Comparison Console
Benchmade Mini Griptilian vs Benchmade SOCP Dagger
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade SOCP Dagger stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade SOCP Dagger stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade SOCP Dagger stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade SOCP Dagger stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade SOCP Dagger stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade SOCP Dagger stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 7% 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$150Most expensive
US$125Cheapest
Weight
79.7 g (2.81 oz)Heaviest
62.37 g (2.20 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
74 mm (2.91 in)Shortest
81.8 mm (3.22 in)Longest
Overall length
172 mm (6.77 in)Shortest
184.2 mm (7.25 in)Longest
Closed length
98 mm (3.86 in)
Unknown
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
4.45 mm (0.18 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
440C Stainless Steel
Handle material
Nylon
Full skeletonized handle
Finish
Satin
Black oxide finish
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Unknown
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Unknown
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
No clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban ProfessionalsOffice EnvironmentsGeneral Cutting Tasks
Tactical useSelf-defenseEveryday carry (EDC)RescueLaw enforcementMilitary use
Not best for
Heavy-Duty Outdoor Tasks
Unknown
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
Lightweight at 62.37 g (2.12 oz)Strong, sharp 440C stainless steel bladeEffective finger ring retention designMOLLE-compatible sheath for versatile carryMade in USA with lifetime sharpening guarantee
Common complaints
Smaller handle can feel cramped for larger handsAction not very snappy for one-handed opening
Blade finish quality considered average by some usersNo clip includedBlade can arrive dull requiring sharpening