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Benchmade Mini Dejavoo vs CRKT Facet Viral
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Facet Viral stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 8% 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$225Cheapest
US$275Most expensive
Weight
90.7 g (3.20 oz)Heaviest
28.35 g (1.00 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
82.55 mm (3.25 in)Shortest
89 mm (3.50 in)Longest
Overall length
196.85 mm (7.75 in)Shortest
197 mm (7.76 in)Longest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Shortest
196 mm (7.72 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V stainless steel
Böhler M390
Handle material
Black G10 scales with stainless steel and titanium liners and black FRN backspacer
Anodized titanium
Finish
Satin finished drop point blade with false top edge
Laser-engraved viral fractal pattern on titanium scales
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb hole manual opening
Flipper with IKBS bearings-guided action
Clip type
Tip down black stainless steel clip
Tip-up (right)
Use case profile
Best for
EDCWeekend carryGeneral utility
EDC enthusiasts seeking premium materialsCollectors of limited edition knivesUsers desiring lightweight titanium handle with high-end steel blade
Not best for
Heavy-duty stabbingExtreme prying or concrete/sturdy material penetration
Those preferring assisted opening mechanismUsers needing stainless steel handles
Common praise
Well-made and sturdy constructionExcellent blade steel (S30V) with good edge retentionSecure and smooth liner lockErgonomic G10 handle with good gripLightweight and handy size for EDC
Premium materials and build qualityLightweight titanium handleSmooth IKBS bearings openingUnique laser-engraved handle designLimited production enhancing collectibility
Common complaints
Some find S30V steel difficult to sharpenPreference for Axis lock over liner lock by some users
Lacks assisted opening mechanism of original FacetSome users may prefer frame lock over liner lockLimited availability due to small production run
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