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Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian
Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter ($160) vs Benchmade Mini Griptilian ($150) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right fixed blade.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter | Benchmade Mini Griptilian |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $160 | $150 |
| Weight | 78g | 79.7g |
| Blade Steel | S30V | — |
| Blade Length | 2.79" | — |
| Handle | Stabilized Wood | — |
| Construction | Fixed Blade | — |
| Weight | 2.76 oz | 79.7g (Benchmade published) |
| Sheath | Leather | — |
| Material | — | S30V blade, Glass-filled nylon handle |
| Blade | — | 2.91 in |
| Warranty | — | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter
- Fixed blade reliability with EDC-friendly size
- S30V steel with excellent edge retention
- Stabilized wood handle is beautiful and functional
- Fixed blade requires sheath — adds bulk
- Limited utility compared to folding design
- $160 for a small fixed blade is premium
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. If weight matters most, Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter carries lighter at 78g. Both are part of our curated fixed blade index — tap through to check current pricing.
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