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CIVIVI Yonder vs CRKT Ancestor
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
CIVIVI Yonder stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Ancestor stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 25% 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$67Cheapest
US$75.95Most expensive
Weight
77.5 g (2.73 oz)Lightest
79.38 g (2.80 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
73.1 mm (2.88 in)Shortest
91.47 mm (3.60 in)Longest
Overall length
168.2 mm (6.62 in)Shortest
209.55 mm (8.25 in)Longest
Closed length
95.1 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
117.22 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.2 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
3.12 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
14C28N
D2
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewashed
Satin
Lock type
Crossbar Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Blade flipper with IKBS ball bearing pivot
Clip type
Tip-Up, reversible (Left/Right)
Stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Utility cutting tasksCamping and hikingLeft-handed users
Everyday carryOutdoor adventuresHard use tasks
Not best for
Heavy-duty pryingSpecialized hunting tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Excellent balance between size and weightUser-friendly crossbar lock mechanismDurable 14C28N blade with good corrosion resistance and edge retentionAmbidextrous clip and locking system, lefty friendlyAwarded Blade Show Best Buy of the Year 2024
Excellent edge retentionSmooth and reliable openingGood grip under varied conditionsLightweight and compact for EDC
Common complaints
Crossbar lock pull is shorter than industry standardNo obvious lanyard attachment options
Unknown
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