Comparison Console
Benchmade Mini Infidel vs Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 11% 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$450Cheapest
Weight
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Heaviest
85.4 g (3.01 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
87.6 mm (3.45 in)Longest
Overall length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
205.2 mm (8.08 in)Longest
Closed length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
117.6 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
2.84 mm (0.11 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
CPM S30V
Handle material
Aluminum
6061-T6 anodized aluminum
Finish
Black matte/Anodized
Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coated blade
Lock type
Double Action OTF
Slide lock
Opening method
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Thumb slide, out-the-front (OTF) automatic
Clip type
Deep Carry
Black oxide reversible deep carry stainless steel tip-down pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor tasksFirst responders
Not best for
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Wet environments due to slightly slippery handle
Common praise
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
Fast and smooth blade deploymentExcellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceLightweight yet durable constructionComfortable and ergonomic handle designDurable black DLC blade finishReliable locking mechanism
Common complaints
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers
Handle can be slippery when wet