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WE Knife Fornix 2016B vs WE Knife Speedliner
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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WE Knife Fornix 2016B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Fornix 2016B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Fornix 2016B stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Fornix 2016B stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Fornix 2016B stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Speedliner stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Fornix 2016B stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 2% 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$235Cheapest
US$374Most expensive
Weight
105 g (3.70 oz)Lightest
120 g (4.23 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
Overall length
210 mm (8.27 in)Longest
204 mm (8.03 in)Shortest
Closed length
122 mm (4.80 in)Longest
118 mm (4.65 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM 20CV
CPM 20CV
Handle material
Titanium
6AL4V Titanium (Titanium Handle model), Carbon Fiber (Carbon Fiber Handle model)
Finish
Blackwashed (blade) / Blackwashed (handle)
Damasteel Blade, Gray Titanium Finish
Lock type
Frame lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Flipper, thumb hole
Flipper
Clip type
Tip-up (right)
Tip-Up, Right Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDC
EDCTactical useOutdoor use
Not best for
Unknown
Left-handed users (clip only on right)
Common praise
High build qualityExcellent steel and edge retentionSolid frame lock mechanismGood ergonomics and carry comfort
Excellent blade steel with great edge retentionHigh quality fit and finishUnique and ergonomic handle shapeVery fast and strong frame lockRobust and capable outdoor knife
Common complaints
Some variability in reported weightsPrice is relatively highLimited availability due to limited production run
ExpensiveSlightly heavyRight side only clip not ideal for left-handed usersAggressive tactical look may not suit everyone
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