Photo Request Please: BM710 & BM705

RxEnergy said:
They are not custom, all are production and LE's BMs. I got 'em all within last few years, but they've been out of production a lot longer.
The one you're asking about is a 707-702 with S30V blade.
Why they discontinue it? I don't know, probably because of bad sales :)
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thanks. Very nice collection.

BM's last few years were populated largely with bland/boring/uncreative offerings. They have some nice stuff now (finally), but still need something like these older 705s and 707s. True classics that should be brought back.
 
Bought this 705 from a fellow forum member tonight. I'll make some comments about my first impressions when I get it.
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I'm going to take a guess here and say you'll be surprised how small the 705 feels in hand. From the pictures at least, it looks much much smaller than the 710. Do share!
 
Kenix said:
I'm going to take a guess here and say you'll be surprised how small the 705 feels in hand. From the pictures at least, it looks much much smaller than the 710. Do share!
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I just got the 705. Yep Kenix is right, it is small. The opening process is slower due to the smaller frame. I almost got my thumb on the edge on the first try. :eek:

I like it though. I intend to take off the clip and its screws and pocket carry this knife. It'll have to compete for time in my pocket with a few others I like. I general pocket carry, clip carry, and sometimes a bigger folder on the belt. A bit of overkill but its because i like my knives as much as anything.

I do think Benchmade could have done well with a 3.4 inch blade in this series of knife. I know I would buy that one too.
 
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A prior poster said that the knife use just to thick for its size. Well I took off the clip which is the same as the one on the 710. It's not to fat now. Still a smallish knife and not easy to open one handed (at least for me) but I'm still very happy with this knife.

For guys that love the 710 and sometimes need a sub-3 inch knife, this is a good choice.
 
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