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Cold Steel Code 4 Spear Point vs Cold Steel Frenzy I
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Cold Steel Code 4 Spear Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Code 4 Spear Point stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Code 4 Spear Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Code 4 Spear Point stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Code 4 Spear Point stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 57% 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$99.99Most expensive
US$96.99Cheapest
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
161.62 g (5.70 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
311.15 mm (12.25 in)Longest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
171.45 mm (6.75 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)
3.5 mm (0.14 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S35VN stainless steel
S35VN
Handle material
6061 Aluminum
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Satin polished blade, hard-anodized gun metal grey handle
Satin
Lock type
Tri-Ad locking mechanism
Tri-Ad Lock
Opening method
Dual Thumb Studs
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Ambidextrous stainless pocket/belt clip
Side to side reversible pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
EDC utility usesSelf defenseCutting ropeSlicing fruitGarden pruningLaw enforcement everyday carry
Everyday carryUsers wanting a reliable, stylish folding knifeThose who prefer a locking folder with sturdy mechanism
Not best for
Unknown
Fixed blade knife enthusiastsUsers needing automatic knives
Common praise
Lightweight and easy to carryDurable and sturdy constructionComfortable handle with thumb rest and finger groovesExcellent lock mechanism (Tri-Ad lock)Sharp razor polished bladeAmbidextrous opening and clip
Premium CPM-S35VN steel blade with excellent edge retentionErgonomic and secure G10 handle with 3D machined groovesReliable Tri-Ad Lock for safety and durabilitySlim profile and reversible pocket clip for convenient carry
Common complaints
Unknown
Weight of about 5.7 ounces may be heavy for some usersBlade style (Wharncliffe) may not suit all preferences
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