Comparison Console
Benchmade Mini Claymore 9570BK vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Mini Claymore 9570BK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Claymore 9570BK stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Claymore 9570BK stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Claymore 9570BK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Claymore 9570BK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% 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$230Most expensive
US$150Cheapest
Weight
72.57 g (2.56 oz)Lightest
79.7 g (2.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
76.2 mm (3.00 in)Longest
74 mm (2.91 in)Shortest
Overall length
182.4 mm (7.18 in)Longest
172 mm (6.77 in)Shortest
Closed length
106.2 mm (4.18 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.29 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-D2 Tool Steel
CPM S30V
Handle material
Grivory
Nylon
Finish
Black coated blade
Satin
Lock type
Button Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Automatic (Push-Button)
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry tip-up clip
Tip-up Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCHeavy use
Everyday CarryUrban ProfessionalsOffice EnvironmentsGeneral Cutting Tasks
Not best for
Unknown
Heavy-Duty Outdoor Tasks
Common praise
Good edge retention and toughnessCompact and durable designAmbidextrous operation with reversible clipSecure grip with textured handleMade in USA with premium build quality
Durable and sharp CPM S30V steelSmooth and reliable AXIS lock mechanismCompact and lightweight design suitable for discreet carryAmbidextrous design with reversible clipLifetime warranty and sharpening service by Benchmade
Common complaints
Unknown
Smaller handle can feel cramped for larger handsAction not very snappy for one-handed opening