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Benchmade Bedlam vs Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the lightest option for weight. Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bedlam stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Benchmade Bedlam stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bedlam stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Zero Tolerance 0500 MUDD stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bedlam stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 13% 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$450Most expensive
US$395Cheapest
Weight
201.61 g (7.11 oz)Heaviest
201.59 g (7.11 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
100.33 mm (3.95 in)Longest
89 mm (3.50 in)Shortest
Overall length
246.83 mm (9.72 in)Longest
228 mm (8.98 in)Shortest
Closed length
146.3 mm (5.76 in)Longest
137 mm (5.39 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.18 mm (0.13 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
154CM stainless steel
154CM Stainless Steel
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Aluminum with G10 overlays
Finish
Satin or coated blade options
Black Tungsten DLC coated blade (also available in dark stonewashed or black Cerakote)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
RAM lock (sealed pivot lock with neoprene and rubber seals)
Opening method
Manual with thumb studs or automatic with Auto AXIS mechanism
Dual thumbstuds
Clip type
Deep carry reversible tip-up steel pocket clip
Deep pocket reversible clip (tip-up)
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryCutting through resistant materialsHooking and slicing tasksUsers needing ambidextrous operation
Tactical useHeavy-duty EDCOutdoorsWaterborne missions (due to sealed pivot and lock)
Not best for
Precision cutting tasksUsers preferring lightweight knives for all-day carry
Lightweight EDC carryUsers seeking ultra-light knives
Common praise
Strong and durable blade and build qualityEffective slicing and hooking performance with scimitar bladeComfortable and secure grip with textured sculpted G10 handleReliable AXIS Lock mechanism is ambidextrous and smoothDeep carry reversible pocket clip allows subtle carry despite large size
Exceptional sealed pivot and lock design prevents dirt/grime interferenceRobust and heavy-duty constructionSmooth operation and solid lockupDeep pocket clip allows discreet carryUnique and durable coating on the blade
Common complaints
Heavier than some everyday carry knivesMay feel bulky or large in handPotential difficulty sharpening scimitar blade shape
Heavier and thicker than typical lightweight foldersPocket clip could be less durable due to single screw mountingRelatively high price point (discontinued)
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