Piratech Slippy Kraken

A slipjoint done right. The Slippy Kraken combines smart design, everyday legality, and real cutting performance. Minimalist, modern, and ready for your pocket.

Piratech Slippy Kraken – The Slipjoint, Reimagined

The Slippy Kraken isn’t a throwback to old-school knives – it’s a bold redesign. Piratech has taken the slipjoint concept, broken it down, and rebuilt it with modern tech and clever engineering. The result is a knife that’s legal to carry in most parts of Germany – and still plays in the top league when it comes to materials and function.

This isn’t the knife you carry just because you have to. This is the one you want to carry.

Tool-free inlay swapping with MagSnap
Thanks to a magnetic mechanism, the inlays stay rock-solid during use but can be changed in seconds – no tools, no hassle. Ideal if you like switching things up from time to time.

Recurved backspring meets ergonomic design
The spring is reverse-tensioned – sounds weird, feels great. This construction allows for a naturally curved handle without sacrificing mechanical stability. It fits your hand like it was made just for you.

118-degree mid-stop – smarter than the standard
Most slipjoints stop at 90 degrees. Sounds fine, but in practice it puts your fingers at risk. The Slippy Kraken uses a 118° stop, meaning the blade is further away from your fingers if it ever starts to close unintentionally. Small detail, big safety bonus – especially when applying thumb pressure or during closing.

Spring tension adjustment – your knife, your feel
Crisp and snappy or smooth and easy? You decide. The backspring tension is fully adjustable, giving you total control over the action.

Compact spring, more usable blade
Because of the smart internal design, more space is available for the blade. You’re getting full performance in a slipjoint-friendly format – no compromises necessary.

The Slippy Kraken isn’t a backup solution. It’s proof that a slipjoint can be modern, capable, and completely ready for daily carry – with no trade-offs in design, feel, or function.