Comparison Console
CRKT HVAS vs Kershaw Brawler
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT HVAS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT HVAS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT HVAS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT HVAS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT HVAS stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT HVAS stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 38% 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$53.97Cheapest
US$56Most expensive
Weight
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
111 g (3.92 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
55 mm (2.17 in)Shortest
76 mm (2.99 in)Longest
Overall length
201 mm (7.91 in)Longest
180 mm (7.09 in)Shortest
Closed length
115 mm (4.53 in)Longest
105 mm (4.13 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
1.4116 stainless steel
8Cr13MoV
Handle material
Glass reinforced nylon (GRN)
Glass-filled nylon
Finish
Satin
Black oxide coating
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
SpeedSafe assisted opening with flipper
Clip type
Metal pocket clip, tip-up, reversible
Four-position pocket clip (tip-up/down, right/left)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)OutdoorsCampingHikingFishingHuntingUtilitySurvival
Everyday carryTactical usePiercing tasksUtility and multipurpose use
Not best for
Unknown
Long, clean slicing tasksExtensive slicing requiring smooth blade curve
Common praise
Easy maintenance with Field Strip technologySmooth action and good blade designLightweight and durable glass reinforced nylon handleSecure liner lock mechanism
Solid build for the priceStrong and reliable liner lockSpeedSafe assisted opening with flipper is snappy and satisfyingComfortable and textured glass-filled nylon handleFour-position adjustable clip offers ambidextrous carryStrong and durable tanto point, excellent for piercingDurable black oxide blade finish
Common complaints
Handle has multiple hot spots and can feel cheapPocket clip and scale edges may cause discomfortConsidered a good limited use knife but not great value
Tanto blade shape limits long, smooth slicing utilityBlade edge out of box is usable but requires sharpening for optimal bevelClosure on assisted opening can be awkward due to spring tensionBlade finish shows wear quickly under heavy useSome minor blade play may develop over time
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