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Benchmade Bugout vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout 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$180Most expensive
US$150Cheapest
Weight
52.5 g (1.85 oz)Lightest
79.7 g (2.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
82.3 mm (3.24 in)Longest
74 mm (2.91 in)Shortest
Overall length
189.7 mm (7.47 in)Longest
172 mm (6.77 in)Shortest
Closed length
107.2 mm (4.22 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM S30V
Handle material
Grivory
Nylon
Finish
Cerakote on blade with Black Oxide on clip
Satin
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Tip-up Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Lightweight outdoor useUltralight hiking and backcountry adventuring
Everyday CarryUrban ProfessionalsOffice EnvironmentsGeneral Cutting Tasks
Not best for
Heavy-duty survival tasksBatonning or heavy chopping
Heavy-Duty Outdoor Tasks
Common praise
Exceptionally lightweight (1.85 ounces)Strong edge retention of S30V steelSmooth and slim profile easily carried in pocketReliable ambidextrous Axis Lock mechanismDurable Cerakote blade finish resists wear
Durable and sharp CPM S30V steelSmooth and reliable AXIS lock mechanismCompact and lightweight design suitable for discreet carryAmbidextrous design with reversible clipLifetime warranty and sharpening service by Benchmade
Common complaints
Handle scales feel slightly flexible under pressureNot intended for heavy-duty useClip's black oxide finish shows wear over time
Smaller handle can feel cramped for larger handsAction not very snappy for one-handed opening