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CIVIVI Elite Tessera vs CIVIVI Asticus
CIVIVI Elite Tessera ($136.50) vs CIVIVI Asticus ($70) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | CIVIVI Elite Tessera | CIVIVI Asticus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $136.50 | $70 |
| Weight | 83.2g | 192g |
| Weight | 83.2g (CIVIVI) | 192g (6.77 oz, CIVIVI product page) |
| Blade | 3.37 in CPM S35VN | — |
| Lock | Crossbar lock | — |
| Opening | Thumb stud | — |
| Handle | Diamond-patterned aluminum | — |
| Blade Length | — | 3.80" / 96.4mm |
| Closed Length | — | 5.01" / 127.3mm |
| Overall Length | — | 8.81" / 223.7mm |
| Blade Material | — | D2 |
| Handle Material | — | Copper |
| Blade Hardness | — | 59-61HRC |
| Blade Thickness | — | 0.12" / 3mm |
Pros & Cons
CIVIVI Elite Tessera
- CPM S35VN blade
- Crossbar lock
- Textured aluminum handle
- $136.50
- Aluminum handle can feel slick
- Thumb stud only
CIVIVI Asticus
- D2 blade steel
- Copper handle
- Sold direct by the brand, so availability and shipping vary
CIVIVI Asticus is the better value at $70. If weight matters most, CIVIVI Elite Tessera carries lighter at 83.2g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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