Spyderco Delica VS Benchmade Bugout - Best Lightweight EDC? KnifeCenter Reviews

[@jordanbradley9645]

Man, I've been liking bladehqs videos because they are fun, but I really enjoy the true in-depth review of knife centers videos. Keep it up man 👊

[@adkfuller8163]

Bumped into a few of these videos, like the no bull this is what is info...

[@jordanbradley9645]

@@adkfuller8163 i agree 100% like when i watch other knife shows I'm like 'ok that looks cool' but i wanna know which to actually buy i come here..

[@007artimus]

This guy knows how to give great reviews

[@trlarosa]

Thanks for the great comparison of two knives I’ve been considering. Just ordered the Delica. Love the look and spydie hole! Can’t wait to try it out. Best wishes.

[@nateand3]

I'm a Spyderco fan for sure. I've owned more of them than any other brand. Just simple and very well done. I've never had a problem with edge retention, but I've been sharpening my own knives since I was 11 years old.

[@areuaware6842]

The Delica is much more advanced and thoughtful design even though it's 3 decades old.

[@danc2651]

Delica for life 🖤

[@bingostar9207]

I really love the blade shape of the Benchmade but can’t justify replacing the delica with it as the delica does everything better. From the Spydie hole to the jimping, to the rigidity of the frame to the sure textured grip. And all for nearly half the cost!

[@marcusedcofficial]

just picked up the Spyderco and I love it!

[@jmivan07]

I have been edc the Delica 4 black. It's really good. Super easy to sharp.

[@plynch113]

Have both and love both. Have multiple of each!

[@Mr.CdLeon176]

I love my Delica 4 Tactical 🖤🖤🖤

[@dano727]

Spyderco Para3 Lightweight has been my daily driver for sometime, even with dozens of knives in my collection to choose from.

[@joeydoesthings4955]

In 2022, I really dig my Delica 4 a lot.

[@TrustNoOne88]

I would choose the delica but that bugout is crispy with those handles! Personally for the price I would get the para 3 lightweight with bd1 steel! I’m in love with that little dude! Bd1 is awesome steel and very underrated. It’s better than vg-10 and at the same price point. Plus you get a deep carry wire clip that the original para 3 doesn’t have. They moved the lanyard hole over some to be able to carry deep which I respect. They all smart, great choices!

[@priority2]

I did a blade swap and now have a Para 3 Lt Wt in Maxamet. It’s my perfect Ultralight EDC 😍

[@dustinlevesque3174]

What handle color is that Delica? Love it! I don’t see it on you website.

[@ERRORFACE1]

the only thing witch drives me towards to the delica is the omega spring . i saw too many feedback regarding broken springs on the benchmade . i own several spyderco and benchmade folders also carry them regularly no probs here but if i have to chose 1 folder for life that wouldn't be a n axis lock for sure

[@Mike-mi3yw]

This is ironically still a difficult comparison. I think for EDC the benchmade is the best due to the pocket clip, weight and steel. However the Delica is a sweet user, though I would get any steel other than the VG-10 since they have so many variants. The Delica is my favorite. I have a M4, hap40/sus410 and a 20CV version the last being a wharncliffe.

[@God_Is_The_Eternal_King]

I prefer the delica

[@DanoG-xf7jb]

Nice video. I'll take the Delica.

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

Meh.. VG10 steel, pass. If it's a sprint run then I can see.

[@newhuskytwenty]

@@TheGamerGuy1981 I have bought today a blue K390 steel version. I guess it will hold it's edge a lot. I already had a ZDP189 racing green model.

[@nusatoys1932]

That bugout looks stellar in that color

[@kyleculp5006]

Bugout is a nice looking knife but I love my BBS Delica M390. Had it Rockwell tested a while back and it hit for 61.4 and 61.8. Not that Benchmade misses the mark with HT but it just seems that Spyderco pretty much always gets it right. Love Spyderco for all the different steel options. I own knives from them in LC200N, CPM-M4, CPM-20CV, S30V, S35VN, AEB-L, M390, RWL-34, VG-10, 8CR13MOV and all of them perform very well.

