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Benchmade PSK vs Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Benchmade PSK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Benchmade PSK stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Chris Reeve Knives Umnumzaan Drop Point stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 6% 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$400Cheapest
US$500Most expensive
Weight
150.95 g (5.32 oz)Heaviest
141.75 g (5.00 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Shortest
93.35 mm (3.68 in)Longest
Overall length
213 mm (8.39 in)Shortest
214.63 mm (8.45 in)Longest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
121.16 mm (4.77 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.56 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
CPM MagnaCut
Handle material
G-10 or Carbon Fiber with G-10 bolsters
6AL4V Titanium
Finish
Cerakote coating
Stonewashed or Sandblasted Titanium
Lock type
AXIS Assist
Frame lock (Reeve Integral Lock with ceramic ball interface)
Opening method
Spring-assisted opening with thumb-studs
Thumb Stud
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip, tip-up, left or right hand
Removable pocket clip mounted at the butt end
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarrySurvivalBushcraftOutdoor UseCamping
Everyday carryTacticalField useHeavy-duty folding knife tasks
Not best for
Heavy chopping or log-splittingVery small-hand use
Unknown
Common praise
Strong, corrosion-resistant MagnaCut steel blade with excellent edge retentionRobust AXIS Assist locking mechanism with spring-assisted openingFull steel liners and G-10 or carbon fiber handle scales provide strength and gripIncludes ferro rod striking choil for fire startingLifetime warranty and LifeSharp maintenance service
Robust integral lock with ceramic ball interface for solid and consistent lock-upStrong, high-quality CPM MagnaCut steel blade with excellent edge retentionDurable 6AL4V titanium handle with sandblasted or stonewashed finish optionsSmooth, reliable opening with thumb stud and ambidextrous shock absorber o-ringWell-balanced and ergonomic design with pocket clip
Common complaints
Two-hand closure may be inconvenient for some usersBlade thickness and assisted mechanism may not excel in hard-use tasks like log-splittingSize and weight may be too large for small hands
Limited availability and high price pointNo direct fixed blade equivalent despite fixed blade strength claimSome users may prefer other blade styles or handle finishes
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