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CRKT Squid Compact Frame Lock vs CRKT CEO Flipper
CRKT Squid Compact Frame Lock ($38) vs CRKT CEO Flipper ($65) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | CRKT Squid Compact Frame Lock | CRKT CEO Flipper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $38 | $65 |
| Weight | 79.4g | 53.9g |
| Material | 8Cr13MoV blade, stainless steel handle | AUS 8 blade, glass-reinforced nylon handle |
| Weight | 79.4g (CRKT published) | 53.9g (CRKT published) |
| Blade | 1.75 in | 3.35 in |
| Lock | Frame lock | Liner lock |
Pros & Cons
CRKT Squid Compact Frame Lock
- Frame lock at $38
- Assisted opening
- Compact blade is legal in more places
- 79 g for a 1.75 in blade
- Steel handle is slick
CRKT CEO Flipper
- Light at 53.9 g
- Thin, flat carry
- Flipper opens easily
- AUS 8 is a modest steel
- Nylon handle feels basic at $65
CRKT Squid Compact Frame Lock is the better value at $38. If weight matters most, CRKT CEO Flipper carries lighter at 53.9g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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