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Benchmade Crooked River vs Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech SOCOM Elite Auto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Crooked River stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 2% 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$360
US$360
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
133 g (4.69 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
103 mm (4.06 in)Longest
Overall length
236 mm (9.29 in)Longest
232 mm (9.13 in)Shortest
Closed length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
130 mm (5.12 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
15 mm (0.59 in)Thickest
5 mm (0.20 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
M390 Stainless Steel
Handle material
Black canvas Micarta with burnt copper aluminum bolsters
Anodized Aluminum
Finish
DLC Battlewash black finish
Stonewashed
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Button Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Automatic, out-the-side
Clip type
Split Arrow
Tip-Down Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingOutdoor tasksEDCCuttingSkinningFood preparation
Tactical useUtility applicationsMilitary and law enforcement useEveryday carry
Not best for
Unknown
Unknown
Common praise
High-quality materials and workmanshipSmooth and reliable AXIS lock mechanismComfortable and secure gripExcellent edge retentionAmbidextrous designLifetime warranty with LifeSharp service
Exceptional reliabilityDurabilitySharpness and edge retentionCompact sizeErgonomic handle with good traction
Common complaints
Slightly heavier and larger than comparable knivesPremium price pointWood handle can be smooth and may require roughening for grip
Price can be highRestricted shipping in some areas
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