To some people, weight is no issue in a knife. They will happily EDC a large half-pound folder made of steel because they love the design or appreciate the heft.
For others, even just a few extra ounces can feel like extra pounds when they’re carrying it around all day every day.
If you’re a weight watcher, then you’re in luck. We’ve been working on posts about knives within certain weight limits. The first post from a few months back dealt with knives that weighed under an ounce. This post focuses on the best knives weighing under 2 ounces (more specifically 1-2 ounces).
See which knives made the cut.
Current lightweight options to compare
These exact versions had purchasable listings when checked on September 17, 2026. Follow the links for current pricing and availability. Entries marked historical remain useful for comparison but do not have a confirmed current buying option here.
- CRKT CEO Flipper 7097 — manual flipper.
- Kershaw Launch 4 7500BLK — automatic opening.
- Kershaw Chive 1600 — assisted opening.
- Spyderco Dragonfly 2 C28PBK2 — manual folder with black FRN handle.
- SOG Ultra XR 12-63-02-57 — manual XR lock with carbon-fiber handle.
Weights below are model specifications, not measurements from a Knife Depot hands-on test. A fixed blade’s sheath adds carry weight. For a wider selection, compare our EDC pocket-knife guide.
CRKT CEO Flipper
We’re kicking things off with the newest model on this list: the CRKT CEO Flipper. The CEO has been an unexpected hit the past few years thanks to its simple design that blends into the background.
Designer Richard Rogers improved on the design by adding a flipper for even easier access. Although it’s on this list, it’s actually pretty long with a 3.35-inch blade. It’s just very, very slim.
Weight: 1.9 oz
Kershaw Launch 4
California legal automatic knives are becoming increasingly popular, and the most popular in this category is the Kershaw Launch 4. Although the knife is small with a 1.9-inch automatic blade, it makes an excellent EDC.
At a weight of 1.8 ounces, it’s a great little auto.
Weight: 1.8 oz
Gerber LST
Historical selection: a current purchasable listing for this exact version is not confirmed. See the current options above.
The Gerber Ultralight LST made the list of best knives under an ounce, so it only makes sense that the Gerber LST makes the list of knives under 2 ounces. This knife has a ton of history and some even call it the father of the EDC. It is pretty small with a 2.63-inch blade and lightweight synthetic handle materials.
Weight: 1.2 oz
KA-BAR BK13 Becker Remora
Historical selection: this model is currently unavailable from Knife Depot.
Not many fixed blades can stake a claim on these lightweight lists, but the skeletonized KA-BAR BK13 Becker Remora is one of them. The knife has an overall length of only about 5.1 inches and is made of 1095 Cro-Van steel. This knife is made in the United States and comes with a sheath (that adds to the weight of the knife unfortunately).
Knife Weight: 1.4 oz
Boker Plus Urban Trapper Carbon Fiber
Historical selection: a current purchasable listing for this exact version is not confirmed. See the current options above.
Most of the knives on this list are small folders, which is what the weight limit allows. The Boker Plus Urban Trapper in Carbon Fiber offers an alternative. The blade is long at 3.5 inches but cuts down on the weight by being thin and narrow. Also, it has lightweight carbon fiber handle scales. This keeps the weight at a mere 1.8 ounces.
The Urban Trapper is often mentioned as an ideal EDC because it opens quickly with the flipper and IKBS ball-bearing pivot. It is also just really lightweight and slicy.
Weight: 1.8 oz
Kershaw Chive
The Kershaw Chive is in the same Ken Onion family as the Leek, and there are many similarities. However, the condensed nature of the design gives it a whole new look and feel in the handle. The blade is under 2 inches and the handles are stainless steel. It opens with SpeedSafe and locks with a frame lock.
Weight: 1.7 oz
SOG Ultra XR Carbon/Gold — 12-63-02-57
The current SOG Ultra XR Carbon/Gold 12-63-02-57 has a 2.8-inch plain-edge blade, gold TiNi finish and black carbon-fiber handle. This is the Carbon/Gold version; the Ultra XR Blackout is a different listing. Its manual opening and XR lock distinguish it from the automatic and assisted knives in this roundup.
