Which Benchmade?

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Griptillian, 940, or Bugout for a good edc and why? Already have a Grip, but possibly adding another one.
 
I like the design of the 940 best, but it's primary grind is a bit steep. Bugout is definitely the best slicer, and would be my choice if you include g10, cf, or aluminum scales.
 
I’m going to say 273 mini-adamas. Bugout is a good slicer and I REALLY want to like it but the handle is just too darn thin for my taste. That said, it’s hard to go wrong with a grip or the 940. I have a grip and love it, but my mini-adamas gets much more pocket time and use. YMMV

Have fun with your decision making process. Or…buy them all!
 
I do like the Griptilian. But since you already have one, why not try one of the other two?

And let me just say that for the money you’re going to spend on a BM , maybe you should look into another brand where you could get more bang for your buck. Spyderco and Hogue come to mind.
 
I sure love my Bugout. It's kind of an acquired taste though that works well if you already have a lot of other knives. It's nice because it's super thin and lightweight, you hardly know it's in your pocket. However if I only had two knives or so I'd get something else because of it's plastic scales. There's definitely a lot of other knives where you get better materials and better fit and finish for your money, yet the Bugout serves the purpose of being a very lightweight backpacking (or what not) knife.
 
Truly no wrong.choice here. Bugout for lightweight edc, 940 for fancier times.
 
LimpCroissant said:
I sure love my Bugout. It's kind of an acquired taste though that works well if you already have a lot of other knives. It's nice because it's super thin and lightweight, you hardly know it's in your pocket. However if I only had two knives or so I'd get something else because of it's plastic scales. There's definitely a lot of other knives where you get better materials and better fit and finish for your money, yet the Bugout serves the purpose of being a very lightweight backpacking (or what not) knife.
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Bugout scales are made from a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic called Grivory, very tough stuff. The custom alternatives may be more attractive, although I doubt they are any more practical or durable.
 
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Alberta Ed said:
Bugout scales are made from a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic called Grivory, very tough stuff. The custom alternatives may be more attractive, although I doubt they are any more practical or durable.
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Yup, I know it's tough stuff. I really like mine. I planned to get some aftermarket scales before buying it, but I think I'm going to keep them actually because it's super lightweight and makes it easier to use hard. Plus, like you said, I don't think putting different scales on it would make it work better for me at all in a practical sense. I grivory on the Grips works really well too. I just was saying that if the OP didn't already have a knife or two in a "cooler" scale material, and only planned to buy one more knife, they might feel kind of underwhelmed and always wonder what a knife with titanium, carbon fiber, micarta or what not felt like. But if you've already got that curiousity fulfilled or are just a very practical man and like the grivory, then even better.🤙
 
You can't go wrong with any of the three, just depends what you want. The Bugout for an ultralight slicer. The Grip for lowest cost and a utilitarian all arounder. The 940 is a perfect blend of slim easy carry but a stout construction and robust blade but not the sliciest. I have multiples of these knives and love them all.
 
Griptilian. It's a work knife. But as mentioned the Hogues are terrific.
I have no idea why the bugout is so popular.
The 940 is a slick design, but too thin in the hand for hard work and leverage.
 
Wolverine666 said:
I do like the Griptilian. But since you already have one, why not try one of the other two?

And let me just say that for the money you’re going to spend on a BM , maybe you should look into another brand where you could get more bang for your buck. Spyderco and Hogue come to mind.
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What Spyderco has more bang for buck than a bug?
 
DMG said:
What Spyderco has more bang for buck than a bug?
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The Manix2. It has G10 , stainless liners and S30V for $138. Plus it’s bigger and more robust. More knife for the money.

Then there’s the Manix2 lightweight for @ $116 with BD1.

And there’s the family of Natives. Standard lightweight with S30V is @ $120.

There ya go.
 
I have a 940-1 and it is a lovely knife, but it seems a bit aggressive looking for an EDC for my lifestyle. If it won't throw up red flares where you work, shop and live the 940 is great. However I also agree that a Hogue Deka drop point is more practical for me (or benchmade mini Presidio II). I haven't handled any of the newer bugouts, but the nylon grip without a full liner is a no-go for me. The size, weight and slicyness of the bugout are great for suburban living, but I really want a handle that doesn't flex.

You didn't ask, but I find the osborne mini too small.
 
Wolverine666 said:
The Manix2. It has G10 , stainless liners and S30V for $138. Plus it’s bigger and more robust. More knife for the money.

Then there’s the Manix2 lightweight for @ $116 with BD1.

And there’s the family of Natives. Standard lightweight with S30V is @ $120.

There ya go.
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I have owned all of these. The Manix series is huge in the pocket and the non LW is heavy.

The Manix competes with the Griptillian which is significantly less expensive than either.

The Manix LW in the same steel is about the same price. And crappy pinned together construction

The Native has about 2 inches of useable blade.


I am waiting (and waiting) for a Magnacut Deka to see how that compares.
 
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