3" Benchmade Axis with a full frip handle?

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I meant to ask about a 3" Benchmade Axis with a full GRIP handle . . . I can't edit the title.


I recently bought a D2 Mini-Grip. I like it - and I really like the Axis lock - but I had to mofiy the handle to get a four finger grip on it. Before I modified it, my pinky was hanging off the back. It still feels small in my hands (which my Delicas do not).

It looks like some of the other 3" bladed BM's with Axis locks have the same issue.

Does BM make an Axis folder with a 3" blade that has a handle that allows a full grip for someone with big hands?
 
Padawan said:
I believe the 525 Mini-Presido has the longest handle of the 3" blade Benchmades.
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I think you're correct other than the 960. Unfortunalty, the 960 seems to come without a clip :grumpy:

Have you handled the 525? Thanks.
 
I have a 960 and it is one of my favorite benchmades. However, I wouldn't call it a full sized grip. I have average sized hands and while I can fit all four fingers on the handle, my pinky is close to hanging off the back. It certainly does not extend to the end of my fist. But that's one of the reasons I like it. It is a great medium sized folder to carry.
 
CHP5 said:
I think you're correct other than the 960. Unfortunalty, the 960 seems to come without a clip :grumpy:

Have you handled the 525? Thanks.
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I haven't handled the 525, but I do own a 960. Both come with clips, but the 960's blade is just a bit over 3", if that small amount matters to you.
 
CHP5 said:
Have you handled the 525?
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I've got one. It's quite nice. My pinky hangs off, but it's not bad. I carry it a fair amount, when I want a small, discrete overall package, but usually pick up a knife with a larger handle (730, 710, a Spydie Military, Para, or Police, or an Emerson 7 or 10).
I have large hands, though, so i dunno how my experience compares to yours...
Benchmade doesn't make what you're looking for. My recommendation would be to check out the Paramilitary, from Spyderco. The compression lock is mounted on the spine of the handle, and it can be operated to have the same movement & features of the axis lock. You know, manipulate the lock to more easily release the blade, one-handed swing to open/close, etc.
In addition, it meets your other criteria. It's got a 3" blade, and has a nice full-size handle. My current favorite production folder. Well, tied for first with the CQC-7.
Try it; you'll like it.

Alex
 
puukkoman said:
Benchmade doesn't make what you're looking for. My recommendation would be to check out the Paramilitary, from Spyderco. The compression lock is mounted on the spine of the handle, and it can be operated to have the same movement & features of the axis lock.

Alex
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Thanks Alex. I love the PM - except I carry tip up and it only allows for tip down carry :(
 
I have a 525 and the grip is very comfortable. I also have large hands and it fits best of the Benchmade 3" I own.
 
How about the BM HK 14210? Can get a full grip on that handle or does the pinky also hang off the back?
 
The 960 has an over 4 inch handle, but it's quite slim so it doesn't feel like it completely fills the hand
 
How about the BM HK 14210? Can get a full grip on that handle or does the pinky also hang off the back?
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I have one in my EDC rotation and it's a very comfortable grip, and useful blade.
 
I'd just learn to Spydie-drop your Delica. It would be the cheapest all-around solution I think. Of course, you could always buy one of those crappy and overpriced CQC14 Stubbys :rolleyes: :D ! Just kidding.

Since I'm not that familiar with BM's offerings, why not just get a full size griptillian?
 
SpyderJon said:
I'd just learn to Spydie-drop your Delica. It would be the cheapest all-around solution I think.

Since I'm not that familiar with BM's offerings, why not just get a full size griptillian?
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SJ - What's Spyde-Drop??

I'm trying to stick with ~3 blade, so the full size Grip is out. The full size Grip is also overly thick IMO.
 
CHP5 said:
SJ - What's Spyde-Drop??
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Take the knife in your hand, blade down and gripping it about half way down the scales; with a finger over the lock. When you depress the lock, the blade should drop from its own weight (whether open or closed) allowing you to flick the blade open or closed with ease. Its a common technique with Spyderco fans. I used it all the time with my Spydercos.
 
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