[@Smaug1]

I’m on my third Delica. I keep getting rid of them because the finger choils aren’t quite right, then miss them later. I think I’ll try a Bugout soon. I like the SpydieHole, as it doesn’t get in the way of through cuts, like apples.

[@DonaldPerreault]

For years I hated only but a few Spyderco's and was a BenchMade guy. Somehow this past year I purchased the Yojimbo and loved it, then I purchased another Yojimbo. Now I have close to a dozen in my collection of over 75 knives. I also own 6 or 7 buyouts including the Gold Class version. Long story short, I know love both brands of knives but the Spyderco are always sharp and with BenchMade you never know how sharp the knife will be.

[@JamesCrackethCorn]

Spyderco seems to be a more budget-friendly option. Just picked up a Delica 4 for $85, bugouts are going for $160. That's double the price! Not sure the Benchmade is twice as good. Awesome review!

[@ocomegashadowstacking5886]

Both of that knifes are amazing brand!!! :D

[@rjlewis8346]

I’d take the delica!

[@nazaroff1120]

Больше 10-ти лет пользуюсь Спайдерко Делика 4. Спайдерко Делика 4 - СУПЕР нож! Проверенная Временем! Рекомендую однозначно!

[@puertoricanboy100]

What do you use it for and how has it stood treatment.

[@kimcokevin]

Replaced my zdp delica that I lost with a bugout. Haven’t bonded with it. K390 has been ordered.

[@daviesmith1311]

Got both the delica disappeares in the pocket and feels stronger

[@howardm5759]

I have both.. Bugout (swapped the scales with carbon fibre) FDE S30V blade - Delica 4 with K390 steel.

[@jamesross8274]

Do you have the Spyderco Delica in stock like was used on this video

[@knifecenter]

Not in that color anymore unfortunately -DCA

[@williamburnett1090]

Love your informative videos. Can we see a bugout vs para 3 lightweight

[@knifecenter]

Got ya right here my friend! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppm3qGtrZdd3i6M

[@mountaingoattaichi]

I have both. I have carried a delica for almost 17 years but I would say the bugout is better. That axis lock beats a lockback any day of the week. All my lockbacks have vertical play because repeated opening over the years grinds down the connections. That loss of steel create play in the lock up.

[@lawrenceragnarok1186]

Tighten it silly

[@Frank-uf2vn]

I love both my Benchmade mini Barrage ( so much like the Bugout) & my Spidey Delica 4, yes I bought the Barrage, it was mismarked by $30 how could I not? Both knives are awesome...buy them both you wont regret it I dont !

[@Pmike404]

Both are good knives but I prefer the bugout more. For those complaining about plastic I swapped the scales on both. Ended up getting aluminum scales for my delica and it feel incredibly strong with the back lock. Personally I’m just not a huge fan of two handed opening knives. Put some marbled carbon fiber scales on my bugout and gold titanium screws and it looks really good and is very solid to boot. Realistically I just prefer blade shape, blade thickness, and blade steel of the bugout over the delicas

[@clintwilliams2705]

Where do you buy your accessories? Screws and scales?

[@DeffoZappo]

If you can't close the delica with one hand, you're doing it wrong

[@bonesjones1658]

Both are a good build. I appreciate the Delica's rigidity and the quality feel it has. I appreciate the Bugout's lock design allowing it to be more minimalistic and light. With that being about equal, the Bugout would win because I like it's shape and ergos better. That's hugely important. However, they're not competing with Spyderco's variety of steel. They've made many flavors of the Bugout but none are what people want - a standard run with G10/CF/Etc and improved steel. They's done colors of FRN, they've done a Gold Class, and they did that super short run of 20cv that's now totally overpriced.

