Benchmade AFCK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. CIVIVI Natterjack stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
CIVIVI Natterjack stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
CIVIVI Natterjack stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
CIVIVI Natterjack stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
CIVIVI Natterjack stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Damascus steel (modern layered steel) for Damascus edition; 14C28N steel for OD Green edition
Handle material
G-10 handle scales with stainless steel liner
G10 (both editions)
Finish
Black finish on blade, stonewashed pivot screws
Black stonewash (OD Green edition); pattern typical of Damascus steel (Damascus edition)
Lock type
Liner Lock
Button lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Rear flipper, ambidextrous thumb studs, button lock (for retraction)
Clip type
Steel pocket clip (tip down)
Reversible tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
▣EDC utility▣Self defense▣Collectors
▣Everyday carry▣EDC▣General cutting tasks▣Outdoor and indoor practical use
Not best for
!Left hand users (clip and lock are right hand oriented)
Unknown
Common praise
✓Very sharp blade edge✓Comfortable, ergonomic handle✓Reliable liner lock✓Durable construction✓Good for utility and self defense
✓Durable construction✓Smooth and consistent deployment✓Ergonomic G10 handle with good grip✓Reliable button lock✓Good balance of size and utility✓Affordable price✓Attractive design and handle texture✓Multiple deployment methods including rear flipper and thumb studs
Common complaints
⚠Handle flex with G-10 scales (addressed in later models or by replacing scales with aluminum)⚠Heavier compared to some other folding knives⚠Right hand only clip and lock