BEST KNIFE FOR WATER? | Benchmade Adira and Mini Adira Unboxing + Review

[@georgespicer907]

I got the Adira, and maybe the mini is different, but the grivory on Adira is solid. Not flexy or cheap feeling at all. I usually prefer G10 but here the grivory is better,

[@georgemoutafis4399]

Very thorough presentation. On thing I recommend Benchmade (and I hope someone from Benchmade reads this) is to offer both of these knives with a semi-serrated edge. For knives aiming at cutting wet rope this configuration is a must!!!

[@marmadukechuffnell4006]

Super helpful for the size comparisons alone. Many thanks! Can’t believe how huge the full-size is!

[@The45satisfaction]

Best review of the ADIRA on KZbin. Thank you. I ordered the full size version because I like bigger knives plus it’s super light

[@jonhill373]

I’ve had the mini grip as my edc for almost ten years. Time to upgrade, mini adira coming today. Little bit bigger and better steel, plus grip design is better too. I have the auto Triage as my go to larger knife, plus a plethora of other knives, but Benchmade are my go to. Thanks Benchmade for making great sturdy knives.

[@youknowwithMartyKauffman]

Yeah, I’ve really been thinking about picking up the mini Adira

[@ILLUDIUM_Q_36]

I'm going with the large. I love my large Crooked River. This knife also reminds me of the Benchmade Skirmish. Hopefully they'll come out with different scales to purchase.

[@TwoYubes-ri8wr]

I live less than a mile away from Benchmade…they USED to give 30% discount for military…dropped to 15% industry standard, but being able to go in and have anything done in minutes whether it’s sharpening an M4 or damasteel, or engraving, it takes minutes while I avoid trying to purchase another. If I lived next to some other top notch knife company, I’d probably be purchasing those. I’m an Oregonian and even though they originated in San Diego, they have been and Oregon company for some time. Convenience with great customer service is why I pay.

[@TMYTUTN38]

Just received the mini today so far so good. It’s a keeper!

[@MikeandIkes_EDC]

Great video, crispy as always!

[@PS-ye1vx]

would this be a better pick than the mini Adams, looking for a EDC to have but I'm still stuck with which one. Help please

[@arkansas_edc]

The Large Adira is on my need to acquire list. Hoping someone like Original Goat will be making scales for them, either way NEED!

[@tincansailor9437]

I see the Adira line as the answer for people who want Adamas dimensions but with a blade that can actually slice through something (thinner, no coating). Oh wait - that's me!

[@erictalkington5674]

Good review! I don't know why but I can't stop looking at these. They aren't the best looking but I like them! I thought I'd like the mini better, but seeing how large the full size is, I'd rather have the full! I think one reason I like then is because they remind me of like a water Griptillian and I LOVE the Griptillian. It's one of my favorite Benchmade knives. The blade looks real similar. I do love how they make full size and Mini versions of everything almost. I'm gonna have to get at least the large one of these at some point!

[@knifedaddy5791]

Thanks man, was gonna go with full size but now def the mini!

[@YPEDC]

I think that one of those would be a perfect summer knife for me. I live in an extremely humid state, and my second job is around water a lot. I think they’d be a great fit for my edc

[@Mike-mi3yw]

You should get a Spyderco manix 2 salt when they are available. But do your thing

[@YPEDC]

I thought about that, but I really like this version. I think Spyderco would do a better heat treatment on it, but I really like the look of this one.

[@Mike-mi3yw]

@@YPEDCI respect that. Do what makes you happy

[@scottaddison8071]

I just ordered the full size Adira and if I Like it, then I plan to order the fixed blade undercurrent water knife

[@Vader440]

Hey dude, for some reason the promo code doesn't work on the mini.

[@1977NOBODY]

I’m seriously thinking about getting one of these for my summer time edc…..I do a lot of outdoor stuff here in Cali,Mostly hiking and spending a lot time at different beaches👍🏻🙂Also have to make the choice of full size or mini.

