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Benchmade Model 42 vs Microtech Combat Troodon Hellhound
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative. Microtech Combat Troodon Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Microtech Combat Troodon Hellhound stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon Hellhound stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon Hellhound stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Microtech Combat Troodon Hellhound stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Model 42 stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% 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$1100Cheapest
Weight
121.62 g (4.29 oz)Lightest
164.7 g (5.81 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
104.775 mm (4.13 in)Longest
96.5 mm (3.80 in)Shortest
Overall length
241.3 mm (9.50 in)
241.3 mm (9.50 in)
Closed length
139.7 mm (5.50 in)Shortest
146.1 mm (5.75 in)Longest
Blade thickness
3.18 mm (0.13 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
440C Stainless Steel
M390 (Bronze Apocalyptic finish in some versions), Magnacut (Hellhound Tanto)
Handle material
Titanium
Aluminum (Black Aluminum with ULTEM top in some versions, Antique bronze anodized 6061-T6 aluminum in others)
Finish
Anodized titanium handles with satin finished blade
DLC Standard, Bronze Apocalyptic
Lock type
Batangas-style Lock
Out The Front (OTF) automatic
Opening method
Manual Opening by Flipping
Thumb slide
Clip type
None
Tip-down, reversible, right-left hand
Use case profile
Best for
Flying tricks, aerial maneuversLightweight balanced manipulationUsers wanting strong lock-up folding balisong
Tactical useEveryday carryCollectors seeking high-quality automatic knives
Not best for
Keeping anodized finish perfect without wearUsers preferring heavier knives
Users needing fixed blade knivesUsers needing manual folding knives
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
Excellent build quality and smooth OTF mechanismHigh performance blade steel options such as M390 and MagnacutComfortable slim handle despite large sizeReversible tip-down pocket clipDistinctive Hellhound Tanto blade style
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
Relatively high price pointWeight of around 165 grams may be heavy for some users
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