Kershaw Method stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT M16-10KSF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
CRKT M16-10KSF stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Kershaw Method stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Kershaw Method stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
CRKT M16-10KSF stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
CRKT M16-10KSF stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Kershaw Method stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
CRKT M16-10KSF stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Kershaw Method stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% 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.
Black oxide coated blade, black oxide stainless handle
BlackWash™ (black-oxide coating)
Lock type
Framelock
Inset liner lock
Opening method
Carson Flipper
Manual, KVT ball-bearing system with built-in flipper
Clip type
Pocket clip
Single-position pocketclip (right side, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry (EDC)▣Tactical Use▣Civilian Tasks
▣Everyday Carry▣General Outdoor Use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
✓Durable Stainless Steel Handle And Blade✓Effective Cutting With Triple Point Serrations✓Reliable And Secure Framelock✓Quick Blade Deployment Via Carson Flipper
✓Lightweight And Easy To Carry✓Holds A Sharp Edge Well And Is Easy To Sharpen✓Smooth, Quick Manual Opening With Flipper✓Good Blade Protection With Blackwash Coating✓Secure Liner Lock And Quality Handle Materials
Common complaints
Unknown
⚠Discontinued Model; May Be Harder To Find⚠Right Hand Tip Up Clip Only, Limiting Carry Options