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Benchmade Griptilian 551 vs Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut
Benchmade Griptilian 551 ($165) vs Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut ($325) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Griptilian 551 | Benchmade Adamas MagnaCut |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $165 | $325 |
| Weight | 116g | 183g |
| Blade | 3.45" S30V | 3.82" drop point, Cerakote |
| Lock | AXIS lock (ambidextrous) | AXIS, ambidextrous |
| Handle | Noryl GTX | — |
| Origin | Oregon City, OR USA | — |
| Weight | 116g | 183g (6.45 oz) |
| Opening | Stud + hole (ambi) | — |
| Steel | — | CPM-MagnaCut |
| Scales | — | OD Green or Black G10 |
Pros & Cons
Benchmade Griptilian 551
- AXIS lock ambidextrous genius
- S30V solid everyday steel
- Made in Oregon USA
- One-hand opening both hands
- Lifetime warranty Benchmade
- $165 for a plastic handle
- Noryl GTX not sexy
- AXIS lock is more complex to maintain
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 Griptilian 551 is the better value at $165. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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