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Benchmade Bugout vs CRKT Inara
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
CRKT Inara stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Inara stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Inara stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 221% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Inara stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Inara stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Inara stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 16% 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$56Cheapest
Weight
52.5 g (1.85 oz)Heaviest
51 g (1.80 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
82.3 mm (3.24 in)Longest
71 mm (2.80 in)Shortest
Overall length
189.7 mm (7.47 in)Longest
168 mm (6.61 in)Shortest
Closed length
107.2 mm (4.22 in)Longest
97 mm (3.82 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)Thickest
2.2 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
8Cr14MoV stainless steel
Handle material
Grivory
G10 (front), stainless steel (back)
Finish
Cerakote on blade with Black Oxide on clip
Black stonewash, tumbled
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Frame lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Tip-up, right hand only
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Lightweight outdoor useUltralight hiking and backcountry adventuring
Everyday carryUtility tasksOutdoor activitiesGeneral-purpose cuttingSelf-defense
Not best for
Heavy-duty survival tasksBatonning or heavy chopping
Unknown
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
Lightweight and slim profileSmooth and lightning-fast opening with IKBS ball bearing pivot systemStrong, fine tip bladeSecure frame lockGood balance and grip
Common complaints
Handle scales feel slightly flexible under pressureNot intended for heavy-duty useClip's black oxide finish shows wear over time
Requires some practice to open one-handed comfortably
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