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Benchmade Crooked River vs Kershaw Launch 20
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 118% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 20 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 34% 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$360Most expensive
US$260Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
65.2 g (2.30 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
Overall length
236 mm (9.29 in)Longest
183 mm (7.20 in)Shortest
Closed length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
107 mm (4.21 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
15 mm (0.59 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
CPM MagnaCut
Handle material
Black canvas Micarta with burnt copper aluminum bolsters
Aluminum with marbled carbon fiber inserts
Finish
DLC Battlewash black finish
Two-tone blade finish with stonewashed flats and satin grinds; clear anodized finish on handle
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Button lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Automatic push button deployment
Clip type
Split Arrow
Deep-carry reversible, tip-up
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingOutdoor tasksEDCCuttingSkinningFood preparation
Everyday carryAutomatic knife enthusiastsCollectors
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
High-quality materials and workmanshipSmooth and reliable AXIS lock mechanismComfortable and secure gripExcellent edge retentionAmbidextrous designLifetime warranty with LifeSharp service
Excellent edge retention and toughness of MagnaCut steelSmooth and fast automatic openingLightweight and comfortable aluminum handle with premium finishesReversible deep-carry pocket clip for secure carry
Common complaints
Slightly heavier and larger than comparable knivesPremium price pointWood handle can be smooth and may require roughening for grip
Price is relatively high compared to some other EDC knivesAutomatic deployment not legal in all jurisdictions
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