My original Cryo was absconded by TSA because I mistakenly hadn't checked it. After years without, I decided I wanted it back and Amazon had the Cryo XL Blackwash for less than the original finish- looks better for less. What's not to like? Well...
It arrived and it is, indeed, a bigger knife; it feels heavier by a lot but after weighing my current Kershaw (not sure what model now), this is only 2oz heavier than that one, which is not a lot, but it's amazing the difference 2 ounces make. Still, I like this knife and size, doesn't feel too heavy in the pocket, and has more surface to get a better grip, H O W E V E R . . .
It is a more substantial knife and THE BLACKWASH MAKES THIS THING REALLY SLIPPERY, as in, it could slip in your hand and gore you, kind of slippery. SKETCHY would not be inaccurate. The blade came crazy sharp, making this thing even more terrifying to handle because, have I mentioned, this is slippery!! I struggled for a week or two then settled on these solutions that may help you:
1. DO NOT BUY THE BLACKWASH FINISH. This will solve ALL of the safety issues. Period.
While it looks great, the Blackwash finish will only serve to contrast with the blood dripping profusely from the now missing tip of your finger and exposed bone. Upside? How many of your friends can count to 9 1/4? You'll be the life of the party at the next kegger. MURICA!!!!
2. GRIND IT.
That broken in look you dread applying on your new knife may be the thing that saves you a trip to the ER, and your hand from looking like Frankenstein. Not making this up.
I took my bench grinder to this thing. As you can see in the pics, the edges are different-looking because I spooled the grinder up to a good speed, turned it off, then touched the edges to the knife gently in a grind, grind, grind, type of contact, rather than a long grrrrrrrind along the edge. The slowing speed is meant to add abrasiveness to make it rougher without taking too much metal off. It works. No, low grit sandpaper doesn't work because the metal is so hard. (did you honestly think I hadn't tried that first? Come on!) I used a Dremel on the gimping since it's so DAMN slippery everywhere. The gimping had to be sharper so I could get some purchase on this thing and not carry a tourniquet. That worked, too! Oh, the flipper tab, that's freaking slick so there's no grip to flip the blade out and your finger will slip off. (Yes, it will) Roughed that with the Dremel but will probably end up cutting notches like I did with my previous knife to keep my index finger from slipping off.
3. GET A GRIP. Use Dragon Grips Grip Tape https://a.co/d/9mVP9X1
Not only does this stuff work really well, it supports a family business, and it is TOUGH AS NAILS.
There's a small, adjustable, lip inside of the tray you load X-ray imaging detectors into on a wall stand. Like the Blackwash Cryo XL, this ~ 2" long, and approx 5/8" wide lip is untextured stainless steel and the only thing keeping the $50K detector from meeting the floor. I've had others slip, but was able to catch them, but immediately broke into a sweat because I was nearly "that guy" who damaged the detector; terrifying! After we invested in this new detector, I put some of this Dragon Grip on the lip and now the detectors are far more secure. Despite the untold number of times every day detectors are taken in and out and rubbing on this lip, the Grip shows hardly any signs of wear and has been on for at least 5 months. STELLAR STUFF!!
Because the scales on this knife are SO slick, I had a hard time pulling the knife off the edge of my pocket. As you can see in the pics, I added the Grip to the one side and BAM! No issue pulling it out!! Also worthy of noting here is the fact that the adhesive is so good, none of the Grip has moved from the original placement on the scale, despite the expected temperature and movement inside of a pocket.
Hope this review helps to keep your new purchase from becoming knife and death😜!! (see what I did there)
*** Just so we're all clear, I don't know the people who make Dragon Grip Grips from Adam, so I'm not getting anything by sharing about their product, to be sure. Still, I want to mention one more thing about the Dragon Grips. NONE of the Grip I strategically placed on the bottom of my laptop to prevent slipping and drops while moving it one handed after a Rotator Cuff surgery, has moved in the least- it's been 2 years and they are all as I placed them. Removal is easy and if you heat it a little (VERY little) with a hair dryer, removal is clean painless. Honestly this stuff is the best and good for a wide variety of uses. There are VERY FEW products I can drone on about, but I am ever thankful I found their product. I can still count to 10. 😁
| Recommended Uses For Product | Everyday, Work |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kershaw |
| Model Name | 4057-0413 |
| Special Feature | Stainless Steel |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Included Components | 1560 hunting-folding-knives |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Blade Material | 8Cr13MoV |
| Style | 1556TI |
| Blade Length | 3.38 Inches |
| Power Source | AC/DC |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Item Weight | 5.5 Ounces |
| Blade Shape | Drop Point |
| Blade Edge | Plain |
| Item Length | 4.38 Inches |
| Manufacturer | Kershaw |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 4.84 x 1.61 x 1.34 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.18 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.38 x 2.3 x 0.9 inches |
| Brand Name | Kershaw |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Material | Other |
| Suggested Users | Unisex Adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | 1556TI |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Size | 4.38 inch |
