Benchmade Bailout vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian
Benchmade Bailout ($350) vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian ($150) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Bailout | Benchmade Mini Griptilian |
| Price | $350 | $150 |
| Weight | 76.5g | 79.7g |
| Material | MagnaCut blade, 6061-T6 aluminum handle | S30V blade, Glass-filled nylon handle |
| Weight | 76.5g (Benchmade published) | 79.7g (Benchmade published) |
| Blade | 3.38 in | 2.91 in |
| Warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
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 Mini Griptilian
- Proven AXIS lock and ergonomics
- Handle shape suits most hand sizes
- Large aftermarket scale and part support
- Heavier than the Mini Bugout
- Nylon handle feels plain at $150
Benchmade Mini Griptilian is the better value at $150. If weight matters most, Benchmade Bailout carries lighter at 76.5g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.