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Civivi Elementum vs Civivi Button Lock Kitefin
Civivi Elementum ($55) vs Civivi Button Lock Kitefin ($82) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Civivi Elementum | Civivi Button Lock Kitefin |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $55 | $82 |
| Weight | 104g | 78.8g |
| Blade | 3.45" D2 | 3.22 in / 81.8mm 14C28N, 57-59HRC |
| Lock | Liner | Button lock |
| Handle | G10 / Wood options | Aluminum, 0.47 in thick |
| Opening | Flipper | — |
| Weight | 104g | 78.8g (civivi.com spec table) |
| Origin | China (WE Knife mfg) | — |
| Pivot | — | Caged ceramic ball bearing |
| Clip | — | Tip up, L/R |
Pros & Cons
Civivi Elementum
- D2 steel at $55
- Flipper action excellent
- Multiple scale materials
- WE Knife quality control
- Best value folder period
- D2 can rust if neglected
- 104g moderate weight
- Made in China (quality is there though)
Civivi Button Lock Kitefin
- Caged ceramic bearing pivot
- Button lock with spring tension
- Reversible tip up clip
- Sub 80g for a 3.2 in blade
- 14C28N is a mid tier steel
- Button lock needs two hands to close comfortably
- 1.28 in width is wide in a slim pocket
- Hollow grind is less sturdy than a flat grind
Civivi Elementum is the better value at $55. If weight matters most, Civivi Button Lock Kitefin carries lighter at 78.8g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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