Comparison Console
Benchmade Model 42 vs Benchmade Super Freek
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the lightest option for weight. Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 285% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the lightest option for weight.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the heaviest option for weight.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 15% 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$1250Most expensive
US$325Cheapest
Weight
121.62 g (4.29 oz)Lightest
121.9 g (4.30 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
104.775 mm (4.13 in)Longest
91.4 mm (3.60 in)Shortest
Overall length
241.3 mm (9.50 in)Longest
214.9 mm (8.46 in)Shortest
Closed length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Longest
123.4 mm (4.86 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.18 mm (0.13 in)Thickest
2.9 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
440C Stainless Steel
CPM M4
Handle material
Titanium
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Anodized titanium handles with satin finished blade
Cerakote coated
Lock type
Batangas-style Lock
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Opening method
Manual Opening by Flipping
Thumb Stud
Clip type
None
Split Arrow
Use case profile
Best for
Flying tricks, aerial maneuversLightweight balanced manipulationUsers wanting strong lock-up folding balisong
Every day carry (EDC)Hard use utility tasks
Not best for
Keeping anodized finish perfect without wearUsers preferring heavier knives
Professional/Office EnvironmentsWet or Marine EnvironmentsDelicate SlicingDeep Concealment
Common praise
Very light compared to older stainless steel models (approx. 4.25 oz / 121.6 g)Smooth, wobble-free jointsStrong and stable Batangas-style latch lock openAnodized titanium handles give attractive, iridescent colorsExcellent balance for flipping and aerial tricks
Durable materials and construction with G10 and CPM-M4 steelExcellent grip due to layered milled G10 handleStrong and tough blade suitable for hard useReliable AXIS Lock mechanismAmbidextrous tip-up pocket clip
Common complaints
Anodized finish can wear off with handling and needs periodic re-anodizingLatch can strike opposite handle causing scratches (not the blade)Sheath is slightly short for full insertion
Not Corrosion ResistanceBulky in PocketNon-Deep Carry Clip