Benchmade 525

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I like mine... very sharp and sturdy. I don't carry it much because of the aluminium handles. I just don't like metal handles on a knife. But I have seen some gorgeous handle mods on 525s that make the knife into something really special.

 

Same here, I love the blade shape but not a big fan of AL handles. This has kept me at bay.

 

I have a 525--2 actually---1 std basic version and 1 gray handled ltd edition----I like it but EDC a 520---got the smaller version for if I'm traveling to try to be any state legal. I just like a bigger knife---given the choice Delica vs Endura--I go Endura-------Mini Grip vs Grip---I go Grip-----520 vs 525---- I go 520.

Not sure why nobody likes the scales---mine are holding up quite well and I love the substantial feel of the knife.

 

I held off for a while because I didn't think I'd like the aluminum scales. I finally got a 525SBK-701 with the gray scales and I'm glad I did. It's a really nice knife. Along with my old Delica it's one of my favs.

 

Here's a couple quick pics of when it was new. It's been taking a beating at work lately.