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Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut vs Benchmade Bailout
Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut ($325) vs Benchmade Bailout ($350) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right tactical folder.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut | Benchmade Bailout |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $325 | $350 |
| Weight | 183g | 76.5g |
| Steel | CPM-MagnaCut | — |
| Blade | 3.82" drop point, Cerakote | 3.38 in |
| Lock | AXIS, ambidextrous | — |
| Scales | OD Green or Black G10 | — |
| Weight | 183g (6.45 oz) | 76.5g (Benchmade published) |
| Material | — | MagnaCut blade, 6061-T6 aluminum handle |
| Warranty | — | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut
- MagnaCut edge + corrosion resistance
- Overbuilt AXIS-lock chassis
- Straight or part-serrated options
- Lighter than earlier Adamas builds
- Still 183g in the pocket
- $325 flagship pricing
- Overkill for light-duty carry
Benchmade Bailout
- MagnaCut resists corrosion and holds an edge
- Thin aluminum handle carries flat
- Under 80 g with a 3.4 in blade
- $350 for this version
- Aluminum scales are less grippy than G10
Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut is the better value at $325. If weight matters most, Benchmade Bailout carries lighter at 76.5g. Both are part of our curated tactical folder index — tap through to check current pricing.
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