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Benchmade Arcane vs WE Knife Micro Trogon
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Arcane stands out as the lightest option for weight. Benchmade Arcane stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the lightest option for weight.
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Micro Trogon stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Arcane stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 20% 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$270Cheapest
US$294Most expensive
Weight
81.65 g (2.88 oz)Lightest
81.95 g (2.89 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
81.3 mm (3.20 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
196.1 mm (7.72 in)Longest
166 mm (6.54 in)Shortest
Closed length
114.8 mm (4.52 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S90V
Böhler M390
Handle material
7075-T6 Aluminum
6AL4V titanium
Finish
Satin
Black stonewashed blade, black and gold finish handle
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Assisted-opening, flipper
Dual Thumb Studs
Clip type
Deep-Carry, reversible tip-up
Right hand only, tip up
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban useTactical
Everyday carry (EDC)Users seeking a compact and carry-friendly folding knife
Not best for
Heavy use cutting tasksBeginners in sharpening
Those preferring fixed blade knivesUsers needing larger blade length beyond ~2.68 inches
Common praise
Durable blade for daily useEasy one-handed opening with flipperComfortable for both handsSecure AXIS lockSleek and lightweight design
Compact and carry-friendly size compared to original TrogonPremium Böhler M390 steel blade with high hardness (58-60 HRC)Titanium handle with solid frame lock and smooth deploymentAttractive black and gold finish and versatile colorways
Common complaints
Blade can be hard to sharpen for beginnersHandle may feel cold in winterPocket clip might be too tightBlade can chip under heavy use
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