Recommended Uses For Product | Camping, Hiking |
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Brand | Benchmade |
Model Name | Benchmade Bugout 535 Knife, Droppoint |
Special Feature | Lightweight,Locking,Reversible Clip,Slim |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | 1 |
Handle Material | Glass Reinforced Nylon |
Color | Benchmade Blue Grivory - Satin Finish |
Blade Material | Alloy Steel |
Style | 535 |
Blade Length | 3.24 Inches |
Theme | Sport |
Power Source | Manual |
Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
Item Weight | 0.2 Pounds |
Blade Shape | Drop Point |
Item Length | 7.46 Inches |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 6.02 x 2.72 x 1.73 inches |
Package Weight | 0.11 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6 x 2 x 0.2 inches |
Brand Name | Benchmade |
Country of Origin | United States |
Material | plastic |
Suggested Users | Outdoors |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Benchmade |
Part Number | 535 |
Model Year | 2017 |
Size | reg |
Sport Type | Recreation |
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Benchmade - Bugout 535 EDC Knife with Blue Grivory Handle (535)
Recommended Uses For Product | Camping, Hiking |
Brand | Benchmade |
Model Name | Benchmade Bugout 535 Knife, Droppoint |
Special Feature | Lightweight,Locking,Reversible Clip,Slim |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Included Components | 1 |
Handle Material | Glass Reinforced Nylon |
Color | Benchmade Blue Grivory - Satin Finish |
Blade Material | Alloy Steel |
Style | 535 |
About this item
- Sport Type: Recreation
- LIGHT AS A FEATHER: And incredibly tough; Ideal for hiking, camping, and backpacking, and made for everyday use; A lightweight, go-anywhere tool
- FULLY AMBIDEXTROUS GRIVORY HANDLE: Has an ergonomic textured grip and is molded from glass-filled nylon for superior durability
- AXIS LOCKING MECHANISM: Ensures safety and a smooth open and easy close; Reversible clip; Lanyard hole for versatile carry options
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We combine precision machining with hand assembled designs made in our factory in Oregon City, Oregon.
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Product Description
The Bugout was designed for the modern outdoor adventurer, incorporating the lightest, best performing materials in an extremely slim yet ergonomic package.
Mechanism: AXIS
Action: Manual-opening
Blade Steel: CPMS30V (58-60 HRC)
Blade Length: 3.24” (8.23cm)
Blade Thickness: 0.090” (2.29mm)
Open Length: 7.46” (18.95cm)
Closed Length: 4.22” (10.72cm)
Handle Thickness: 0.42” (10.54mm)
Weight: 1.85oz. (52.45g)
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ASIN | B07452LTBD |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #42,258 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #94 in Camping Folding Knives |
Date First Available | July 21, 2017 |
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Customers like the quality, weight and size of the knife. For example, they mention that it slices like a well-made Japanese santoku blade, it's super light and that it'll fit in your pocket. Customers are also impresseded with the grip, saying that it feels good in the hand and has a satisfying texture. That said, opinions are mixed on the axis lock, value, and sharpness.
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Customers like the quality of the knife. They mention that it slices like a well-made Japanese santoku blade, the blade steel is terrific, and it closes crazy good. Overall, they find it to be a really nice knife with an attractive design and incredible strength. Customers also say that the S30V steel is a good choice and that it's a great EDC knife.
"...Yes it is over $100 and has a plastic handle but it is perfectly assembled and build quality is excellent for this price...." Read more
"The blade's thickness (or thinness) is perfect as a slicer...." Read more
"...However...With that out of the way, the Benchmade Bugout 535 is excellent, and is the knife I now carry every day!..." Read more
"...Clever and small deep carry pocket clip with a wear resistant parkerized (vs painted) finish. Extremely slicey s30v premium blade steel grind...." Read more
Customers find the weight of the knife to be super light, like a light weight high performance sports car. They also appreciate the small liners and lightweight scales, making it easy to carry.
"...Why this knife is a keeper in any collection? It is really light which makes carrying it for long periods of time in various conditions very pleasant..." Read more
"...Very light and versatile EDC." Read more
"...I wear casual clothes to work. This knife is lightweight, the clip is perfect and not too big, and I can deploy it in a flash...." Read more
"...A high performance folding knife very much akin to a light weight high performance sports car. Ultimately a very highly recommended purchase...." Read more
Customers like the size of the knife. They say it's the perfect size for everyday carry, with a good sized blade. The knife is very well suited in most any EDC environment, and the fit and finish are excellent.
