Comparison Console
CRKT Crossbones vs Kershaw Atmos
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Atmos stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Crossbones stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Crossbones stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Crossbones stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Crossbones stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 18% 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$70Most expensive
US$63Cheapest
Weight
68 g (2.40 oz)Heaviest
54 g (1.90 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
90 mm (3.54 in)Longest
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
Overall length
205 mm (8.07 in)Longest
175 mm (6.89 in)Shortest
Closed length
114 mm (4.49 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.15 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
2.6 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
AUS-8
8Cr13MoV
Handle material
Aluminum
G10 with carbon fiber overlay
Finish
Satin
Satin blade finish
Lock type
Liner Lock
Inset liner lock
Opening method
Flipper
Manual KVT ball-bearing flipper
Clip type
Right hand only, tip up
Reversible deep-carry (right/left, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryCutting meatOpening envelopesGeneral utility
Everyday carryLightweight pocketknifeOffice or urban useTactical lightweight backup blade
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy duty outdoor use without reinforcementHigh-end premium knife buyers
Common praise
Versatile everyday carry knifeSmooth and fast opening with IKBS bearing pivotSleek and modern appearanceLightweight and slim design
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
Can be tricky to clean due to IKBS bearingsTip ergonomics not the easiest for some usesLockup and deployment mixed under some conditions
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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