Benchmade Bugout 535-3 Carbon Fiber with Axis Lock

Bugout knives are a perfect EDC combination of convenient size, utility, and durability. These ultralight American-made knives are prized by emergency responders, hunters, and collectors alike. The Benchmade company proudly offers a lifetime warranty against defects in material and craftsmanship, as well as lifetime sharpening.

This high-quality Bugout knife features corrosion-resistant CPM-S90V steel with a Rockwell hardness rating of 59-61. This steel is durable enough to withstand everyday knocks while still taking (and retaining) a razor-sharp edge. S90V is known for outstanding edge retention, allowing the user lots of use with minimal sharpening downtime. It is heat-treated at an RC level that further enhances the longevity of the edge retention. The drop-point blade has a plain edge and can handle almost any daily task.

The blade is 3.24" long and 0.09" thick, with a handle thickness of 0.41". The knife weighs 2.02 oz. and the overall length is 7.46" when opened. Closed, this everyday carry is just 4.22" long. It will carry comfortable and compactly in your pocket, at the ready when you need it. The weight-to-blade size provides the maximum ability in a light package. It has a mini deep-carry clip with reversible tip-up positioning.

The dual thumb studs on the blade allow it to open easily using either hand. The ambidextrous AXIS lock, this patented lock is integrated into the steel liners, keeps the blade fully and securely open until you release it.

The knife has a black carbon fiber handle with a generous angled lanyard hole at the top of the handle butt that can easily handle the paracord lanyard. It is fitted with blue anodized aluminum spacers that match the blue thumb lugs. The gorgeous weave carbon fiber handle is a major upgrade on this Benchmade knife. It looks great and is extremely strong.

This knife has it all; a super steel, great blade size/shape, and ultra-strong handle. This bugout edition is tops in our book!