Comparison Console
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC vs Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 181% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Bob Terzuola SlipIt stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC 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$450Most expensive
US$159.95Cheapest
Weight
85.4 g (3.01 oz)Heaviest
71 g (2.50 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
87.6 mm (3.45 in)Longest
76 mm (2.99 in)Shortest
Overall length
205.2 mm (8.08 in)Longest
178 mm (7.01 in)Shortest
Closed length
117.6 mm (4.63 in)Longest
102 mm (4.02 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.84 mm (0.11 in)
Unknown
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
CPM S30V
Handle material
6061-T6 anodized aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coated blade
Satin finish
Lock type
Slide lock
Ball joint slipjoint (non-locking)
Opening method
Thumb slide, out-the-front (OTF) automatic
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Black oxide reversible deep carry stainless steel tip-down pocket clip
Tip-up pocket clip, reversible/ambidextrous
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor tasksFirst responders
Everyday carry in regions with restrictive carry lawsTactical usePrecision cutting
Not best for
Wet environments due to slightly slippery handle
Heavy-duty chopping tasksFixed blade knife uses
Common praise
Fast and smooth blade deploymentExcellent edge retention and corrosion resistanceLightweight yet durable constructionComfortable and ergonomic handle designDurable black DLC blade finishReliable locking mechanism
High-quality CPM-S30V steel bladeInnovative ball joint slipjoint lock system with half-stopLightweight carbon fiber handleLegal carry blade length under 3 inchesErgonomic finger choil enhances safety and grip
Common complaints
Handle can be slippery when wet
Non-locking slipjoint may not suit users desiring locking mechanismLack of sheath or pouch included