Leatherman Crater C33X Knife Review

A durable lightweight knife is one of the key items needed at all times when venturing outdoors. A knife can be used for many different purposes an is an essential tool to have on the trail. Known for their numerous multi-tools and folding knives which they first starting making back in 1983, for 2012 Leatherman is making the Crater Series of folding knives.

The Crater series includes the C33 models which are a simple folding knife with caribbeener, the C33L models which are similar to the C33 but have blade launching technology and the C33T models which are similar to the C33 model with additonal philips and flat head screwdrivers. The “X” after one of the Crater series model numbers indicates the blade is 1/2 serrated.

Design

Out on the trail, many pocket knives and multi tools have more built in features than we actually use. The Leatherman C33x has only the necessary items on it thus keeping the volume and weight low without sacrificing the quality and keeping it easy to use. It has a 1/2 serrated 2.6 inch blade and a caribeener that doubles as a bottle opener. At a closed size of less than 4 inches it fits decently in the palm of a smaller person’s hand.

Materials

Sleek and solid, the C33X has a high carbon (HC) 420 stainless steel blade which is the same material used in buck knives. 420HC is stronger and preferred over 420 stainless steel when buying knives as it can achieve a higher hardness rating. The blade is sharp and durable and it has a thumb stud on it to assist in opening and closing the knife. The blade locks into place via the locking liner located within the handle.

The knife body is made from a glass filled nylon handle and seems very durable and smooth. There is a slightly recessed area near the blade stud to help guide your thumb in opening the blade.

Features

The C33X comes with the knife, a belt clip and the caribeener/bottle opener. The caribeener is extended with your thumb and locks into place. It is then inserted back into the knife body by pushing it from the locked position down into the body then rotating it around into the opposite side of the blade as shown in the picture below.

Overall Recommendation

The Leatherman Crater C33X weighs in at a very light 0.15 lbs, is simple, durable and easy to use. Bring it hiking, backpacking or even just use it as a pocket knife. At less than $25 this knife is a steal and highly recommended!

 

 

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