I've got around 50 Benchmade knives in my collection, but a Grip isn't one of them. Something about them always put me off. I don't want to say that they feel cheap, because that isn't really it. It's more along the lines of, they just don't feel solid/dependable, even if they are. I think it has to do with the hollow FRN handle scales and short axis module (instead of full liners).

Instead of the mini-grip, I much prefer the 705/707 series, as well as the 525 mini-Presidio. Sure, they're significantly more expensive, but they've got a much more substantial feel to them that inspires confidence. For a blade of that size they're pretty overbuilt, but not to the point that would make it a useless sharpened pry-bar.

As someone that has carried a 705 since they came out in a 154cm blade, I have to say I'm very happy with it. Many years of daily pocket carry without ever an issue. I know the Grip series is popular, but they just aren't for me.