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Benchmade Griptilian 551 vs Benchmade Mini Bugout
Benchmade Griptilian 551 ($165) vs Benchmade Mini Bugout ($175) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Griptilian 551 | Benchmade Mini Bugout |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $165 | $175 |
| Weight | 116g | 42.5g |
| Blade | 3.45" S30V | 2.82 in |
| Lock | AXIS lock (ambidextrous) | — |
| Handle | Noryl GTX | — |
| Origin | Oregon City, OR USA | — |
| Weight | 116g | 42.5g (Benchmade published) |
| Opening | Stud + hole (ambi) | — |
| Material | — | S30V blade, Grivory 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 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 Griptilian 551 is the better value at $165. If weight matters most, Benchmade Mini Bugout carries lighter at 42.5g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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