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Benchmade Crooked River vs Microtech MSI G10
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech MSI G10 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 4% 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$360Most expensive
US$328Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)
142 g (5.01 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
98.5 mm (3.88 in)Shortest
Overall length
236 mm (9.29 in)Longest
227 mm (8.94 in)Shortest
Closed length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
128 mm (5.04 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
15 mm (0.59 in)Thickest
4 mm (0.16 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
M390MK Steel
Handle material
Black canvas Micarta with burnt copper aluminum bolsters
G-10 Laminate
Finish
DLC Battlewash black finish
Stonewash, Apocalyptic (varies by model)
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
RAM-LOK Bar Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb hole, cutout for reverse flick or thumb roll
Clip type
Split Arrow
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingOutdoor tasksEDCCuttingSkinningFood preparation
Everyday carryHeavy-duty useTactical use
Not best for
Unknown
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Common praise
High-quality materials and workmanshipSmooth and reliable AXIS lock mechanismComfortable and secure gripExcellent edge retentionAmbidextrous designLifetime warranty with LifeSharp service
Durable and heavy-duty designHighly secure RAM-LOK locking systemExcellent edge retention with M390MK steelAmbidextrous with reversible clipVersatile opening methods
Common complaints
Slightly heavier and larger than comparable knivesPremium price pointWood handle can be smooth and may require roughening for grip
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