Spyderco Endura 4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Endura 4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Cheapest
Spyderco Endura 4 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Most expensive
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Lightest
Spyderco Endura 4 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Heaviest
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Spyderco Endura 4 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Shortest
Benchmade Mini Barrage stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Longest
Spyderco Endura 4 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 30% 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.
Satin, Black TiCN (Titanium Carbonitride) or Damascus
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Back Lock
Opening method
Spring Assisted
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Split Arrow
Spoon-style Clip
Use case profile
Best for
▣Everyday carry▣Outdoor use▣Tactical tasks
▣Everyday carry▣Hunting▣Tactical▣Camping▣Survival
Not best for
!Tactical & Self-Defense!Ultralight Minimalist Carry!Delicate Precision Work
!Heavy-duty prying!Food prep with the saber-ground blade!Deep-pocket covert carry
Common praise
✓Excellent build quality and finish✓Strong and smooth assisted opening✓Good blade edge retention✓Ergonomic handle fits well and offers good grip✓Reliable and secure AXIS locking mechanism
✓Lightweight yet rugged construction✓Secure grip with bi-directional texturing✓Easy ambidextrous one-handed opening✓Strong and reliable lock back✓High-quality VG-10 blade steel with good edge retention and corrosion resistance
Common complaints
⚠Pocket clip is very strong and may damage pockets or be uncomfortable⚠Safety and lock mechanism has a learning curve
⚠Handle not suitable for hard use despite steel liners⚠Slight blade play may develop after extended use