Comparison Console
Kershaw Brawler vs Kershaw Injection 3.0
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Injection 3.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Injection 3.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Injection 3.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Injection 3.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Injection 3.0 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Injection 3.0 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Brawler stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 1% 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$56Most expensive
US$54.95Cheapest
Weight
111 g (3.92 oz)Heaviest
93.6 g (3.30 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
76 mm (2.99 in)
76 mm (2.99 in)
Overall length
180 mm (7.09 in)Longest
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
Closed length
105 mm (4.13 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
8Cr13MoV
8Cr13MoV
Handle material
Glass-filled nylon
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Black oxide coating
Bead blast
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
SpeedSafe assisted opening with flipper
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Four-position pocket clip (tip-up/down, right/left)
Reversible tip-up
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical usePiercing tasksUtility and multipurpose use
Everyday carryGeneral everyday tasks
Not best for
Long, clean slicing tasksExtensive slicing requiring smooth blade curve
Heavy duty useSerious work due to small blade size
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
Good build quality for priceErgonomic and secure gripSmooth deployment and lockupReversible pocket clip for ambidextrous carryAttractive custom-style details
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
Blade finish prone to rustOpening and closing action can be stiff initiallyHandle may feel small for large handsNot suitable for very heavy duty tasks
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