[@forgethought8174]

Agreed, well said. Spyderco's steel selection and heat treat are just hard to beat. Best you can do for a user bugout I'd say is probably m4. 20cv is great until you chip it or have to sharpen it. I'd love to see a Bugout with Magnacut, 3V, S90V, Rex45, there are so many possibilities. So many cool steels out there. Sometimes it feels like manufacturers get lost in a sea of S30V and m390/20cv.

[@SteveO30G]

Dave is my goto knife guy.

[@simonize251]

BOTH

[@stevebrown7190]

I own both of these, but I have never been able to carry the Bugout. The handle flex just keeps me from wanting to like it. I love my 940's, but the bugout was not for me. Between these two, no contest the Delica (by a large margin) wins.

[@jordanbradley9645]

When i get my bugout I'm adding brass scales for this reason

[@tonym5093]

Jordan Bradley or you could get a spyderco and not need to add anything.

[@alexisappecorina7107]

@@tonym5093 Or buy the carbon fiber Bugout S90v.

[@UltraMagaFan]

I originally wanted a bugout but I ended up finding a brand new delica 4 in VG10 steel for $80 at a pawn shop so I got that instead. I got a hell of a deal on it. I saved $46. Anyways, It's a nice knife. The only thing I don't like about it is the fact that it does not have a deep carry pocket clip.

[@Greg_M308]

I have both the Red Battlewash Bug Out and the Delica. I own the M390 Delica which was about the same price as the Battlewash Bug Out. I carry the Delica more. Why? The Delica is quite a bit more secure in hand. I have XL hands and opening, closing and manipulation of the knife is easier with the Delica. The Red Battlewash takes the ribbon for looks, however. It may be the best looking knife in my collection.

[@molin2]

Delica first choice

[@pfsrwp]

You should compare the Chris Reeves small Sebenza to the Delica. Please help me understand the 400 dollar price difference.

[@knifecenter]

Materials and fit and finish basically.

[@pfsrwp]

@@knifecenter I do not understand the price of the CRK small Sebenza 21. I have a large Sebenza and I can see the value but the small needs to come down at least 200.00 before I would recommend it to anyone. I do however recommend the Knife Center exclusive Benchmade Bugout. Nice color and texture fine blade and lock-up.

[@sethnicholls7861]

Delica all day for 20yrs!

[@normcote270]

Spyderco every time!!!

[@scottmoore5839]

Just received my benchmade battlewash bugout from Knifecenter, and the centering was horrible....the blade was actually rubbing against the side of the scales. Nice job Knifecenter

[@knifecenter]

We are happy to exchange it for you if there is a defect. Please contact our customer service.

[@tonym5093]

That’s more of negative for Benchmade than knifecenter.

[@Orweliannightmare]

The Delica ❤

[@mattblowers]

What about the Honey Badger? Great knife for the price point. The action is smoother, the knife is superb. Despite the lower quality steel, the knife is consistently my EDC over more expensive options. It's so light weight and it's so deep pocket it's often my go to option.

[@TheBrawlmastah]

Clipped to athletic shorts lol. Do you wear athletic shorts often?

[@mdubb4855]

My thumb never hits the blade edge with the Spyderco thumbhole. However I trust the Axis Lock much more.

[@jamesharris1493]

I am still waiting for the Benchmade mini Bailout serrated. I am surprised none of the designers have not come out with that particular model.

[@NGMonocrom]

Well, considering the way Benchmade runs its company and has zero respect for the majority of their core customer base, it's going to be Spyderco. Sal is a Patriot. I have a Spyderco Manix II coming in the mail. Looking forward to it, and already own a couple of Delica4s. Excellent knives for EDC.

