description Benchmade Bugout 535 Overview
Benchmade Bugout 535 is a lightweight folding pocketknife introduced in 2017 for everyday carry and outdoor use. The standard model uses a Grivory handle, a manually operated AXIS lock, and a drop-point blade, although later versions of the Bugout family use different blade steels, handle materials, and finishes. Its low weight and one-hand locking mechanism distinguish it from heavier general-purpose folding knives.
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When was the Benchmade Bugout 535 introduced?
Benchmade introduced the Bugout 535 in 2017 as a lightweight everyday-carry folding knife. Its design emphasizes low carry weight while retaining a full-size cutting blade.
What blade steel does the original Benchmade Bugout 535 use?
The standard 535 is commonly configured with a 3.24 inch CPM-S30V stainless steel drop-point blade. Other Bugout variants use different steels, so the exact model number matters when buying a replacement or used knife.
How does the Bugout 535 AXIS lock work?
The AXIS lock uses a spring-loaded bar that engages the blade tang and can be operated from either side of the handle. This ambidextrous layout is one reason the Bugout is popular for everyday carry.
What makes the Bugout 535 so light?
The original model uses lightweight Grivory handle scales and a slim folding construction. That keeps the knife easy to carry while giving it less handle bulk than heavier Benchmade models such as the Adamas.
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