"...This knife is lightweight, the clip is perfect and not too big, and I can deploy it in a flash...." Read more
"...However, still very well suited in most any EDC environment. The terms “high-speed and low-drag” come to mind...." Read more
"...The pocket clip is great, love the size and how much less evasive it looks than a full sized pocket clip...." Read more
"...Also while it is very slim, it holds a really nice sized S30V blade...." Read more
Customers like the grip of the knife. They mention that it feels good in the hand, has an ergonomic design, and offers a satisfying grip texture. They also appreciate the amazingly light weight and rugged construction. Customers also mention that the mechanism is extremely smooth and easy to open and close. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The grivory handle is very tactile and grippy and you can choose your color so that is great!..." Read more
"...The S30V retains the edge well and it's super smooth and easy to open and close with one hand. Very light and versatile EDC." Read more
"...polymer (Benchmade read: “Grivory”) handle scales offer a satisfying grip texture...." Read more
"...The handle feels comfortable in my medium-sized hands. The aesthetics of the knife are great and I love the matching anodized blue thumb studs...." Read more
Customers like the pocket clip on the knife. They say it's deep carry and makes the knife virtually disappear in the pocket.
"...I wear casual clothes to work. This knife is lightweight, the clip is perfect and not too big, and I can deploy it in a flash...." Read more
"...Phosphor bronze washers. Clever and small deep carry pocket clip with a wear resistant parkerized (vs painted) finish...." Read more
"...The pocket clip is great, love the size and how much less evasive it looks than a full sized pocket clip...." Read more
"...you, but if you are looking for a light use EDC knife that disappears in the pocket and has excellent premium blade steel, I can’t think of any..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the axis lock. Some mention it's the best locking mechanism on the market, unique, and functions well. However, others say that it'd require an excessive amount of force to close it.
"Very smooth folding action. Perfectly centered. Fantastic lockup. Rock solid. Absolutely zero up/down or side to side blade play...." Read more
"...The Axis lock mechanism is incredible too, with a day or two of practice I was able to open it with the speed of an automatic knife...." Read more
"...deducing a star because Benchmade has been sending poorly centered, grimy locked, poorly sharpened, blade playing knives for too long...." Read more
"...Maybe this is what they meant? The Axis lock is awesome and you'll love and appreciate it - smooth, sure and safe. The pocket clip is perfect...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the knife. Some mention that it's well worth the price, while others say that it isn't worth the money.
"...Since I have had it the blade is really impressive for the price...." Read more
"...My only critique of the Bugout is the price. It feels slightly expensive for what you get...." Read more
"...I still think that Spyderco is the best value for the money, for knives for harder uses; and I own over a hundred knives from various manufacturers...." Read more
"...It's a stunning little knife. The price seems a little steep until you use it for what it's actually made for, despite the name (who cares)...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sharpness of the knife. Some mention that it's very easy to sharpen, shaving sharp right out of the box, and cuts like a dream. However, others say that it wasn't as hair cuttingly sharp as they wanted out of box, it'd be a little tougher to sharp.
"...because Benchmade has been sending poorly centered, grimy locked, poorly sharpened, blade playing knives for too long...." Read more
"I love this knife. Lightweight and sharpens quickly. Very comfortable to pocket and use." Read more
"...It comes sharp, not shaving sharp and I feel like it's a little overpriced but I know it's a quality knife and Benchmade's lifesharp warranty has..." Read more
"...It cuts well, holds an edge, and is easy to sharpen...." Read more
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I have had cheap knives and expensive knives and everything in between. Over time you realize that a cheap knife is not only not as nice but in many cases can be dangerous. So I tend to buy middle range to slightly expensive now and keep it longer. I only buy American made now not because China is evil or any other country is good or bad but because I like buying something from a smaller and more local company that pays attention to details. You get what you pay for is really true.
This is my first Benchmade, before this I have had Kershaw US made and Zero Tolerance as my main EDC knives. I have found US made Kershaw knives to be a great value and Zero Tolerance to be just great. So this Benchmade was a shock when I first got it. For $130 I was expecting full stainless steel tangs along the grivory handles and that is not what I got. So I was going to return this knife because even though it is not clearly stated that this knife has a nice stainless steel blade attached to a plastic handle that has metal tang that attaches to the the blade about less than half way. When you grab the plastic handle it will flex under pressure which gives a bad impression. It seems like you could just break the handle yourself if enough pressure is applied which gives a very weak impression of durability and long term strength. I know this is an entry level knife from Benchmade offering superior blade steel and the reason the knife does not cost more and is very light is because of the construction as I mentioned earlier.
I decided to keep the knife because I really like the light weight and the blue grivory handle is actually very pleasant to grab. I also like the blue anodized bolts that keep the knife together and the thumbstuds that are also light blue anodized aluminum. Once I made that decision I thought to myself this will just not be my heavy duty knife. Since I have had it the blade is really impressive for the price. I don't think there is another American made knife using this blade steel at this price.
If Benchmade did not offer a good warranty then I would have returned the knife but since they cover it for life under normal conditions I figure that the grivory handle despite not having full metal tangs is still strong enough to get the job done and if I have a problem I am sure Benchmade will take care of me.
Why this knife is a keeper in any collection? It is really light which makes carrying it for long periods of time in various conditions very pleasant. The grivory handle is very tactile and grippy and you can choose your color so that is great! The blade and how everything is put together is why I buy American higher quality and cost knifes. Yes it is over $100 and has a plastic handle but it is perfectly assembled and build quality is excellent for this price. If you want a more serious configuration and don't mind spending more then I would highly recommend getting a custom built model from Benchmade. They have full metal tang models with grivory handle and you can choose accessories and colors. If you want to save money then Amazon is going to be your best deal.
