Comparison Console
CRKT Provoke X vs CRKT Squid II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Provoke X stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 4% 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$185Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)
136 g (4.80 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
64 mm (2.52 in)Shortest
68 mm (2.68 in)Longest
Overall length
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
Unknown
3.81 mm (0.15 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 high carbon stainless steel
Böhler M390
Handle material
Grivory (engineered thermoplastic)
Olive wood
Finish
Black stonewash
Stonewash
Lock type
Unknown
Liner Lock
Opening method
Kinematic push of the thumb
Thumb stud and flipper
Clip type
Tip down carry, tip down clip
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carrySelf-defenseEDCCompact carry
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
Not best for
Unknown
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
Common praise
Innovative Kinematic deployment systemCompact and lightweight designDurable constructionEasy to sharpen high carbon steel bladeSecure tip down carry with pocket clip
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
Unknown
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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