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CRKT Homefront vs CRKT M21-04G
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Homefront stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT M21-04G stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT M21-04G stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Homefront stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Homefront stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M21-04G stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Homefront stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M21-04G stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Homefront stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M21-04G 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$165Most expensive
US$83Cheapest
Weight
136.08 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
181.44 g (6.40 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88.9 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
101.02 mm (3.98 in)Longest
Overall length
211.14 mm (8.31 in)Shortest
236.55 mm (9.31 in)Longest
Closed length
120.13 mm (4.73 in)Shortest
135.53 mm (5.34 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.38 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.53 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
AUS-8 stainless steel
1.4116 stainless steel
Handle material
6061 aluminum
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Brushed steel, satin finish
Corrosion resistant coating
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Flipper
Flipper
Clip type
Deep carry metal pocket clip
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryField use
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
Smooth flipping actionField strip technology for easy maintenanceGood ergonomics and feelSturdy and lightweight handleGood customer service
Exceptional grip due to G10 handleFast and safe opening with flipper and liner lockHigh quality construction at a reasonable price
Common complaints
Field strip can catch on clothesHandle sometimes feels cheapBlade prone to rusting with neglectAction may be less tight due to field strip design
Unknown
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