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CRKT Squid II vs Kershaw Link
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Kershaw Link stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Squid II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Squid II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Link stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Link stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Link stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Link stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 21% 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$185Cheapest
US$210Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
133.52 g (4.71 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
82.55 mm (3.25 in)Longest
Overall length
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
193.04 mm (7.60 in)Longest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
111.76 mm (4.40 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
2.7 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390
CPM MagnaCut stainless steel (current models) / Damascus (limited edition)
Handle material
Olive wood
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
Stonewash
Stonewashed blade finish
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb stud and flipper
Assisted opening with flipper
Clip type
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Reversible tip-up
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
Heavy-duty cutting tasksOutdoor useExtended useEDC requiring strong blade
Not best for
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
Light everyday cutting tasksUsers preferring lightweight pocket knives
Common praise
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
Excellent blade quality with superior edge retentionSolid all-metal constructionComfortable grip and ergonomicsAssisted opening and secure liner lockReversible tip-up pocket clip
Common complaints
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
Heavy and bulky compared to average pocket knivesAssisted opening requires some forceClosing one-handed can be challenging
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