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CRKT Squid II vs WE Knife Saakshi
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
WE Knife Saakshi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Saakshi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Saakshi stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Saakshi stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Saakshi stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 9% 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$185
US$185
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
91.21 g (3.22 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
83.81 mm (3.30 in)Longest
Overall length
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
192.8 mm (7.59 in)Longest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
109.1 mm (4.30 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Olive wood
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash
Stonewashed
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb stud and flipper
Flipper
Clip type
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Tip-Up, Right Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
EDC KnivesTactical KnivesCollectorsEveryday Carry
Not best for
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
Unknown
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
High quality CPM 20CV blade steelSturdy G10 handleSmooth flipper openingReliable liner lock mechanism
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
Heavier than some other EDC knivesHandle finish might feel too natural for some
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