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Benchmade Presidio Ultra vs CRKT Squid II
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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CRKT Squid II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
CRKT Squid II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Presidio Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Presidio Ultra stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Presidio Ultra stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
CRKT Squid II stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Presidio Ultra stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 19% 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$191.25Most expensive
US$185Cheapest
Weight
136 g (4.80 oz)
136 g (4.80 oz)
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
68 mm (2.68 in)Shortest
Overall length
210 mm (8.27 in)Longest
177 mm (6.97 in)Shortest
Closed length
124 mm (4.88 in)Longest
108 mm (4.25 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3.2 mm (0.13 in)Thinnest
3.81 mm (0.15 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
440C Stainless Steel
Böhler M390
Handle material
Noryl GTX (textured molded polymer)
Olive wood
Finish
Black coated blade
Stonewash
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Liner Lock
Opening method
Automatic (pull release)
Thumb stud and flipper
Clip type
Reversible tip-up pocket clip
Deep carry pocket clip, right-hand tip-up only
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useEveryday carryRight or left hand use
Everyday carry (EDC)CollectorsUsers requiring a durable and refined folder
Not best for
Delicate or Food Prep TasksUltralight EDC
Those seeking a reversible pocket clipUsers wanting a hollow grind blade
Common praise
Strong and reliable AXIS lockAmbidextrous features including reversible clip and automatic openingComfortable textured gripGood blade steel with decent hardnessLightweight and balanced
Excellent edge retention and wear resistance due to M390 steelSmooth opening action with IKBS ball bearing pivotComfortable ergonomic olive wood handleSecure liner lockDeep carry clip for low profile pocket carryRobust, refined build quality comparable to high-end custom knivesExceptional value at its price point
Common complaints
Discontinued so availability is limitedPricey compared to some alternatives
Heavy compared to ultralight foldersNon-reversible pocket clip limits carry optionsLock disengagement area can feel awkwardSome wish for hollow grind blade instead of flat grind
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