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Cold Steel Frenzy I vs CRKT Provoke X
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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CRKT Provoke X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% 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 16% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Provoke X 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.
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 118% 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$115Most expensive
Weight
161.62 g (5.70 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
64 mm (2.52 in)Shortest
Overall length
311.15 mm (12.25 in)Longest
184 mm (7.24 in)Shortest
Closed length
171.45 mm (6.75 in)Longest
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S35VN
D2 high carbon stainless steel
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Grivory (engineered thermoplastic)
Finish
Satin
Black stonewash
Lock type
Tri-Ad Lock
Unknown
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Kinematic push of the thumb
Clip type
Side to side reversible pocket clip
Tip down carry, tip down clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUsers wanting a reliable, stylish folding knifeThose who prefer a locking folder with sturdy mechanism
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEDCCompact carry
Not best for
Fixed blade knife enthusiastsUsers needing automatic knives
Unknown
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
Innovative Kinematic deployment systemCompact and lightweight designDurable constructionEasy to sharpen high carbon steel bladeSecure tip down carry with pocket clip
Common complaints
Weight of about 5.7 ounces may be heavy for some usersBlade style (Wharncliffe) may not suit all preferences
Unknown
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