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Benchmade Mini Infidel vs Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Tanto
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 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 Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 31 Tanto stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 2% 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$525
US$525
Weight
96.2 g (3.39 oz)Heaviest
85 g (3.00 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Longest
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
Overall length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)Thinnest
3.05 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
CPM MagnaCut Stainless Steel
Handle material
Aluminum
Titanium 6Al4V
Finish
Black matte/Anodized
Stonewashed blade, sandblasted or 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
Right hand only, tip up titanium pocket clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Everyday Carry (EDC)Heavy-duty tasks
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
Exceptional build quality and fit & finishStrong and reliable frame lock with ceramic ball interfaceExcellent edge retention from CPM MagnaCut steelLightweight yet robust for daily carrySmooth one-handed opening and closing
Common complaints
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers
Premium price pointRight-hand only pocket clip
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