Spyderco Ikuchi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Lightest
Spyderco Ikuchi stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Kershaw Skyline 1760 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Kershaw Skyline 1760 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Spyderco Ikuchi stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Kershaw Skyline 1760 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Spyderco Ikuchi stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Kershaw Skyline 1760 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Spyderco Ikuchi stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% 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.
Carbon fiber / G-10 laminate with skeletonized stainless steel liners
Finish
Stonewashed
Satin finish blade
Lock type
Liner Lock
Compression Lock
Opening method
Flipper
Flipper
Clip type
Tip-up clip
Reversible deep-pocket wire clip for tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry▣Opening Packages▣General Cutting Tasks▣Outdoor Use
▣Everyday Carry▣Precision Detail Work
Not best for
!Heavy Duty Prying!Tasks Requiring Extremely Strong Tip
Unknown
Common praise
✓Lightweight And Well Balanced✓Sharp Factory Edge✓Good Grip With Textured G10 Handle✓Smooth And Fast Flipper Opening✓Secure Liner Lock With Easy Disengagement✓No Blade Play
✓Lightweight And Slim Profile✓Smooth, Easy Opening Via Flipper✓Secure Compression Lock✓Reversible Wire Clip For Left Or Right Tip Up Carry✓Sharp And Precise Blade Suitable For Detail Work
Common complaints
⚠Bead Blasted Finish Less Corrosion Resistant And Less Attractive⚠Delicate Thin Needle Like Tip Not Suited For Heavy Piercing Tasks⚠Right Handed Tip Up Pocket Clip Only