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Kizer Pioneer vs Kizer Nice Guy
Kizer Pioneer ($215) vs Kizer Nice Guy ($59.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Kizer Pioneer | Kizer Nice Guy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $215 | $59.99 |
| Weight | 106g | 73g |
| Blade Length | 3.20" / 80.76mm | 2.86" /72.68mm |
| Overall Length | 7.43" / 188.70mm | 6.72" / 170.6mm |
| Blade Material | M390 | AEB-L |
| Handle Material | Titanium & Marble Carbon Fiber | vortex pattern micarta |
| Blade Thickness | 0.138" / 3.5mm | 0.1" / 2.5mm |
| Weight | 106g (3.74 oz, Kizer product page) | 73g (2.58 oz, Kizer product page) |
Pros & Cons
Kizer Pioneer
- M390 blade steel
- Titanium & Marble Carbon Fiber handle
- $215 is a considered purchase
Kizer Nice Guy
- AEB-L blade steel
- vortex pattern micarta handle
- Sold direct by the brand, so availability and shipping vary
Kizer Nice Guy is the better value at $59.99. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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