All I can say is give it a try if you are doubtful. This is a great knife!!
With that out of the way, the Benchmade Bugout 535 is excellent, and is the knife I now carry every day! I know that the rub on this knife is the grivory scales & lack of a full internal steel liner. That said, most people will appreciate the tradeoff of strength vs weight. I own several businesses which are warehouse based. I wear casual clothes to work. This knife is lightweight, the clip is perfect and not too big, and I can deploy it in a flash. With one hand, I can quickly pull it from my back pocket, deploy it, cut some banding, close it, and have it back in pocket, before most people even see it! The ergos are perfect. You barely have to move your fingers to close it. It is faster than a full auto (with the exception of an OTF), because it can be closed as fast as it can be deployed. It is perfectly balanced, flips out so quick and closes without “bouncing” off the lock pin! No other manually deployed knife in the market, deploys AND closes as fast as this one, and is as light, including the Benchmade Griptillian & the 940 series.
No one should use a $100.00 plus knife as a prybar! Very few would function if misused anyway. This is not a hard use knife. Yes, a stronger knife might be more appropriate for hunting, camping & hard use; but for everyday carry and office warehouse usage, this knife cannot be beat. It is wicked sharp, stays sharp, and can easily be retouched with a chefs sharpening steel. I highly recommend it for medium duty tasks such as cutting boxes, food prep, opening packages, opening letters, cutting banding, cutting medium rope, cutting leather, and digging out splinters! I would not be without it!
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2020
With that out of the way, the Benchmade Bugout 535 is excellent, and is the knife I now carry every day! I know that the rub on this knife is the grivory scales & lack of a full internal steel liner. That said, most people will appreciate the tradeoff of strength vs weight. I own several businesses which are warehouse based. I wear casual clothes to work. This knife is lightweight, the clip is perfect and not too big, and I can deploy it in a flash. With one hand, I can quickly pull it from my back pocket, deploy it, cut some banding, close it, and have it back in pocket, before most people even see it! The ergos are perfect. You barely have to move your fingers to close it. It is faster than a full auto (with the exception of an OTF), because it can be closed as fast as it can be deployed. It is perfectly balanced, flips out so quick and closes without “bouncing” off the lock pin! No other manually deployed knife in the market, deploys AND closes as fast as this one, and is as light, including the Benchmade Griptillian & the 940 series.
No one should use a $100.00 plus knife as a prybar! Very few would function if misused anyway. This is not a hard use knife. Yes, a stronger knife might be more appropriate for hunting, camping & hard use; but for everyday carry and office warehouse usage, this knife cannot be beat. It is wicked sharp, stays sharp, and can easily be retouched with a chefs sharpening steel. I highly recommend it for medium duty tasks such as cutting boxes, food prep, opening packages, opening letters, cutting banding, cutting medium rope, cutting leather, and digging out splinters! I would not be without it!
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2018
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Muy ligera, mantiene el filo, se abre y cierra con una mano.
Si no fuese tan cara sería un regalo perfecto.
Das Bugout war nach dem Griptilian mein erstes Benchmade und als es ankam war mein erster Gedanke: wow, ist das leicht!
Das Messer hat relativ einfach gehaltene Griffschalen und verzichtet bis auf den oberen Bereich auf Liner. Dadurch wird es extrem leicht. Die Klinge ist aus S30V, einem tollen Stahl, der die Schärfe lange hält und noch akzeptabel zu schärfen ist. Dazu hat er eine gute Korrosionsbeständigkeit. Die Klinge hat eine Droppoint-Form und ist etwas über 8cm lang. Sie ist fast komplett flach geschliffen und relativ spitz zulaufend. Dadurch eignet sie sich hervorragend für Arbeiten im Alltag und auf Ausflügen, wie Kartons/Briefe öffnen, Obst schälen/schneiden, mal etwas irgendwo "rausfriemeln". Auch im Haushalt, um z.B. kleinere Arbeiten an Kabeln etc. zu verrichten eignet es sich meiner Meinung nach auch sehr gut, da es sich damit sehr genau arbeiten lässt. Für kleinere Arbeiten im Garten würde ich es auch noch nutzen. Für alles Gröbere dann wäre es mir doch zu fragil.
Durch den Axis-Lock hält die Klinge sicher und stabil, gleichzeitig kann man damit wunderbar "herumspielen". Auch für Linkshänder 100%ig geeignet.
Für den (Büro-)Alltag, Ausflüge, normale Haushaltsarbeiten absolut empfehlenswert. Es ist mit nur 55Gr sensationell leicht.
Ja, ist nicht gerade günstig, aber ich denke, das wird ein Messer, was bei angemessener Benutzung Jahrzehnte halten wird.
Es muy divertido abrirla y cerrarla con una sola mano son su candado AXIS.
El material del mango podría ser de mejor calidad pero aun así le doy 5 estrellas!