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Benchmade AFCK vs CRKT HVAS
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT HVAS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT HVAS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT HVAS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT HVAS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT HVAS stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT HVAS stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$120Most expensive
US$53.97Cheapest
Weight
119.7 g (4.22 oz)Heaviest
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
Overall length
235 mm (9.25 in)Longest
201 mm (7.91 in)Shortest
Closed length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
115 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M2 tool steel
1.4116 stainless steel
Handle material
G-10 handle scales with stainless steel liner
Glass reinforced nylon (GRN)
Finish
Black finish on blade, stonewashed pivot screws
Satin
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Steel pocket clip (tip down)
Metal pocket clip, tip-up, reversible
Use case profile
Best for
EDC utilitySelf defenseCollectors
Everyday carry (EDC)OutdoorsCampingHikingFishingHuntingUtilitySurvival
Not best for
Left hand users (clip and lock are right hand oriented)
Unknown
Common praise
Very sharp blade edgeComfortable, ergonomic handleReliable liner lockDurable constructionGood for utility and self defense
Easy maintenance with Field Strip technologySmooth action and good blade designLightweight and durable glass reinforced nylon handleSecure liner lock mechanism
Common complaints
Handle flex with G-10 scales (addressed in later models or by replacing scales with aluminum)Heavier compared to some other folding knivesRight hand only clip and lock
Handle has multiple hot spots and can feel cheapPocket clip and scale edges may cause discomfortConsidered a good limited use knife but not great value
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