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Benchmade Mini Griptilian vs Kershaw Heist
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Kershaw Heist stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Kershaw Heist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Kershaw Heist stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 173% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Heist stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Heist stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Kershaw Heist stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% 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$55Cheapest
Weight
79.7 g (2.81 oz)Heaviest
79 g (2.79 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
74 mm (2.91 in)Shortest
81 mm (3.19 in)Longest
Overall length
172 mm (6.77 in)Shortest
193 mm (7.60 in)Longest
Closed length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
112 mm (4.41 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
2 mm (0.08 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
D2 Tool Steel
Handle material
Nylon
Glass-filled nylon (GFN)
Finish
Satin
Stonewash
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
DuraLock crossbar lock
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Tip-up Clip
Deep Carry Reversible Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryUrban ProfessionalsOffice EnvironmentsGeneral Cutting Tasks
Everyday carry (EDC)Work projectsLightweight slicing
Not best for
Heavy-Duty Outdoor Tasks
Heavy chopping tasksCorrosive environments without care
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
Thin blade stock for slicey grindSlim and lightweight constructionNo-flex handlesSmooth actionSolid ergonomicsGreat value for money
Common complaints
Smaller handle can feel cramped for larger handsAction not very snappy for one-handed opening
Base of pocket clip can catch on pocket hem going in
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