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CRKT M16-14SFG vs Kershaw Launch 5
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-14SFG stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M16-14SFG 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$115Cheapest
US$120Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
116.2 g (4.10 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
98.425 mm (3.88 in)Longest
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
Overall length
235 mm (9.25 in)Longest
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
Closed length
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr14MoV stainless steel
CPM-154
Handle material
Black G10
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Black titanium nitride coating
Stonewash
Lock type
Liner lock with AutoLAWKS safety
Button lock (plunge lock)
Opening method
Dual Carson Flipper
Automatic push button
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip with four-position carry
Reversible pocket clip (tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useUtility workEmergency respondersHeavy-duty field use
EDCTactical useUsers seeking an automatic deployment knife
Not best for
Unknown
Users requiring guaranteed blade lock every time
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
Smooth and fast automatic deploymentWell-balanced blade shape and good edge retentionComfortable anodized aluminum handle with good gripReversible pocket clip for left or right carry
Common complaints
Not designed for tip-up in-pocket carry
Occasional failure to fully lock blade open requiring manual lockMay not be legal for ownership or carry in all jurisdictions due to automatic deployment
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