Comparison Console
Benchmade Auto Presidio II vs Benchmade Contego
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Contego stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Auto Presidio II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Auto Presidio II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Contego stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Contego stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Auto Presidio II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Auto Presidio II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Contego stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Auto Presidio II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Contego stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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$209.99Cheapest
US$245Most expensive
Weight
179.2 g (6.32 oz)Heaviest
167.83 g (5.92 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
94.5 mm (3.72 in)Shortest
101.1 mm (3.98 in)Longest
Overall length
221.5 mm (8.72 in)Shortest
235.7 mm (9.28 in)Longest
Closed length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
134.6 mm (5.30 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.149 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.96 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM M4
Handle material
Black anodized 6061-T6 billet aluminum
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Coated black blade
Cerakote finish (corrosion resistance), Satin finish (some versions)
Lock type
AXIS® lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Automatic-opening
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Deep-carry clip reversible tip-up
Deep Carry Reversible Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryDurability and reliabilityOne-handed automatic opening
Tactical situationsSelf-defenseDurable daily carry
Not best for
Non-automatic knife preferences
Very discreet daily use due to size and weight
Common praise
Durable and strong constructionLightweight despite sturdy materialsSmooth and reliable automatic AXIS® opening mechanismGood combo edge blade for versatile cutting tasksDeep-carry reversible clip for comfortable carry
Strong and durable bladeSmooth and solid AXIS lockAmbidextrous usageGood grip with textured G10 handleFast and easy opening
Common complaints
Price point higher than some comparable knivesNot ideal for those preferring manual opening mechanisms
Relatively large and heavy for pocket carrySome find the handle gimping excessiveThumb studs can be stiffNot the most discreet knife due to size and weight