Comparison Console
CRKT Hissatsu Folder vs CRKT Squid II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Hissatsu Folder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Hissatsu Folder stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hissatsu Folder stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hissatsu Folder stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hissatsu Folder stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 25% 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$110Cheapest
US$185Most expensive
Weight
164.5 g (5.80 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
99 mm (3.90 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
Unknown
108 mm (4.25 in)
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
AUS 8
Böhler M390
Handle material
Glass Reinforced Nylon
Olive wood
Finish
Unknown
Stonewash
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Assisted opening (Outburst)
Thumb stud and flipper
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip (left or right tip-up)
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTactical UseClose Quarter BattleSpecial Forces Missions
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers Requiring A Durable And Refined Folder
Not best for
Unknown
Those Seeking A Reversible Pocket ClipUsers Wanting A Hollow Grind Blade
Common praise
Fast Assisted OpeningSecure Automated Liner Safety LockDurable And Lightweight HandleVersatile Reversible Pocket Clip
Excellent Edge Retention And Wear Resistance Due To M390 SteelSmooth Opening Action With Ikbs Ball Bearing PivotComfortable Ergonomic Olive Wood HandleSecure Liner LockDeep Carry Clip For Low Profile Pocket CarryRobust, Refined Build Quality Comparable To High End Custom KnivesExceptional Value At Its Price Point
Common complaints
Unknown
Heavy Compared To Ultralight FoldersNon Reversible Pocket Clip Limits Carry OptionsLock Disengagement Area Can Feel AwkwardSome Wish For Hollow Grind Blade Instead Of Flat Grind
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