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When you’re going the distance, you need a knife that will do the same. Inspired by—and built for—tactical situations, the Bailout® takes ultralight power to its maximum potential. Boasting a diamond-textured, anodized aluminum handle and CPM-M4 blade steel in a tanto profile, this slim pocket tool achieves an optimal strength-to-weight ratio that makes it suitable for hard use and everyday carry in equal measure. New for 2023 is the starkly-contrasting Crater Blue handle and Flat Dark Earth blade combo.
Every Benchmade knife begins with high-grade steel, laser-cut for precision and strength. Each blade is meticulously ground, beveled, and finished to exacting standards, ensuring exceptional performance and durability. Our handles are milled and machined in-house to the tightest tolerances, then hand-assembled and sharpened by expert technicians. With over thirty years of manufacturing excellence behind every edge, our knives are proudly crafted in our state-of-the-art facility in Oregon City, Oregon.
- Blade Style : Tanto
- This shape is easily identified by the angular lines. The knife edge is flat and transitions with a hard break in the angle from the tip to the primary edge
- Blade Steel : CPM-M4 Super Steel (62-64HRC)
- An air-hardenable, non-stainless tool steel that has an exceptional balance of extreme toughness, strength, and wear resistance, making it an excellent choice for general purpose, hard-use cutting tools
- Handle : 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Exceptionally tough, yet lightweight. Aluminum can be anodized in many colours and milled with fine detail. It also naturally resists corrosion
- Opening Action : Manual - Axis Lock
- Manually opened knives must be opened 100% from the closed position to the open position by the user
| Open Length |
8.09" (20.55cm) |
Blade Length |
3.38" (8.59cm) |
| Blade Thickness |
0.09" (2.29mm) |
Closed Length |
4.69" (11.91cm) |
| Handle Thickness |
0.41" (10.41cm) |
Hook Gap |
No |
| Mechanism |
Axis Lock |
Blade Style |
Tanto |
| Handle |
6061-T6 Anodized aluminum |
Pocket Clip |
Mini Deep Carry |
| Blade Finish |
Cerakote |
Blade Colour |
Flat Dark Earth |
| Clip Finish |
Black Oxide |
Clip Position |
Tip-Up |
Proper care and regular maintenance help make your Benchmade knife yours, for life. Here are some tips for keeping your Benchmade in peak conditions:
- Prevent Rust
- All steels, regardless of grade or price, can eventually rust. To avoid corrosion, always keep your knife clean, dry, and lightly lubricated. If rust or spotting appears, a quality semi-chrome metal polish can usually restore the finish
- Hand-Wash Only
- Always hand-wash your knife with warm water and mild dish soap, then dry thoroughly
- Use as Intended
- Benchmade knives are precision cutting tools. Do not use your knife as a pry-bar, screwdriver, chisel, or punch—unless specifically designed for those functions
- Sharpen with Care
- If sharpening at home, avoid grinding wheels and high-speed machinery, as they can damage the blade. Use appropriate hand-sharpening methods for best results
- Tighten Hardware
- Over time, handle, pivot, and pocket clip screws may loosen. Use T6 and T10 Torx drivers for adjustments and apply a small amount of releasable thread-locker to maintain secure fittings
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