If youre a fan of the traditional thumb stud, then Benchmade is the way to go. At SHOT Show 2017 when Spyderco debuted the Spyderco Para 3, they almost immediately knew it would be a massive hit. The diamond-patterned texturing on the handle also feels reassuring in hand. And youll need a little practice to open/close them one-handed. The blade length on the 940 is 3.40 inches long, and the handle is 4.47 inches long, That brings the overall length on the Benchmade 940 to 7.87 inches long when the blade is fully locked out. Pros. What would you carry? First time posting here. It is created with a compression lock and weighs 3.75 oz. Both the brands use top-grade steel in their knives and you can rely on their quality in critical scenarios. Meanwhile, the blade length is 3.44 in and 3.24 in. The handle is one of the most important parts of a knife. Assuming the grind/stock on the mini bugout the same as the full size, it won't be as slicey as the chaparral and the handle will have some flex but it will be lighter and the axis lock is fun. However, even with the lower priced versions of the 940, the Paramilitary 2 is going to end up being the less expensive option. If you want something that looks and feels a little different without straying too far from the path then Spyderco might have what you want. Show Printable Version; 10-01-2022, 12:37 PM #11. guymontag. The traditional thumb-stud deployment of the Bugout works smoothly and you get the reliability of the Benchmade Axis lock system. This isnt necessarily a bad feature as theyre just as lightweight (often even lighter and slimmer than their Benchmade counterparts). It's way more ergonomic than the Bugout and I'd say roughly the same size/capabilities. Spyderco Delica VS Benchmade Bugout - YouTube I know this is a Spyderco forum but the Bugout and Para 3 LW are my most . Battle of the Lightweights: Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight vs Benchmade Bugout The 940 is smooth as silk. Now, take a look at the main differences in terms of knife quality. , . Weve looked at the most important and pressing differences between these fantastic brands so theres still more to dig into if you need to. You might need to spend a little time centering the blade, but you dont need to worry about too much up-down play on the blade (as with some Benchmade knives). What works best for you might be a total mismatch for me, so keep what youve learned over the years handy. Benchmade Bugout vs Bailout - Knivesandtools Its handle comes in different colors such as tan, blue, and black, allowing you to pick the color that meets your personality. Frankly, when your and your familys life depends on a piece of metal, we wouldnt advise you to pick cheap options. Blade shape is similar to the Bugout, but with a flipper and liner lock.