      it is how i carry mine. no clip.

  • @rustyknifelover4463
    @rustyknifelover4463 3 роки тому

    You need a Squidworth. It's not a bad little knife.

    • @KnivesFAST
      @KnivesFAST  3 роки тому +1

      I'm not familiar with that one. I'll have to check it out

    • @rustyknifelover4463
      @rustyknifelover4463 3 роки тому

      @@KnivesFAST Squidword remembered the name wrong. LOL

    • @jasonbrown6686
      @jasonbrown6686 3 роки тому +1

      @@rustyknifelover4463 spongebob reference ..

    • @rustyknifelover4463
      @rustyknifelover4463 3 роки тому

      @@jasonbrown6686 You know it. Knew a youth Pastor that would throw random Spongebob Squarepants references into his sermons.

    • @jasonbrown6686
      @jasonbrown6686 3 роки тому +1

      @@rustyknifelover4463 that’s awesome !! My daughter 5 almost 6 years old . She loves Spongebob !!