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CRKT M16-14SFG vs CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 18% 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$115Most expensive
US$113Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Lightest
181.44 g (6.40 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.425 mm (3.88 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Overall length
235 mm (9.25 in)Shortest
257 mm (10.12 in)Longest
Closed length
137 mm (5.39 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr14MoV stainless steel
AUS-8
Handle material
Black G10
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Black titanium nitride coating
Dark coating
Lock type
Liner lock with AutoLAWKS safety
Frame lock
Opening method
Dual Carson Flipper
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip with four-position carry
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useUtility workEmergency respondersHeavy-duty field use
Tactical useEveryday carryCombatMartial arts practitioners
Not best for
Unknown
Left-handed users (clip right hand only)
Common praise
Exceptional grip from G10 handleSuperior cutting power of Veff serrationsSecure liner lock with AutoLAWKS safetySmooth and fast flipping actionVersatile four-position pocket clip
Solid lock-upWell ground bevelSlim profile for a large pocket knifeGood qualityPositive customer reviews and ratings
Common complaints
Not designed for tip-up in-pocket carry
Pocket clip right-hand only
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