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CRKT Hissatsu vs CRKT Pilar
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Pilar stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Pilar stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Pilar stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hissatsu stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Pilar stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hissatsu stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Pilar stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hissatsu stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Pilar stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Hissatsu stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 62% 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$74.99Most expensive
US$58Cheapest
Weight
164.57 g (5.81 oz)Heaviest
119 g (4.20 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
99 mm (3.90 in)Longest
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
Overall length
222 mm (8.74 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.7 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
AUS 8
8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel
Handle material
Glass Reinforced Nylon
Stainless steel
Finish
Unknown
Satin finish (standard model), stonewash (Pilar Large)
Lock type
Liner Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Outburst assisted opening, thumb disk
Thumb slot / Vox hole flipper
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip, right or left hand, tip up
Reversible pocket clip (tip-up or tip-down, right-hand)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryClose quarter battleTactical use
Everyday carryUtility tasksUrban EDCWorkhorse cutter
Not best for
Unknown
Lightweight carryLeft-hand carry
Common praise
Fast assisted openingSecure liner lock with automated liner safetyDurable and lightweight handle materialRight or left hand reversible clip
Excellent ergonomics due to finger choilRobust frame lock strengthEasy to sharpen blade steelClassic minimalist designSolid and sturdy feel despite compact size
Common complaints
Unknown
Relatively heavy for its size at 4.2 ounces (119 g)8Cr13MoV is a budget steel requiring frequent sharpeningPocket clip is not left-hand friendlyTeflon washers can be tricky to tune
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