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Benchmade Mini Infidel vs Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% 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.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Inkosi Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel 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$425Cheapest
Weight
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Heaviest
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Longest
71 mm (2.80 in)Shortest
Overall length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
167 mm (6.57 in)Shortest
Closed length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
3.25 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
CPM MagnaCut
Handle material
Aluminum
Titanium
Finish
Black matte/Anodized
Stonewash blade finish, glass blasted titanium handle
Lock type
Double Action OTF
Frame Lock with Ceramic Ball Interface
Opening method
Out-The-Front (OTF)
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Deep Carry
Offset titanium pocket clip mounted at the butt end
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Everyday CarryTactical Use
Not best for
Beginners unfamiliar with OTF knivesUsers needing very large blade length
Unknown
Common praise
Ergonomic and comfortable handleSecure locking mechanismReliable double-action deployment and retractionLong lasting sharp blade edge retention
Premium blade steel CPM MagnaCutRobust and smooth frame lock with ceramic ball interfaceHigh-quality titanium handle with glass blasted finishErgonomic design and precise manufacturingMade in the USA
Common complaints
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers
Unknown
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