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CRKT Squid II vs Zero Tolerance 0350M390
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Squid II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% 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 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0350M390 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0350M390 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0350M390 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% 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.
Zero Tolerance 0350M390 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 22% 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$196Most expensive
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)Lightest
176 g (6.21 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
Overall length
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
193 mm (7.60 in)Longest
Closed length
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
117 mm (4.61 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.81 mm (0.15 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
Böhler M390
M390
Handle material
Olive wood
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash
Unknown
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb stud and flipper
Assisted opening
Clip type
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Quad-mount (tip-up/tip-down, left/right)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday Carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers Requiring A Durable And Refined Folder
Everyday CarryTactical UseOutdoor Tasks
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 Performance M390 Steel BladeVersatile Quad Mount Clip SystemAssisted Opening For Quick DeploymentDurable G10 Handle With Secure GripMade In USA Quality
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
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