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Benchmade Mini Griptilian vs Benchmade Osborne 940
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% 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 Osborne 940 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Osborne 940 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 17% 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$150Cheapest
US$230Most expensive
Weight
79.7 g (2.81 oz)Heaviest
75.17 g (2.65 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
74 mm (2.91 in)Shortest
86.4 mm (3.40 in)Longest
Overall length
172 mm (6.77 in)Shortest
199.9 mm (7.87 in)Longest
Closed length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)
3 mm (0.12 in)
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM MagnaCut or CPM M4 or CPM S30V
Handle material
Nylon
6061-T6 Aluminum or G-10
Finish
Satin
Satin or Black coating
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban ProfessionalsOffice EnvironmentsGeneral Cutting Tasks
Everyday carryOutdoor useCampingHikingGeneral utility
Not best for
Heavy-Duty Outdoor Tasks
Abrasive or Dirty EnvironmentsFood Preparation & Fine SlicingHeavy Outdoor or Survival Use
Common praise
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
Slim profile and lightweight for comfortable daily carryExcellent blade steel with great edge retention and corrosion resistanceAmbidextrous Axis or Crossbar lock mechanism ensures secure and smooth operationDurable anodized aluminum or G-10 handle with good grip and ergonomic design
Common complaints
Smaller handle can feel cramped for larger handsAction not very snappy for one-handed opening
Price is relatively high compared to some competitorsSome users may prefer other blade styles or handle materialsNot all models have identical specifications which can cause confusion