Is the Benchmade Mini Adamas Actually a Good EDC Option?

[@03_austindrake88]

It sure seems like Benchmade has hit a home run with the Mini Adamas. It's such a great edc size and still extremely strong like the full size. Great video once again Triple E.

[@TripleEEDC]

Thank you!

[@hunterbemboom318]

Great video! I love the design of the Adamas. If I had a dollar for how many times I went into stores and held the regular size and never pulled the trigger on purchasing. I would always say “if only they made a mini it would be the best hard use EDC for me”. I even went as far as sending benchmade an email a few years back asking for this knife. Finally, got mine today and it couldn’t be more perfect. Size, weight, overall feel, they just nailed it. Again, best hard use EDC IMO.

[@ironman2326]

My wife got me the limited edition mini adamas with the burgundy handle. Beautiful knife! I love it!

[@TripleEEDC]

I have the same one now! I like the Micarta better than the G10.

[@bmg5015]

You hit the nail on the head when you said about people buying the mini and it will interest them into buying the full size. I just got the mini and already love it so much I just pre-ordered the full size lol.

[@TripleEEDC]

I ordered one too. 😀

[@realfubar6238]

@@TripleEEDC I did the same thing, the mini rocks as the edc but the new full size adamas is a beefy knife, I just ordered the 980 turret after watching the two vids you made about it last year.

[@TripleEEDC]

@@realfubar6238 the 980 is a great size. It’s a tank but small enough that you can still easily carry it. I had to cut some drywall yesterday and the Turret was an easy choice for the task. Enjoy it!

[@realfubar6238]

Triple E EDC just received the 980 turret more edc friendly than the full size 275 fde adamas. Full size adamas has a smoother action than the turret I like both I’ll keep both. I’ll carry the full size adamas im the pouch on hikes on my belt. I dig the blade profile on the turret. Thanks for the reviews and vids.

[@TripleEEDC]

@@realfubar6238 glad to hear it. Enjoy them!

[@3wheelmannc860]

That mini in od green with FDE blade is fantastic.

[@Tedlindsay7Pointerdog]

I love my Mini Adamas it’s a tank! You can beat the shit out of it! Holds a edge well easy enough to sharpen and for my hand it’s the perfect size! I love this knife and it’s in the EDC rotation.

[@pateralus9]

I just won one of these in black, gets here in a couple days. Never owned one before so I'm looking forward to checking it out. It looks strong for its size, & comfortable to grip. I love that BM went with Cru-Wear on a production model. Although I've had this steel in the past, I never got to really use it before deciding to sell those knives.

[@j.savage1228]

I picked up the black/tungsten one today and it's an incredible knife. Enjoy!

[@zachhensel8722]

Bro your youtube channel is super underrated

[@TripleEEDC]

Thank you! I really appreciate you saying that!

[@jamielafontaine4291]

This man is asking the important questions in life. Bless.

[@kaptainkrispy5186]

Bless bless.

[@thomaswalsh5097]

You are on the money with your review.....I was surprised how the QC was in this knife. A+

[@TripleEEDC]

Their QC has been great over the last 1-2 years. Much better than several years ago.

[@stevelink3]

Thanks for this excellent video, Triple E!!!! I've always admired the Adamas family's ergonomics and toughness. I have the Mini Freek with M4 and Multicolored G10 scales, and was wondering what your thoughts are comparing these two knives in terms of robustness and ergos (not extreme use but for general EDC tasks).

[@dustinwhitt5297]

This is easily one of my favorites. Use it everyday at work as my hard use edc knife

[@stephenswindle3839]

I have the black mini Adamas w/mini deep carry clip and you can’t ask for a better EDC Tactical/cutting tool. And with the tungsten Cerekote blade finish it was absolutely razor sharp right out of the box!!😳🤫🤫

[@KSTrekker]

Just got mine and absolutely love it! It will probably replace my Bugout as my new EDC knife.

[@garrettferrell6821]

I personally love my Mini Adamas but I definitely like my M4 Freek better..the main reason I bought the Mini Adamas is because I thought the handle on the full-size Adamas looked too bulky to comfortably EDC but after getting the Mini Adamas I can help but wonder if my eyes were playing tricks on me

[@TripleEEDC]

I agree the Super Freek is a better edc. I have both versions of the full size Adamas (auto and manual) and the mini Adamas. The handle on the mini Adamas is indeed slimmer than the full size. The full size is definitely bulkier. The Cruwear Adamases were redesigned to have slimmer, less bulky handles. That means the D2 versions that were discontinued were even bulkier than the current modes which are bulkier than the mini Adamas.

