Comparison Console
Kershaw Heist vs Kershaw Turismo 5505
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Heist stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Turismo 5505 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Turismo 5505 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Heist stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Heist stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Turismo 5505 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Turismo 5505 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Heist stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Turismo 5505 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Heist 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$55Most expensive
US$44.99Cheapest
Weight
79 g (2.79 oz)Lightest
94 g (3.32 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
81 mm (3.19 in)Longest
74 mm (2.91 in)Shortest
Overall length
193 mm (7.60 in)Longest
171 mm (6.73 in)Shortest
Closed length
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
99 mm (3.90 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
D2 high-carbon tool steel
Handle material
Glass-filled nylon (GFN)
Stainless steel
Finish
Stonewash
Black PVD coating on handle; Satin finish on blade with sanded flats
Lock type
DuraLock crossbar lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Assist opening with SpeedSafe/KVT ball bearing or bronze phosphor washers, flipper
Clip type
Deep Carry Reversible Clip
Ambidextrous reversible deep-carry pocket clip (right/left, tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Work projectsLightweight slicing
Everyday carryCompact pocket knifeUsers who prefer assisted opening
Not best for
Heavy chopping tasksCorrosive environments without care
Heavy-duty tasks requiring larger blade
Common praise
Thin blade stock for slicey grindSlim and lightweight constructionNo-flex handlesSmooth actionSolid ergonomicsGreat value for money
Compact size with comfortable four-finger gripSmooth and quick assisted openingGood blade steel (D2) with excellent edge retentionStealthy black finish and quality construction
Common complaints
Base of pocket clip can catch on pocket hem going in
Some older models use KVT ball bearings; newer use bronze phosphor washers which may differ in feelLimited blade length for larger tasks
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