Comparison Console
Benchmade Autocrat vs Benchmade Model 42
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Autocrat stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% 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$500Cheapest
US$1250Most expensive
Weight
111.41 g (3.93 oz)Lightest
121.62 g (4.29 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
94.23 mm (3.71 in)Shortest
104.775 mm (4.13 in)Longest
Overall length
222.25 mm (8.75 in)Shortest
241.3 mm (9.50 in)Longest
Closed length
128.02 mm (5.04 in)Shortest
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.67 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
440C Stainless Steel
Handle material
G10 composite
Titanium
Finish
DLC coated black
Anodized titanium handles with satin finished blade
Lock type
N/A
Batangas-style Lock
Opening method
Double-action out-the-front automatic (spine-fire slide)
Manual Opening by Flipping
Clip type
Deep-carry, reversible tip-down MALICE clip (MOLLE compatible)
None
Use case profile
Best for
Every Day Carry (EDC)Tactical useRapid deployment
Flying tricks, aerial maneuversLightweight balanced manipulationUsers wanting strong lock-up folding balisong
Not best for
Heavy cutting tasksNon-tactical uses requiring single edged blades
Keeping anodized finish perfect without wearUsers preferring heavier knives
Common praise
Smooth and reliable actionHigh-quality G10 handle constructionLightweight and pocket friendlySolid build quality typical of BenchmadeExcellent edge retention of CPM-S30V steel
Very light compared to older stainless steel models (approx. 4.25 oz / 121.6 g)Smooth, wobble-free jointsStrong and stable Batangas-style latch lock openAnodized titanium handles give attractive, iridescent colorsExcellent balance for flipping and aerial tricks
Common complaints
Blade comes dull from factory requiring honingDouble-edged dagger blade not versatile for all EDC tasksRelatively high price for steel type
Anodized finish can wear off with handling and needs periodic re-anodizingLatch can strike opposite handle causing scratches (not the blade)Sheath is slightly short for full insertion