Kershaw Cryo 1555TI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Cryo 1555TI stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Kershaw Cryo 1555TI stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Kershaw Cryo 1555TI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Kershaw Cryo 1555TI stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Kershaw Cryo 1555TI stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 46% 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.
8Cr13MoV stainless steel with titanium carbo-nitride coating
Handle material
G-10 handle scales with stainless steel liner
Stainless steel with titanium carbo-nitride coating
Finish
Black finish on blade, stonewashed pivot screws
Matte grey titanium carbo-nitride coating
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner lock / frame lock with lockbar stabilization
Opening method
Thumb Hole
SpeedSafe assisted opening with dual thumbstuds and flipper
Clip type
Steel pocket clip (tip down)
Reversible carrying clip, 4-position (right or left, tip-up or tip-down)
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC utility▣Self defense▣Collectors
▣Everyday carry▣Work▣EDC use
Not best for
!Left hand users (clip and lock are right hand oriented)
Unknown
Common praise
✓Very sharp blade edge✓Comfortable, ergonomic handle✓Reliable liner lock✓Durable construction✓Good for utility and self defense
✓Solid build quality✓Fast assisted opening✓Comfortable handle✓Good value for the price✓Versatile pocket carry options
Common complaints
⚠Handle flex with G-10 scales (addressed in later models or by replacing scales with aluminum)⚠Heavier compared to some other folding knives⚠Right hand only clip and lock