Five Lightweight Knives I'd Take Over the Benchmade Bugout

Published on April 17, 2025
Duration: 10:02

This video reviews five lightweight knife alternatives to the Benchmade Bugout, focusing on knives weighing under 2 ounces that are suitable for rucking, hiking, and backpacking. The presenter emphasizes value, durability, and ease of sharpening, offering options from CRKT, Benchmade, Gerber, and Three Rivers Manufacturing. The goal is to find knives that offer superior feel, value, or performance compared to the increasingly expensive Benchmade Bugout.

Quick Summary

When choosing a lightweight knife for outdoor activities, prioritize models under 2 ounces that are easy to sharpen, have a good warranty, and feature reliable locking mechanisms. Alternatives like the CRKT Pup (1.2 oz, $40) or Gerber LST Ultra (1.39 oz, $40) offer superior value and weight compared to the increasingly expensive Benchmade Bugout.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Bugout Alternatives
  2. 00:42CRKT Q Compact Liner Lock
  3. 03:07Benchmade Mini Osborne 945BK
  4. 04:44Gerber LST Ultra
  5. 06:39Three Rivers Manufacturing Nerd
  6. 07:43CRKT Pup Liner Lock
  7. 08:41Honorable Mention: Tactile Knife
  8. 09:32Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key criteria for selecting a lightweight knife for outdoor activities?

A good lightweight knife for activities like rucking, hiking, or backpacking should weigh less than 2 ounces, be easy to sharpen, possess a reliable warranty, and feature a durable, non-gimmicky locking mechanism for field use.

How does the Benchmade Bugout's price and weight compare to its alternatives?

The Benchmade Bugout, originally around $127-$140, now has an MSRP of $180. While lightweight at 1.87 oz (or 1.5 oz for the mini), its increasing cost makes alternatives like the CRKT Pup (1.2 oz, $40) or Gerber LST Ultra (1.39 oz, $40) more appealing for value.

Which lightweight knives are recommended as alternatives to the Benchmade Bugout?

Recommended alternatives include the CRKT Q compact liner lock (1.99 oz), Benchmade Mini Osborne 945BK (1.99 oz), Gerber LST Ultra (1.39 oz), Three Rivers Manufacturing Nerd (1.84 oz), and CRKT Pup (1.2 oz), all weighing under 2 ounces.

What are the advantages of the CRKT Pup over other lightweight knives?

The CRKT Pup stands out as an extreme slimweight monster at only 1.2 ounces. It offers excellent value at around $40, features a Richard Rogers design with a flipper and liner lock, and is praised for its looks and functionality.

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