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Benchmade Griptilian 551 vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian

Benchmade Griptilian 551 ($165) vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian ($150) — 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 Mini Griptilian
Benchmade
Mini Griptilian
$150
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Spec-by-spec
SpecBenchmade Griptilian 551Benchmade Mini Griptilian
Price$165$150
Weight116g79.7g
Blade3.45" S30V2.91 in
LockAXIS lock (ambidextrous)—
HandleNoryl GTX—
OriginOregon City, OR USA—
Weight116g79.7g (Benchmade published)
OpeningStud + hole (ambi)—
Material—S30V blade, Glass-filled nylon 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 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. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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