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Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Drop Point vs CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 73% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Drop Point stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 276% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 113% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 52% 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$425Most expensive
US$113Cheapest
Weight
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
181.44 g (6.40 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.17 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Overall length
177.29 mm (6.98 in)Shortest
257 mm (10.12 in)Longest
Closed length
101.09 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.04 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
AUS-8
Handle material
Titanium 6Al4V
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash (one variant), Polished (one variant)
Dark coating
Lock type
Frame Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Titanium Pocket Clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesFunctional and aesthetic use
Tactical useEveryday carryCombatMartial arts practitioners
Not best for
Unknown
Left-handed users (clip right hand only)
Common praise
High-quality materials and craftsmanshipLightweight yet durableSmooth action and reliable frame lockPremium blade steel offering good edge retentionErgonomically designed handle with titanium scalesMultiple finish options and inlays
Solid lock-upWell ground bevelSlim profile for a large pocket knifeGood qualityPositive customer reviews and ratings
Common complaints
High price point
Pocket clip right-hand only
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