[@georgeweber1337]

^This

[@NGMonocrom]

@@georgeweber1337 Thank you. Also, I recalled something that happened many years back when Benchmade decided to discontinue all of their Made in China models and keep production solely in America. Many assume that patriotism and dedication to quality were the reasons. However, President of Benchmade, Les DeAsis publically told the Knife community that no, Patriotism had NOTHING at all to do with his decision. Went out of his way to make that statement. For some bizarre reason *THAT* was important to him. Honestly, why would you do that? Everyone who is part of your core customer base is assuming Patriotism. That right there is excellent publicity. Why would you destroy that assumption instead of simply letting it lead to increased sales over your competition? Nope! Even back during the 1990s, it was important to the executives in charge of Benchmade that the Public know the company doesn't give two hoots about America, about patriotism, or their core customer base.

[@packinaglock]

Benchmade gives 100% of their political contributions to the Democrats. That explains it.

[@jordanbradley9645]

Can you explain please?

[@packinaglock]

@@jordanbradley9645 : There is a few things that Benchmade is/was doing that upsets people. There is the helping to destroy firearms (anti 2nd ammendment). Then it was found out that 100% of their political contributions go to Democrats who are anti gun, anti knife, & pro kill babies.

[@jesseespinosa9739]

SteelWill Cutjack in M390 Hogue Deka in Magnacut

[@bassingbasics6621]

I prefer the spyderco hole over pegs, but I definitely prefer the bugout. It’s just a better knife in my opinion, and it’s crazy how fast you’ll forget it’s in your pocket!

[@nickmegadeth6633]

Spydercos are easier to open with the hole.. I edc an bugout cause it's light and I like the color but when it comes to pocket knives nothing compare to spydercos in practicality. Plus they cut like lazer out of the box wich I cannot say the same for benchmade.

[@robertlopez6276]

After putting G-10 scales on the Bug out, the choice becomes relatively clear… own both! But the Bugout, overall is a clear winner, it’s featherweight, higher quality steel, and it’s flippy as hell… the action on the Bugout is amazing, and still surprises me just how smooth it can be… the Delica is a hardy, robust knife for its size but it’s very slow moving… dare I say outdated with the back lock? But still, the Delica wins big in almost every way… I take the Delica camping and fishing more than the Bugout but that’s just because I’d be more sad if I dropped the Bugout in the drink 😂

[@rustyknifelover4463]

I love my Benchmade Bugout, but the Hogue Ritter RSK and Spyderco Para 3 in Maxamat are my most carried knives.

[@RichsRantMMAofficialchannel]

What about para 3 lightweight?

[@knifecenter]

Boom! Bugout vs Para 3 LW: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppm3qGtrZdd3i6M

[@itsmedravfrom1987]

I have a couple of Spydies and never liked benchs but that one is freaking sexy. I was ready to make it my first bench....saw $140-$153... nahhh EASY pass.

[@nebulamask81]

I wouldn't just look at price alone. The bugout is a great knife and comes with a better warranty and lifesharp and s30v and an axis lock vs back lock. Not saying that should sway you, just that only looking at materials and price isn't everything. I like my delica more than my bugout, but $75 (or whatever) for a delica is asking a lot. I'm very glad that I picked mine up before the price hike.

[@wasnt_it]

does KnifeCenter have the all black LW PM3?

[@nemo5335]

the delica is almost half the price and has a better locking mechanism, it's not really a choice. if i want to bump things up, i can get a Delica with K390 steel that's still cheaper than the cheapest bugout.

[@Over_Taxed_USA]

G10 Bugout.. for the blade and the axis lock. "Grivory" plastic handles are a no-go for me and personally just do not like the Spyderco even though it is widely considered a good knife.

[@BrianBarry34]

Bugout of the two, but I think my Para3 LW is better challenger. I have both and love both.

[@knifecenter]

We did that one too :) You can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppm3qGtrZdd3i6M

[@jsin22366322]

Where can get that bugout. I want that red scales.

[@knifecenter]

Right here: kcoti.com/2oKfLBp

[@Darezombie]

That exclusive bugout is 100% for me. I really hope they don't sell out or worse become discontinued before I can get one. I would be sad for sure.

