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Topaz Krake Raken Trainer

Topaz Krake Raken Trainer

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The Topaz Krake Raken Trainer is a premium butterfly knife trainer featuring a new blade coating called Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). PVD is a vacuum coating process that vaporizes solid materials to create a thin, highly durable, wear-resistant metal-ceramic layer on the blade.
Learn more about PVD coating here.

Description

The Krake Raken Trainer is built on the same handle platform as our best-selling live blade—the Krake Raken. In this updated version, we've implemented suggestions from members of our community.

The V3 features a redesigned trainer blade along with improved grip, including deeper texture milling and larger jimping for enhanced control.

The Topaz Series Krake Raken Trainer V3 features a blade coated with Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), a thin-film coating process that creates a durable, wear-resistant finish with a gem-like sapphire appearance.

Designed, manufactured, and assembled in the USA.

Features

You'll find the following premium features on our Krake Rake Trainer:

  • High strength 7075 aluminum alloy channel handles in zen pin configuration
  • 410 stainless steel trainer blade with PVD coating (hardened with cryogenic treatment)
  • Mathematically calculated weight distribution for the ultimate balance
  • Precision tuned bushing system
  • Chamfered spine
  • Slot added to the side of the handles for more grip
  • Rounded handles for strengthened durability

Specifications

Total Length (Open Position) 10"
Total Length (Closed Position) 5.875"
Handle Length 5.675"
Handle Thickness 0.5"
Blade Length 4.9"
Weight 4.19 Ounces
Handle Material

7075 T6511 High Strength Aluminum Alloy 
Handle Finish

Anodized 
Blade Material

410 Stainless Hardened
Blade Finish

PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)
Pin Design Zen Pins
Handle Design Channel
Pivot Design Bushings
Latch Design Latchless
Balance Profile

Light Handle Bias

FAQ

Performance Pentagon

Rating System

Grip: Tactility and degree of control

Balance: Distribution of the weight in relation to optimal flipping

Durability: Longevity rating and overall resistance to damage

Tolerances: Accuracy and preciseness of the tuning and handle play

Noise: Sound level during flipping

Rating out of 10

Grip: 7 Balance: 10 Durability: 6.5 Tolerances: 10 Noise: 7
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Multiple Option for Everyone

The Krake Raken Trainer is the premium butterfly trainer. With incredible durability, refined balance, and buttery smoothness , the Krake Raken comes with a variety of variants that fit the need of every flippers.

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Accessorize your Krake Raken

The Krake Raken Pocket Clip and Anchor provide secure, convenient carry options for your Krake Raken. The Pocket Clip offers a streamlined, minimalist design focused on quick access and everyday convenience. For added retention, the Anchor functions as both a pocket clip and a latch, securing the Krake Raken in the closed position to help prevent accidental opening, and keep your knife firmly in place during active movement.

Fine-tune your Krake Raken Trainer with the Zippy Balisong Krake Raken Mod. Featuring removable tungsten weights, it allows you to adjust the balance toward a more neutral feel while also helping reduce flipping noise.

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Disclaimer

Each and every Squid Industries balisong is hand-assembled and tested to ensure that each unit is an exceptional flipper. All Squid Industries Balisongs arrive with a box and sticker. Balisongs come thread locked.

Squid Industries is not responsible for lost, stolen, or seized packages.

NOTE: The following product is a balisong (butterfly) knife trainer and not a real knife. The "blade" shown in the following pictures is merely dull and used to mimic the weight and feel of a real blade. Trainers are not weapons and are strictly made for recreational and educational purposes only.