Comparison Console
CRKT CEO vs Kershaw Atmos
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT CEO stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT CEO stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT CEO stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT CEO stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT CEO stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 11% 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$59.99Cheapest
US$63Most expensive
Weight
54 g (1.90 oz)
54 g (1.90 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
85 mm (3.35 in)Longest
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
Overall length
195 mm (7.68 in)Longest
175 mm (6.89 in)Shortest
Closed length
113 mm (4.45 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
2.6 mm (0.10 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr13MoV or AUS-8 stainless steel
8Cr13MoV
Handle material
Glass reinforced nylon (GRN)
G10 with carbon fiber overlay
Finish
Black (coated blade) or natural finish (flat grind)
Satin blade finish
Lock type
Walker liner lock
Inset liner lock
Opening method
Thumb stud or flipper opening with Ikoma Korth Bearing System (IKBS)
Manual KVT ball-bearing flipper
Clip type
Unknown
Reversible deep-carry (right/left, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)Office UtilityGentleman's KnifeLight Cutting TasksPrecise Cutting
Everyday CarryLightweight PocketknifeOffice Or Urban UseTactical Lightweight Backup Blade
Not best for
Heavy Duty TasksOutdoor SurvivalTactical Applications
Heavy Duty Outdoor Use Without ReinforcementHigh End Premium Knife Buyers
Common praise
Sleek And Refined Design Suitable For Office EnvironmentSmooth And Reliable Ikbs Opening MechanismBlade Sharpness With Flat Grind Provides Precise CutsLightweight And Low Profile, Comfortable For Pocket Carry
LightweightSmooth Manual Flipper OpeningComfortable G10 Handle With Chamfered Carbon Fiber EdgesAffordable Pricing For An Enthusiast Friendly DesignReversible Deep Carry Pocket ClipClean Practical Design
Common complaints
Thumb Stud Can Be Difficult To Manipulate On Narrow KnifePreferred Two Handed Opening In Office Settings Due To Audience Sensitivity
Initial Production Model Had Detent Issues Requiring Warranty Repair8cr13mov Is An Entry Level Steel With Moderate Edge RetentionNot Suitable For Heavy Duty Tactical Or Outdoor Use
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