Comparison Console
Kershaw Atmos vs Kershaw Fraxion
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Kershaw Fraxion stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Fraxion stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Fraxion stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Fraxion stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Atmos stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Fraxion stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, with about a 6% 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$63Most expensive
US$58Cheapest
Weight
54 g (1.90 oz)
54 g (1.90 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)Longest
70 mm (2.76 in)Shortest
Overall length
175 mm (6.89 in)Longest
171 mm (6.73 in)Shortest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)
102 mm (4.02 in)
Blade thickness
2.6 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
2.75 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr13MoV
8Cr13MoV
Handle material
G10 with carbon fiber overlay
G10 with carbon fiber overlay
Finish
Satin blade finish
BlackWash black-oxide coating
Lock type
Inset liner lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Manual KVT ball-bearing flipper
Manual with flipper using KVT ball bearing system
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry (right/left, tip-up)
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip, tip-up
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLightweight pocketknifeOffice or urban useTactical lightweight backup blade
Everyday carryLightweight carryContemporary look enthusiasts
Not best for
Heavy duty outdoor use without reinforcementHigh-end premium knife buyers
Heavy duty cutting tasksFixed blade applications
Common praise
LightweightSmooth manual flipper openingComfortable G10 handle with chamfered carbon fiber edgesAffordable pricing for an enthusiast-friendly designReversible deep-carry pocket clipClean practical design
Lightweight and slim designSharp and easy to resharpen bladeSmooth and quick manual openingDurable G10 handle with carbon fiber overlayReversible pocket clip for ambidextrous carry
Common complaints
Initial production model had detent issues requiring warranty repair8Cr13MoV is an entry-level steel with moderate edge retentionNot suitable for heavy duty tactical or outdoor use
Discontinued status limiting availability
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