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Kershaw Cryo vs Kershaw Misdirect XL
Kershaw Cryo ($35) vs Kershaw Misdirect XL ($54.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Kershaw Cryo | Kershaw Misdirect XL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $35 | $54.99 |
| Weight | 113g | 119g |
| Blade Steel | 8Cr13MoV | — |
| Blade Length | 2.75" | — |
| Handle | Stainless Steel | — |
| Lock | Frame Lock | Frame lock |
| Weight | 4 oz | 119g (Kershaw published) |
| Coating | Titanium Carbo-Nitride | — |
| Material | — | 4Cr14 blade, painted stainless steel handle |
| Blade | — | 3.37 in |
Pros & Cons
Kershaw Cryo
- Ridiculous value at $35
- Frame lock with assisted opening
- Rick Hinderer design DNA
- 8Cr13MoV steel is entry-level
- Heavy at 113g for the blade size
- Handle texture could be more aggressive
Kershaw Misdirect XL
- Frame lock with overtravel stop
- Under $55
- Stainless handle is durable
- 4Cr14 is a basic steel
- 119 g is heavy for the blade length
Kershaw Cryo is the better value at $35. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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