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CIVIVI Elite Tessera vs CIVIVI Chronic
CIVIVI Elite Tessera ($136.50) vs CIVIVI Chronic ($57) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | CIVIVI Elite Tessera | CIVIVI Chronic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $136.50 | $57 |
| Weight | 83.2g | 71g |
| Weight | 83.2g (CIVIVI) | 71g (2.50 oz, CIVIVI product page) |
| Blade | 3.37 in CPM S35VN | — |
| Lock | Crossbar lock | — |
| Opening | Thumb stud | — |
| Handle | Diamond-patterned aluminum | — |
| Blade Length | — | 3.22" / 81.8mm |
| Closed Length | — | 4.10" / 104.2mm |
| Overall Length | — | 7.32" / 186mm |
| Blade Material | — | 9Cr18MoV |
| Handle Material | — | G10 |
| Blade Hardness | — | 58-60HRC |
| 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 Chronic
- 9Cr18MoV blade steel
- G10 handle
- Sold direct by the brand, so availability and shipping vary
CIVIVI Chronic is the better value at $57. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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