# Carbon-Scaled Collaboration Pocket Knives The Shinola x Benchmade Crooked River Knife is Durable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-02-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinola-x-benchmade-crooked-river-knife References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/shinola-x-benchmade-crooked-river-knife/) & [shinola](https://www.shinola.com/pocket-knife-1.html)  The [Shinola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinola-x-giantmouse-brass-perlage-bleecker-knife) x Benchmade Crooked [River](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-cheese-ale) Knife has been unveiled as a collaboration pocket knife from the brands that will provide [everyday carry (EDC) enthusiasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yonder-knife) with a new option to add to their collection. The full-length model is achieved with milled carbon fiber scales across the handle that will allow for easy control over the 4.00-inch clip-point blade made with CPM-S30V steel. The blade is finished with a black PVD coating with both brands branding on either side. The Shinola x Benchmade Crooked River Knife is a limited-edition offering that weighs in at 5.41-ounces that is the same as the previous model with a dymondwood-scaled handle. Priced at $360, the knife is available now for purchase. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Collaboration Pocket Knives:** Opportunity to explore partnership and joint ventures for durable EDC products - **Carbon Fiber Scaled Knives:** Opportunity to leverage carbon fiber materials for lightweight and strong EDC products - **PVD Coated Blades:** Opportunity for companies to explore innovative blade finishes to enhance durability and style of EDC products ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Recreation:** Industry players can invest in manufacturing high-quality and durable products for outdoor enthusiasts - **Luxury Goods:** Companies can leverage innovative materials and finishes to design high-end EDC products for niche markets - **Defense and Security:** Opportunity to manufacture durable and reliable EDC products for security personnel and law enforcement ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Watchmaker Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinola-x-giantmouse-brass-perlage-bleecker-knife.md) - [Lux Landscape-Inspired Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchmade-gold-class-mini-crooked-river.md) - [Micro Outdoor Lifestyle Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-x-huckberry-redstone-knife.md) - [Collaboration Retailer Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chapter-2-pocket-knife.md) - [Carbon Fiber Folding Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkt.md) - [Chromatic Aluminum Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-x-glidr-microblade.md) - [Ultra-Thin EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchmade-748-narrows.md) - [Luxury High-Strength Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-the-barnes.md) - [Graphic Novel-Honoring Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-the-cell-shaded-allman.md)