A.G. Russell Knives

As you know, Barry Gallagher is one of the most acclaimed members of the Knifemakers' Guild, well known for his award-winning high-end custom art knives. So CRKT® had a special challenge in producing Barry's Badger design at a quality level that would satisfy him, while keeping the price low enough to satisfy you.

CRKT® selected high-carbon 5Cr15MoV stainless steel at 55-57 Rc. for the 2-7/8" blade, and applied a non-reflective black oxide coating for maximum corrosion resistance. It's an unusual blade shape that CRKT® calls a "notched drop point" with a high hollow grind and a strong center spine. The result is a blade with excellent slicing ability and good penetrating ability with minimum weight.

The Badger® features the OutBurst™ assisted opening mechanism, which instantly springs the blade fully open after you have opened the blade approximately 30 degrees. It has Teflon® bearings at the adjustable blade pivot for smooth action. The grooved thumb disk allows fast either-hand opening, and locking liner has friction grooves for easy one-hand closing.

CRKT® owners expect the strength and rigidity of an InterFrame locking liner build with two 2Cr13 stainless steel liners, also black oxide finished, and a black aluminum back spacer. For the Badger® scales, CRKT® has created a special layered green and black textured G-10, which is CNC machined top and bottom to aid grip. The effect is indistinguishable from the best custom builds.

As a final touch, CRKT® added a removable custom stainless steel clip, also black oxide coated to match. All fasteners are quality Torx®, and are also finished in black. The result is a well-balanced personal knife that feels just right as an every day carry. It fits the hand perfectly, opens with crisp authority, and looks great, too. Measures 3-7/8" closed and weighs 2.7 oz. Suggested retail $59.99. Made in China.

CRKT® Gallagher Badger®