Comparison Console
Benchmade Proper vs Spyderco UK Penknife
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco UK Penknife stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco UK Penknife stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Proper stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Proper stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco UK Penknife stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Proper stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco UK Penknife stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Proper stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco UK Penknife stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 3% 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$135
US$135
Weight
66 g (2.33 oz)Heaviest
63 g (2.22 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
72.6 mm (2.86 in)Shortest
75 mm (2.95 in)Longest
Overall length
170 mm (6.69 in)Shortest
175 mm (6.89 in)Longest
Closed length
95 mm (3.74 in)Shortest
100 mm (3.94 in)Longest
Blade thickness
2.3 mm (0.09 in)Thinnest
2.5 mm (0.10 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM-S30V or CPM-S90V stainless steel
CPM SPY27 stainless steel
Handle material
G10, Micarta, or Carbon Fiber
G-10 Laminate
Finish
Stonewash or satin finish
Satin-finished blade
Lock type
Slip joint
SlipIt (non-locking)
Opening method
Nail nick
One-handed opening via Spyderco Trademark Round Hole
Clip type
Unknown
Deep-pocket wire clip, reversible for ambidextrous tip-up carry
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryLightweight EDC tasksCollectors of traditional style knives
Everyday carryEDC
Not best for
Heavy-duty or hard use tasksTactical applications requiring a locking blade
Locking-blade knife usersLegal jurisdictions prohibiting locking blades
Common praise
High quality CPM-S30V or CPM-S90V blade steelLightweight and thin with excellent blade-to-handle ratioWell designed handle with good grip and ergonomicsDisassemblable with torx screws for maintenanceClassic and charming traditional knife aesthetics
Excellent edge retention and toughness thanks to CPM SPY27 steelLightweight and durable G-10 handleConvenient reversible pocket clip for ambidextrous tip-up carrySafe, legal non-locking slipjoint design with ambidextrous one-handed opening
Common complaints
Lacks a locking mechanism (non-locking slip joint)Price can be high compared to other traditional knivesSofter action compared to some slip jointsEdge can be slightly chip prone due to steel type
Not suitable for users preferring locking bladesLimited blade length (approximately 2.95 inches) for heavy-duty tasks