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Cold Steel Frenzy I vs CRKT Siwi
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Siwi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Siwi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Siwi stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Siwi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Siwi stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Siwi stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Cold Steel Frenzy I stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 65% 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$96.99Most expensive
US$95Cheapest
Weight
161.62 g (5.70 oz)Heaviest
159 g (5.61 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
85 mm (3.35 in)Shortest
Overall length
311.15 mm (12.25 in)Longest
189 mm (7.44 in)Shortest
Closed length
171.45 mm (6.75 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thinnest
5.08 mm (0.20 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S35VN
SK-5 tool steel
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Satin
Black powder-coated
Lock type
Tri-Ad Lock
Unknown
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Unknown
Clip type
Side to side reversible pocket clip
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUsers wanting a reliable, stylish folding knifeThose who prefer a locking folder with sturdy mechanism
Tactical useMilitaryEveryday utilityCampingBushcraftHeavy use
Not best for
Fixed blade knife enthusiastsUsers needing automatic knives
Precision kitchen slicing
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
Durable full tang constructionComfortable ergonomic G-10 handleGood for heavy use and tactical tasksSecure sheath with MOLLE attachmentReliable edge retention for tough tasks
Common complaints
Weight of about 5.7 ounces may be heavy for some usersBlade style (Wharncliffe) may not suit all preferences
Blade coating wears with extensive useEdge dulls quickly with fine slicing tasksNot suitable for kitchen precision cutting
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