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CRKT M21-04G vs CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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CRKT M21-04G stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% 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 27% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M21-04G stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M21-04G stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT M21-04G stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 9% 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$83Cheapest
US$113Most expensive
Weight
181.44 g (6.40 oz)
181.44 g (6.40 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
101.02 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
Overall length
236.55 mm (9.31 in)Shortest
257 mm (10.12 in)Longest
Closed length
135.53 mm (5.34 in)Shortest
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.53 mm (0.14 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
1.4116 stainless steel
AUS-8
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Corrosion resistant coating
Dark coating
Lock type
Liner Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Flipper
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Unknown
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor tasks
Tactical useEveryday carryCombatMartial arts practitioners
Not best for
Unknown
Left-handed users (clip right hand only)
Common praise
Exceptional grip due to G10 handleFast and safe opening with flipper and liner lockHigh quality construction at a reasonable price
Solid lock-upWell ground bevelSlim profile for a large pocket knifeGood qualityPositive customer reviews and ratings
Common complaints
Unknown
Pocket clip right-hand only
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