Comparison Console
Benchmade PSK vs Spyderco Techno 2
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 35% gap from the closest alternative.
Spyderco Techno 2 stands out as the shortest option for overall length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade PSK stands out as the longest option for overall length, with about a 40% 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$400
US$400
Weight
150.95 g (5.32 oz)Heaviest
96.39 g (3.40 oz)Lightest
Dimensions
Blade length
88 mm (3.46 in)Longest
65 mm (2.56 in)Shortest
Overall length
213 mm (8.39 in)Longest
152 mm (5.98 in)Shortest
Closed length
126 mm (4.96 in)Longest
87 mm (3.43 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
3 mm (0.12 in)Thinnest
3.5 mm (0.14 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM MagnaCut
CTS-XHP
Handle material
G-10 or Carbon Fiber with G-10 bolsters
6AL-4V Titanium
Finish
Cerakote coating
Stonewash
Lock type
AXIS Assist
Frame Lock
Opening method
Spring-assisted opening with thumb-studs
Thumb Hole
Clip type
Reversible deep-carry pocket clip, tip-up, left or right hand
Reversible deep-pocket wire clip
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarrySurvivalBushcraftOutdoor UseCamping
Everyday CarryHeavy Duty Folding Knife Use
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
Excellent Build Quality And Edge RetentionVersatile And Compact DesignStrong And Reliable Frame LockAmbidextrous Carry Options
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
Unknown
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