Comparison Console
Benchmade Mini Infidel vs Benchmade Model 51 Morpho
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 51 Morpho stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 37% 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$525Most expensive
US$285Cheapest
Weight
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Lightest
98.9 g (3.49 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
108 mm (4.25 in)Longest
Overall length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
235 mm (9.25 in)Longest
Closed length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
137 mm (5.39 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
2.8 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
D2 Tool Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
G-10 with titanium liners
Finish
Black matte/Anodized
Stonewash or satin finish depending on variant
Lock type
Double Action OTF
Spring latch
Opening method
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Balisong flipping or direct open
Clip type
Deep Carry
Tip-up titanium pocket clip (reversible for left or right hand)
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
EDC (everyday carry)Recreational flippingLight utility tasks
Not best for
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Heavy choppingRust-prone wet environments without proper care
Common praise
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
Lightweight for a balisong at roughly 3.3 ouncesDurable, strong blade tip resistant to damageSmooth action with high-quality tolerancesComfortable textured G-10 handle with finger groovesInnovative spring latch that does not open accidentally
Common complaints
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers
D2 steel is less rust resistant and requires careful maintenanceSpring latch can require effort to disengageLatch disengagement when open is less convenient