Benchmade Knife Bugout Carbon Fibre

Benchmade Knife Bugout Carbon Fibre

Since its inception, the Bugout® has achieved unmatched dominance as the premier ultralight EDC pocket knife. Now, it gets the elite Benchmade upgrade, in the form of the all-new 535-3. Spec'd out with a milled carbon-fiber handle, premium S90V super steel, and signature blue highlights. This latest addition to the Bugout® line retains all the crowd-pleasing features you love, while pushing its performance to the next level.

Designed with purpose and built to last, the Bugout® sets a high bar for durability and performance matched only by our promise that it will be yours, for life.

Every Benchmade knife begins with high-grade steel, laser-cut for precision and strength. Each blade is meticulously ground, beveled, and finished to exacting standards, ensuring exceptional performance and durability. Our handles are milled and machined in-house to the tightest tolerances, then hand-assembled and sharpened by expert technicians. With over thirty years of manufacturing excellence behind every edge, our knives are proudly crafted in our state-of-the-art facility in Oregon City, Oregon.

Features

• BLADE STYLE - DROP-POINT: Drops off the spine to the tip. Tip height is typically below the center line on the blade.
• BLADE STEEL - CPM-S90V PREMIOUM STAINLESS STEEL (59-61HRC): A true super-steel, S90V offers substantial improvements in corrosion resistance over 440C and wear resistance beyond that of any other steel in our lineup.
• HANDLE - CARBON FIBRE: Multiple layers of crisscrossing carbon fibre filaments laminated together to create a strong and surprisingly lightweight substrate with exceptional stability and style.
• OPENING ACTION - MANUAL-AXIS LOCK: Manually opened knives must be opened 100% from the closed position to the open position by the user.

Specifications

• Open length: 7.46'' | 18.95cm
• Blade length: 3.24'' | 8.23cm
• Blade thickness: 0.09'' | 2.29mm
• Closed length: 4.22'' | 10.72cm
• Handle thickness: 0.41'' | 10.41mm
• Product box: Blue
• Mechanism: AXIS® Lock
• Blade style: Drop-Point
• Handle: Carbon Fiber 3K Twill
• Pocket clip: Mini Deep Carry
• Blade finish: Satin
• Blade color: Silver
• Clip color: Black
• Clip finish: Black Oxide
• Clip position: Tip-Up
• Clip type: Mini Deep Carry
• Ambidextrous: Yes
• Handle material: Carbon Fiber
• Handle color: Black
• MOLLE Compatible: false
• Lanyard hole: Yes
• Blade steel: S90V Stainless Steel (59-61HRC)
• Weight: 2.02oz | 57.27g
• Sheath: None

Use & Care

Proper care and regular maintenance help make your Benchmade knife yours, for life. Here are some tips for keeping your Benchmade in peak condition:

• Prevent Rust: All steels, regardless of grade or price, can eventually rust. To avoid corrosion, always keep your knife clean, dry, and lightly lubricated. If rust or spotting appears, a quality semi-chrome metal polish can usually restore the finish.

• Hand-Wash Only: Always hand-wash your knife with warm water and mild dish soap, then dry thoroughly.

• Use as Intended: Benchmade knives are precision cutting tools. Do not use your knife as a pry-bar, screwdriver, chisel, or punch—unless specifically designed for those functions.

• Sharpen with Care: If sharpening at home, avoid grinding wheels and high-speed machinery, as they can damage the blade. Use appropriate hand-sharpening methods for best results.

• Tighten Hardware: Over time, handle, pivot, and pocket clip screws may loosen. Use T6 and T10 Torx drivers for adjustments and apply a small amount of releasable thread-locker to maintain secure fittings.

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