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Benchmade Mini Dejavoo vs CRKT Squid II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. CRKT Squid II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Squid II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Dejavoo stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 21% 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$225Most expensive
US$185Cheapest
Weight
90.7 g (3.20 oz)Lightest
136 g (4.80 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
82.55 mm (3.25 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
196.85 mm (7.75 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.175 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
S30V stainless steel
Böhler M390
Handle material
Black G10 scales with stainless steel and titanium liners and black FRN backspacer
Olive wood
Finish
Satin finished drop point blade with false top edge
Stonewash
Lock type
Liner Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Thumb hole manual opening
Thumb stud and flipper
Clip type
Tip down black stainless steel clip
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Use case profile
Best for
EDCWeekend carryGeneral utility
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
Not best for
Heavy-duty stabbingExtreme prying or concrete/sturdy material penetration
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
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
Excellent edge retention and wear resistance due to M390 steelSmooth opening action with IKBS ball bearing pivotComfortable ergonomic olive wood handleSecure liner lockDeep carry clip for low profile pocket carryRobust, refined build quality comparable to high-end custom knivesExceptional value at its price point
Common complaints
Some find S30V steel difficult to sharpenPreference for Axis lock over liner lock by some users
Heavy compared to ultralight foldersNon-reversible pocket clip limits carry optionsLock disengagement area can feel awkwardSome wish for hollow grind blade instead of flat grind
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