Comparison Console
CIVIVI Button Lock Elementum vs CRKT Ancestor
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. CIVIVI Button Lock Elementum stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CIVIVI Button Lock Elementum stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Button Lock Elementum stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Button Lock Elementum stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Button Lock Elementum stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% 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$75.9Cheapest
US$75.95Most expensive
Weight
95.8 g (3.38 oz)Heaviest
79.38 g (2.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88.1 mm (3.47 in)Shortest
91.47 mm (3.60 in)Longest
Overall length
203.1 mm (8.00 in)Shortest
209.55 mm (8.25 in)Longest
Closed length
115 mm (4.53 in)Shortest
117.22 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.12 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14C28N
D2
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Black stonewashed
Satin
Lock type
Button Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Button Lock
Blade flipper with IKBS ball bearing pivot
Clip type
Tip-Up, L/R
Stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
EDCUtility tasksCamping
Everyday carryOutdoor adventuresHard use tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth and reliable button lock mechanismBalanced design with comfortable gripSharp and durable 14C28N blade steelLightweight and easy to carry
Excellent edge retentionSmooth and reliable openingGood grip under varied conditionsLightweight and compact for EDC
Common complaints
Potential legal restrictions regarding 'gravity knife' designation in some jurisdictions
Unknown
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