Ergonomic Aftermarket Mod for CRK Zaan Knife Lockbar
Product/Service Opportunity: Enhancing the ergonomics of the Chris Reeve Zaan knife's lockbar after purchase.
Specific Product Suggestion: A "Zaan Comfort Lockbar Mod" – a small, well-fitted cap or sleeve made from a more comfortable material (like polymer, smoothed G10, or a thin, smooth metal piece) that can be easily attached to the Zaan's lockbar disengagement area.
Expected Benefit: This mod would greatly improve the comfort and ergonomics when disengaging the lockbar on the Chris Reeve Zaan, addressing a common complaint ("sharp lockbar") from users of this high-end knife model. It could boost user satisfaction and make the knife more appealing to those who are sensitive to this issue.
Origin Reddit Post
r/knifeclub
Got 2 in the mail today.
Posted by u/Ok-Flan-6972•05/29/2025
Couldn't be happier with the QC Waypoit L. Absolutely awesome knife. Couldn't be more disappointed with the Zaan. Has to be the most overhyped knife I've ever bought.
Top Comments
u/Ok-Flan-6972
The ergos are shit compared to my Inkosi and Seb 31. That sharp ass lock bar disengagement is just unexplainable and unacceptable. The thumbstud placement is bad (for me), but that is just pa
u/SmartStatistician684
Also need to know what you don’t like about the Zaan!please be specific I was planning on buying one myself
u/Optimal-Ad3709
Honest question. On the fence for my first crk atm.
u/Remarkable_Award_185
I bought my Zaan after my Inkosi and Seb 21, so I know exactly how you are feeling. You will grow to appreciate it more, but as far as ergos, the Inkosi is the best.
u/Ezlle71
I just bought mine week or so ago. I don’t understand the hate for the lock bar. Works just fine for me or maybe my thumb is more calloused. So far I think it’s a great knife for hard use.
u/Ok-Flan-6972
I have the Waypoint (small and large), the Drift LCT, and the Nine. They are all flawless knives. I love them. The Drift LCT is probably my favorite, but not by much. I plan to get the Rincon
u/Ok-Flan-6972
You do WW work in a refinery?
u/Zealousideal-Mix-822
Yep. One of my most sought after grails so what is it's shortcomings
u/Ezlle71
I too raise cattle and farm on top of my day job(water/ww operator) I don’t have other CRK knives so nothing to compare to. After looking at mine I think maybe crk made it like that for a pos
u/Optimal-Ad3709
What don’t you like?
u/Ezlle71
Municipal water/ wastewater
u/Hungry-for-Apples789
I’m curious if you have tried other QC knives? I’ve been eyeing the waypoint and Drift L for a while.
u/Optimal-Ad3709
Glass blast looks amazing. Can’t argue that
u/Hungry-for-Apples789
Ughhh…you say such expensive things.
u/Ok-Flan-6972
Have you had any other CRKs? The Zaan lockbar disengagement is unusually sharp. I didn't say it was painful. I raise cattle and train horses so I don't have soft hands, there is just no reaso