New Release: The Rook Knife

New Release: The Rook Knife

It's Tuesday, October 19th at 4:30pm EDT, and we're coming to you with the hotly anticipated arrival of our first Craighill-designed folding knife.

We're delighted to share — the Rook Knife.

We initially offered the Rook Knife to a select group for preorder, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. If you placed an order, we're excited to share that we'll begin shipping tomorrow. If you decided to hold off until a later date, perhaps the time has arrived.

If you're just now joining us, read on for more info on this tantalizing new addition to the catalog...

The Rook Knife is the one we've always wanted and could never find – a thoroughly distilled folding knife that strips away the excess, yet still somehow feels both distinctive and entirely familiar.

From the time we're kids, we become entranced by the magic of pocket knives. They're useful, sharp, and beautiful. The responsibility of owning one is something to take seriously.

Since launching Craighill in 2015, we've always known we would create a folding knife of our own. We began the process two years ago, and we can say with confidence it was worth the wait.

The Rook Knife is a frame lock folding knife with S35VN blade steel, a drop point blade, and a flipper mechanism for easy one-handed opening. Constructed entirely from metal, it's slimmer than most folding knives, but with greater density and heft.

It's available in two unique styles: Stainless Steel and Tricolor.

The Stainless version is monochromatic and beautifully reflective, with the unified materiality highlighting the nuances of the overall form.

The Tricolor version features a body that's half brass-half stainless, and a blade that's black PVD coated for a hint of tactical precision. A nod to the classic Craighill color/material palette, it's an unusual blend that works surprisingly well. The brass side is left untreated and will develop a natural patina – the more you use it, the brighter it will stay.

Available in limited quantities for 2021, the Rook Knife will begin shipping tomorrow, Wednesday, October 20th.

The Rook Knife - Tricolor

The Rook Knife - Stainless