CIVIVI Crit handle scales
CIVIVI Crit handle scales
In late 2021, CIVIVI—the value-driven brand of WE Knife Co.—announced the Crit (model C20014F series) as a groundbreaking multi-tool folding knife, teasing it in September 2021 announcements and releasing it in November 2021 alongside the Relic. It debuted as an innovative EDC hybrid blending a front-flipper knife with integrated utility tools
The CIVIVI Crit features a 3.18-inch drop-point blade in premium Nitro-V stainless steel (59–61 HRC, often satin or stonewashed) for sharp slicing, excellent edge retention, and corrosion resistance. Weighing ~3.4–3.5 oz with closed length ~3.76 inches, it includes a separate locking tool bar (accessed via front flipper) with wood saw, cap lifter/pry bar, can opener, Phillips screwdriver, carved ruler, and more—secured by liner lock mechanisms on both sides, caged ball bearings for smooth action, textured G-10 or Micarta handles (black, jade, green variants), and reversible pocket clip
Priced affordably (~$70–$90 MSRP), the Crit targeted handymen, outdoor users, and EDC enthusiasts seeking prepared versatility in a slim package. It earned praise for its clever design, sharp blade, reliable tools, and fidget-friendly flipper—becoming a standout in multi-tool folding knives. Though discontinued by 2024, it remains sought-after used for its unique innovation in CIVIVI's lineup