Blade Material & Durability | Outdoor survival, daily tasks | Industry Standard: Carbon Steel (prone to corrosion) Our Base: 420 Stainless Steel (ASTM A262 corrosion resistance) Our Advanced: 440C Stainless Steel (Rockwell hardness 58-60▲) | Base: Corrosion-resistant for wet environments ▲ Advanced: Enhanced edge retention for heavy-duty cutting | Base: Less durable than Advanced ▲ Advanced: Slightly heavier due to material density |
Blade Thickness & Rigidity | Heavy-duty cutting, tool longevity | Industry Standard: 0.015in (0.38mm) Our Base: 0.017in (0.43mm▲) Our Advanced: 0.025in (0.64mm▲) | Base: Balances portability and strength ▲ Advanced: Withstands repeated stress for rugged use | Base: Thinner blades may bend in extreme tasks ▲ Advanced: Adds bulk compared to Base |
Lighting Performance | Night navigation, emergency signaling | Industry Standard: No flashlight Our Base: 5-lumen LED (10-hour runtime) Our Advanced: 100-lumen LED + strobe (▲ 3-hour runtime) | Base: Sufficient for close tasks ▲ Advanced: Bright enough for large areas and emergencies | Base: Limited brightness ▲ Advanced: Shorter battery life due to high output |
Handle Ergonomics | Prolonged grip comfort | Industry Standard: Plastic (slippery when wet) Our Base: Stainless Steel (ergonomic grooves) Our Advanced: Rubber-coated steel (non-slip▲) | Base: Secure grip in dry conditions ▲ Advanced: Grips in wet/sweaty hands | Base: Less grip in wet environments ▲ Advanced: Adds weight for durability |
Portability | Everyday carry, travel | Industry Standard: Bulkier designs (4in folded) Our Base: Keychain-sized (2.5in folded▲) Our Advanced: Modular design (3in folded▲) | Base: Fits in pockets ▲ Advanced: Expandable for additional tools without bulk | Base: Limited tool count ▲ Advanced: Slightly bulkier but still pocket-friendly |
Versatility & Functionality | Multi-tasking scenarios | Industry Standard: 3-5 tools (e.g., blades, screwdriver) Our Base: 7 tools (blades, flashlight, bottle opener▲) Our Advanced: 10 tools (adds can opener, file, etc.▲) | Base: Covers basic tasks ▲ Advanced: Meets specialized needs (e.g., camping repairs) | Base: Fewer tools than Advanced ▲ Advanced: Requires learning to use all functions |