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Tualatin, Oregon, U.S.A.— January 17, 2017

New release of popular EDC turning heads and taking names.

CRKT®is issuing two new releases of theFossil™ everyday carry knife. Designed by Flavio IkomaofPresidentePrudente, Brazil, it’s a knife that harkens back to another era. But with a hammered two-tone black and gray handle and IKBS™ ball bearing pivot system, this one will never get old—especially when it comes to cutting tasks.

The Fossil™ combines the best from Ikoma: with styling cues found on his previous Sampa™ and Carajas™ models, it ramps up the artistic flair to create a piece that is clearly Ikoma, yet distinctively a new breed of EDC folder. The knife has a distinctive, prehistoric look. But it goes through jobs like a T-Rex on stainless steel steroids courtesy of a clip point blade style. It’s available both in a compact version with a plain blade and as a full-size folder with patented Veff Serrations™.

A one-of-a-kind looking pocket knife, both versions feature the IKBS™ ball bearing pivot system, combined with an opening flipper. The result: blade deployment that is smooth and fast. A thumb hole cutout in both versions of the blade gives you a second option for opening the knife. The flipper also turns into a handsome finger guard when the clip point blade is open. In the features department, it’s survival of the fittest.

While the Fossil™ is hardcore on the inside, it’s gorgeous on the outside. The handles are made of stainless steel with a unique hammered finish. Contoured multi-colored G10 handle overlays make it look like a gator. But the blade won’t come down and bite you in the open position thanks to a frame lock.

Reach for the next evolution in well-crafted everyday carry knives - The Fossil™.

The Fossil™Black with Veff Serrations™ manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $89.99

The Fossil™ Black Compact manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $79.99

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

FOSSIL™ BLACK WITH VEFFSERRATIONS™

SKU:5473

Blade: Length: 3.960” (100.5 mm)

Edge: Plain Steel: 8Cr13MoV

Finish: Satin

Thickness: 0.148” (3.7 mm)

Closed: 4.928” (125.1 mm)

Open: 8.875” (225.4 mm)

Weight: 6 oz. (170.1 g)

Handle: 2Cr13 SS; G10

Style: Folding Knife w/Frame Lock

FOSSIL™ BLACK COMPACT

SKU:5462

Blade: Length: 3.439” (87.3 mm)

Edge: Plain Steel: 8Cr13MoV

Finish: Satin

Thickness: 0.115” (2.9 mm)

Closed: 4.315” (109.6 mm)

Open: 7.688” (195.2 mm)

Weight: 4.2 oz. (119.0 g)

Handle: 2Cr13 SS; G10

Style: Folding Knife w/Frame Lock

U.S. Patent No. D559,939

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