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Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut vs Benchmade Mini Bugout
Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut ($325) vs Benchmade Mini Bugout ($175) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right tactical folder.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut | Benchmade Mini Bugout |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $325 | $175 |
| Weight | 183g | 42.5g |
| Steel | CPM-MagnaCut | — |
| Blade | 3.82" drop point, Cerakote | 2.82 in |
| Lock | AXIS, ambidextrous | — |
| Scales | OD Green or Black G10 | — |
| Weight | 183g (6.45 oz) | 42.5g (Benchmade published) |
| Material | — | S30V blade, Grivory 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 Mini Bugout
- Very light at 42.5 g
- AXIS lock is easy to use one-handed
- S30V blade in a small footprint
- $175 for a polymer handle
- Short blade for general cutting tasks
Benchmade Mini Bugout is the better value at $175. Both are part of our curated tactical folder index — tap through to check current pricing.
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