[@garrettferrell6821]

Triple E EDC yeah,I kinda wish I would’ve went with that full-size Cruwear Adamas..I love my Mini Adamas but I wish the blade was a bit thinner..I need to get the new Fact,Adamas or Presidio 2 autos.I love the fact that they open with the axis lock instead of a button.as a lefty that is very important as it makes them ambidextrous.I love automatic knives but for us lefties,we have an extremely limited number of autos to choose from.I have a few right handed autos and though they are perfectly useable,it’s pretty awkward to have to push the button on the other side with your finger instead of your thumb as they were meant for.I own 3 right handed side folding autos 1)a AUS-8 Boker Kalashnikov which I bought around 10 years ago,it was my first auto..2)a CTS-XHP Boker Kalashnikov,I bought it because it was only $60 and that’s a great price for a knife in CTS-XHP..3)a LC200N Spyderco Autonomy 2..with that being said,I have no intentions on buying anymore right handed autos which pretty much leaves me with a few different Pro-Tech models and these new ambidextrous Benchmade autos

[@garrettferrell6821]

Triple E EDC that’s one thing I really like about OTFs,most of them are ambidextrous

[@damienhughes7228]

Id definitely like to try the regular sized version.

[@dn2610]

Excellent review! Had my full size Adamas for a almost two months now in FDE and love it. I'm considering getting the mini also in FDE. Keep the reviews coming brother!

[@damienhughes7228]

Very good points. The new adamas has me interested. Haven’t had a benchmade in a few years. Great video!!! I do want to say that from that angle and point of view it is slightly difficult to determine the differences in the size comparison portion of the video.

[@TripleEEDC]

I plan to get an overhead setup sometime soon so hopefully that will help.

[@damienhughes7228]

@@TripleEEDC right on. I enjoy ur videos and opinions. That would make them even better!!!

[@chrisspanks7750]

I like em...don't understand why Benchmade doesn't offer CF or titanium knives more..would be sick in one of those. Thanks man

[@TripleEEDC]

They do offer CF and titanium but it’s not on very many knives.

[@krefcenz]

New subscriber. Great video. I like your review structure. Complete and concise. A rarity in the age of verbose knife reviews.

[@TripleEEDC]

Thank you!

[@timbo4374]

Because I'm a huge Cruwear fan, I'm considering buying one, but I think I'll wait until I see if there's any complaints about it's performance. Their past performance when introducing a steel they've never used before is not stellar. That 3V fiasco is still fresh in my memory. Hopefully, they do a proper ht, and not go for that "lower hrc makes it tougher" crap they pulled on the first round of the Bailout.This full size one is to big for general edc carry, but this version definitely has my interest.

[@normal1972]

Benchmade is claiming 63-65 hrc. It would be nice to see that confirmed of course, but if it is true that is great. Hopefully they learned from the 3v. I am still on the fence on this one myself.

[@TripleEEDC]

I hope they learned from that as well. I think they did.

[@jeremyspaulding7735]

Definitely like the looks of the adamas. I also like the addition of cruwear. Great video 👍

[@TripleEEDC]

Thanks!

[@sheltermonkey6065]

The size comparisons are almost useless because of the perspective distortion from the tilted camera. The Mini and full-size are really good looking. I've never held them, but it looks like they should have excellent ergonomics. The placement of the thumb ramp looks just right. I just wish the handles were a bit thinner for easier carrying.

[@TripleEEDC]

I am not in love with the placement of the thumb ramp. I do agree that perspective distortion is an issue with my setup. I am trying to figure out a solution given where I have to film in my house but hopefully I can solve it soon. That’s why I try to point out which is bigger and smaller instead of just showing.

[@sheltermonkey6065]

@@TripleEEDC I'm using a cheapo mic stand with a boom and a phone holder by Joby.

[@TripleEEDC]

@@sheltermonkey6065 Thanks! I can’t have a permanent setup at the moment due to construction. I’ll look into a boom mic stand as soon as the construction is finished.

[@batman19763]

Thanks for review waiting for the black one out of stock in smkw

[@TripleEEDC]

It is in stock at DLT right now at this link: dlt.link/2VG6M4L

[@batman19763]

@@TripleEEDC just ordered this color couldn't wait lol

[@ikon-wi1tn]

Looks great. One of the few 🦋’s I would consider buying.

[@Didier090765]

I never really considered the full-size Adamas because for me it's way too big as an edc, but the same features on a smaller scale? I'm in!

[@ThomasConnolly]

I also really like how Benchmade decided to make/offer the Mini Adamas in a color scheme other than just an all blacked-out tactical version!!! I just wish that the coating on the blade would have been DLC(Diamond-like-Carbon) instead of Cerakote, that way it would wear better over time.

