Benchmade 319-1 Proper Slip-Joint Folding Knife
The Benchmade 319-1 Proper dresses the classic Proper sheepsfoot in eye-catching red G10, backed by full steel liners. Its 2.86" CPM-S30V blade opens on a traditional nail nick and rides in a slim, non-locking slip-joint frame, so the Benchmade 319-1 Proper carries at just 2.32 oz for a refined, pocket-friendly everyday knife. Designed and built in the USA.
Benchmade 319-1 Proper Specifications
- Blade steel: CPM-S30V stainless, 58-60 HRC
- Blade length: 2.86" (0.090" thick)
- Blade style: sheepsfoot, satin finish, plain edge with top swedge
- Opening: traditional nail nick, manual
- Lock: slip-joint, non-locking
- Handle: red G10 with steel liners and lanyard hole
- Closed: 3.85" / Overall: 6.69"
- Weight: 2.32 oz
- Made in Oregon City, Oregon, USA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a sheepsfoot blade? A sheepsfoot blade like the one on the Benchmade 319-1 Proper has a straight cutting edge with a spine that curves down to a rounded, low-pierce tip. It excels at safe, controlled slicing, which makes the Benchmade 319-1 Proper a great everyday utility folder.
What is a slip-joint knife? A slip-joint like the Benchmade 319-1 Proper uses a backspring to hold the blade open under tension without a mechanical lock, so you close it by simply folding the blade back into the handle. This traditional design keeps the Benchmade 319-1 Proper legal to carry in many places that restrict locking or automatic knives, though you should always check your local laws.
Does the Benchmade 319-1 Proper come sharp, and can it be re-sharpened? Yes. Every Benchmade 319-1 Proper ships razor sharp, and Benchmade's LifeSharp service will professionally sharpen and tune the knife free for the life of the product.
Is the Benchmade 319-1 Proper made in the USA? Yes. The Benchmade 319-1 Proper is designed and manufactured at Benchmade's factory in Oregon City, Oregon, USA.
Where can I buy the Benchmade 319-1 Proper? You can buy the Benchmade 319-1 Proper at Going Gear, an authorized Benchmade dealer, so your knife is backed by the full factory warranty and LifeSharp service.
