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Benchmade Mini Bugout vs Benchmade Mini Freek
Benchmade Mini Bugout ($175) vs Benchmade Mini Freek ($300) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right folding knife.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Benchmade Mini Bugout | Benchmade Mini Freek |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $175 | $300 |
| Weight | 42.5g | 80.8g |
| Material | S30V blade, Grivory handle | M4 blade, G10 handle |
| Weight | 42.5g (Benchmade published) | 80.8g (Benchmade published) |
| Blade | 2.82 in | 3 in |
| Warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
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 Mini Freek
- M4 steel is tough and wear resistant
- Compact 3 in blade with a full-size grip
- G10 handle
- M4 is not stainless and needs care
- $300
Benchmade Mini Bugout is the better value at $175. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.
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