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CRKT Facet Viral vs WE Knife Essential Knight
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Essential Knight stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Essential Knight stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 302% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Essential Knight stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Essential Knight stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% 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$275Cheapest
US$298.95Most expensive
Weight
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
114 g (4.02 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
91.5 mm (3.60 in)Longest
Overall length
197 mm (7.76 in)Shortest
216.5 mm (8.52 in)Longest
Closed length
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
125 mm (4.92 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.2 mm (0.13 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390
Böhler M390
Handle material
Anodized titanium
Titanium (6AL4V)
Finish
Laser-engraved viral fractal pattern on titanium scales
Satin blade finish, etched gray/black titanium handle finish
Lock type
Liner Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Flipper with IKBS bearings-guided action
Flipper, caged ceramic ball bearing pivot
Clip type
Tip-up (right)
Tip-up pocket clip, right side
Use case profile
Best for
EDC enthusiasts seeking premium materialsCollectors of limited edition knivesUsers desiring lightweight titanium handle with high-end steel blade
EDCCutting tasks requiring a premium steel bladeUsers desiring a high-end titanium frame lock folding knife
Not best for
Those preferring assisted opening mechanismUsers needing stainless steel handles
Unknown
Common praise
Premium materials and build qualityLightweight titanium handleSmooth IKBS bearings openingUnique laser-engraved handle designLimited production enhancing collectibility
Excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance of M390 steelSmooth flipper opening with ceramic ball bearingsLightweight yet durable titanium handleSolid frame lock for secure blade locking
Common complaints
Lacks assisted opening mechanism of original FacetSome users may prefer frame lock over liner lockLimited availability due to small production run
Unknown
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