[@TripleEEDC]

I agree

[@muffemod]

No way! Cerakote rocks just the same as DLC. Besides the thing about applied coatings is that they can be reapplied ^_~

[@TripleEEDC]

Cerakote does not perform the same as DLC. I do like cerakote but it doesn’t perform the same. See this video with head-to-head testing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWfGfJ2Yebmijrc

[@Swearengen1980]

​@@TripleEEDC That testing looks to be pretty negligible and not really in areas that are concerning. The DLC has less scuffing after a lot of use, but that's purely a personal preference and not a matter of "performance". Personally, I don't care if my knife looks like it actually gets used - because it does. To me, a knife always looking brand new is like me seeing these city boys with lifted 4x4's who've never even driven on a dirt road or towed a trailer.

[@thehairywoodsman5644]

i carried the Adamas everyday for a couple years , now i carry a presido2 or an xl cold steel recon 1 . i don't mind big knives , but i like the mini adamas !

[@JR-5465]

I have it preordered i got something in my email yesterday so i think its on the way looks nice i went with OD green also..

[@XFS540]

I actually ordered the mini deep carry clip for this knife. I think it will be much more practical.

[@carknelson5895]

I will most likely own one sometime soon.

[@rodneypearson6986]

I'm really liking the mini mine had a good working edge on both when I received them after some use a strop had the first pro hair popping sharp again best thing since the mini crooked river for me. Great vid

[@evanb123]

First time watcher... subscribed 👍🏻 Let us know how that Bugout clip works

[@TripleEEDC]

Will do. I may try swapping them out tonight.

[@JODAORTA]

Hey do you think the version you have, OD/FDE cerakote is smoother texture blade compared to the black/grey cerakote blade? From the pics and vids it looks like the grey cerakote is rougher

[@TripleEEDC]

I haven’t handled the gray one but it looks to be the same gray cerakote that they used on the bailout and Contego. I have owned both of those and they are both a rough cerakote. The fde cerakote is smoother. You have a great eye!

[@CertifiedSunset]

Isn't the Adamas shelved now? Didn't they stop making them, or is it just the full sized ones that aren't being made anymore?

[@UR_Excluded]

You are 100% correct. The mini is the gateway drug. I just got it and it reminds me of a small steel gun. The clicks, firmness, and heft. The solid lockup. Especially the black with tungsten color blade. And I had to hold back from immediately buying the full size. The weight feels more than the specs list. It feels like a half pound to me somehow.

[@rayjrdibenedetto867]

Good morning. I enjoyed your video. I was wondering what scales are on your Griptilon? Not sure i spelled that right-sorry if I didn’t. That was my first Benchmade- i also have the mini- but i do not like the plastic feel of the stock scales!!! Are they hard to change? Thank you for any information and have a good day

[@TripleEEDC]

The Griptilian was a DLT Exclusive. The scales are actually factory scales from Benchmade. Would you like a recommendation on aftermarket scales? I do have a video on how to change the scales on an axis lock knife. It is actually a little difficult to do but I show a trick in the video on how to do it. I used a Bugout in the video but disassembly and reassembly of the Griptilian is almost exactly the same.

[@rayjrdibenedetto867]

@@TripleEEDC Hi. Thank you for getting back to me-yes i would like to watch that! Can’t wait

[@rayjrdibenedetto867]

@@TripleEEDC Good morning and would like to see that video. Thank you and have a good day

[@jeffcitypup]

Anyone that’s got the new mini adamas. How is and will that cerakote coating hold up?

[@TripleEEDC]

Mine is holding up well so far but judging by how some full size adamases look after years of use, the cerakote will wear away eventually.

[@budaflash]

Diggin mine. Which clip did you go with?

[@MrTJohnston]

Ordered this exact model last night from blade hq

[@TripleEEDC]

Let me know how you like it!

[@stephenswindle3839]

All I do get the BM mini deep carry clip it’s my go to clip when I want something shorter on bigger EDC Benchmade knife!! #benchmade😝

[@BParker55]

I get what you're saying with the clip and indexing holes but I'd want my clip to be able to hold throw two molle webbings not just one to keep it from flopping around.

[@TripleEEDC]

Good point

[@ServiceAceStud]

I feel like it should compare well against the manix.

[@rjo8500]

I have this mini Adamas, a Manix 2, PM2 and a Hogue Sig K320 and they all carry in the pocket very similar and comfortable.

[@CertifiedSunset]

I'm actually between the Super Freek and the Mini Adamas, any suggestions? Pros? Cons?

[@slkknifelover]

Buy both! Lol

[@CertifiedSunset]

@@slkknifelover I didn't have the money, but I ended up with the full size adamas before they sold out again! I love it!

