Looking at this knife on paper, you’d expect a simple, compact everyday carry. Once you start using it, though, the personality shows through. It feels like one of those designs where the more time you spend with it, the more it starts to shine. So let’s take a look at how the Kroc stacks up.


Handle & Comfort

The handle has a gentle flow that settles naturally into your hand. The first curve hits just right for your index finger, or your middle finger depending on how you tend to grip smaller knives. There’s a well-shaped forward choil that lets you choke up and lock in when you want a little more control.

The scales are G10 with Vosteed’s two-tone setup — one main color and a contrasting strip running down the midline. Depending on the version, it can be bold or subtle. Mine is purple with a yellow insert. At first glance I thought it was green with brown, so apparently there’s a little color blindness I didn’t know about. Either way the combo works and has a bit of an LSU feel to it. The texture is smooth but not slick, giving enough grip without being too toothy.

Inside, you get skeletonized liners that keep things solid without adding unnecessary weight. The jimping on the spine and backspacer is spaced just right, giving you traction where you want it without chewing into your fingers. Everything feels intentional and well laid out.


Pocket Clip

A clip can make or break a knife, and this one is done right. The Kroc uses a deep carry clip that isn’t so deep that it disappears too far into the pocket. No branding, clean lines, and the geometry is spot on. It goes in easy, comes out easy, and holds securely. Between the weight and the clip, it carries well and never feels bulky or awkward.

Blade & Performance

The blade is a sheepsfoot just under three inches with an almost full flat grind, and it’s a slicer. I’ve always liked this blade shape because of how consistent and predictable it is. The tip gives you great control for detail work or tracing along edges, and the slight belly handles day-to-day cutting without fuss.

The steel is 14C28N, one of the best options in the budget category. It sharpens easily, holds a solid working edge, and shrugs off moisture. It’s the kind of steel you don’t have to babysit. The Kroc takes a keen edge and doesn’t struggle with any of the usual EDC tasks.

Opening the knife is where things get fun. You’ve got both a thumb hole and a front flipper, and both work flawlessly. The thumb hole makes middle-finger flicking addictive, and the ceramic bearings keep everything snappy and smooth. Deployment is quick, reliable, and genuinely enjoyable.


Locking Mechanism

Vosteed has been ahead of the curve with the top liner lock, and the Kroc shows why it’s such a good system. You get the ease of a button-style release, but with the security and strength of a liner lock. Closing the knife keeps your fingers completely away from the path of the blade, which is a huge plus for safety and just overall ease of use. The button is recessed and textured, so you get positive engagement without it sticking out or snagging.

Closing Thoughts

The Kroc is one of those knives that feels like more than the sum of its parts. It’s compact without being cramped, playful without feeling gimmicky, and functional without losing its personality. The blade shape is useful in almost any setting, the action is satisfying every time you open it, and the handle is comfortable in every grip I’ve tried.

What really gets me is the value. For under seventy bucks you’re getting excellent design, great materials for the price, and a knife that just performs. If you want something that carries light, cuts well, and has a bit of bite to it, the Vosteed Kroc is worth a look.

Specifications
Blade Length:2.99" | 75.95 mm
Overall Length:7.00" I 178.10 mm
Blade Width:1.18" I 29.95 mm
Blade Thickness:0.118" | 3.00 mm
Blade Material:14C28N
Blade Grind:Flat
Blade Style:Sheepsfoot
Handle Length:4.02" I 102.20 mm
Handle Width:1.13" I 28.80 mm
Handle Thickness:0.51" | 13.00 mm
Handle Material:G10
Weight:3.38 oz | 96.00 g
Opener:Front Flipper | Thumb Hole
Lock Type:Top Liner Lock
Designer:Vosteed