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Benchmade Bugout vs Kershaw Launch 12
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 187% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Launch 12 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Bugout stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 29% 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$179.99Cheapest
Weight
52.5 g (1.85 oz)Heaviest
18.3 g (0.65 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
82.3 mm (3.24 in)Longest
64 mm (2.52 in)Shortest
Overall length
189.7 mm (7.47 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Closed length
107.2 mm (4.22 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM-154 stainless steel
Handle material
Grivory
Black anodized aluminum with carbon fiber inlay
Finish
Cerakote on blade with Black Oxide on clip
Stonewash finish
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Button lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Automatic push-button
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carry (EDC)Lightweight outdoor useUltralight hiking and backcountry adventuring
EDCTactical useMilitary and security personnelEnthusiasts of tactical gear
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
Quick and precise automatic openingCompact and durable designGood grip with carbon fiber inlay
Common complaints
Handle scales feel slightly flexible under pressureNot intended for heavy-duty useClip's black oxide finish shows wear over time
Not widely carry-legal due to automatic mechanism
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