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CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken vs CRKT Squid II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 39% 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 39% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Otanashi Noh Ken stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 71% 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$113Cheapest
US$185Most expensive
Weight
181.44 g (6.40 oz)Heaviest
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
116 mm (4.57 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
257 mm (10.12 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
138 mm (5.43 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
AUS-8
Böhler M390
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Olive wood
Finish
Dark coating
Stonewash
Lock type
Frame lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb stud and flipper
Clip type
Tip-up pocket clip
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryCombatMartial arts practitioners
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
Not best for
Left-handed users (clip right hand only)
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
Common praise
Solid lock-upWell ground bevelSlim profile for a large pocket knifeGood qualityPositive customer reviews and ratings
Excellent edge retention and wear resistance due to M390 steelSmooth opening action with IKBS ball bearing pivotComfortable ergonomic olive wood handleSecure liner lockDeep carry clip for low profile pocket carryRobust, refined build quality comparable to high-end custom knivesExceptional value at its price point
Common complaints
Pocket clip right-hand only
Heavy compared to ultralight foldersNon-reversible pocket clip limits carry optionsLock disengagement area can feel awkwardSome wish for hollow grind blade instead of flat grind
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