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WE Knife Double Helix vs WE Knife Schism
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
WE Knife Schism stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Schism stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Schism stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Schism stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 102% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Schism stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Schism stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% 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$300Most expensive
US$267Cheapest
Weight
129.57 g (4.57 oz)Heaviest
64 g (2.26 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
83.82 mm (3.30 in)Longest
74.2 mm (2.92 in)Shortest
Overall length
200.66 mm (7.90 in)Longest
171 mm (6.73 in)Shortest
Closed length
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Longest
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S35VN
CPM S35VN
Handle material
Titanium
6AL4V Titanium
Finish
Two-tone stonewashed blade, tumbled titanium handle
Stonewash Satin
Lock type
Slide Lock (external titanium spring, patented)
Frame Lock
Opening method
Thumb groove and pull on knobs on either side to flip open
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Blasted titanium bent style pocket clip, tip-up, right carry
Tip-up, right side
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryEDCGentleman's knifeCollectors
Everyday carryGentleman's knifeEDC, Gentleman's knife
Not best for
Heavy duty tasks requiring very ergonomic grip
Unknown
Common praise
Excellent fit and finishInnovative and reliable Slide Lock mechanismHigh-quality blade steel and grindingSecure pocket clipUnique and interesting design
High quality titanium handleSmooth opening actionLightweight at 64 gramsHollow grind for good cutting performanceGood ergonomics and balance
Common complaints
Feels heavier than expected for sizeLock mechanism can be awkward or stiff for some usersSharp edges on handle and clip screws affect comfortDeployment takes practiceMay not be ergonomically comfortable for all hand sizes
Right-handed tip-up clip onlyDiscontinued availability
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