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Benchmade Mini Infidel vs Microtech Makora Hellhound
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Makora Hellhound 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 Mini Infidel stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Mini Infidel stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Makora Hellhound stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 7% 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)Lightest
99.2 g (3.50 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
78.74 mm (3.10 in)Shortest
84 mm (3.31 in)Longest
Overall length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Shortest
214.6 mm (8.45 in)Longest
Closed length
180.34 mm (7.10 in)Longest
130.175 mm (5.13 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.64 mm (0.10 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
D2 Tool Steel
Premium steel (specific type not clearly supported)
Handle material
Aluminum
Aircraft aluminum
Finish
Black matte/Anodized
Varies: including DLC, stonewashed, bronze, black coatings, and nickel boron internals for smooth operation
Lock type
Double Action OTF
Unknown
Opening method
Out-The-Front (OTF)
OTF (Out The Front) automatic
Clip type
Deep Carry
Reversible Pocket Clip
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitarySelf-defenseEDC for enthusiasts
Everyday carryHigh performance useReliable and smooth operationTactical 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
Exceptional smooth automatic actionReliable and high performanceExcellent grip and build qualityMultiple finish options including DLC and stonewashed
Common complaints
Deployment switch can be unpredictable, requiring extra forcePrice may be considered high by some buyers
Higher price point compared to some alternatives
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