[@honorablejudgecoinberg1788]

Axis lock much easier to operate one handed- which is good for when it fails and chops four of your fingers off. Delica >>>>>

[@natek1993]

Benchmade Bugout all day just because I am not a fan of the look of most Spydercos. However I prefer the back lock of the spyderco as it is more reliable. Omega springs break easily.

[@mr.knifeguyn-b9885]

Have you ever had a benchmade?Ive never had any of my omega springs break and its not very common.

[@nickmegadeth6633]

Spydercos are easier to open with the hole.. I edc an bugout cause it's light and I like the color but when it comes to pocket knives nothing compare to spydercos in practicality. Plus they cut like lazer out of the box wich I cannot say the same for benchmade.

[@s1mo-RBC]

I like the benchmades but the grivory just feels cheap to me. The thumbhole is a huge plus for me. I prefer the spyderco. I also have a pm2 and a manix.

[@spyhunter6411]

Why would you compare the bugout to the delica? The pm3 would be the main competitor.

[@knifecenter]

We did that one too :) You can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppm3qGtrZdd3i6M

[@Maniac1551]

I thought the para 3 lightweight was the bugout competitor

[@vincedelapena]

It seems to be the successor to the Delica 4. Deep carry wire clip, forward finger choil and a blade steel upgrade. It's pretty much the Delica 5 we've all been asking for.

[@knifecenter]

That is indeed another natural comparison. We did a video on exactly that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppm3qGtrZdd3i6M

[@Stonewallx39]

Carried a delica for >10 years (mixed in with a couple other blades). Very robust for the weight (used it to baton wood in a pinch once to get a fire started in the rain) and holds and edge very well for mid-tier steel. One downside is I do prefer a deeper carry option as I wear a knife when working out/swimming. Price is right you won’t be too precious with it so it gets ton of use and abuse and keeps coming back for more.

[@jamesharris1493]

If you wanted to go lighter than the Bugout try the mini Bugout?

[@kylefarris4686]

You can get the Delica in a factory wave...which opens bottles easily too. ;)

[@Lot_2023]

I'm the guy that just bought that last available Delica 4 on ebay (the foliage green, from Survivorhand). Muah ha haaa.

[@deltafunction0]

The Axis Lock unfortunately makes the Bugout a gravity knife, so it would be illegal to carry in many places.

[@newhuskytwenty]

Are you European? Even in the doomed Spain any gravity and spring-assisted pocket knives are legal as long as their blades are not longer than eleven centimeters, only are forbidden the automatic models whichever the lenght of their blades. In the near U.K. and France any locking folding blade is illegal so it is indifferent an automatic, gravity, spring-assisted or just locking blade knife, both the Bugout and the Delica are forbidden to be carried outdoors.

[@williamburr3519]

Para3 LW v Bugout would be a closer comparison (imho)

[@tonym5093]

William Burr not really since I truly believe the Delica is better than the Bugout. So the Para3 would be far better than the Bugout.

[@knifecenter]

William, we did a video on that comparison as well. You can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppm3qGtrZdd3i6M

[@cebuanostud]

For the price I'd get NC limited run Stretch 2 for EDC.

[@larrymarsico4059]

I absolutely LOVE both of my Bugouts! I grabbed 1 of the BladeH.Q. exclusive Blackout Bugout! & I picked up one of your KnifeCenter exclusive Battlewash Bugouts with the DLC coated blade!🔪🤙🤘✊💪🇺🇸

[@ered6714]

The problem is you can buy Delica in ZDP-189 for the same price with bugout. The deal breaker is you can buy hap-40 Delica even $20 cheaper than bugout... And there is also m390 Delica for $10 more than bugout...

[@TheGamerGuy1981]

Problem is those are all heavier than the bugout, require an aftermarket clip as the delica is terrible clip wise and are sprint run limited editions so are long sold out for the average buyer. Delica is also much wider in the pocket, and has a boring lockback locking system and a warranty that can't compare.

