Comparison Console
CRKT Heiho Deadbolt vs CRKT M16-03BK
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Heiho Deadbolt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Heiho Deadbolt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Heiho Deadbolt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-03BK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Heiho Deadbolt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-03BK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Heiho Deadbolt stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-03BK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Heiho Deadbolt stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-03BK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 14% 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$40Cheapest
US$58Most expensive
Weight
102 g (3.60 oz)Lightest
107.73 g (3.80 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
79.4 mm (3.13 in)Shortest
90.22 mm (3.55 in)Longest
Overall length
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
209.55 mm (8.25 in)Longest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
118.31 mm (4.66 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.1 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr14MoV
Sandvik 12C27
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Stainless Steel
Finish
Satin
Black Oxide / Tumbled
Lock type
Liner Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Outburst assisted opening with thumb disk
Flipper
Clip type
Reversible tip-up pocket clip
Reversible 4-position stainless steel pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarrySelf DefenseTactical UseQuick Deployment
Everyday CarryUtility WorkOutdoor UseTactical Use
Not best for
Heavy ChoppingFixed Blade Tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Fast And Smooth Assisted OpeningSolid Liner Lock With Effective Manual Lawks SafetySharp Out Of The BoxGood Ambidextrous ErgonomicsReversible Deep Carry Clip
Excellent Edge RetentionFast Blade DeploymentDurable Stainless Steel HandleStrong Frame LockLightweight And Comfortable To Carry
Common complaints
Handle Scales Can Be SlipperyGrip Confidence Is Reduced By Smooth G10 Finish
Basic Blade Steel Compared To Premium OptionsLimited Corrosion Resistance On Some Finishes
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