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Kershaw Launch 5 vs Spyderco Caribbean
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the shortest option for overall length.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the longest option for overall length.
Kershaw Launch 5 stands out as the thinnest option for blade thickness, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caribbean stands out as the thickest option for blade thickness, with about a 20% 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$120
Unknown
Weight
116.2 g (4.10 oz)Lightest
119 g (4.20 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
94 mm (3.70 in)Longest
Overall length
216 mm (8.50 in)Shortest
217 mm (8.54 in)Longest
Closed length
130 mm (5.12 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.6 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-154
LC200N
Handle material
Anodized Aluminum
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash
Satin
Lock type
Button lock (plunge lock)
Compression Lock
Opening method
Automatic push button
Thumb hole (Spyderhole)
Clip type
Reversible pocket clip (tip-up)
Bead-blasted titanium clip, tip-up, non-deep carry
Use case profile
Best for
EDCTactical useUsers seeking an automatic deployment knife
EDCWet conditions useUtility tasksFood preparation
Not best for
Users requiring guaranteed blade lock every time
Deep-carry clip preference
Common praise
Smooth and fast automatic deploymentWell-balanced blade shape and good edge retentionComfortable anodized aluminum handle with good gripReversible pocket clip for left or right carry
Rust-free LC200N blade for worry-free use in wet conditionsLarger blade than Para Military 2 without significant weight increaseSmooth deployment and fidget-friendly designUnique G10 handle provides excellent gripCompression lock for safer closingVersatile for various tasks, from utility to food prep
Common complaints
Occasional failure to fully lock blade open requiring manual lockMay not be legal for ownership or carry in all jurisdictions due to automatic deployment
Non-rustproof hardware and liners can corrodeSoft screws may strip easily during adjustmentsNo deep-carry clip, with about 3/4 inch protruding from pocketUnique aesthetics may not appeal to everyoneThinner edge requires more frequent maintenanceHigher price point compared to some other Spyderco models
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