[@Gaytanjeremy]

Can we carry the full size in cali? I thought 3.5 is limited for blade length since it's in the pocket or concealed.

[@gershin9253]

Been thinking about getting this at blade show this year but am leaning towards spyderco salt. I can’t decide lol

[@Mike-mi3yw]

There’s a dude on YT that tested them. All of the internals on the benchmade are not rustproof, if you are doing light use around a lake or something it should be fine. The Spyderco had zero rust on any component. Spyderco did tons or R&D to make sure every component was rust free. If your around the ocean id go Spyderco. If your taking it in salt water get the lc200N

[@zabper57]

Bought the knife. Right out of the box there is side to side blade play. Tightening the screw fixes it but can open and close it that smooth like in the video after tightening enough to get rid of the play. Not worth the price.

[@BC08]

🤷‍♂️ It’s a bronze/phos washer knife. So whoever assembled left it on the loose side. Snug of the pivot screw so there is no side to side play then use the knife for a couple weeks, repeat. Once it’s fully broken-in apply Loctite 290 (green medium strength, designed specifically for set screws) to the pivot screw and tighten to the point where side-to-side play eliminated and there is slight drag to the blade closing. Do NOT tune for free falling action at this point Allow the Loctite to cure 20-30 min min before fidgeting Once again in a week or two the blade action will loosen but it will more stable this time as the washers and liners have worn together. Now apply a lubricant like Benchmade Bluelube (or comparable) to the washers and enjoy glassy, fast action ALL cross-bar knives on washers will go through this to a degree. This really isn’t a Benchmade quality issue If out of the box action with zero side-to-side play is your criteria for “worth the price” never buy a knife on washers. Never All bronze/phos washer knives go through this, from Chris Reeves, to Spyderco, to Benchmade. Chris Reeves and Spyderco ALSO don’t develop that glassy smooth, fast action that people associate with them out of the box. That generally comes with age and use

[@hawleyfromhell]

That's benchmade 101. You'll figure it out.

[@Lotus_1776]

Would you get the adira or adamas

[@Arizona-Tactical]

I would go Adamas 1st and this 2nd but i have both i got a Adamas on my page if u want to check it out

[@Mike-mi3yw]

Spyderco salt series > benchmade whatever thing

[@BC08]

My Spyderco Salt 2 is trash

[@Mike-mi3yw]

@@BC08 you could explain……

[@BC08]

@@Mike-mi3yw It’s a POS? The model is C88PBBK2 and I’ve had it for a couple years Action is utterly atrocious, almost like an old Case. I have attempted to tune it out with zero success Blade doesn’t hold a edge for shit (H1) Lockback is just not ideal for fishing situations where I often need to close the knife when I have either bait, fish, line or hook, in the other hand. It works one handed sure but is 💩 compared to any Axis lock for quick, thoughtless one-handed use It’s in good shape, never left with salt water on it overnight. Still Looks new as it’s only been used on the boat and never daily carried (because it sucks)… I’ll sell it to you so I can get an Adira to replace it

[@Mike-mi3yw]

@@BC08 oh I would never buy that knife. H1 steel is the most corrosion resistant steel but it will never hold an edge. It’s useless without serrations, which most people don’t want. Any of the us made salt Versions sound like they would be more up your alley. I like the Japanese folders but a mid back lock isint for everyone.

[@BC08]

@@Mike-mi3yw The only one that appeals to me is the Manix 2 Salt in Magnacut. And I think I’d still take an Adira over it without a second thought

[@distilledfreedom1840]

Full size. Go big or go home.

[@dmelfa1]

I just got mine, all the packaging feels very premium but I’m totally underwhelmed with the quality and build of the handle, if feels plasticky, has flex in it, and the inside edges of the handle feel sharp ish, not a good finish at all. I have about a dozen different Benchmade and like them all, this one however, not happy with my purchase.

