Benchmade 551 S30V Griptilian Axis Lock Folding Knife

The Benchmade® 551 Griptilian® is easily the most versatile folding knife in the Benchmade line. The ultimate tried-and-true multitasker, the Griptilian combines a drop point blade, no-slip reinforced nylon handle, and simple manual opening backed up by the patented Benchmade Axis lock. In 2019, the steel on the Griptilian was upgraded to top-tier CPM-S30V, making a good thing even better.

Over 30 years of legendary knife-making excellence.

This Benchmade® knife is constructed in the USA using the highest-quality metals and aerospace-grade handle components. Included mechanisms are easy to use, dependable, and ambidextrous (right or left-handed) in operation. Benchmade® Knives are manufactured to the tightest tolerances using the most advanced machining techniques. This Benchmade® product includes a limited Lifetime Warranty as well as free sharpening, cleaning, oiling, re-adjustment and other maintenance for the life of the knife using the Benchmade® Lifesharp program.

• CPM-S30V stainless steel 3.45″ drop-point blade with satin finish
• 58-60 HRC Rockwell hardness rating
• Nylon handle with Axis Lock
• Reversible pocket clip for left or right tip-up carry
• Includes Benchmade limited Lifetime Warranty and Lifesharp lifetime sharpening and maintenance
• Designed by Mel Pardue

Key Specifications

• Item Number: 715462
• Overall Length: 8.07″
• Blade Length: 3.45″
• Blade Thickness: 0.12″
• Blade Material: CPM-S30V
• Blade Style: Drop-point
• Blade Grind: Flat
• Blade Finish: Satin
• Edge Type: Plain
• Handle Length: 4.62″
• Handle Thickness: 0.64″
• Handle Material: Nylon
• Knife Type: Folder
• Lock Type: Axis
• Pocket Clip: Reversible, tip-up
• Mfg. Number: 551-S30V