Product Description
The Provoke™ is the world’s first morphing karambit, a revolutionary tactical tool that forever changed the landscape of folding knife design. Created by Joe Caswell in his Newbury Park, California workshop, the Provoke was engineered for high-stakes defensive situations where rapid, one-handed deployment is mission-critical. This 4040BG edition features a striking "OD Green" colorway, blending a classic military aesthetic with the most advanced opening mechanism ever conceived.
At the core of the Provoke is the patented Kinematic® technology. With a simple push of the thumb, the internal linkages "morph" the blade into action, locking it securely in place while your hand maintains a full, unshakable grip on the handle. The 2.41" hawkbill blade is crafted from premium D2 tool steel—celebrated for its extreme toughness and edge retention—and is finished with a durable Green Cerakote® coating for maximum corrosion resistance. The handle is constructed from aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum, providing an incredible strength-to-weight ratio. Complete with a zero-profile pocket clip that sits flush until pressed, the Provoke is a masterclass in tactical innovation.
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2.41" D2 Tool Steel with a Green Cerakote® finish and a devastatingly effective Hawkbill profile.
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Kinematic® Technology: Revolutionary manual deployment that "morphs" the blade into a locked position with a single thumb-push.
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6061-T6 Aluminum Handle in an OD Green and Black finish for a lightweight, indestructible grip.
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Zero-Profile Pocket Clip: Innovative design that stays flush with the handle until needed, ensuring a snag-free draw.
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Tactical Karambit Evolution: Designed by Joe Caswell for rapid deployment and professional defensive use.
Specifications:
| Product Type | Folding Knife | |
| Brand | CRKT | |
| Product Name | Provoke | |
| Model # | 4040BG | |
| Overall Length (in) | 7.25 | |
| Closed Length (in) | 4.96 | |
| Blade Length (in) | 2.41 | |
| Blade Thickness (in) | 0.21 | |
| Blade Material | D2 | |
| Blade Hardness (HRC) | 55-62 | |
| Blade Style | Hawbill | |
| Blade Edge | Plain | |
| Blade Finish | Green Cerakote | |
| Handle Material | Aluminum | |
| Handle Color | Black / Green | |
| Lock Type | Kinematic | |
| Weight (oz) | 6.10 | |
| Origin | China | |
| Designer | Joe Caswell | |
| Blade Range | 2-2.99 |