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CRKT Avant vs CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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CRKT Avant stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Avant stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Avant stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Avant stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Avant stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Avant stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 44% 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$75Cheapest
US$113Most expensive
Weight
153.09 g (5.40 oz)Lightest
181.44 g (6.40 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
80.65 mm (3.18 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Overall length
190.5 mm (7.50 in)Shortest
257 mm (10.12 in)Longest
Closed length
109.52 mm (4.31 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.63 mm (0.14 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr14MoV
AUS-8
Handle material
Carbon Fiber with G10 base
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Satin
Dark coating
Lock type
Liner Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Flipper with ambidextrous thumb studs and IKBS ball bearing pivot
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Reversible tip-up pocket clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Utility Cutting TasksLight to Moderate Outdoor Use
Tactical useEveryday carryCombatMartial arts practitioners
Not best for
Heavy Duty ChoppingSurvival Scenarios Requiring Fixed Blade
Left-handed users (clip right hand only)
Common praise
Smooth and reliable flipper openingLightweight yet sturdy carbon fiber handleGood balance of blade length and portabilityAttractive aesthetic with bronze accents
Solid lock-upWell ground bevelSlim profile for a large pocket knifeGood qualityPositive customer reviews and ratings
Common complaints
None clearly supported by provided sources
Pocket clip right-hand only
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