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Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter vs Benchmade Narrows
Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter ($160) vs Benchmade Narrows ($525) — 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 Narrows |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $160 | $525 |
| Weight | 78g | 68.3g |
| Blade Steel | S30V | — |
| Blade Length | 2.79" | — |
| Handle | Stabilized Wood | — |
| Construction | Fixed Blade | — |
| Weight | 2.76 oz | 68.3g (Benchmade published) |
| Sheath | Leather | — |
| Material | — | M390 blade, 6Al-4V titanium handle |
| Blade | — | 3.43 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 Narrows
- Titanium handle at 68.3 g
- M390 holds an edge well
- Thin and flat in the pocket
- $525 is a large outlay
- Titanium scales can scratch with daily use
Benchmade Hidden Canyon Hunter is the better value at $160. If weight matters most, Benchmade Narrows carries lighter at 68.3g. Both are part of our curated fixed blade index — tap through to check current pricing.
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