Sending in a knife for a blade replacement?

[Chalet]

Hi! I usually post over in the Becker sub-forum.

I've had this Benchmade 551 since I think 2006 or 2007. I carried and used it for years. Well I ended up on Benchmade's website looking around the other day and remembered that they have amazing service policies. I went and found this and decided to send it in to get a blade replacement, after seeing that it's $30. Since I have no use anymore for serrations my question is this: Can I request they install a separate blade for the $30, in this case a satin sheepsfoot blade?

I'd love to have that done if possible.

Here's a picture of the knife, you can see it's well loved.

Thanks!

 

[pbcg]

I know you can get the original blade type the knife came with switched ie: a serrated switched out with a plain edge. Not sure about changing the style of the blade though.

Best to just call and ask: 1800-800-7427

You'll have an answer in a couple of minutes.

All the best!

 

[Whitedog]

You can have the blade replaced with a plain edge blade as long as it is the blade for that particular model. They will keep the old blade.

 

[Chalet]

The guy on the phone said to have the blade replaced, that I could get a different blade. If the blade is being replaced under warranty then it would be the same blade.

 

[loonybin]

For a paid blade swap, they will swap satin/black, PE/CE, and for the Grips, 550/555 for 551/556 (and vice versa). Won't be a problem at all.

 

[Chalet]

Thanks! Filled out the Warranty Service Form today, I'm going to send it out next week.