[@ianleicester7066]

hey buddy , i've never been a benchmade fan but , i owned the super freek m4 ...very nice... but still sold it , is the mini adamas as good a slicer as the super freek ? everyone i hear says it's very thick behind the edge ? i want to grab one but if it is not as good as the super freek then i will pass , hope you can advise 👊👊

[@TripleEEDC]

Did a search and found the comment I missed. Mini Adamas does not slice as well as the super Freek. If you were asking me which of the two to get, I would say the super Freek if you could only have one

[@fletcherbrown728]

Excellent review except for: camera placement when conspiring sizes appears to significantly distort relative sizes. Makes the Para 2 look enormous against the Mini Adana’s so the size comparisons are no value except for the dialogue. Maybe a straight down perspective would enhance the reality.

[@TripleEEDC]

I would love to do that but don’t have a dedicated space for recording videos. Maybe one day…

[@fletcherbrown728]

@@TripleEEDC Thanks for the reply. Just purchased the Mini Adams (I am American stuck in china now so very few purchases options). Looking forward to more of your reviews - nice style

[@scotmetcalf2745]

The clip is only thing so far I don’t like on mine! Yep see you feeling same great review and I bought because of Cruwear if it’d been M4 I would have passed

[@TexasBuyer2001]

Nice collection.

[@michaelfowlkes4729]

I put the bugout clip on mine

[@imrankhawaja410]

Great content! You just made me buy one. My wife hates you lol.

[@mattconklin4026]

To tactical for me but slick looking knife

[@mattconklin4026]

I just received the 9400 satin blade! I'm super tickled with it

[@MyAb111]

I love the knife. I just don’t like the holes tbh.

[@TripleEEDC]

Shia LeBouf likes the holes

[@TripleEEDC]

On a serious note though the holes are there to both lighten the knife since it’s got full liners which make it heavy and to provide indexing points for flipping the knife without looking in an emergency situation.

[@jerryknight257]

Just the opposite, started with the full size, then got the mini.

[@butterbeans898]

Love it

[@gobot90]

Do military guys train in knife fighting these days? If so, I can’t imagine them using a folding knife, esp one from Benchmade, whose QC is notoriously awful....

[@TripleEEDC]

Benchmade’s QC was terrible 5 years ago but their QC has been miles better in recent years. I honestly don’t see much of a difference in the level of QC from Spyderco (whose reputation is good QC) to Benchmade (whose past reputation is bad QC). As for fighting, I don’t know what military guys train with these days. I would definitely recommend a fixed blade for military over a folding knife but plenty of military guys have used the full size Adamas for years.

[@gobot90]

@@TripleEEDC Idk why I never looked it up cause I’ve wondered abt this a long time but apparently only the Marines still train in knife fighting, and they favor fixed blades for that purpose (makes sense). But yeah in terms of an all around utility blade that can serve well in both roles, your point abt the Mini definitely tracks! (Personally I hope I don’t ever need anything more robust than a mini Bugout lmao)

[@slkknifelover]

Benchmade quality has went up dramatically as of late! Thankfully

[@gobot90]

@@slkknifelover Ok I swear I’m telling the truth: I just got a mini Adamas, probably the 15th or 20th Benchmade I’ve had. It was off center with blade play. Hahahahaha! Great knife otherwise tho

[@rjo8500]

David C Mine is absolutely perfect. I’d send yours back.

[@MEINTBREIDER]

Take off the clip!

[@TripleEEDC]

If only!

[@G13-j3c]

The lock pops out and the omega springs are stupid for a military knife .

[@TripleEEDC]

The axis lock on the adamas has been tested to have an average fail at over 1,600 inch lbs of torque in a soft fail. It’s also been time tested as a hard use knife. I have been critical of the older Adamas and this one isn’t perfect but it’s a damned good knife that can take a hell of a beating. The omega springs work well for a military knife because if they fail you can turn it into a fixed blade by shoving something through the axis bar hole. If any other type of lock fails, the knife is useless. Axis locks are therefore not only about omega springs but also what happens if the spring breaks.

[@MrGreenLeaf420]

You came here to dream about owning a knife we all have. How is your ozark trail folder holding up? @user-xx5zl8dz1v

[@Loganisnotaloserr]

First

[@G13-j3c]

The D2 was way thicker. They went cheaper

[@TripleEEDC]

If the D2 was not discontinued, the year over year price increases would probably have that version around the same price.

[@rjo8500]

Not a fan of D2. Too hard to sharpen. Worst off if you completely lose the edge. CruWear an improvement and the reason why I bought this mini Adamas.

[@G13-j3c]

Meh 😒

[@TripleEEDC]

I can hear that, especially if you’re not a hard use knife guy.