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Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC vs Spyderco Caly Jr.
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Caly Jr. stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Phaeton 4600DLC stands out as the longest option for blade 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$450Most expensive
US$325Cheapest
Weight
85.4 g (3.01 oz)Lightest
88 g (3.10 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
87.6 mm (3.45 in)Longest
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
Overall length
205.2 mm (8.08 in)Longest
194 mm (7.64 in)Shortest
Closed length
117.6 mm (4.63 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.84 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
3 mm (0.12 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM S30V
Laminated ZDP-189 & 420J2
Handle material
6061-T6 anodized aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Finish
Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coated blade
Satin
Lock type
Slide lock
Back Lock
Opening method
Thumb slide, out-the-front (OTF) automatic
Round Hole
Clip type
Black oxide reversible deep carry stainless steel tip-down pocket clip
Wire clip, low-seated, right/left hand, tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useOutdoor tasksFirst responders
Everyday Carry (EDC)Work knifePrecision cutting
Not best for
Wet environments due to slightly slippery handle
Unknown
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
Excellent blade steel combination for edge retention and toughnessErgonomic handle with finger choil for secure gripSmooth lockback mechanismLightweight carbon fiber handleCompact and practical folding design
Common complaints
Handle can be slippery when wet
Price may be high compared to simpler knivesLimited availability may affect purchase