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KATA KT2104L Knife

  • Knife
  • SK5 Blade
  • 2.5 ounces
  • 6.2 inches
4.3/ 5 on Amazon2,234Amazon ratings300+bought last month4.2ProductDome score
High confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology
Best forYou want a light, compact knife for everyday carry or utility tasks

A light SK5 steel knife around 6.18 inches long, built for everyday carry and light utility cutting rather than heavy-duty work.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 246 knifes we track

4.2/ 5ProductDome scoreHigh confidence
Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.6★4.3

4.3★ across 2,234 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 2,048 ratings4.2

2,234 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score3.4

300+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score3.8

Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.

The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 246 knifes we track - how the scorecard works · full knifes data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.

Overview

The KT2104L is a knife from KATA with an SK5 steel blade, an overall length of about 6.18 inches, and a weight of just 70 grams. That combination points to a light, pocket-sized utility knife rather than a heavy fixed blade.

SK5 is a carbon tool steel commonly used in budget to mid-range knives for its balance of edge retention and ease of sharpening, though it is more prone to rust than stainless if left wet. At 70 grams, the KT2104L is light enough to carry daily without adding noticeable pocket weight.

  • SK5 carbon tool steel blade
  • 6.18 inch overall length
  • 70 gram weight
  • 4.3 rating from 2,234 reviews

Who it's for

Suits everyday carry, light utility cutting, or outdoor tasks where a compact, lightweight knife is the priority. Less suited to heavy chopping or batoning work, where a thicker, heavier blade would hold up better.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out
  • Light at 70 grams for daily carry
  • SK5 carbon steel takes and holds an edge well
  • Compact 6.18 inch length
What to check first
  • Carbon steel needs drying and oiling to avoid rust
  • Not built for heavy chopping tasks

Performance notes

SK5 carbon steel holds an edge reasonably well and is straightforward to resharpen, which matters for a knife likely to see daily light-duty use. The 70 gram weight keeps the KT2104L unobtrusive to carry, though carbon steel blades like SK5 need to be kept dry and occasionally oiled to avoid rust.

Specifications

BrandKATA
ModelKT2104L
MaterialSK5 Blade
Item Weight2.5 ounces
Length6.2 inches

How it compares

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Frequently asked

Questions about the KATA KT2104L

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

What steel is the KATA KT2104L blade made from?

SK5 carbon tool steel.

How much does it weigh?

About 70 grams.