Benchmade Axis Lock Review

[Willie Boy]

A week ago, I asked for and received greatly appreciated input on the REKAT Pocket Hobbit. While I would have liked to own a Pocket Hobbit, as I considered my intended purpose, i.e., daily inconspicous carry, I decided to purchase an Axis Lock folder instead. Today, I thought I would share my initial impressions of the Axis Lock with you.
In that this knife has already received much attention by forum members who know more than I, I hope I won't reiterate what has already been said.

I purchased a plain edge BT2 coated version. It appears to have a G10 spacer. The spacer lacks the sheen present on my AFCK and CQC7. This knife has a feel all its own. In a word, it seems SOLID. The grip is very comfortable in my hand and it has a nice balance. I have done no drills with it yet, but I believe it will be very fast. The knife locks up solidly and releases easily as well.

The only thing I would change, and I may, is to add a thumb relief in the scale to grant faster access to the thumb stud.

I hope my thoughts will add to the body of knowledge already presented on the knife.

Willie Boy

 

[Kysa]

I have to agree with you, WB. I had a chance to fondle one of these at a store recently and it was quite nice. It had a solid feel, and seemed VERY smooth to open and close. Had I the cash in pocket at the time, I would've taken it right there. Instead, I'm holding out for a Nimravus for now!

 

[Willie Boy]

KYSA, When I went to pick up my Axis Lock from from a small dealer in town, I kiddingly asked him what else he could sell me. He then showed me a Nimravus. It was beautiful. The Kydex sheath too was very nice. In fact, if my wife had been with me, I would have traded her in for it.

Willie Boy

 

[Arnistador]

Really? Personally, it looks like a fine example of form over function. There are too many sharp edges on the handle and doesn't feel alive in my hands. The Kydex sheath exemplifies typical amateur work, with multiple pieces of Kydex screwed together.

Tim

 

[sully]

I have had my Axis for several weeks now and
have really enjoyed it. My only complaint
was its sharpness out of the box; but after
some effort, it is now sharp and has held
the edge well.

I was worried about dust and grit getting in
the axis mechanism. Went camping with it and
had no problems. It worked great and cleaned
easily.

I also like the feel of it, and find myself
just having it in my hand unexpectedly.....
opening and closing; opening and closing...