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CRKT M16-12ZLEK Tanto, Black
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CRKT M16-12ZLEK Tanto, Black
M16®-12ZLEK Tanto
Folding Tactical M16 Knife
Emergency-Ready. Mission-Proven.
The M16®-12ZLEK is built for professionals who face the unexpected. Whether on duty or in the field, this knife delivers unwavering reliability when every second counts.
Purpose-built for emergency rescue, it’s equipped with a seatbelt cutter and an integrated glass breaker in the pommel. The high-carbon stainless steel tanto blade, finished with a Titanium Nitride coating, resists corrosion and stays sharp through the toughest use. Triple Point™ serrations slice through rope, webbing, and fibrous materials with ease, while the Automated Liner Safety system adds an extra layer of protection, keeping the blade securely locked when deployed.
Trusted worldwide, the M16®-12ZLEK carries forward Kit Carson’s legacy of purposeful design, engineered to perform when it matters most.
FEATURES
- Easy To Sharpen: High carbon stainless steel blade takes an edge well
- Cutting Power: Triple Point™ serrations cut fibrous materials with ease
- Fast Opening: Flipper deploys the blade fast
- Smooth Opening: IKBS™ ball bearing pivot deploys the blade smooth
- Safe And Secure: Automated liner safety provides extra layer of lock security
- Strong and Lightweight: Glass-reinforced nylon handle is durable and lightweight
SPECS
Blade Details
- Blade Steel AUS 8
- Blade Edge Triple Point Serrations™
- Blade Finish Titanium Nitride
Measurements
- Blade Length 3.00" (76.20 mm)
- Blade Thickness 0.12" (3.00 mm)
- Overall Length 7.31" (185.67 mm)
- Closed Length 4.38" (111.13 mm)
- Weight 3.60 oz. (102.06 g)
Other
- Handle Material Glass-Reinforced Nylon
- Style Folding Knife with Liner Lock
- Patent Number 7437822. 9038223. D678,456.
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