CRKT Pilar III vs CRKT Squid XM
CRKT Pilar III ($55) vs CRKT Squid XM ($60) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | CRKT Pilar III | CRKT Squid XM |
|---|
| Price | $55 | $60 |
| Weight | 113g | 104g |
| Blade | 2.97" D2 | — |
| Lock | Frame lock | Frame lock |
| Handle | G10 + Stainless | — |
| Opening | Flipper | — |
| Weight | 113g | 3.67oz |
| Designer | Jesper Voxnaes | — |
| Blade Steel | — | D2 |
| Blade Length | — | 2.64" |
Pros & Cons
CRKT Pilar III
- D2 steel at $55
- Frame lock strong
- Chunky ergonomic handle
- Voxnaes design pedigree
- Hard-use compact
- 113g moderate weight
- D2 can rust
- Blade finish scratches
CRKT Squid XM
- Slick deployment
- D2 upgrade
- Pocket-friendly
- Still tip-heavy
- Clip is proud
CRKT Pilar III is the better value at $55. If weight matters most, CRKT Squid XM carries lighter at 104g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.