[@gasparortega8838]

The blade reminds of the Benchmade Turret

[@westondavis9626]

Honestly just go with Spyderco’s salt series. LC200N or MagnaCut for a better price on a better quality knife.

[@garyvanleeuwen-bc1hg]

Agreed

[@Joe-om8rr]

Spyderco salt PM2 is $236 and the mini Adira (similar blade length) is $230 🤔

[@westondavis9626]

@@Joe-om8rrthere’s the native, para 3 lw, and the series with endura and endela. Lots of better options. And even then, you’re getting better quality with a little bit more for the PM2 in magnacut and G10 handles. Everyone knows Spyderco’s heat treatment is better than Benchmades too.

[@Joe-om8rr]

@@westondavis9626 well if everyone knows…

[@jordy703]

Plus no worries for breaking omega springs.. got the manix 2 salt magnacut and believe me it’s great.

[@hawleyfromhell]

This whole "these are for use around the water" thing has gotten out of hand already. Sounds like an Ad. Corrosion resistant steel, that's all. These are nice for sure but nothing different here than say the Deka or other magnacut/grivory knives. Congrats BM for finally getting on the MagnaCut train. If I see another video that says these knives are great when I'm boating or on the water!...

[@Edgekeeper747]

Benchmade has gotten out of hand with their pricing. No thanks

[@Arizona-Tactical]

I got mine for $180 full size thats not a bad price

[@noahchristopher7461]

@@Arizona-Tactical where did you get your knife from?

[@Arizona-Tactical]

And i love this knife i carry it daily and i have over 25 Benchmade’s

[@johnkeck1025]

My dyslexia miss read that name as benchmade diarrhea 😅

[@scottaddison8071]

I Love my Adira & my Undercurrent

[@tanseerimpex3334]

❤❤

[@petrkarv]

$200+ for the blade and the rest for the plastic handle.

[@erikgutierres6659]

What. No serrations!!!

[@NG_Ark]

Benchmade is like if Chick Fil A decided to start selling their sandwiches for $100 a piece. Good but nah, I’ll go to Chipotle.

[@ElectroBladeEDC]

😂

[@BC08]

Nah, Benchmade is more like Apple or Toyota than anything. There is definitely a brand upcharge - you pay a lot upfront for the product (comparatively) but you DO benefit from intangibles. - Incredibly strong resell market, it’s easy to sell Benchmade you decide you don’t need or don’t really like - Low depreciation compared to other production brands - Incredibly strong aftermarket - Excellent customer support/warranty - Excellent dealer network Benchmade has become popular to hate among the knife-geek crowd but I find many of the complaints often don’t take the full picture into account thus leaving the “haters” pretty toothless at this point

[@GolAcheron-fc4ug]

Chipotle is overpriced too tho lol

[@TwoYubes-ri8wr]

@@NG_Ark Bahahahahahahaha!!!!!!!

[@recklessthor4]

@@NG_Ark Chick fil a is pregidous, is Benchmade?

[@rickymaravilla891]

Nope i don't want it because it doesn't come in there Pouch i like the pouch that benchmade knives

[@itstimetoski1950]

1st

[@brockjones916]

You were second actually lol

[@MichaelKlesyk]

The knife feels so cheap in the hand. Also the designs inside fold isn't smooth so it'll catch debris and fish guts. Other than that it's fantastic.

[@Huey4214]

Hogue Deka , Hogue Ritter RSK and Spyderco salt in M/C steel are all better knives IMO and less money to boot.

[@ElectroBladeEDC]

Time for a swim

[@jgranger2002]

Benchmade will most definitely put an uneven 100-grit dull edge on your knife absolutely free.

[@bradycarlock6824]

Trash get a Spyderco salt series.

[@Anotherfloydinthewall]

Never will buy another garbage knife like that again.

[@tanseerimpex3334]

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