Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Macassar Ebony Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Anthem stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Macassar Ebony Drop Point stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Macassar Ebony Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Macassar Ebony Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Macassar Ebony Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Benchmade Anthem stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 17% 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.
Matte or Polished Titanium handle finish with Macassar Ebony inlays
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Reeve Integral Lock (Frame-lock)
Opening method
Manual-opening
One-handed opening with thumb lug
Clip type
Reversible titanium tip-up clip
Tip-up pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday Carry
▣Everyday carry▣General use▣Outdoor activities
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
✓Robust and solid construction✓Excellent edge retention and sharpness✓Lightweight and ergonomic design✓Ambidextrous with dual thumb studs and reversible clip
✓Exceptional build quality✓Smooth operation✓Durable and sharp blade✓Comfortable ergonomic handle with elegant wood inlay✓Reliable frame-lock mechanism
Common complaints
⚠High retail price⚠Stonewash finish perceived to dull the material luster
⚠Limited availability⚠Higher price compared to average folding knives