The Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil comes from the Heckler & Koch line Benchmade built and branded in Oregon City. It is a double-action out-the-front automatic, meaning the same ambidextrous thumb button drives the 3.47" D2 blade out and pulls it back in. The black-coated drop point and black anodized aluminum handle keep the whole thing low-profile at 3.43 oz.
Why the 14808BK HK Turmoil stands out
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Double-action OTF, so one thumb button both fires and retracts the blade, no manual recocking required.
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D2 tool steel at 60-62 HRC, a semi-stainless steel known for holding a hard-working edge.
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Ambidextrous asymmetrical thumb button, easy to find by feel with either hand.
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Black anodized aluminum handle at 0.47" thick, slim enough to disappear in a pocket.
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Reversible pocket clip for left or right side carry.
Specifications
- Model: Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil
- Blade steel: D2, 60-62 HRC
- Blade length: 3.47"
- Blade style: Drop point, plain edge, black coated
- Handle: Black anodized aluminum, 0.47" thick
- Mechanism: Double-action out-the-front automatic
- Length open: 8.10"
- Length closed: 4.63"
- Weight: 3.43 oz
- Carry: Reversible pocket clip
Frequently asked questions
What is an OTF knife?
OTF stands for out the front. Instead of pivoting open from the side, the blade travels straight out of the front of the handle. The Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil is an OTF automatic, so the blade deploys in line with the handle at the press of a button.
How does a double-action OTF work?
On a double-action OTF the same control both fires and retracts the blade. Push the thumb button on the Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil forward and the blade shoots out and locks; pull the button back and the blade withdraws into the handle. A single-action OTF, by contrast, has to be recocked by hand after each deployment.
Are OTF knives legal?
OTF automatics are regulated the same way as other automatic knives, and the rules vary by state and sometimes by city. Check your current state and local laws before ordering the Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil, as we cannot advise on the rules where you live.
Does D2 steel rust, and how should I care for it?
D2 is a semi-stainless tool steel with less chromium than a true stainless, so it can spot or patina if left wet. The coating on the Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil protects the flats, but the sharpened edge is bare steel. Wipe it dry after use and keep a light film of oil on the edge and in the blade channel.
Where was the 14808BK made, and can Benchmade still service it?
The Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil was made in the USA at Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon, as part of the Benchmade-built Heckler & Koch line. Benchmade's LifeSharp sharpening and service program covers knives Benchmade manufactured, though this model is discontinued, so contact Benchmade directly to confirm parts and service availability before sending it in.
Is Going Gear an authorized Benchmade dealer?
Yes. Going Gear is an authorized Benchmade dealer. The Benchmade 14808BK HK Turmoil has been discontinued, so availability is limited to remaining stock.
