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Benchmade Mini Bugout vs Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Bugout stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% 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$175Most expensive
US$159.95Cheapest
Weight
42.5 g (1.50 oz)Lightest
71 g (2.50 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
71.6 mm (2.82 in)Shortest
76 mm (2.99 in)Longest
Overall length
165 mm (6.50 in)Shortest
178 mm (7.01 in)Longest
Closed length
94 mm (3.70 in)Shortest
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM S30V
Handle material
Grivory polymer with stainless steel liners
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Satin or Cerakote
Satin finish
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Ball joint slipjoint (non-locking)
Opening method
Dual Thumb Studs
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Deep Carry
Tip-up pocket clip, reversible/ambidextrous
Use case profile
Best for
Minimalist EDC UsersOffice ProfessionalsOutdoor Enthusiasts For Hiking, Backpacking, Camping
Everyday Carry In Regions With Restrictive Carry LawsTactical UsePrecision Cutting
Not best for
Those With Larger Hands (smaller Handle Is 3 Finger Grip)
Heavy Duty Chopping TasksFixed Blade Knife Uses
Common praise
Ultra Light At 1.5 Ounces (42.5 Grams)Strong And Smooth Axis LockCompact Size Fits In A Standard Survival Mint TinPremium CPM S30V Steel Holds Edge WellUSA Made With Lifetime Sharpening Service
High Quality CPM S30V Steel BladeInnovative Ball Joint Slipjoint Lock System With Half StopLightweight Carbon Fiber HandleLegal Carry Blade Length Under 3 InchesErgonomic Finger Choil Enhances Safety And Grip
Common complaints
Grivory Scales Feel Less Premium Than G10S30V Steel Is Harder To SharpenAxis Lock Parts May Fail After Heavy Years Of UseHandle Size Too Small For Larger HandsPremium Pricing
Non Locking Slipjoint May Not Suit Users Desiring Locking MechanismLack Of Sheath Or Pouch Included
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