Benchmade Narrows vs Benchmade Mini Freek
Benchmade Narrows ($525) 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 Narrows | Benchmade Mini Freek |
| Price | $525 | $300 |
| Weight | 68.3g | 80.8g |
| Material | M390 blade, 6Al-4V titanium handle | M4 blade, G10 handle |
| Weight | 68.3g (Benchmade published) | 80.8g (Benchmade published) |
| Blade | 3.43 in | 3 in |
| Warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
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 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 Freek is the better value at $300. If weight matters most, Benchmade Narrows carries lighter at 68.3g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.