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Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA

Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA

Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA
$ 124.75

Score By Feature

Based on 195 ratings
Lock Feature
9.48
Ergonomic
9.48
Craftsmanship
9.29

OveReview Final Score

How Our Score Is Calculated

Product Description

THOUGHTFUL And incredibly light, with the ability to be used for hiking, camping, and backpacking A versatile, everyday tool that is lightweight and can go anywhere. In addition to its lighter weight and stiffer handle, the CF-Elite is also more durable.
The CPM S30V Steel is an American-made steel that is corrosion-resistant and offers excellent edge retention. Its precision drop-point construction makes it highly versatile.
COMPLETELY AMIDEXTROUS GRIVORY HANDLE This handle is textured for an ergonomic grip and is made from glass-filled nylon for long lasting use.
An axis locking mechanism ensures safety and a smooth opening and closing An omni-directional clip and a lanyard hole that allows for a variety of carrying methods. This set is the perfect addition to your personal EDC collection, backpack, survival kit, and tackle box.

Questions & Answers

Where can I get white scales of it?

The mini is the only one with white scales.

What is the Amazon price for the serrated version?

It isn't clear to me. Results from the search ought to be revealed

When you say the blade is long, what does it mean?

On Benchmade's website, it's 3, according to the company. The length of the room is 24".

Do you think you can open the knife with just a pull of the black thing in it?

There's no such thing as a scissors." This knife uses our Axis Assist feature, which makes it possible to open it quickly and easily with one hand. If you haven't seen it yet, I'd suggest watching some of the YouTube videos you can find. You will get a better sense of how it opens this way.

Selected User Reviews For Benchmade - Bugout 535BK-2 EDC Manual Open Folding Knife, Drop-Point Blade, Plain Edge, Coated Finish, Black CF-Elite Handle, Made in the USA

Hands that aren't big enough? Take advantage of this offer! This is a great gift for guys with small We had a difficult time returning this knife because it is very well made, broke in quickly, and the blade was perfectly centered when we received it
5/5

I got the full 5 stars since it had more to do with me than with the product.
I am six feet six inches tall and 225 pounds. When it comes to basketball palming, I'm pretty good at it. I went with the Griptillian instead of the bugout because it felt like a toy in my hand. The only regret is not doing it sooner!.

Lian Blake
Lian Blake
| Jan 06, 2021
Bugout has been very good to me! It's not quite as happy as it once was)
3/5

The review is being updated after owning this pocket knife for a week I need to remove a couple of stars. Scales have a coarse edge from the factory, and I can notice it quite easily. It turns out the knife has a blunt edge hidden in the plastic that digs into your palm when opening it. It also turns out the blade has very noticeable play (moves from side to side) when open and very little play when closed (it A blade grind may be rough, but that is something I am willing to ignore. Although the price is relatively low, I think the quality should be higher. The Benchmade Benchmade Bugout was not what I expected when I ordered it.


———I was a bit apprehensive when I ordered it. In the blink of an eye, I was amazed to see a pocket knife with a perfectly centered blade, razor sharp, and so light - as if it had just been ripped from an ancient scroll. This knife seems so light to me I never even imagined it was possible! The phone literally disappears in my pocket, and I can't feel it at all! The feel of quality and durability is top-notch as well. Great experience with this purchase. Will definitely keep an eye out for more Benchmade products in the future.

Mackenzie Petersen
Mackenzie Petersen
| May 31, 2021
I preferred my Benchmade Super Freek but this knife is not as good
4/5

A friend of mine told me about the new updated handle for the Bugout, so I purchased it. My goal is to get a stronger handle, so I decided to give it a try. Two years ago, I got a Super Freek 560 as my EDC, and now I'm going to replace it with this My initial thought after receiving the Bugout was to make a sort of non-official comparison. As soon as I put them in my pocket, I ran around my house to check how they felt and how heavy they were. With both knives, I cut an apple, tried different handles and mechanisms as I moved them from open to closed. Bugout is a great little knife and I tried my best to find a reason to keep it, but I just couldn't convince myself to keep Comparatively with the Freek, I found it to be "cheap" in my hand. The weight has been reduced by two. My original 5 oz shirt was a bit lighter, but I had no trouble feeling the difference in my pocket. Since the handle on the Freek is bigger and more ergonomic, the Freek slices an apple as well as a knife. It would be more durable to use the Freek for heavy use. As I considered my options, I realized that I shouldn't use a knife that has a few disadvantages when I can use a knife that is far more robust. I would choose the freek over the bugout regardless of whether it's for gym gear or not. In order to avoid this situation, I returned the bug out and bought.

Khari Fox
Khari Fox
| Dec 05, 2020
The knife is extremely light and easy to carry
5/5

This is my first Benchmade knife and I'm sure not my last. The knife is so light you hardly feel it when you hold it, while at the same time it's very sturdy and solid. A flawless locking mechanism and razor sharp surfaces make this phone a pleasure to use. It took me a significant amount of time and grinding to get the knife at the level of sharpness I like. If you're on the fence about buying this knife, I suggest jumping on it now. You.

Cole COLES
Cole COLES
| Aug 08, 2021
The knife is nice, but the quality control is poor
3/5

It is a good lightweight knife, but there are quality control issues that The blade was not centered at all and might even have It had to be returned and a new one ordered. There's a lot of potential for improvement with the next one.

Justice Donaldson
Justice Donaldson
| Jan 07, 2021
I was startled by the It's so light and easy to handle, it's perfect for cutting and maneuvering wood
4/5

The blade is very sharp. It locks in to place perfectly with zero movement. The only reason I am not giving this product a five is that the handle is on the thin side which digs into my hand with prolonged use (easy to fix All in all, I'm very satisfied with the performance of the program.

Ailani Byers
Ailani Byers
| Nov 12, 2020
Deploying three times in a row This is my EDC go-to knife
5/5

Overall I have had a pleasant experience with this knife. I travelled with this knife, along with a Randall 15 model, overseas. A flight attendant. These knives were not baby-proofed and both were intended to be "working knives. ". One thing I have to say about "Bugout" is that it sounds terrifying.

Kristopher MARSDEN
Kristopher MARSDEN
| Sep 24, 2020
The blade is very sharp, fidgety, and slicey
5/5

The blade is awesome, thick and sturdy, with an awesome CF handle and Axis lock. The steel is S30V and ideal for slicing and sharpening. Originally I had one that had edge bevels around 20 degrees, but I have now lowered it to 17 degrees and it is now one of the very best slicing EDC folders on earth.

Royce Huber
Royce Huber
| Aug 29, 2020

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