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Benchmade Griptilian 551 vs Benchmade Bailout
Benchmade Griptilian 551 ($165) vs Benchmade Bailout ($350) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Griptilian 551 | Benchmade Bailout |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $165 | $350 |
| Weight | 116g | 76.5g |
| Blade | 3.45" S30V | 3.38 in |
| Lock | AXIS lock (ambidextrous) | — |
| Handle | Noryl GTX | — |
| Origin | Oregon City, OR USA | — |
| Weight | 116g | 76.5g (Benchmade published) |
| Opening | Stud + hole (ambi) | — |
| Material | — | MagnaCut blade, 6061-T6 aluminum handle |
| Warranty | — | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
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 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 Griptilian 551 is the better value at $165. 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.
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