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Cold Steel AD-15 vs CRKT Squid II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. Cold Steel AD-15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cold Steel AD-15 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel AD-15 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel AD-15 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel AD-15 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 31% 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$160Cheapest
US$185Most expensive
Weight
176 g (6.21 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.8 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-S35VN (original AD-15) or AUS 10A (AD-15 Lite)
Böhler M390
Handle material
Black G-10 (original) or black injection-molded Griv-Ex (AD-15 Lite)
Olive wood
Finish
Satin (AD-15 Lite) or unspecified (original)
Stonewash
Lock type
Scorpion Lock (pin-reinforced back lock)
Liner Lock
Opening method
Manual, ambidextrous thumb studs
Thumb stud and flipper
Clip type
Stainless steel pocket clip
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useHunting
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
Not best for
Unknown
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
Common praise
Strong and secure Scorpion Lock mechanismDurable blade steels (CPM-S35VN or AUS 10A)Comfortable and sturdy handle materialsGood balance of portability and strength
Excellent edge retention and wear resistance due to M390 steelSmooth opening action with IKBS ball bearing pivotComfortable ergonomic olive wood handleSecure liner lockDeep carry clip for low profile pocket carryRobust, refined build quality comparable to high-end custom knivesExceptional value at its price point
Common complaints
Higher price point for original AD-15AD-15 Lite uses less premium materials to reduce cost
Heavy compared to ultralight foldersNon-reversible pocket clip limits carry optionsLock disengagement area can feel awkwardSome wish for hollow grind blade instead of flat grind
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