Benchmade SlipRidge vs Benchmade Mini Freek
Benchmade SlipRidge ($300) 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 SlipRidge | Benchmade Mini Freek |
| Price | $300 | $300 |
| Weight | 105.97g | 80.8g |
| Weight | 105.97g (Benchmade, 3.738 oz) | 80.8g (Benchmade published) |
| Blade | MagnaCut, modified clip-point | 3 in |
| Handle | Wood (15090) | — |
| Material | — | M4 blade, G10 handle |
| Warranty | — | Free sharpening, lifetime warranty |
Pros & Cons
Benchmade SlipRidge
- MagnaCut blade steel
- Wood handle
- Benchmade build quality
- $300
- 105.97g is on the heavier side
- Wood handles need some care
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 SlipRidge is the better value at $300. If weight matters most, Benchmade Mini Freek carries lighter at 80.8g. Both are part of our curated folding knife index — tap through to check current pricing.