Comparison Console
CRKT Pilar vs WE Knife Chimera 814DS
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Pilar stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Pilar stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Chimera 814DS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Pilar stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Chimera 814DS stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Pilar stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Chimera 814DS stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Pilar stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Chimera 814DS stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 51% 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$58
Unknown
Weight
119 g (4.20 oz)Lightest
141.2 g (4.98 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
61 mm (2.40 in)Shortest
99 mm (3.90 in)Longest
Overall length
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
226 mm (8.90 in)Longest
Closed length
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
128 mm (5.04 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.7 mm (0.15 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel
Damasteel
Handle material
Stainless steel
Mokuti, titanium
Finish
Satin finish (standard model), stonewash (Pilar Large)
Unknown
Lock type
Frame lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb slot / Vox hole flipper
Flipper with ball bearing assisted action
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip (tip-up or tip-down, right-hand)
Tip-up (right)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryUtility tasksUrban EDCWorkhorse cutter
Everyday carryEDCRight-handed use
Not best for
Lightweight carryLeft-hand carry
Left-handed use
Common praise
Excellent ergonomics due to finger choilRobust frame lock strengthEasy to sharpen blade steelClassic minimalist designSolid and sturdy feel despite compact size
High quality Damasteel bladeIntricate titanium handle designSmooth ball bearing flipper actionLifetime warranty
Common complaints
Relatively heavy for its size at 4.2 ounces (119 g)8Cr13MoV is a budget steel requiring frequent sharpeningPocket clip is not left-hand friendlyTeflon washers can be tricky to tune
Right-hand only pocket clipNot left-handed friendly
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