Vern Evans
Benchmade has a long history of making high quality automatic knives. With autos being legal now in most states, and the last few falling thanks to the work of Knife Rights, they’re becoming more popular than ever. To feed this need, Benchmade just released another auto geared towards EDC use, the Mini Claymore OTF.
The new Mini Claymore is a double-action, out-the-front automatic. It’s a compact and lightweight alternative to many of the autos on the market. The Mini Claymore has a 3.02 inch CPM-D2 steel double-edged dagger blade, a lightweight Grivory handle. It’s available in Black or Ranger Green.
The Mini Claymore uses an ambidextrous thumb slide to activate the blade and comes with a pocket clip set up for tip down carry. The weight is only 2.97 ounces making this a knife that you could forget that you were carrying. At least until you need it.
The Mini Claymore is made in the USA and backed by Benchmade’s usual warranty and Lifesharp services. MSRP is $350.00.
Mini Claymore Specifications
Overall Length: 7.14 in.
Blade Length: 3.02 in.
Blade Thickness: 0.116 in.
Blade Material: CPM D2
Hardness: 60-62 HRC
Blade Style: Dagger
Blade Grind: Flat
Finish: Gray
Edge Type: Plain
Handle Length: 4.12 in.
Handle Thickness: 0.52 in.
Handle Material: Polymer
Color: Black Weight: 2.97 oz.
User: Right Hand, Left Hand
Pocket Clip: Tip-Down
Knife Type: Double-Action OTF Automatic
Opener: Thumb Slide
Country of Origin: USA
MSRP: $350
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