Cheapest Benchmade Axis lock model

bjordan

bjordan

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Hey Guys,

What is the cheapest benchmade model that has an axis lock? I own several other benchmades but not an axis lock. I'd really like to try out an axis lock and see how I like it. I looked on benchmade's website and the cheapest I could find was around $150+.

Are there any axis lock models in the $50-$80 range?

Thanks in advance,
bjordan
 
Griptillian - 440c blade in drop point or sheepsfoot, 2 sizes, mini or reg. from between $60 - $80 pending on how well you shop. Some other variants, tanto blade, D2 or Ritter S30V all costing a touch more. The Grips have a very good rep around here.
 
The 530 pardue, cheaper than the Griptillian.

Good knife, but not great. The Grip is a better buy.


BETO

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Sorry for my english :o
 
I am currently using Benchmade 550 Griptillian as an EDC ( For work) and I am very satisfied with it. According to the Benchmade 2005 catalog "It's a new species of knife, and represents the AXIS entry level in Benchmade style". :eek:
 
Even in Canadian $'s it's a good buy and apparently the more expensive version in S30V(RitterGriptilian) and the D2 model from Cabelas are also excellent. :cool:
 
I just got one this week from Cabela's, it has D2 steel and is a great knife, I do like it. I was suprised at how big it was, they also have a mini-grip.
 
The 555 and 556 Mini-Griptilians can be had for just over $50. I'm suprised that they were not mentioned here other than just once.
 
I also think the 530 is a good knife. Not better than the Griptillian, but much thinner if it is for carry in a thin pair of pants or shorts. Either is nice.
 
USAFSP said:
I also think the 530 is a good knife. Not better than the Griptillian, but much thinner if it is for carry in a thin pair of pants or shorts. Either is nice.
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Wow the 530 looks pretty sweet. I'll have to check into it as well. It might suit my carry needs better. I'm also going to look into the mini griptillian.

I need to check my knife laws and see if the spear point on the 530 will count as a dagger or dirk. It might be okay since it's clearly a folding pocket knife.

Thanks again for the info guys.
 
bjordan said:
Are there any axis lock models in the $50-$80 range?
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Sure several, but for only 20 more bucks you can get the Benchmade Doug Ritter RSK-Mk1 survival and everyday carry knife which will also get you a beautiful blade in CPM S30V which is a far better blade than anything else you could find in that price range.

It is also a superb looking knife:
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There is also a mini-version of this folder.

I don't think you can find a better deal out there!

Good luck
 
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