Comparison Console
CIVIVI Vision FG vs CRKT Padawan
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Padawan stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Padawan stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Vision FG stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Padawan stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Vision FG stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Padawan stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Vision FG stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Padawan stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Vision FG stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 12% 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$80
US$80
Weight
123.4 g (4.35 oz)Heaviest
87.88 g (3.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
89.9 mm (3.54 in)Longest
76.4 mm (3.01 in)Shortest
Overall length
201.9 mm (7.95 in)Longest
180.98 mm (7.13 in)Shortest
Closed length
113.1 mm (4.45 in)Longest
105.26 mm (4.14 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Nitro-V
14C28N
Handle material
Canvas Micarta
Stainless Steel with G10, Carbon Fiber, or Micarta overlays
Finish
Black
Stonewash or Brush Finish, varies by variant
Lock type
Superlock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Flipper
Clip type
Tip-Up, ambidextrous
Pocket clip, right hand only, tip up
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryAmbidextrous useStrong lock mechanism
Everyday carryEDCGeneral utility
Not best for
Users seeking premium high-end steelUsers disliking stamped pocket clips
Unknown
Common praise
Strong and innovative Superlock locking mechanismAmbidextrous design with dual thumb studsGood balance and ergonomicsQuality canvas micarta handle scalesGood value for the price
Excellent edge retention of 14C28N steelSmooth and fast blade deployment via IKBS ball bearing pivot and flipperDurable stainless steel handle with premium overlaysSecure frame lock with thick lock barLow profile pocket clip for secure carry
Common complaints
Lack of jimping on blade spineStamped pocket clip is uncomfortable and long with a spoon-bill tipClip screw and indentation quality inconsistentThumb studs positioned close to handle complicate reverse flickBlade hardness may vary from claimed ratings
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