Listed weight: 1.2 oz. Follow the product page for current price and availability.
Spyderco Dragonfly 2 Lightweight — C28PBK2
The Dragonfly 2 C28PBK2 pairs a plain-edge VG-10 blade with a textured black FRN handle. Its back lock and reversible tip-up wire clip make this compact folder a practical option for light everyday cutting tasks. The finger choil helps provide a secure grip without adding a large handle.
Weight: approximately 1.3 oz
Check current price and availability for the Dragonfly 2 C28PBK2
CRKT Inara
Historical selection: a current purchasable listing for this exact version is not confirmed. See the current options above.
Of all the knives on this list, the Inara is one of the most unique. It has a minimal design that’s both eye-catching and innocuous. When open, the knife has a subtle curved line that stretches the length of the knife with a single flat line along the edge.
The blade is 2.78 inches, and the handle is G-10.
Weight: 1.8 oz
Case Small Stockman
Historical selection: a current purchasable listing for this exact version is not confirmed. See the current options above.
I couldn’t get through this list and not include a traditional folder. Any Small Stockman from Case could have been on this list, but the small stockman in the Working Series is among our best-sellers. It has brown synthetic handles and three blades — clip, sheepsfoot, and pen.
This is a small knife but a true classic that you can take anywhere comfortably.
Weight: 1.2 oz
CRKT Minimalist
Historical selection: a current purchasable listing for this exact version is not confirmed. See the current options above.
The Minimalist seems to always make it to the list of best knives in different categories because it’s so darn versatile. The Wharncliffe version is among the best Wharncliffe knives, it makes a solid EDC fixed blade, and it weighs what feels like nothing.
The design is minimalist but feels big in the hand — which is no easy feat.
Weight: 1.1 oz
Kershaw Fraxion
Historical selection: a current purchasable listing for this exact version is not confirmed. See the current options above.
I’m not sure if the name is intended to be commentary on the weight, but Kershaw definitely says that the knife weighs in at a “Fraxion” of the weight of similar knives in its description. The Fraxion is an all-black flipper folder with a 2.75-inch blade and G10/carbon fiber handle scales.
This is a budget folder, so it’s a knife you won’t mind beating to the ground.
Weight: 1.9 oz
Gerber E-Z Out Jr
Historical selection: a current purchasable listing for this exact version is not confirmed. See the current options above.
The Gerber E-Z Out has been a cheap and dependable folder from Gerber for years. The versatile folder gets the mini treatment with the Gerber E-Z Out Jr at a mere 1.4 ounces.
The blade opens up with one hand, and the SoftGrip handle inserts are durable and reliable.
Weight: 1.4 oz
Cold Steel Mini Tuff Lite — blue 20MTB
The blue plain-edge Mini Tuff Lite is available again in Knife Depot’s 20MTB listing. This compact folding model is distinct from the larger Tuff Lite.
Original roundup weight: 1.6 oz. The current 20MTB’s weight has not been independently verified. Confirm its weight before choosing it for a strict two-ounce limit.
Victorinox Cadet
Historical selection: Knife Depot no longer carries Swiss Army knives.
There are a few Swiss Army Knives that could made it on the list, but the Cadet is the worthiest in my opinion. It has nine essential functions — like a blade, screwdrivers, can and bottle openers, and nail file. What makes this a great choice is the high-grade Alox scales that feel and look great.
When you need a small multitool at under 2 ounces, it’s nearly impossible to beat the Cadet.
Weight: 1.6 oz
I have being using Case small stockman knives, my dad gave it to me and I find it so good and easy to use.
WOW its every easy to use. and Its blade is to sharp.
I used the Victorinox Cadet. It is usable for multi-purpose and also easy to carry in travel.
You have left off the lightest of them all; the Deejo
I have an ultralight I picked up recently that may end up becoming my favorite EDC. It didn’t make your list: The Esee Candiru. Fixed, 2-inch blade, 1095 carbon steel, 1.7 ounces, USA made. It has a rock simple design and brilliant execution.