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CRKT Hi Jinx vs Microtech Stitch Shadow
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hi Jinx stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hi Jinx stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hi Jinx stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hi Jinx stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Stitch Shadow stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% 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$500Most expensive
US$422Cheapest
Weight
181 g (6.38 oz)Heaviest
179 g (6.31 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
84.3 mm (3.32 in)Shortest
95 mm (3.74 in)Longest
Overall length
203.2 mm (8.00 in)Shortest
216 mm (8.50 in)Longest
Closed length
121.4 mm (4.78 in)Shortest
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
Blade thickness
5 mm (0.20 in)
5 mm (0.20 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler-Uddeholm Sleipner
M390
Handle material
6AL4V Titanium
6061 T6 premium aircraft aluminum
Finish
Satin
Black DLC
Lock type
Frame Lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Flipper
Push Button
Clip type
Side to side reversible deep carry metal pocket clip, tip-up
Right hand, tip-up carry pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryGentleman folder
Everyday carryTactical useCollectors
Not best for
Unknown
Lightweight EDCBushcraft
Common praise
High quality craftsmanshipEffortless one-hand openingPremium materialsSleek ergonomic design
High quality machining and fit and finishStrong, solid lockup with no blade playFast and powerful automatic deploymentDurable M390 blade steel with excellent edge retentionComfortable and ergonomic handle with secure grip
Common complaints
Limited availability due to small production runHigh retail price
Heavier weight compared to lighter EDC knivesRequires significant button pressure for deploymentNot ideal for those preferring manual or lightweight knives
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