[@gmoorach]

Both knives are great. I own both. But, if I had to pick one, I'd go with the Bugout. It's got more cutting edge and it has a better steel.

[@italianrelic]

George Moorachian you guys are to hooked up on “better steel”

[@nebulamask81]

"Better" steel depends on what you're looking for. VG10 is easier to maintain and doesn't need specialized equipment vs s30v where you want diamonds to help cut through those very hard carbides. I find that Spyderco's VG10 is really good at stropping back to life over and over, vs s30v that lasts longer, but doesn't strop back as well, esp. with just a standard green strop. I find myself needing to actually sharpen s30v and VG10 about as often as each other even with diamond strop compounds being used on s30v... but s30v takes more work when it comes time for sharpening. VG10 is also more rust resistant than s30v. At the same time if you want to just have longer period of time in between any edge maintenance, then s30v is the way to go.

[@gmoorach]

While I agree VG10 is easier to sharpen than S30V, I respectfully disagree S30V is difficult to sharpen and requires diamond stones. We're not talking S90V or S110v. I can easily sharpen my S30V blades using regular stones. But, I do realize if you factor sharpening skill into the equation, a softer steel will always be easier to sharpen than those with better edge retention.

[@tonym5093]

DontBotherNone s30v definitely doesn’t need diamond stones to sharpen. Anything that will sharpen VG10 will also sharpen S30v just fine.

[@nebulamask81]

Either you two and I disagree on what "sharp" is or you're extremely good at sharpening. It's difficult to cleanly cut through those hard carbides with softer stones. The results I've always seen without using diamonds are on par with "meh" factory edges with less edge retention than if you used diamonds. At that point you're not getting what you're paying for out of s30v and putting in more work, so it's not worth it and you may as well be using a different less expensive steel that's going to take less work and give better overall results.

[@aldenbarbieri]

Another option is the para3 lightweight

[@knifecenter]

Yup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppm3qGtrZdd3i6M

[@VeniVidiVid]

Multiple versions of both.

[@SteveO30G]

Or a lock bar

[@chawenhalo0089]

Benchmade has a wider tip making easier to spread Nutella on a slice of bread. Benchmade wins.

[@RadDadisRad]

How many guns does it take to make a Bugout blade?

[@lonetrader1]

Alllllll of em 😞

[@The4cp]

Both are cool but show the bailout some love!

[@joewalsh1054]

I bought a Delica yesterday on ebay. Supposed to be here Friday

[@--RSL--]

Benchmade hasn’t been good in a long time… don’t think ppl actually realize this. 😂

[@andyhayward1261]

Weight penalty lol - what is this Baldurs gate 2??

[@mred2099]

Bugout all day every day

[@chaddamron3877]

Bugout n dragonfly2 combo

[@IGRA_REVANSH]

Delica SUPER👍BUGOUT👎👎👎

[@MegaYangman]

Have both but prefer the bugout since it's easier to flick open and close left handed.

[@BladeRunner.43]

I'm getting a bugout for my secondary knife.

[@noahvalha]

The lock of the Delica will continue to work for ever, while sooner or later the lock on the Bugout will fail. Changed those Omega(?) springs on both my bugout and 940 more than once. Never again a Benchmade knife again.

[@Dropkicksouthy]

Team Bugout

[@chrislewis1943]

Battle washed Bugout. I want it!

[@lonetrader1]

I'm pretty sure if you send em a gun to turn in they'll give you one for a discount......

[@guitartec]

Isn't the Manix 2 more akin to the Bugout?

[@knifecenter]

Not really, no

[@guitartec]

@@knifecenter Bummer

[@barkriverbravo1]

@@guitartec The manix light weight is for sure

[@U47VII]

Delica every day. Not even a comparison. Especially if you get the K390 Delica.

[@AliAli-ey5ss]

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