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Benchmade Super Freek vs WE Knife Double Helix
EDC Knives comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
WE Knife Double Helix stands out as the shortest option for blade length, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Benchmade Super Freek stands out as the longest option for blade length, with about a 9% 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$325Most expensive
US$300Cheapest
Weight
121.9 g (4.30 oz)Lightest
129.57 g (4.57 oz)Heaviest
Dimensions
Blade length
91.4 mm (3.60 in)Longest
83.82 mm (3.30 in)Shortest
Overall length
214.9 mm (8.46 in)Longest
200.66 mm (7.90 in)Shortest
Closed length
123.4 mm (4.86 in)Longest
116.84 mm (4.60 in)Shortest
Blade thickness
2.9 mm (0.11 in)Thinnest
4.06 mm (0.16 in)Thickest
Materials & mechanism
Blade steel
CPM M4
CPM S35VN
Handle material
G-10 Laminate
Titanium
Finish
Cerakote coated
Two-tone stonewashed blade, tumbled titanium handle
Lock type
AXIS Lock/Crossbar Lock
Slide Lock (external titanium spring, patented)
Opening method
Thumb Stud
Thumb groove and pull on knobs on either side to flip open
Clip type
Split Arrow
Blasted titanium bent style pocket clip, tip-up, right carry
Use case profile
Best for
Every day carry (EDC)Hard use utility tasks
Everyday CarryEDCGentleman's knifeCollectors
Not best for
Professional/Office EnvironmentsWet or Marine EnvironmentsDelicate SlicingDeep Concealment
Heavy duty tasks requiring very ergonomic grip
Common praise
Durable materials and construction with G10 and CPM-M4 steelExcellent grip due to layered milled G10 handleStrong and tough blade suitable for hard useReliable AXIS Lock mechanismAmbidextrous tip-up pocket clip
Excellent fit and finishInnovative and reliable Slide Lock mechanismHigh-quality blade steel and grindingSecure pocket clipUnique and interesting design
Common complaints
Not Corrosion ResistanceBulky in PocketNon-Deep Carry Clip
Feels heavier than expected for sizeLock mechanism can be awkward or stiff for some usersSharp edges on handle and clip screws affect comfortDeployment takes practiceMay not be ergonomically comfortable for all hand sizes
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