Comparison Console
Benchmade Bailout vs Benchmade Mini Infidel
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Bailout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bailout stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% 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$350Cheapest
US$525Most expensive
Weight
59.4 g (2.10 oz)Lightest
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Shortest
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Longest
Overall length
203.2 mm (8.00 in)Longest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
Closed length
119.9 mm (4.72 in)Shortest
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
Blade thickness
10.5 mm (0.41 in)Thickest
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM M4
D2 Tool Steel
Handle material
Aluminum or Grivory
Aluminum
Finish
Cerakote or Anodized Black
Black matte/Anodized
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Double Action OTF
Opening method
Dual Thumb Studs
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Clip type
Deep Carry Reversible Clip
Deep Carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useFirst respondersLightweight durable work knife
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Not best for
Delicate or Fine Slicing TasksHeavy Prying and ChippingCorrosive Environments
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Common praise
Excellent edge retention and toughness of CPM-M4 steelLightweight yet rugged and durableSmooth ambidextrous AXIS lock mechanismDeep carry clip for discreet carry
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
Common complaints
Clip can be tight for thick pockets3V steel (early version) is not fully stainless and requires maintenance
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers