Benchmade Knife Bugout Vapyr Black Aluminum Drop Point

Benchmade Knife Bugout Vapyr Black Aluminum Drop Point

This is the Bugout® redefined—33% thinner and longer cycle life than a standard Bugout. Built on a black aluminum chassis with a Taiga Green backspacer and matching thumb stud, it features a premium Magnacut drop-point blade finished in stealthy black Cerakote®. Lightweight, low-profile, and high-performance—everything the Bugout® was meant to be, pushed even further.

Features

• Drop-Point Blade Style: Drops off the spine to the tip. Tip height is typically below the center line on the blade.
• CPM-Magnacut Stainless Steel Blade (60-62 HRC): A new approach to stainless tool steel that eliminates chromium carbides from the microstructure. The result: a combination of properties with similar toughness and edge retention to non-stainless steels like CPM-CruWear and CPM-4V, with the addition of excellent corrosion resistance and strength.
• 6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum Handle: Exceptionally tough, yet lightweight. Aluminum can be anodized in many colours and milled with fine detail. It also naturally resists corrosion.
• Manual Opening Action: Manually opened knives must be opened 100% from the closed position to the open position by the user.

Specifications

• Open length: 7.48'' | 19.0cm
• Blade length: 3.25'' | 8.26cm
• Blade thickness: 0.08'' | 2.03mm
• Closed length: 4.24'' | 10.77cm
• Handle thickness: 0.282'' | 7.16mm
• Mechanism: AXIS® Lock
• Blade style: Drop-Point
• Handle: 6061-T6 Anodized Aluminum
• Pocket clip: Yes
• Blade finish: Cerakote®
• Blade color: Black
• Clip color: Black
• Clip position: Tip-Down
• Clip type: Standard Carry
• Ambidextrous: Yes
• Handle color: Black
• Lanyard hole: Yes
• Blade steel: MagnaCut® Stainless Steel (60-62 HRC)
• Weight: 1.72oz | 48.76g

MEET THE Bugout® Vapyr™

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

HOW IT'S MADE

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.

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.