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Howdy folks,
Up for grabs, a couple of Benchmade balisongs, the 32 Mini-Morpho and 53 Mangus.
Don't forget to check out my other thread in the gear trade sub-forum for a Bark River Knives firesteel, tan burlap w/ black liners, in new condition!
Benchmade 32 Mini-Morpho
Factory edge; never sharpened, honed or stropped.
Very lightly flipped/fondled (~20 minutes.)
Never dropped.
Has cut nothing.
Blade has been taped w/ blue painters tape.
Loctite (Blue 242) has been applied to both pivot screws.
Handle play: ~1/18th"
Includes original box, cinch-bag and paperwork.
I am the original owner.
Notable wear: No noticeable wear from use. Having said that, it did come to me from the dealer with a blemish just up from the Benchmade logo and just a bit smaller than it in size, appearing slightly darker than the rest of the blade from certain angles depending on the lighting situation. I've tried to document it on camera, but it has proved difficult. It reminds me of a very light patina and may well be just that, having picked it up somewhere between assembly and my doorstep.
Photos: Closed, Open, Close-up of blemish
Benchmade 53 Mangus [TRADE PENDING]
Factory edge; never sharpened, honed or stropped.
Lightly flipped/fondled (~1 hour.)
Dropped twice from a height of ~2' onto shag carpeting.
Has cut minimal paper... and my index finger, once.
Blade has been taped w/ blue painters tape.
Loctite (Blue 242) has been applied to both pivot screws.
Handle play: ~1/20th"
Pocket clip has been removed, but will be included.
Includes original box, cinch-bag and paperwork.
I am the original owner.
Notable wear: Noticeable material removal on the G10 where the latch contacts the inside (closed) of the safe handle. Numerous, very slight dings along the corners of the aluminum latch. That may sound pretty grim, given how long I've handled the knife, but by virtue of it's design (no liners and a latch with a little necessary wiggle room,) I can't help but think what I am seeing is expected and should become self-limiting with a little more use.
Photos: Closed, Open, Close-up of G-10 handle wear, Close-up of aluminum latch wear
Additional photos of each item available at request.
What I am looking for:
I will entertain all offers, buy my primary focus right now is on neck knives and small fixed blades. Ideal examples include...
Hinderer Flashpoint
Krein TK-1, Dogfish, Jack Turner Special
Folts Minimalist (bowie style, non-CRKT)
Strider ED (skeletons)
Graham Stubby Razel
Bark River Knives Mikro Canadian (A2 only)
Other/custom - As the above list might indicate, I'm not altogether picky. Given my choice, I would prefer carbon steels, wider blades, flat or convex grinds and either natural or micarta handles in earthy tones.
Folder-wise, I'm not really looking for much right now. I tend to only carry ultra-light folders, so if it's 2.5oz or less, surprise me.
Due to the nature of these items, I am currently looking for CONUS deals only.
Given my low feedback for how long I've been around, I will consider shipping first if:
- You have 25 or more positive feedback.
- You are a well established member of this community with a paid account, 5 or more positive feedback and 2000+ posts.
I would ask that you ship first if:
- You have 0 feedback.
- Something doesn't pass the 'smell test.'
Howdy folks,
Up for grabs, a couple of Benchmade balisongs, the 32 Mini-Morpho and 53 Mangus.
Don't forget to check out my other thread in the gear trade sub-forum for a Bark River Knives firesteel, tan burlap w/ black liners, in new condition!
Benchmade 32 Mini-Morpho
Factory edge; never sharpened, honed or stropped.
Very lightly flipped/fondled (~20 minutes.)
Never dropped.
Has cut nothing.
Blade has been taped w/ blue painters tape.
Loctite (Blue 242) has been applied to both pivot screws.
Handle play: ~1/18th"
Includes original box, cinch-bag and paperwork.
I am the original owner.
Notable wear: No noticeable wear from use. Having said that, it did come to me from the dealer with a blemish just up from the Benchmade logo and just a bit smaller than it in size, appearing slightly darker than the rest of the blade from certain angles depending on the lighting situation. I've tried to document it on camera, but it has proved difficult. It reminds me of a very light patina and may well be just that, having picked it up somewhere between assembly and my doorstep.
Photos: Closed, Open, Close-up of blemish
Benchmade 53 Mangus [TRADE PENDING]
Factory edge; never sharpened, honed or stropped.
Lightly flipped/fondled (~1 hour.)
Dropped twice from a height of ~2' onto shag carpeting.
Has cut minimal paper... and my index finger, once.
Blade has been taped w/ blue painters tape.
Loctite (Blue 242) has been applied to both pivot screws.
Handle play: ~1/20th"
Pocket clip has been removed, but will be included.
Includes original box, cinch-bag and paperwork.
I am the original owner.
Notable wear: Noticeable material removal on the G10 where the latch contacts the inside (closed) of the safe handle. Numerous, very slight dings along the corners of the aluminum latch. That may sound pretty grim, given how long I've handled the knife, but by virtue of it's design (no liners and a latch with a little necessary wiggle room,) I can't help but think what I am seeing is expected and should become self-limiting with a little more use.
Photos: Closed, Open, Close-up of G-10 handle wear, Close-up of aluminum latch wear
Additional photos of each item available at request.
What I am looking for:
I will entertain all offers, buy my primary focus right now is on neck knives and small fixed blades. Ideal examples include...
Hinderer Flashpoint
Krein TK-1, Dogfish, Jack Turner Special
Folts Minimalist (bowie style, non-CRKT)
Strider ED (skeletons)
Graham Stubby Razel
Bark River Knives Mikro Canadian (A2 only)
Other/custom - As the above list might indicate, I'm not altogether picky. Given my choice, I would prefer carbon steels, wider blades, flat or convex grinds and either natural or micarta handles in earthy tones.
Folder-wise, I'm not really looking for much right now. I tend to only carry ultra-light folders, so if it's 2.5oz or less, surprise me.
Due to the nature of these items, I am currently looking for CONUS deals only.
Given my low feedback for how long I've been around, I will consider shipping first if:
- You have 25 or more positive feedback.
- You are a well established member of this community with a paid account, 5 or more positive feedback and 2000+ posts.
I would ask that you ship first if:
- You have 0 feedback.
- Something doesn't pass the 'smell test.'
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