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Cold Steel Frenzy I vs CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Cold Steel Frenzy I 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 Frenzy I stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% 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$96.99Cheapest
US$113Most expensive
Weight
161.62 g (5.70 oz)Lightest
181.44 g (6.40 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
116 mm (4.57 in)Shortest
Overall length
311.15 mm (12.25 in)Longest
257 mm (10.12 in)Shortest
Closed length
171.45 mm (6.75 in)Longest
138 mm (5.43 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S35VN
AUS-8
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Satin
Dark coating
Lock type
Tri-Ad Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Side to side reversible pocket clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUsers wanting a reliable, stylish folding knifeThose who prefer a locking folder with sturdy mechanism
Tactical useEveryday carryCombatMartial arts practitioners
Not best for
Fixed blade knife enthusiastsUsers needing automatic knives
Left-handed users (clip right hand only)
Common praise
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
Solid lock-upWell ground bevelSlim profile for a large pocket knifeGood qualityPositive customer reviews and ratings
Common complaints
Weight of about 5.7 ounces may be heavy for some usersBlade style (Wharncliffe) may not suit all preferences
Pocket clip right-hand only
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