Kershaw Bareknuckle stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Bareknuckle stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Kershaw Bareknuckle stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Zero Tolerance 0700 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Kershaw Bareknuckle stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Zero Tolerance 0700 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Zero Tolerance 0700 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Kershaw Bareknuckle stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Zero Tolerance 0700 stands out as the shortest option for blade length.
Longest
Kershaw Bareknuckle stands out as the longest option for blade length.
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.
Stonewashed; Blade blackwash coating on Olive version; Handle anodized gray or olive
Stonewashed
Lock type
Sub-Frame Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Manual, KVT ball-bearing flipper opening
Flipper and ambidextrous thumbstud
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocketclip (tip-up, left or right)
Reversible pocket clip, tri-mount (tip up/down, single position)
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Outdoor▣Work
▣Everyday use▣Tactical▣Outdoor use
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
✓Lightweight and slim profile✓Smooth deployment with KVT ball bearings✓Strong and secure sub-frame lock✓Reversible deep-carry pocketclip for left or right carry✓Made in USA quality
✓Robust and thick blade with strong lockup✓High quality materials and build precision✓Comfortable textured G-10 handle scales✓Ambidextrous opening options and clip carry
Common complaints
⚠Blade deployment can be stiff and requires break-in
⚠Item has been discontinued and is out of stock⚠Heavier than typical lightweight folders due to thick blade