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Benchmade AFCK vs CRKT Squid II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade AFCK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade AFCK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade AFCK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 50% 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$120Cheapest
US$185Most expensive
Weight
119.7 g (4.22 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
235 mm (9.25 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
M2 tool steel
Böhler M390
Handle material
G-10 handle scales with stainless steel liner
Olive wood
Finish
Black finish on blade, stonewashed pivot screws
Stonewash
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb Hole
Thumb stud and flipper
Clip type
Steel pocket clip (tip down)
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Use case profile
Best for
EDC utilitySelf defenseCollectors
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
Not best for
Left hand users (clip and lock are right hand oriented)
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
Common praise
Very sharp blade edgeComfortable, ergonomic handleReliable liner lockDurable constructionGood for utility and self defense
Excellent edge retention and wear resistance due to M390 steelSmooth opening action with IKBS ball bearing pivotComfortable ergonomic olive wood handleSecure liner lockDeep carry clip for low profile pocket carryRobust, refined build quality comparable to high-end custom knivesExceptional value at its price point
Common complaints
Handle flex with G-10 scales (addressed in later models or by replacing scales with aluminum)Heavier compared to some other folding knivesRight hand only clip and lock
Heavy compared to ultralight foldersNon-reversible pocket clip limits carry optionsLock disengagement area can feel awkwardSome wish for hollow grind blade instead of flat grind
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