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CRKT Redemption vs Spyderco Manix 2 XL
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Redemption stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Redemption stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Redemption stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Redemption stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the shortest option for closed length.
CRKT Redemption stands out as the longest option for closed length.
Spyderco Manix 2 XL stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Redemption stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% 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$275Cheapest
US$290Most expensive
Weight
138.91 g (4.90 oz)Lightest
147 g (5.19 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
103.2 mm (4.06 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Overall length
233.38 mm (9.19 in)Longest
227 mm (8.94 in)Shortest
Closed length
129.46 mm (5.10 in)Longest
129 mm (5.08 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.84 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
MagnaCut
CPM S30V
Handle material
G10 w/Stainless Steel Bolster
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Cerakote
Satin (varies with model; some Black DLC)
Lock type
Crossbar Lock
Ball Bearing Lock
Opening method
Unknown
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Reversible Pocket Clip, Deep Carry
Reversible Tip-Up
Use case profile
Best for
EDCOutdoor UseUtility Cutting Tasks
Everyday CarryTough ChallengesCampingOutdoor Use
Not best for
Lightweight EDCSmall Whittling Tasks
Unknown
Common praise
Outstanding Edge Retention And Corrosion Resistance From Magnacut SteelExcellent Grip With G10 Handle And Stainless Steel BolsterAmbidextrous Crossbar Lock Allows Easy Closing Both HandsClassic Dagger Design With Modern UtilityMade In USA Quality And Design
Excellent Build QualityStrong And Reliable Ball Bearing LockAmbidextrous Carry And DeploymentGood Cutting Performance And Edge RetentionComfortable And Secure GripCan Handle Tough And Heavy Use
Common complaints
Large Size May Be Too Big For Some Users' Pockets Or Everyday CarrySingle Edged Blade May Be Less Versatile In Some Combat Scenarios
Heavier And Larger Size May Not Suit All Users
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