Comparison Console
Kershaw Brawler vs Kershaw Cryo II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Kershaw Brawler stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Brawler stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Cryo II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Cryo II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Cryo II stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Cryo II stands out as the longest option for blade 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$56Cheapest
US$79Most expensive
Weight
111 g (3.92 oz)Lightest
156 g (5.50 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
83 mm (3.27 in)Longest
Overall length
180 mm (7.09 in)Shortest
197 mm (7.76 in)Longest
Closed length
105 mm (4.13 in)Shortest
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)
3 mm (0.12 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr13MoV
8Cr13MoV
Handle material
Glass-filled nylon
Stainless steel
Finish
Black oxide coating
Titanium carbo-nitride coating on blade and handle (Gray or BlackWash)
Lock type
Liner Lock
Frame lock with lockbar stabilizer
Opening method
SpeedSafe assisted opening with flipper
SpeedSafe assisted (flipper or thumbstud)
Clip type
Four-position pocket clip (tip-up/down, right/left)
4-position deep-carry (right/left; tip-up/down)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical usePiercing tasksUtility and multipurpose use
Everyday carryWorkTactical use
Not best for
Long, clean slicing tasksExtensive slicing requiring smooth blade curve
Unknown
Common praise
Solid build for the priceStrong and reliable liner lockSpeedSafe assisted opening with flipper is snappy and satisfyingComfortable and textured glass-filled nylon handleFour-position adjustable clip offers ambidextrous carryStrong and durable tanto point, excellent for piercingDurable black oxide blade finish
Sturdy and aesthetically pleasing designReliable frame lock with lockbar stabilizerSmooth, fast SpeedSafe assisted openingComfortable handle with secure gripDeep-carry reversible pocket clip for versatile carry
Common complaints
Tanto blade shape limits long, smooth slicing utilityBlade edge out of box is usable but requires sharpening for optimal bevelClosure on assisted opening can be awkward due to spring tensionBlade finish shows wear quickly under heavy useSome minor blade play may develop over time
Heavier weight compared to some alternatives (~156g)Some users find the factory edge out of the box less than optimalSlick blade coating may be slippery with dirty handsAssisted opening tuning less optimal for thumb stud use
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