The Bugout is the knife that made ultralight everyday carry mainstream, and the 535-3 is the version Benchmade builds when they stop worrying about the price tag. Milled carbon fiber handles, CPM-S90V super steel, and the blue anodized hardware that has become the tell for Benchmade's premium builds.
At 2.02 ounces it disappears in a pocket. You will forget it is there until you need it, which is exactly the point. The AXIS lock opens and closes one-handed from either side, and S90V holds an edge far longer than the S30V that runs in the standard Bugout — the trade is that it takes more patience to bring back on a stone.
This is the Bugout for someone who already carries one and wants the version that outlasts it.
Specifications
| Model | 535-3 |
| Blade Steel | CPM-S90V Stainless (59-61 HRC) |
| Blade Style | Drop-Point |
| Blade Length | 3.24" |
| Blade Thickness | 0.09" |
| Handle Material | Milled Carbon Fiber |
| Handle Thickness | 0.41" |
| Open Length | 7.46" |
| Closed Length | 4.22" |
| Weight | 2.02 oz |
| Lock Mechanism | AXIS Lock |
| Made In | Oregon City, Oregon, USA |
Backed for Life
Every Benchmade carries a limited lifetime warranty and free LifeSharp service — send it in dull and dirty, get it back razor sharp, for as long as you own it. Ed's Fly Shop is a Benchmade Pro Dealer, so your warranty is valid and we can help you get it handled.
Come handle one at 432 E Main St in downtown Montrose, or order online with free shipping over $50.
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