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Benchmade Griptilian 551 vs Benchmade Fixed Adamas

Benchmade Griptilian 551 ($165) vs Benchmade Fixed Adamas ($275) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.

Benchmade Griptilian 551
Benchmade
Griptilian 551
$165
Most Versatile EDC
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Benchmade Fixed Adamas
Benchmade
Fixed Adamas
$275
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Spec-by-spec
SpecBenchmade Griptilian 551Benchmade Fixed Adamas
Price$165$275
Weight116g160g
Blade3.45" S30V—
LockAXIS lock (ambidextrous)—
HandleNoryl GTX—
OriginOregon City, OR USA—
Weight116g160g (5.64 oz, Benchmade product page)
OpeningStud + hole (ambi)—
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 Fixed Adamas

  • Skeletonized handle
  • included paracord adds grip
  • $275 is premium pricing
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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